EVENTS in the Peace Region

Registration for the 2024 Summer season at Camp Tamarack is open February 13th. REGISTER HERE   Camp Tamarack strives to provide an inclusive and barrier free outdoor camping experience through accessible, fun-filled and innovative programs. Our safe and positive environment nurtures personal and social growth by allowing individuals to connect to nature and develop physically, socially, spiritually and emotionally. Through this we hope to enhance the quality of life of all participants and create positive opportunities to discover one’s potential.

The Young at Art Youth Photography Contest hosted by T. Sedore Photography, presented by the Pomeroy Hotel & Conference Centre, is now accepting submisssions.  ENTER HERE   Rules 1. Photo must have been taken no earlier than Jan 1, 2023. 2. Any editing must be done by the student. 3. No watermarks or text can be included on the image entry. 4. Entries must be in by 4:00pm May 31, 2024. 5. Images should be sent in JPG format in highest resolution possible. (If sending from a phone please check settings to ensure it is not reducing image size. Small file sizes may not be printable and will affect quality for judging) 6. One entry per student. Each entry can only be one image. If you have any questions please contact info@tsedore.com or call 780-978-7875. Good Luck!   Youth are invited to submit one photo for the Young at Art photography contest coordinated by T. Sedore Photography and presented by the Pomeroy Hotel & Conference Centre. Entry is online at www.tsedore.com

This charming 40 acre agricultural pioneer village features hundreds of restored antique tractors, rare steam engines, stationary engines, horse drawn wagons, carriages and antique automobiles. Walk about the grounds to admire the gardens or browse the historic pioneer buildings full of antiques just the way they were years ago. Visit the homesteaders’ cabins, trading post, church, school, grist mill, Circle Bank community hall, and general store. Experience a working day in the life of a pioneer strolling through the blacksmith shop, barn, carriage house and railway buildings. You’re invited to join in celebrating our local history. Show & Shine, Tailgate Garage Sale & Farmer's Market Sunday, June 2 from 11am to 4pm Vintage Vehicles & more Saturday & Sunday 11am to 6pm Info - Dorothy 780-354-8859 Farmer's Market southpeacefm@gmail.com Pioneer Days July 20th & 21st Step Back In Time with live heritage demos Pancake breakfast 8am – 10am Saturday & Sunday 11am to 6pm Steam Engines Train rides Vintage demonstrations Buildings are open to tour Tractor parades Kids activities Country bluegrass music on stage Local craft sale Food Trucks BBQ Beef dinner – Saturday 2pm Ecumenical Church Service – Sunday 11am Admission by cash or debit. $10 Youth age 7-12 are $5 Children 6 & under are free If you have vintage apparel, you are encouraged to wear it. Please, NO dogs or bicycles. 2024 Regular Museum Hours - Open May 15 to August 25th, daily from 10am to 6pm. Admission by donation. The South Peace Centennial Museum and interpretive Centre has been operating since 1967. Located 2km North of Beaverlodge on Highway 43. Unserviced camping available on site. Parking is free. Beaverlodge is also the point of origin for the Monkman Pass Trail Driving Tour, home of the Euphemia McNaught Foundation and the Historic McNaught Homestead. It is located approximately 5 hours Northwest of Edmonton, on route to Alaska. Stop in at Dawson Creek's... Alaska Highway's Mile Zero City. FRIDAY Home Cooked Lunch Specials at the BBQ Booth - see their Facebook Page for specials. CLICK HERE> Noon until 2pm or sold out 780-354-8869 Sides and Desserts will be served with each meal, as well as juice, coffee, and hot water for tea. Peace Country Gospel Jamboree August 2 - 4 Performers including Outset, Szakacs Family, Quinn Throness, Harder Family, Worship Union and more... Harvest Festival Saturday, September 7th Breakfast 8-10am Heritage family fun and games Farmer’s Market - more info at southpeacefm@gmail.com Contact Bob 780-933-9987 Admission by cash or debit. $10 Youth age 7-12 are $5 Children 6 & under are free

The Peace Region Energy Show is the largest gathering of energy professionals in the region. With over 400 exhibitors and thousands of attendees, our event provides a unique opportunity for businesses to showcase their products and services, generate leads, and build lasting relationships. Evergreen Park May 15th and 16th   Admission is free to attend. Register HERE   Anyone attending an event at Evergreen Park is eligible for a discount at the Preferred Accommodations Partners – Holloway Lodging. Super 8, Stanford Inn & Suites, Best Western, Quality Inn & Suites and Holiday Inn & Suites are the hotels involved. Contact info for all five hotels is available by going here https://www.evergreenpark.ca/holloway-preferred-hotels Guests from all five hotels will also receive 25% off all regular menu meals at the Wild Horse Casino & Lounge and Pines Family Restaurant at Evergreen Park. Evergreen Park also has a Preferred Driving Services Program through Angels Designated Driving Service, Arrive Alive Designated Driving Services, Deluxe Premium Driving Service, Karyn4U Designated Driving Services and Y Drive. For contact info on the Preferred Driving Services go here https://www.evergreenpark.ca/preferred-driving-services  

