Coaldale Summer Fest - Thank You Frontline Workers

What is Coaldale Summer Fest?

Coaldale Summer Fest is a celebration of and for our community with the theme of "Thank You Frontline Workers" for 2022. The event kicks-off with a Movie in the Park on Friday evening and festivities will continue into Saturday starting with a pancake breakfast fundraiser, followed by a Candy Parade, Live Music, Kids Activities, Beer Gardens, Food Fundraisers, Markets, Fireworks and more. There's something for everyone of all ages - join us this August to celebrate our first ever Coaldale Summer Fest.

Summer Fest Brochure

When is it?

August 5 & 6, 2022

Where is it?

The Movie in the Park will be held at Millennium Park.

The parade route map can be found in the parade section below.

Festivities on August 6 will be held on 20 Avenue between highway 845 & 16 Street as well as on 18 Street between 18a Avenue/19 Avenue and 21 Avenue.

Friday, August 5

UPDATE: We are happy to announce that A1 Pizza will now be on site around 7:30pm, as well!

We have also added live performances by Mike Murchison (7:30 PM) and Polkaholix (8:30 PM) that will precede the movie, which will begin at approximately 9:30 PM.

Kick off Coaldale Summer Fest 2022 with a Movie in the Park while enjoying popcorn from West Winds Kettle Corn, treats from Kona Ice. The entire family will enjoy watching a movie under the stars and on the big screen.

Remember to bring a blanket and/or lawn chairs, and to dress for the weather.

Location: Millennium Park (Hub Field) next to FCSS and behind the Ice Arena.

Movie: The Bad Guys (poll results can be found HERE).

Sponsored by North & Company LLP Law Offices, Tim Hortons, Silver Specs Eye Care + Optical and Twisted Steel Fitness Centre.

Saturday, August 6

Below is a list of deals & promotions being offered by local businesses and organizations during Summer Fest:
- A1 Pizza - A slice of pizza & a pop for $4
- Chicken Feed Quilts - A Quilt Show and Sale at Chicken Feed Quilts from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. A large display of finished quilts will be on display on the outside of their building, these finished quilts will be for sale.
- Chrysalis Cafe - Lemonade stand set up in their parking lot from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Lemonade will be $2.
- Coaldale Pet Clinic - Clinic tours and kids can bring their teddy bears for repair in a "teddy bear surgery". There will be a few draws for everyone to enter and a contest to name their clinic mascot.
- Coaldale Public Library - Friends of the Library Annual bring your own shopping bag - $5.00 Bag Book Sale, Door Prizes & Silent Auction
- Coaldale United Church Thrift Shop (2022 – 18 St.) - is happy to join in “Coaldale Summer Fest” with a special opening on Sat, Aug. 6 from 9:00 – 2:00. Great prices on clothing and shoes (most at $2 for adults and less for children/babies) and household miscellaneous (books 25₵, CDs and movies $1, bedding, curtains, kitchen, jewelry, toys, fine china, crystal and more).
- McLennan's Cocktails & Cues - $2 hot dogs from with all proceeds donated to the Coaldale Minor Hockey Association (hot dogs donated by Coaldale Food Market)
- Pizza Hut - From 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM get any personal pan pizza recipe or up to 3 toppings plus a can of pop for 6.29 dollar + GST, or 10 Wings plus can of pop for only $9.99+ GST. Only available for walk ins, not available for online or phone orders.
- Red Apple - handing out coupons, recyclable bags, and candy.
- Silver Specs Eye Care + Optical - Free cotton candy, and a spin-to-win wheel with various in-office discounts for glasses.
- Ventura Liquor - Tastings from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM: Mikes Hard Iced Tea - Lemon, Black Cherry, Peach Corona Tropical - Cactus Lime, Raspberry Lemon, Grapefruit Lemongrass RumChata Root Beer Float, And many door prizes...
- Wiebe's Delicatessen - Pasta with Sausage + Summer Soup + Drink for $10 (11:00 am - 5:00 pm)
A pancake breakfast fundraiser hosted by the Knights of Columbus.

Time: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Location: 18th Street across from the Coaldale Public Library

Admissions:
Adults (10 years and older).................. $6.00
Children (Under 10).............................. $4.00
Seniors.................................................... $5.00
Families.................................................. $23.00
The Candy Parade is returning in 2022. This year’s theme is “Thank-you Front Line Workers”. Coaldale looks forward to welcoming everyone to our community.

We would like to invite you to be a part of our parade by entering one of our many categories. For more information or to submit a parade registration form email parade@coaldale.ca

For Parade Registration Form click here.

