August
Beaumont RCMP Bike Rodeo
Bring your bikes and helmets to the Beaumont Sport and Recreation Centre on Saturday, August 24, 2024 for the RCMP Bike Rodeo. Cyclists can test their skills on the obstacle course while learning safety tips, plus enjoy free refreshments, giveaways, and prize draws! Beaumont RCMP Bike Rodeo: When: Saturday, August
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Take a Walk on the Rural Side at a Country Fair or Harvest Festival
If you are on the hunt for country fun in the sun, we’ve got it! Our calendar features several can’t-miss Country Fairs in August, followed by an exciting selection of annual Harvest Festivals in September. Late Summer and early Autumn are also the best time of year to catch the
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Mission Hill Day at Father Lacombe Chapel
Visit the Father Lacombe Chapel Provincial Historic site on Sunday, August 18, 2024 to celebrate Mission Hill Day! This free family-friendly event includes tours of the chapel, grotto, and historic cemetery with costumed interpreters, crafts and games for all ages, and refreshing lemonade as you enjoy the view. Mission Hill
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The Grow Your Own Project Harvest Festival
The Grow Your Own Project Harvest Festival will be celebrated in Fort Saskatchewan’s Legacy Park on Saturday, August 24, 2024. This free family event will feature bouncy castles, Minute-to-Win-It games, face painting & tattoos, live music, food trucks, and a farmers market filled with fresh kid-grown vegetables (don’t forget your
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Wetaskiwin Ag Society Truck & Tractor Pull
Don’t miss Wetaskiwin AG Society’s 5th Annual Truck & Tractor Pull on August 16 & 17, 2024! This exciting event will feature live bands, beer gardens, and Saturday night fireworks, plus kid-friendly activities like barrel train rides, a firefighter obstacle course challenge, and the chance for kids to ride a
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Celebrate Alberta Day in Fort Saskatchewan
The City of Fort Saskatchewan is holding their Alberta Day celebration on Saturday, August 31, 2024! Visit the Fort Heritage Precinct for free cultural performances and entertainment, history-based activities, free hot dogs and drinks, pop-up play activities at the Legacy Park Natural Playground, and a vendor alley. Plus, enjoy free
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Bark in the Park at Greenland Garden Centre
Join the Northern Alberta Society for Animal Protection (NASAP) on Sunday, August 18, 2024 for Bark in the Park! This fun fundraising event at Greenland Garden Centre will feature snacks, entertainment, a doggie kissing booth, and carnival games for just $10 admission/person. (cash only) Bark in the Park at Greenland
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Spruce Grove Agricultural Society AGRA FAIR
Sow some memories during the Spruce Grove Agricultural Society AGRA FAIR on August 24 & 25, 2024! Discover Spruce Grove’s agricultural history with this full weekend of fun including a parade, pancake breakfasts, farm equipment displays, bench shows, pony rides, a petting zoo, old fashion games, and more. Spruce Grove
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End of Summer Family Event at Mission Ridge Stables
Mission Ridge Stables invites you to come celebrate with the horses this Summer during the Family Event on Sunday, August 18, 2024. Feed the horses (carrots available for purchase), pet the goats in the petting zoo, make a craft, dress up a pony, make a craft, watch a riding demo,
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Alberta Open Farm Days 2024: Year of the Alpaca
Alberta Open Farm Days is a province-wide event for foodies, farmers, and families. Albertans are encouraged to come meet their rural neighbours to share stories, see demonstrations, and learn more about the farmers who grow their food. Admission is free, though some farms may charge for extras, like corn mazes
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