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Lacombe Days 2022
​Events

A huge thank you to our Event Sponsors!

   2022 Event Schedule


All Weekend
​

Chairs For Charity  -  Throughout Lacombe
Watch for custom-painted chairs on display at local participating businesses! Try to win these chairs by purchasing raffle tickets for $5 at participating businesses. Win a chair and support a local charity (Lacombe FCSS Fill a Fridge Program)

General Appliances Scavenger Hunt
Free
Celebrate the people, businesses and City of Lacombe and test your local knowledge for your chance to win prizes from various local businesses.
​Download App GooseChase in the App Store or GooglePlay to Participate. Join game by entering code 3MDMKG


 ​Thursday, July 14, 2022

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Retro Jam Fest by Joe Social Media
Lacombe Memorial Centre - 5214 50 Ave
Free

This one is for the teens! Ages 13 - 18. Come on out for a dance party, rock band competition and karaoke as well as some games and crafts. There will also be a prize for best dressed - so come decked out in your favourite decade (70's, 80's, 90's)

Friday, July 15, 2022

9:00 am - 11:00 am
To The Stars Wellness Centre Pancake Breakfast - To The Stars Wellness - 201, 3402 AB12
Free
Join us for our grand opening! We are hosting a family-friendly pancake breakfast with tours to our beautiful new clinic! Come stop by and say hi.

10:00 am - 11:00 am
Guided Walking Tour of Historic Downtown - Michener House Museum - 5036 51 St
By donation
Starting at the Michener House Museum, this walking tour will explore Lacombe’s rich history, fascinating architecture, and beautiful murals.

10:00 am - 3:00 pm
FCSS Family Expo  - Lacombe Memorial Centre - Centennial Hall - 5214 50 Ave
By donation
Lacombe FCSS presents the Family Expo. A fun-filled trade show and exposition for parents and kids!

10:30 am - 11:15 am
Hula Hoop Circus - Lacombe Memorial Centre-  Centennial Hall - 5214 50 Ave
By donation
Lunchbox Theatre is back! Join us at the Memorial Centre for hula-hoop circus fun.

11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Sunny 94 BBQ
Sunny 94 Studios - 4720 Highway 2A
By donation
Join us for our BBQ for a fun kickoff with games and good food! Donations optional. All proceeds go to the Kinsmen Club.

12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Flatiron Building Museum Gallery, Michener House Museum & Blacksmith Shop Museum Tours and Heritage Demos
Flatiron Building Museum - 5005 50 Ave; Blacksmith Shop Museum - 5020 49 St; Michener House Museum -
​5036 51 Street
Free
Lacombe Museums are open all day for tours and heritage demonstrations at Flatiron, Blacksmith Shop, and Michener House! Drop-in programming.

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
African Caribbean Heritage Alliance  Arts & Crafts Market
Lacombe Memorial Centre - County Room - 5214 50 Ave 
​Free
Experience African Caribbean culture through the Arts & Crafts Market happening in the County Room.

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Skills for Homesteaders - Blacksmith Shop Museum - 5020 49 St 
​Free
Join this drop-in program as an opportunity to go back to your roots and learn some homesteading skills.

1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
Hula-Hoop Circus and Q+A  - Lacombe Memorial Centre -  Centennial Hall - 5214 50 Ave
By donation
Lunchbox Theatre is back! Join us at the Memorial Centre for hula-hoop circus fun.

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Guided Walking Tour of Historic Downtown - Michener House Museum - 5036 51 St 
By donation
Starting at the Michener House Museum, this walking tour will explore Lacombe’s rich history, fascinating architecture, and beautiful murals.

6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
African Caribbean Heritage Alliance presents A Taste of Africa: Dinner and Entertainment
Lacombe Memorial Centre - Centennial Hall - 5214 50 Ave
​$25 donation at the door
Immerse yourself in African & Caribbean culture with an evening of dinner and entertainment like steel drum performances, a fashion show, belly dancing and more!

6:30 pm- 9:30 pm
Big Brothers Big Sisters Pool Party Fundraiser
Lacombe Kinsmen Aquatic Centre; 5429 53 St 
$12 per family
Come splash and play for a cause! Join us for an evening full of WIBIT fun for all ages. Proceeds go to Big Brothers Big Sisters Lacombe.