Time: 11:00 AM

Parade Route:

Note that the parade will be travelling down a new route this year. For 2022 Parade Route click here here.
The ATCO Stage will be returning to Coaldale again for Summer Fest with a variety of performances from local and regional artists.

Location: 18th Street across from the Coaldale Public Library

Performances:
8:00 AM - Tyson Ray Borsboom (Acoustic)
10:00 AM - Amy Allred (Acoustic) *NOTE: Sunny South Lodge then joining the Candy Parade
12:00 PM - Taiko Drums
1:00 PM - John Wort Hannam
2:00 PM - Dance Images
2:30 PM - Peter and the Wolves
4:30 PM - Good Time Charlie
6:30 PM - Makiisma
8:30 PM - Chevelles

Sponsored by Coaldale Chamber of Commerce, Ventura Liquor, North & Company LLP Law Offices, Tim Hortons, Silver Specs Eye Care + Optical and Twisted Steel Fitness Centre.

Stage provided by:
Come relax and enjoy a cold one with the Kinsmen Club of Coaldale while listening to live entertainment on the ATCO Stage. All ages are welcome in the Kinsmen Beer Garden which will be conveniently located next to the Kids Zone with a food truck on site.

Time: Start time TBA, open until 11:00 PM

Location: Along 18th Street just North of the Coaldale Public Library in front of Coaldale Spirits & Wine.
We are not limiting food trucks for Saturday, August 6, but you will be required to have a business license for Coaldale and placement will be on a first-come basis. Please aim to arrive by about 10:00 AM to allow for enough time to be situated.

There are many road closures day-of (details at the bottom of this page), so please follow the map below. You will want to be heading East on Highway 3 then turn South onto 17 Street.

Please contact Clayton Varjassy, clayton.varjassy@coaldale.ca, 403-894-0143 with any questions or concerns.
Active since 1982 and more recently a registered charity, the Alberta Birds of Prey Foundation is Alberta's first privately licensed raptor rescue and conservation organization. They are located two hours south of Calgary in the heart of Canada's wild prairies.

Their environmental contributions extend far beyond the province of Alberta. Offspring from their Burrowing Owl breeding program have been released in all four western provinces. Injured birds needing long-term care have arrived from locations ranging from Ontario to British Columbia, and even Canada's Artic.

The foundation will be bringing Owls to Summer Fest for the community to meet.

Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM (TBC)

Location: Just off 18th Street in the dirt/grass lot just northwest of the Coaldale Public Library (just behind the other activities in the area).
By Criss Wiebe Face Design. A professional face & body painter with fifteen years of experience, Criss Wiebe provides a unique and memorable experience.

Only the highest quality, professional make-up is used. The make-up is hypo-allergenic and has antimicrobial properties to avoid adverse skin reactions.

2 x Face Painters & 2 x Airbrush Artists

Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Location: Just off 18th Street in the gravel parking lot north of the Coaldale Public Library

Sponsored by the Kinsmen Club of Coaldale.
Have you ever wondered what you'd like like as a caricature? Take an original piece of art home with you from Summer Fest and find out!

Price: TBD

Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Location: Just off 18th Street in the gravel parking lot north of the Coaldale Public Library

Sponsorship opportunity: If you or your business is interested in sponsoring caricature artists to help bring these live portraits to guests for a significantly reduced cost, or potentially free, contact Clayton Varjassy, clayton.varjassy@coaldale.ca.
The Fireworks Factory Inc. will be returning to Coaldale again this year to end the day with a bang. They will once again put on a fantastic display for the community with choreographed music. We will be opening up some spectator areas with speakers setup in the ball diamonds this year to maximize the viewing experience.

Location: Spectator areas along the canal bank and in the NorthWest Soccer Field in the Quads (see map below)

Time: Approx. 10:45 PM

Map:

Please note: there will be no vehicles allowed into the quads so plan to travel on foot if you'd like view from in the Quads. Also, fireworks will be dependant on day-of weather, keep an eye on the Town's website and social channels regarding any cancellations.

Sponsorship opportunity: If you or your business is interested in sponsoring fireworks, please contact Clayton Varjassy, clayton.varjassy@coaldale.ca.

Summer Fest Swag

Volunteer Opportunities

We are currently seeking volunteers to come help out and have fun for approximately 2-hour shifts on August 6 to celebrate our community! Please contact our Community Services Department at 403-345-1323 for more information or to sign up.

Coaldale Summer Fest Volunteer Positions
Road Closures

Summer Fest Road Closures