The second annual Experience Grande Prairie will take place later this week, with a pair of Canadian musical talents taking centre stage to help celebrate all things swan city.
Spirit River’s double platinum-selling, Juno Award-nominated country music star Aaron Goodvin and Juno Award-winning singer-songwriter Barney Bentall and his band will hit the stage at 7 p.m. for a free all-ages concert on 101 Avenue, and that’s just part of the entertainment on tap for a full day of festivities.
The block party, which kicks off at 3 p.m.., will also include food trucks, a beer garden, vendors, face painting, and various workshops including mixology, and lasso skill demonstrations.
Grande Prairie Mayor Jackie Clayton says they’re excited to welcome the community to the heart of the city for the return of Experience Grande Prairie
“We have another great line-up of music, entertainment, and activities for all ages, and we can’t wait to see the community come together to close out the summer with a block party and outdoor concert”, she adds.
The event will run from 3 to 11 p.m., and will be in the area of 101 Avenue, between 100 Street and 102 Street. A road closure will be in effect on September 1st beginning at 6 a.m. on 101 Avenue between 100 Street and 102 Street. The road closure remains in effect until Saturday, September 2 at 2 p.m. No parking will permitted along 101 Avenue between 100 Street and 102 Street between 6 a.m. on August 31 and 2 p.m. on September 2 to accommodate event set-up.