The Capitol Centre
The property upon which the Capitol was built was purchased in 1927 by Louis Rosenbaum, a Sturgeon Falls businessman. He began building the structure and, when he ran out of funds, he sold it to Famous Players Canadian Corporation. They opened the Capitol Theatre on June 1st, 1929. The Capitol had 1455 seats and was referred to as “a palace of splendor” with it’s elaborate Spanish lights and décor. The movie that was shown to the sold out grand opening crowd was, In Old Arizona. It was the first all-talking Fox feature movie, a western starring Edmund Lowe, Warren Baxter and Dorothy Burgess.
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CAPITOL CENTRE: Free Family Film- The Spongebob Movie: Search For Squarepants
until 2:30 PM @ Capitol Centre, 150 Main Street East, North Bay ONTickets are not needed to attend the screening - all you have to do is show up!
Desperate to be a big guy, SpongeBob sets out to prove his bravery to Mr. Krabs by following the Flying Dutchman, a mysterious swashbuckling ghost pirate, to the deepest depths of the deep sea.
- Duration: 1h 28mins
- Genre: Adventure, Animated, Comedy
- Rated: PG
- Snacks & refreshments available for purchase at concession
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CAPITOL CENTRE: The Lightfoot Band
until 10:00 PM @ Capitol Centre, 150 Main Street East, North Bay ON- Regular$75.00
The Lightfood Band – The Legend Lives On
Presented by BC Feidler & Downbeat Live
These are the expert musicians that collaborated with Gordon Lightfoot on his recordings and toured the world extensively with him across North America and around the world for decades.The Lightfoot Band included these legendary veterans:
Rick Haynes on bass, Barry Keane on drums and percussion, Mike Heffernan on keyboards, and new to the group, Bill Bell on the lead guitars, and, in 2024, introducing Andy Mauck on vocals and 6 & 12 string rhythm guitars.Together, the legend lives on, as they keep Gordon’s music alive – August 2026 is the 50th anniversary of the release of The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald. Rick and Barry played on its original recording. The band will also play hits such as Sundown, If You Could Read My Mind, Carefree Highway, Beautiful, Rainy Day People, Early Morning Rain, Song for a Winter’s Night to name a few, as well as some deeper cuts, not heard live for decades.
Between songs, band members will relate some history and ‘stories of the road’; and will be available to meet the audience after the show in the lobby area.
Don’t miss this opportunity to continue enjoying the Songs of Gordon Lightfoot and more with The Lightfoot Band. Come for the songs and hear the stories.
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CAPITOL CENTRE: Summer Cruise Series
until 10:00 PM @ Chief Commanda II, Government Dock, North Bay WaterfrontThis year we’re adding a fourth cruise to rock out to 80’s tunes! Of course, the fan-favorite Blues Cruise, Country Cruise, and Classic Rock Cruise are back to keep the good times rolling. Must be 19+ to attend. Details here.
Tickets:
- Regular$60.00
- 4-Pack Bundle (Subscription)$180.00
September 4th - Blues Cruise The Jesse Thomas Band is a well seasoned five-piece groove machine based out of North Bay, Ontario. Jesse is the son of legendary local blues guitar great Jake Thomas, and continues the Blues and R&B tradition in his own right. The whole band projects positive vibes with a blues driven purpose and passion. They deliver a powerful and soulful sound with conviction. Please enjoy this fantastic local talent.
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CAPITOL CENTRE: The Coldplay Experience and Desire (U2)
until 10:00 PM @ Capitol Centre, 150 Main Street East, North Bay ON- Regular$45.00
Experience an unforgettable double-bill of stadium-sized anthems at the Capitol Centre in North Bay on Friday, September 11, 2026, as Desire: The International U2 Tribute and The Coldplay Experience join forces for a high-energy, full multimedia production. This immersive sensory journey meticulously recreates the arena atmosphere of two of the world’s most iconic bands, featuring synchronized lighting, high-quality visual projections, and stunning stage effects that transport the audience into the heart of a live concert event. From the driving, rhythmic power of U2’s "Where the Streets Have No Name" and "Sunday Bloody Sunday" to the vibrant, technicolor joy of Coldplay’s "Viva La Vida" and "A Sky Full of Stars," every note is enhanced by a state-of-the-art visual flair that captures the soul and spirit of the original artists. Whether you’re drawn to the charismatic stage presence of Bono or the soaring, piano-led melodies of Chris Martin, this complete multimedia experience promises a magnificent night of music and a massive crowd-powered sing-along that will leave North Bay glowing.
