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By David Opinko

Southern Alberta communities celebrating Alberta Day

Aug 31, 2022 | 10:46 AM

MAGRATH, AB – Several communities in Southern Alberta are gearing up to celebrate the province’s newest holiday.

The first-ever Alberta Day takes place on September 1, 2022, marking the 117th anniversary of the Alberta Act, which formally established Alberta as a province.

Premier Jason Kenney kicked off the 2022 Calgary Stampede with the declaration of Alberta Day, saying it will “celebrate Alberta’s rich cultural heritage and recognize its unique place in Confederation.”

Major celebrations are being held in Calgary and Edmonton, but smaller communities to the south are getting into the festive spirit as well. A full list of municipalities celebrating Alberta Day is on the Alberta Government’s website.

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On Saturday, September 3, 2022, the Town of Drumheller will host live music, cultural aspects, a morning farmer’s market, giveaways, and more in The Plaza.

More info: https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=443714957785812&set=a.233843868772923

Magrath

The Town of Magrath will put on an Alberta Kids Festival on Saturday, September 3, 2022, from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

It will include live music, a magician, a petting zoo, big trucks on display, a movie night, and more.

More info: https://www.facebook.com/magrath.fcss.5/posts/pfbid0nFYXCzkzLcPjPM1SZnucCt6e8N5YaBPhce8UxkkLmnVjZgSVD2Ff2ifg1JTC2mTvl

Okotoks

Residents of Okotoks can enjoy a variety of activities on Saturday, September 3, 2022, including a picnic, a free public skate, family-friendly entertainment and games, and a pair of outdoor movies.

More info: https://www.okotoks.ca/your-community/living-okotoks/community-event-calendar/alberta-day

Pincher Creek

The Town of Pincher Creek is inviting the public to Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village for live music, and a marketplace on Saturday, September 3, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The NAPI Friendship Centre will also hold a knowledge-sharing session.

More info: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=482180090580382&set=pcb.482184673913257

Lethbridge

Officials with the City of Lethbridge told LNN that they will not be holding any formal Alberta Day activities.

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