As the contestants warm up and get their hair and makeup just right, fans are excited for the 10th year of Saint John Idol.
The summer mainstay kicks off tonight on the Market Square boardwalk.
Tonight also mark the beginning of the 145 hours to
celebrate Canada's 145th birthday.
A fireworks display will finish the night sometime between 10 and 10:30 tonight.
Saint John Idol kicks off at 8 tonight on the boardwalk.