Boots & Boards: Wednesday Line Dancing
Line Dancing, Cornhole and Country Fun
Join us after hours at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons for a lively summer evening of country-western entertainment. Set in the historic North Court and surrounded by reconstructed 17th-century buildings, guests can enjoy beginner-friendly line dancing, friendly games of cornhole, and refreshments available for purchase at the on-site cash bar. Whether you’re an experienced dancer or trying line dancing for the first time, Western Wednesdays offer a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere where friends, families, and visitors can gather, learn some new moves, and enjoy a fun night out.
Dates and times
- Dates: Wednesday evenings from August 12 to September 2, 2026
- Times:
- Doors and bar open at 6:00 p.m.
- Line dancing starts at 6:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.
- Doors close at 8:00 p.m.
Event Details
Gather with friends and make the most of a summer evening at Boots & Boards: Wednesday Line Dancing. Set in the heart of Sainte-Marie among the Hurons’ historic North Court, this unique after-hours experience features line dancing led by Boots at the Bay, casual cornhole games, and a cash bar. From first-time dancers to seasoned two-steppers, everyone is invited to enjoy an evening of music, movement, and good company.
- Line dancing instruction from Boots at the Bay, with beginner-friendly lessons suitable for all experience levels.
- Cornhole games available throughout the evening for friendly competition and casual play.
- Licensed bar service available on site provided by Restaurant Sainte-Marie.
- Outdoor setting in Sainte-Marie’s historic North Court, surrounded by reconstructed 17th-century buildings.
- Join us for line dancing rain or shine. In the event of rain, the fun will continue indoors.
- Haven’t made dinner plans yet? Check out Restaurant Sainte-Marie!
Tickets details
- $15 per person, tax included
- Purchase a limited series pass for $50, tax included
- Includes admission to August 12, 19, 26 and September 2 Boots & Boards events
- Space is limited, advanced ticket purchase is recommended to avoid disappointment
- All ticket sales are final
- This event is recommended for guests ages 13 and up
- Sainte-Marie/Discovery Harbour season passes aren’t valid for this small-group event
- Sainte-Marie’s complimentary admission programs for Indigenous peoples, Ontario Teachers, members of the Canadian Armed Forces, as well as same-day Martyrs’ Shrine visitors do not apply to this event
- Please read the information found under “Plan Your Visit” below for more details about what to expect when attending Boots & Boards: Wednesday Line Dancing
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While we love our furry friends, we are not able to accommodate pets at this special event (service dogs are welcomed of course). Thank you for your understanding.
- This small-group experience includes a maximum of 150 participants. We highly recommend you pre-purchase your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment.
- All ticket sales are final.
- The gift shop and museum will be open before and after your visit.
- This tour is recommended for guests ages 13 years and up.
- This experience is between 1.5 and 2 hours long.
- Taking photos is encouraged.
- Smoking or vaping (including marijuana) is not permitted on Sainte-Marie property.
- Join us for line dancing rain or shine. In the event of rain, the fun will continue indoors.
- If inclement weather is forecasted for this event, it will instead take place in the Brébeuf Conference Room
16164 Highway 12 East, Midland, ON, L4R 4K8
Parking Info
There is ample parking for visitors including those with RVs and buses. Please park in the parking lot provided and make your way to the admissions entrance. We also have bike racks available for cyclists coming from the Tay Trail.
Need more info?
Please contact us at hhp@ontario.ca or (705) 526-7838 if you have any questions.
Ontario’s first European Community, Sainte-Marie among the Hurons was the headquarters for the French Jesuit Mission to the Huron-Wendat people. In 1639, the Jesuits, along with French lay workers, began construction of a fenced community that included barracks, a church, workshops, residences, and a sheltered area for Indigenous visitors. This community was abandoned and burned down in 1649.
After extensive archaeological and historical research, Sainte-Marie among the Hurons is now recreated on its original site, where the mission’s compelling story is brought to life with costumed historical interpreters, demonstrations and hands-on activities.
Located near Midland, on the Wye River, this world-renowned reconstruction offers visitors a unique opportunity to see the earliest Canadian pioneer life through self-guided visits, group tours, interactive education programs, and special events. Complete your experience by exploring our interpretive museum and themed gift shop.
