Sunset Country Events Round-Up | January 8–14
Welcome to your Sunset Country Events Round-Up for January 8–14. Here’s what’s happening across Dryden, Sioux Lookout, Red Lake, and Ear Falls this week.
Dryden
Ukrainian Supper
Date: January 10
Time: 5PM to 8PM
Location: Dryden & District Agricultural Society
A full Ukrainian meal featuring cabbage rolls, perogies, and more, served at the Dryden District Agricultural Centre. A community favourite and a great way to enjoy traditional comfort food.
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18U Whiskey Jacks Tryouts
Date: January 12 & 14
Time: 7PM to 8:30PM
Location: Dryden High School
The Dryden Volleyball Club is hosting tryouts for girls in grades 9–12 interested in joining the 18U Whiskey Jacks travelling team for the 2026 season. Registration is required through the provided form.
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Call for Vendors: Dryden’s 1st Renaissance Faire
Date: Ongoing until May 30
Time: All day
Location: Dryden District Agricultural Society Fairgrounds
Organizers are seeking vendors and artisans for Dryden’s first-ever Renaissance Faire, taking place May 30, 2026. Vendors of unique crafts, goods, and themed items are encouraged to apply and help bring this new event to life.
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Sioux Lookout
Northern Lights Community Theatre Needs You
Date: Now through January 31
Time: All day
Location: Sioux Lookout
Northern Lights Community Theatre is recruiting volunteers for their 2026 spring production of “The Great Kooshog Lake Hollis McCauley Fishing Derby,” as well as openings on their Board of Directors. No experience is required, and training is provided.
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Red Lake
Red Lake Iceholes Ice Fishing Derby
Date: January 1 to April 30
Time: All day
Location: Red Lake
A season-long ice fishing derby running through the winter, giving anglers plenty of time to get out on the ice and compete.
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Ear Falls
Red Lake Career & Employment Services
Date: January 9
Time: 9:30AM to 2:30PM
Location: Ear Falls Community Health Centre
Career and employment support services available in Ear Falls, offering help with job searches, resumes, training opportunities, and more.
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That’s your Sunset Country Events Round-Up for January 8–14. Whether you’re looking for great food, community theatre, winter fun, or local opportunities, there’s something happening near you. Tune in next week for more events across the region.
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