The Grande Prairie Museum has partnered with the Boreal Wetland Centre at Evergreen Park, the Philip, J. Currie Dinosaur Museum in Wembley and the Veterans Memorial Gardens & Interpretive Centre on Grande Prairie’s East side to celebrate International Museum Day (IMD) on Saturday, May 18.   Each museum has free admission from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and offers the following: Free shuttle service between locations between 10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. SCHEDULE HERE   Special feature exhibits or activities.   Event passport with a prize valued at $200 for a randomly selected winner.   Free cupcakes, while supplies last.   Each location has exhibits and activities for the community to enjoy during International Museum Day.   The Boreal Wetland Centre has interpretive trails, visitors are reminded to bring weather appropriate clothing and footwear for unpaved walking trails.   The Grande Prairie Museum’s A Passing Fancy: Fashion through the Decades showcases clothing and hair style changes over the last 120 years including clothing and an antique hair salon. International Museum Day is also opening day of the Heritage Village at the Grande Prairie Museum.   Dinosaurs Among Us is featured at the Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum until the end of summer, showcasing the most recent research into the relationship between dinosaurs and birds.   The Veterans Memorial Gardens & Interpretive Centre launches its D-Day & the Battle of Normandy: an Exhibition in Black & White on International Museum Day. The exhibit includes images of the June 6, 1944, Normandy Landings and the Battle of Normandy from American and European Sources originally curated by Alliance Francaise.   International Museum Day is an annual event organized by the International Council of Museums (ICOM). The event aims to raise awareness on the importance museums have in promoting cultural connections, understanding and community.  ICOM chose the theme Museums for Education and Research for 2024 to highlight the pivotal role of cultural institutions in providing a holistic educational experience.

The Grande Prairie Museum has partnered with the Boreal Wetland Centre at Evergreen Park, the Philip, J. Currie Dinosaur Museum in Wembley and the Veterans Memorial Gardens & Interpretive Centre on Grande Prairie’s East side to celebrate International Museum Day (IMD) on Saturday, May 18. Each museum has free admission from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and offers the following: Free shuttle service between locations between 10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. SCHEDULE HERE   Special feature exhibits or activities.   Event passport with a prize valued at $200 for a randomly selected winner.   Free cupcakes, while supplies last.   Each location has exhibits and activities for the community to enjoy during International Museum Day.   The Boreal Wetland Centre has interpretive trails, visitors are reminded to bring weather appropriate clothing and footwear for unpaved walking trails. The Grande Prairie Museum’s A Passing Fancy: Fashion through the Decades showcases clothing and hair style changes over the last 120 years including clothing and an antique hair salon. International Museum Day is also opening day of the Heritage Village at the Grande Prairie Museum. Dinosaurs Among Us is featured at the Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum until the end of summer, showcasing the most recent research into the relationship between dinosaurs and birds. The Veterans Memorial Gardens & Interpretive Centre launches its D-Day & the Battle of Normandy: an Exhibition in Black & White on International Museum Day. The exhibit includes images of the June 6, 1944, Normandy Landings and the Battle of Normandy from American and European Sources originally curated by Alliance Francaise. International Museum Day is an annual event organized by the International Council of Museums (ICOM). The event aims to raise awareness on the importance museums have in promoting cultural connections, understanding and community.  ICOM chose the theme Museums for Education and Research for 2024 to highlight the pivotal role of cultural institutions in providing a holistic educational experience.

Grande Prairie will be hosting provincials for the Alberta Drama Festival Association on May 18th and 19th at the KMSC Law Performing Arts Theatre.  More info HERE or contact Grande Prairie Live Theatre.   You are in for a live theatre treat Saturday, May 18 at 1pm & 7pm and Sunday, May 19 at 1pm. The Alberta Provincial Adult One Act Play Festival of Champions presented by the Alberta Drama Festival Association at the KMSC Law Performing Arts Theatre. Hosted by Grande Prairie Live Theatre. You will be impressed and entertained by the best plays from 9 Regional ADFA One Act Play Festivals. All vying to be named the Outstanding Play, Outstanding New Work, Outstanding Director, Outstanding Performer, Outstanding Performer and Outstanding Technical Merit. Each play was selected for excellence and entertainment value. Tickets at: gplt.ca or contact the Grande Prairie Live Theatre Box Office: (780) 538-1616, Box.Office@gplt.ca. Single tickets to each session = $15 Festival pass good for one ticket to all three sessions = $30 This is the 5th time Grande Prairie Live Theatre has hosted this ADFA Adult One Act Provincial Festival of Champions.  

North of Sexsmith, take in the 10th annual Show & Shine at Webster Community Hall on Saturday, May 25th. Free admission for spectators. $15 entry per auto entry. Doors open 10am to 3pm. Concession available. Auto registration 10am - 11am. Judging for prizes 11am to 1pm. More info by calling Wally 780-876-8760.

West County 4-H Achievement Day will be in Beaverlodge at the Ed Brown & Ed Hotte Ag Complex on Monday, May 27th.  4-H members from the Beaverlodge 4-H Beef Club and the Grande Prairie 4-H Multi Club will be participating. Show at Noon. Buyer's Supper at 5:30pm. Sale at 7:00pm For more information contact Renee 780-832-8029 or Janet 780-831-7895 or westcounty4h@4hab.com