If you’re hoping to celebrate Canada Day this July 1 (and maybe before), check out the list below of all that’s happening around central Alberta.
RED DEER
PONOKA
LACOMBE
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BLACKFALDS
Tayles Spray Park (5018 Waghorn Street, Blackfalds) – Celebrate Canada Day with music, games, plus refreshments and Canada swag giveaways at Tayles Spray Park! July 1 | 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Ellis Nature Centre (39502 Range Road 260, Lacombe County) – Join us on July 1, Canada Day, from 10:00am – 4:00pm At the Ellis Nature Centre where you can spend the day walking around the site while taking part in our classic lawn games, site-wide trivia, facepainting, animal crafts, and our always popular Chicken Poop Bingo, along with our Canada Day G. O. A. T. photo booth.
Throughout the day, you can join guided bird walks, check out our Buzzing Biodiversity Pollinator Project, and participate in our honeybee workshops to learn more about the pollinators around us.
And lastly, you will get to meet Amy Mawson with Farm Strong as she is bringing Katie, the miniature pony for a meet and greet, family photos, and interactive education moments that focus on animal communication confidence, and connection.
SYLVAN LAKE
11:00 A.M.–3:00 P.M. | Sylvan Lake Pier
Fireworks at 10:45 P.M.
Celebrate Canada’s 159th birthday in true Sylvan Lake style with lakeside fun, entertainment, and family-friendly activities with the Rotary Club!
At the Pier:
PENHOLD
Lincoln Street Recreation Area – Start your Canada Day off right with a warm stack of pancakes, delicious sausage, and a morning full of fun activities for the whole family! Big thanks to EQUS for helping make the pancake breakfast possible with your BBQ.
Pancake Breakfast 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. — $3 for ages 5 & under | $7 for ages 6+ — Cash & debit accepted — Hosted by PYC (Penhold Youth Club) — all proceeds support local youth programs!
Activities (by the Splash Park) 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
INNISFAIL
Innisfail Historical Village (5139 42 Street, Innisfail) – 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
BOWDEN
OLDS
Join us in the park from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for an afternoon packed with family fun, entertainment, and community spirit:
There’s something for everyone to enjoy! Bring your family, invite your friends, and celebrate Canada Day with us while making unforgettable memories.
STETTLER
LEGISLATURE (EDMONTON)
Noon to 5 p.m.
Main Stage
Headlining the main stage are Calgary indie folk band, Reuben and the Dark. Their diverse sounds have found widespread acclaim in television and movies. They will be joined by Juno-nominated “super group,” Secondhand Dreamcar and the “ultimate party band,” Uptown.
The south stage will feature innovative cultural performances from dance and musical theatre groups such as Al Jabal Dance and Hong De Canada, and the Family Fun Zone stage will feature kid-friendly performances including a hoop dance and magic.
Legislative Assembly Visitor Centre
For additional details, please visit assembly.ab.ca/visit/events/canada-day