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Guided Walking Tour; Rediscover the Drama and Mayhem in Lacombe's History -
Michener House Museum - 5036 51 St 
By donation
On this tour, we will explore what life was like in the early days of this dusty town, discovering the stories of its first doctors, businessmen, and politicians. We will delve into the tragedies of the many fires that struck the town, not all of which were caused naturally, and hear the tales of murders, the connection a Lacombian has to the Jesse James gang, and a blacksmith kidnapped in a case that shocked the province. We will also discover the many acts of kindness and bravery, both big and small, which shaped the identity of Lacombe.

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Great Canadian Wrestling in support of Lacombe Minor Hockey
Gary Moe Auto Group Sportsplex - Main Arena 
Adults - $12
Children - 5-12yrs - $7
Family Pass (up to 4 people from one household) - $30
Come down for an action-packed evening of pro Canadian wrestlers in support of Lacombe Minor Hockey Association.
Purchase tickets here
Tickets available at the door.


Saturday, July 16, 2022

9:00 am - 1:00 pm - Tooney Hot Dog and Pop sponsored by Lacombe Ponoka NDP
Historical Society parking lot
Stop by and fuel up for the day with a hot dog and pop! Minimum $2 donation. All proceeds go to the Lacombe Food Bank.

9:30 am start
Sims & Associates Parade - Throughout Downtown - Free - See map for route

10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Cornhole Provincial Tournament - Gary Moe Auto Group Sportsplex - Curling Rink - 5210 54 Ave - Register to play by downloading the Scorehollio App!

10:00 am - 11:00 am
Guided Walking Tour of Historic Downtown - Michener House Museum - 5036 51 St - By donation
Starting at the Michener House Museum, this walking tour will explore Lacombe’s rich history, fascinating architecture, and beautiful murals.

10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Show & Shine Lacombe Memorial Centre - 5214 50 Ave North parking Lot - Free for Visitors
Check out all the classics - fun for the whole family!

10:00 am - 5:00 pm
HUGE Book Sale! -  Lacombe Memorial Centre - 5214 50 Ave - Mary C. Moore Library - Free
Time to stock up for your summer reading! The Mary C. Moore Library is hosting a huge book sale.

10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Lacombe Community Market Lacombe Memorial Centre - 5214 50 Ave - Free
Local area, home-based vendor show & sale. You're sure to find something for every need!

After parade until supplies last:
Creation Station: Arts in Motion by City of Lacombe: Arts & Culture Department -
Lacombe Memorial Centre Courtyard - 5214 50 Ave
Free
This years theme is Arts in Motion! Stop on by as we explore arts through motion in the LMC courtyard by the Echo Stage. While supplies last!

After parade - 2:00 pm
Lacombe Fire Hall Jr Firefighter Games & BBQ presented by FORTIS Alberta
Lacombe Fire Department - 5211 50 Ave
Free
Join the fire department after the parade to enjoy a burger or hot dog in support of your local Lacombe firefighters - BBQ runs until the supplies run out!

11: 00 am - 2:00 pm
Family Fun at Parkland Regional Library System
Parkland Regional Library; 4565 46 St
Free
Join us for tours, smokies, face painting, magic show, virtual reality and free library cards! 

12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Flatiron Building Museum Gallery, Michener House Museum & Blacksmith Shop Museum Tours and Heritage Demos - Flatiron Building Museum - 5005 50 Ave; Blacksmith Shop Museum - 5020 49 St; Michener House Museum - 5036 51 Street
Free
Lacombe Museums are open all day for tours and heritage demonstrations at Flatiron, Blacksmith Shop, and Michener House! Drop-in programming.

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Skills for Homesteaders - Blacksmith Shop Museum - 5020 49 St - Free
Join this drop-in program as an opportunity to go back to your roots and learn some homesteading skills.

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Guided Walking Tour of Lacombe Historic Buildings - Michener House Museum - 5036 51 St - By donation
Starting at the Michener House Museum, this walking tour will explore Lacombe’s rich history, fascinating architecture, and beautiful murals.

12:00 pm & 1:00 pm
Magic Show
Parkland Regional Library; 4565 46 St
Free
Join us for a magic show, fun for all ages! Happening at 12pm and 1pm.

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Lacombe Art Guild Live Art Competition - Lacombe Memorial Centre Courtyard - 5214 50 Ave
Free
Come see central Alberta artists paint live as they compete for the big prize! Come vote for your favourite! Judging will commence at 3:00 pm.

