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Thorold (2001 population 18,048) is a city located on the Niagara Escarpment and the seat of the Niagara Region in Ontario, Canada.

The City of Thorold Pipe Band has been serving the Niagara Region and abroad for almost 20 years in community based activities, civic parades, military parades, and a variety of other events.

Thorold is home to several festivals and annual events. Included are:
Mountain Top Ceremony - Held at the Lock 7 Viewing Complex, this annual celebration marks the opening of the Welland Canal shipping season with the arrival of the first ship of the year through Lock 7. Usually held in late March.

Italia-in-Festa - Celebrating Italian food, drink, dance and entertainment. Thorold is rich in Italian history and is the ideal location for a celebration of our culture. Usually held June 24th to June 25th.

Thorold Arts & Crafts Show - This popular event is now in its 28th year. Held during the month of July, the show draws more than 175 artisans from coast to coast. The Thorold Arts & Crafts Show is well attended, with 20,000 people being the usual number for the two day event.

Thorold Antique Car Show - Downtown Thorold is the location for this popular event, which is generally held at the end of July.

Howell Family Pumpkin Farm - A Halloween tradition. Enjoy wagon rides, a haunted barn, pumpkin pie and of course, the ‘Giant Pumpkin Weigh Off ’, where it is common to see pumpkins weighing in at over 1000 lbs.

The Canal Bank Shuffle - The downtown core comes alive with music and dance during this yearly festival. Some of North America's best Blues musicians can be enjoyed at this three day event which features over 20 acts at a dozen venues within walking disance. visit www.canalbankshuffle.com. Member of the Crossborder Blues group www.crossborderblues.com

Thorold Annual Santa Claus Parade - A favourite for kids young and old, the Santa Claus Parade is held in November of each year, and runs through the downtown core of the city.

November Arts & Crafts Show - Another well attended event, the November Arts & Crafts Show is located at Thorold Secondary School.

Thorold has a Drive-In Theatre located at Highway #20 & #406 is the only one of its kind in the Niagara Region, it is also the only movie theatre in Thorold.

Thorold is home to numerous recreational parks and historical sites.

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