Here are some of the events happening this weekend around the Peace Country!
- Commemoration Event @ Veterans Memorial Gardens & Interpretive Centre, September 9th, Doors 2 p.m. Event 3 p.m.
The unveiling of the Canadian First World War Internment Camp Display, the Ukrainian Soldiers Display, the Frontline + Essential Workers Display, and the Residential School Display
- 1940s Dine & Dance Costume Party @ Veterans Memorial Gardens & Interpretive Centre, September 9th 5 p.m.
This costume dinner party features a three-course meal, comedian, and dance, including spot dance prizes, a candy bar, soda fountain, photo booth, live auction and prizes for best costume. Tickets @ veteransmemorialgardens.com
- Disco Night Rollerskating @ Activity and Reception Centre, September 9th, 6 p.m.
Feel the beat of the tambourine at our NEW disco roller skating nights at the Activity and Reception Centre. Join us during roller skating drop-ins from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the second Friday of each month for an awesome, fun disco night
- Reggae Night w/ Caleb Hart & Co. @ Better Than Fred’s, September 9th, Doors 7 p.m. Event 9 p.m. 18+ $15 plus taxes and fees
- TJ Ruckus @ the Great Northern Casino, September 9th & 10th, Show at 9 p.m. No cover
- From Darkness to Light Suicide Awareness Walk @ Centre 2000, September 10th 6:30 – 9 a.m.
Our annual from Darkness to Light Suicide Awareness Walk will be taking place on September 10th to recognize World Suicide Prevention Awareness Day. We will be utilizing a staggered start with the registration booth set up from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM; walkers are welcome to start anytime during that time frame.
- Harvest Festival @ South Peace Centennial Museum, September 10th 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Adults $10 Youth $5
- Summer In The Street @ Grande Prairie Farmers Market, September 10th 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Block Party @ Wapiti Dental, September 10th 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
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- Wembley Demolition Derby @ Stacy Krahn Memorial Motorsports Park, September 10th 1 p.m. $15 Kids under 6 free
- The Hillside Block Party @ Veterans Memorial Gardens & Interpretive Centre, September 10th & 11th Saturday 1 – 8 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- Beer Yoga @ Rooted Heart Yoga & Art Studio, September 10th 2 – 4 p.m. $40+GST
Join Katie (and her fun personality) for Beer Yoga and social at the new studio! 1hr of light-hearted & fun yoga with a social hour after. A great way to spend your Saturday afternoon!
Laughter – 100% guaranteed. What’s even better? All profits to benefit the St. Lawrence Centre
- Grande Prairie Storm vs. Bonnyville Pontiacs Exhibition Game @ Bonnetts Energy Centre, September 10th 2 p.m.
- Welcoming Week Kick-Off Event @ Grande Prairie Museum, September 10th 2- 4 p.m.
- Illicit Car Show @ Jackpot Grill & Events Centre, September 10th Participants 3 p.m. Spectators 5 p.m. Admission $15 Spectators free
- Drag Queen Bingo @ Maddhatters, September 10th 6 p.m. & 10 p.m. $60
- Moment to Moment: Celebrating Budiman @ Grande Prairie Live Theatre, September 10th 7 p.m.
Join us to celebrate the amazing life of our friend, Budiman Kardino. Featuring music performances from Mikey Blue Shoes, Zachary Kay, Stacy Brown, Kendall Orr, Matt Boucher & Sean Thompson. Adam Prezio, Wendy Bredeson, Renee Golemba & Angie Maksymetz, Welfare Jer & The Payday$, Leroy Wilson, Mitchell Cedar, Paul MacLean & Bevin Booth. There will be a donation box at the door to help towards Budi’s funeral costs. ($20 suggested) Any remaining funds will go to Budiman’s son, Kaya for his college education.
- Peace Country Western Dance Club Social Dance – 30 Years @ Grande Prairie & District Golden Age Centre, September 10th 8 p.m. $10
Mini dance lesson at the beginning, great music, a mixer, and even some pizza for a late snack. Bring your friends; whether you are a beginner or a pro, we love to see new faces out having a great time dancing.
- Fundraising Charity BBQ event for the Grande Prairie Firefighters Charitable Foundation @ FreshCo, September 11th 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- 2nd Annual NAPA Auto Parts GP Show & Shine @ NAPA Auto Parts Canada, September 11th 12 – 4 p.m. Check in 10 a.m. Show 12 p.m.
- Welcoming Week Drop-In Games @ Activity & Reception Centre, September 11th 1 – 5 p.m.
- Block Party @ The Oasis Church Grande Prairie, September 11th 2 – 4 p.m.
- Fall Kick-Off Family Fun: BBQ & Games @ Whispering Ridge Community School, September 11th 1 p.m.
Hot Dogs, fixings, and juice will be provided. Bring your own lawn games, and chairs, and meet new friends! There will be a playground for kids, activities for the whole family, and an organized (optional) softball game organized by GPAC kids.
- Parkinson Association of Alberta Step ‘N Stride @ Muskoseepi Park, September 11th Registration 1 p.m. Walk 2 p.m.