12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
DB Bobcat Kids Corral - Gary Moe Auto Group Sportsplex - 5210 54 Ave
$10/family - CASH ONLY
Take a break from the afternoon sun inside the arena full of of fun with inflatables, a petting zoo and face painters!

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Wolf Creek Building Supplies presents the Dr. Von Houligans Family Extravaganza - East of City Hall - 5432 56 Ave
$10/adult / Kids 12 and under free.   -  CASH ONLY
A show you don't want to miss! The show brings back the old days of circus with talented and exciting performances of juggling, balancing, magic and more.

4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Viking Projects Beer and Wing Garden - Lacombe Memorial Centre Courtyard - 5214 50 Ave
​$20  -  CASH ONLY
Stop on by in our community beer garden for wings, beer and live entertainment! Admission includes a 10 pack of wings and a beverage. 18+ only.

4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Wolf Creek Building Supplies presents the Dr. Von Hooligans Family Extravaganza - East of City Hall - 5432 56 Ave
$10/adult / Kids 12 and under free.   -  CASH ONLY
A show you don't want to miss! The show brings back the old days of circus with talented and exciting performances of juggling, balancing, magic and more.

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Guided Walking Tour of Historic Downtown - Michener House Museum - 5036 51 St
By donation
Starting at the Michener House Museum, this walking tour will explore Lacombe’s rich history, fascinating architecture, and beautiful murals.

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
African Caribbean Heritage Alliance presents Music, Dance and Fashion - Cranna Lake
Free
An exciting and colourful performance featuring live entertainment, steel drums, dancing and fashion!

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Wolf Creek Building Supplies presents the Dr. Von Hooligans Family Extravaganza - East of City Hall - 5432 56 Ave
$10/adult // Kids 12 and under free.   -  CASH ONLY
A show you don't want to miss! The show brings back the old days of circus with talented and exciting performances of juggling, balancing, magic and more.


7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Guided Walking Tour; Rediscover the Drama and Mayhem in Lacombe's History -
​Michener House Museum - 5036 51 St
​By donation
​
On this tour, we will explore what life was like in the early days of this dusty town, discovering the stories of its first doctors, businessmen, and politicians. We will delve into the tragedies of the many fires that struck the town, not all of which were caused naturally, and hear the tales of murders, the connection a Lacombian has to the Jesse James gang, and a blacksmith kidnapped in a case that shocked the province. We will also discover the many acts of kindness and bravery, both big and small, which shaped the identity of Lacombe.

9:00 pm - 11:30 pm
AFSC Fireworks - Cranna Lake
Free
Come down to Cranna Lake, entertainment and food trucks on site at 9:00 pm, fireworks happen at 11:00 pm!

Sunday, July 17, 2022

8:00 am - 11:00 am
Pancake Breakfast and Community Worship Service - MEGlobal Athletic Park - 5644 56 Ave
​Free
Everyone is invited to a free pancake breakfast and a community worship service. The breakfast runs from 8 to 9:45 am. The worship service begins at 10 am. Hosted by the Lacombe Ministerial Association.

8:00 am - 12: 00pm
Lacombe Airport Fly-In Breakfast - Lacombe Airport - 3910 - 63 Ave
$10 Adults *for breakfast
$5 Kids *for breakfast
Join us for our annual fly-in breakfast and check out cool aircrafts! Pancakes, sausages, orange juice and more!

11:00 am - 2:00 pm
MEGlobal Horse Pull - Lacombe Ag Grounds - 4200 58 St
$5
How much can a horse pull? You'd be amazed. See these big magnificent creatures in action and see who takes home 1st prize! Bottle of water supplied with entry.

11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Lacombe Community Market - Lacombe Memorial Centre - 5214 50 Ave
​Free
Local area, home-based vendor show & sale. You're sure to find something for every need!

11: 00 am - 1:00 pm
Circle K BBQ - Circle K - 5001 52 St
Free
Come fuel up at the Circle K!

1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Old-Fashioned Penny Carnival - Lacombe Memorial Centre - 5214 50 Front Lawn
Free
Games, challenges, and fun for ages 4 - 10!

1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Kozy Korner Music Jam - Kozy Korner Senior Hall - 5024 53 St
$2 donation
​Welcome everyone to come pick grin to singalong! Old time country western music and dancing.
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