Special Events
Have Some Country Fun Close to the City at the Chestermere Country Fair
On September 12, 2026, head to Chestermere for a classic Country Fair! You can check out all the best produce, baking, and crafts, plus enjoy a parade, pancake breakfast, and farmers market. Enjoy the mutton busting, an indoor marketplace, a kids’ zone, and more! Parade: The parade begins at 9:30
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Bring That Yee-Haw Back for the Cochrane Lions Club Rodeo
The Cochrane Lions Club Rodeo is ready to go this Labour Day Weekend! In addition to the rodeo competitions, this fun weekend usually features great food, a Kids’ Zone, live music, and various vendors. And don’t forget the parade through downtown on Monday, September 7, 2026, at 10 AM (pre-parade
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RiverWatch Guided EcoFloat Tours
See the Bow River from a new perspective with RiverWatch’s guided EcoFloat Tours, where an expert guide will take you down the river, sharing their knowledge about the river and our interaction with it. Whether you’re a nature or science enthusiast or simply curious about the world around you, this
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Kirk’s Alpaca Farm
Kirk’s Alpaca Farm, about an hour’s drive from Airdrie, is a unique day trip idea for families. Of course, they have alpacas to visit and feed, and you can even pet baby alpacas! Their gift shop is filled with products made from alpaca fibres, from socks to teddy bears, and
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Bow Habitat Station Trout Pond is Open For Catch-and-Release Fishing!
The Bow Habitat Station’s Trout Pond is open for the season from May 1 to September 30, 2026. This pond is stocked with rainbow trout raised in the fish hatchery for you to catch and release. The Trout Pond is free to use, and fishing equipment is available for rent
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Alberta Disney Fans Fall Festival
Are you an Alberta Disney Fan? Then head to the Alberta Disney Fans Fall Festival on September 26, 2026, to meet characters and other Disney fans, find merchandise resellers, trade pins, and dream about that Disney magic. Take photos with your favourite visiting princesses, shop for unique merchandise, and more.
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Providence Open House
If you’re a parent of a child with delays or disabilities, you know that the right support makes all the difference. Providence provides specialized support in a positive learning environment to help your child reach their full potential. With two ECS programs funded by Alberta Education, the inclusive classrooms combine
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Banff Gondola Nightrise
Experience magical moments at the Banff Gondola this winter with the Nightrise Experience. Guests will be welcomed up the Banff Gondola for a multimedia winter experience with vibrant lighting, multimedia effects, video projections, and original soundscapes that transform the entire site into a magical world, offering an evening of immersive,
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Taste of Cochrane
Get ready to indulge in the mouthwatering flavours of Cochrane at the Taste Of Cochrane, where local culinary delights await you! On October 18, 2025, stop at participating restaurants between 11 AM and 4 PM to sample something special from their menu. Taste of Cochrane: Date: October 18, 2025 Time:
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Calgary Wranglers: Check Out Sunday Funday!
The Calgary Wranglers are a professional ice hockey team that began playing in Calgary in the 2022–23 season. They are part of the American Hockey League and play at the Scotiabank Saddledome. Check out Sunday Funday games and enjoy family fun combined with great hockey. The west concourse will be
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