Get ready, music lovers. The Sault Downtown Plaza is turning up the volume this fall with two events that put local talent center stage!
705 LIVE SOUND CO PRESENTS Battle of the Bands
Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Sault Downtown Plaza
Join us for an evening of big sound, local talent, and serious bragging rights. A panel of guest judges will help crown the winning act, but the crowd will bring the energy, cheering on their favourites. The best band will receive a $200 voucher to put towards musical endeavors, including new gear, renting a space for a show, or hiring a sound tech. Think your band has what it takes to own the stage?
Sign up at tinyurl.com/battle-ssm.
The Sault’s Largest Rock Band – A Mass Jam Experience
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025 (Rain date: October 11)
Time: 12 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Song: Takin’ Care of Business by Bachman-Turner Overdrive
Location: Sault Downtown Plaza
In collaboration with The Algoma Conservatory, Case’s Music, Long & McQuade, and SooToday Spaces, musicians of all ages, instruments, and skill levels will come together for a one-of-a-kind, massive, synchronized performance of Bachman-Turner Overdrive’s “Taking Care of Business.” This event is free; however, participants are asked to register so that they can find sheet music, chords, and tutorial resources at tinyurl.com/btossm. Come for the music, stay for the energy, and be part of history as we form The Sault’s Largest Rock Band.
Visit www.saultstemarie.ca/downtownplaza for more information about the Sault Downtown Plaza and for a complete listing of events planned for the month.