Valley Axe turns 10 with a free all-day community celebration on June 27

What started as an axe throwing lane has grown into one of Sarnia-Lambton’s most eclectic entertainment destinations, and Valley Axe is marking a decade in business with its biggest event yet.

Valley Axe is throwing open its doors for a free, full-day community party on Saturday, June 27, 2026, to mark its 10th anniversary. The event, billed as the biggest first day of summer in Sarnia-Lambton, runs from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for free daytime activities, followed by a ticketed evening pro wrestling show.

The business launched a decade ago with just axe throwing and knife throwing. Since then, it has expanded steadily into a multi-activity venue, adding ArcheryTime, GellyBall, two escape rooms, a Rage Room, and most recently two more beach volleyball courts, bringing the total to four. Crystal Tilson, Director of Valley Axe, says the anniversary is as much a community thank-you as it is a milestone celebration.

The free daytime programming includes more than 50 local vendors, inflatables and obstacle courses, a pedal kart course, a foam party and slip-and-slide, Survivor-inspired challenges, and a charity volleyball tournament featuring local realty teams competing on behalf of causes of their choice. Prize draws will take place throughout the day, with merchandise for the first 100 guests. Discounted indoor activities and $5 GellyBall matches will also be available at event pricing.

One of the more personal details of the day involves a wall inside Valley Axe that has been there since the beginning. Every card on the wall was earned the same way: split a playing card with a single axe throw, sign your name, and put it up. It is a quiet piece of the venue's history that has outlasted every expansion.

The evening wraps up with Chem Valley Wrestling's "Marked for Impact," an outdoor pro wrestling event featuring six matches. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. (5:30 p.m. for VIP), with the first match beginning at 6:30 p.m. Ticket options include general admission at $25, family packs at $80, VIP seating from $35 to $45 per person, and reserved picnic tables for groups of six at $180. General admission ticketholders are encouraged to bring a lawn chair.

Valley Axe is located at Unit 4, 1886 London Line in Sarnia. Full event details and wrestling tickets are available at valleyaxe.com.