Below is a list of Camrose and Area events. Use the "Filter by Month" drop-down feature to view only events in a certain month.
You may also find more events at the two links below:
Camrose Chamber of Commerce Event Listing
Saturday May 19, 2012
2012 Museum hours of operation – Tuesday through Saturday 10am – 5:00pm
Take part in short time hands on experiences - spend 1 hour or a full day.Meander through the twelve historic gardens at the Camrose Railway Station and relive the past as you take in the color and fragrance of many heritage flowers. Imagine you are a pioneer who is looking for a homestead. You realize that this area can grow flowers here so they can grow wheat. This was the historic reason for growing Station Gardens. Visit the wildflower garden and imagine a prairie hillside full of wildflowers. Ponder on this beauty while you eat your refreshments sitting in the shade on a trellis seat, the vine covered gazebo or the tables on the Station platform as you watch for the present day train travel through. Bring a book and enjoy the peacefulness. Using the self-guided tour book take a look at the rose garden located in the Garden Railway and other roses and plantings throughout the gardens.
Bring your grandchildren or children and give them an opportunity for old fashioned play in the Children’s secret garden playing on the large wooden train dressed in dress up clothes or playing in the large sand box. Let them watch Thomas the Tank Train. Percy, James or other trains from the early era as they travel along the track along the route of the old Canadian Northern Railway completed with historic buildings built to scale. Children and adults of all ages are thrilled and fascinated by the Morgan Railway Garden.
Take a self or interpretive guided tour of the many historical displays in our Station museum or the many buildings on site.
Throughout July and August our Freight Shed will be open for desserts - homemade and delicious on Saturdays 11:00am – 4:00pm. Self serve refreshments can be purchased
Tuesday – Friday 10:0am – 5:00pm.
Saturday May 19, 2012 - Saturday August 25, 2012
Hours for 2012 - Opening Day May 19, tuesday through Saturday 10 am to 5 pm. Closing Day Augsust 25.
Friday May 25, 2012 - Sunday May 27, 2012
100 Footer & Cruise-Camrose Regional Exhibition & 51 Street
Friday - Fun Run 100 Footer 7 p.m. start; Saturday Car Show Downtown Camrose on 51 St - 1 p.m. to 5 p.m; Sunday - 100 Footer at CRE -Racing 1:00 Start- Burnout Contest
More details contact Ken Mah 780-679-8347 or www.camrosecruisers.ca
Sunday May 27, 2012
55th Annual Fly-In Breakfast at the Camrose Airport
A hearty Western Breakfast served between 7 a.m. to 12 noon - all you can eat $8.00 Fluffy pancakes, Farm fresh eggs, Bratwurst and Ham, Coffee and Orange Juice - Flyers and Non-Flyers Welcome! Proceeds to the Camrose Air Cadet Flying Program and to the Camrose Fish and Game Association. One of the largest fly-ins in Western Canada - about 100 aircraft expected. For more details contact Barry Graham - 780 678-9947 or check them out on Facebook.
For airport information - contact Wayne Steel, Airport Manager - email wsteel@camrose.ca
For more than 54 years the Camrose Fly-In Breakfast has entertained residents and visitors, and if the skies are bright and sunny on Sunday May 27th, the Camrose Airport will again be one of the busiest in Western Canada. Last year, over 124 aircraft registerd in.
"Even if it is rainy, we receive great support and over 1,000 people for the pancake ," said Barry Graham, president of the Camrose Flying Club, "The proceeds from the breakfast go to support the Camrose Air Cadet Flying Program, the Camrose Fish and Game Association and to help the club with a scholarship program. People really support us and the two other clubs. The fish and game people look after the cooking so it leaves the aviation experts available to handle the increased air traffic." [Quote published in the Camrose Booster, May 2011]
Sunday May 27, 2012
Friday June 01, 2012 - Saturday June 02, 2012
Midway rides and games, cotton candy, mini-donuts, sidewalk sales and music... Jaywalkers Jamboree in Camrose is the place to be on June 1 & 2. We close down main street to celebrate the oldest outdoor trade show and midway happening in Alberta.
Don't miss out on the fabulous bargains - the fun - and the food.
Friday June 01, 2012 - Friday June 08, 2012
June 1 – June 8, 2012 – Plant sale & Swap (except days we are closed)
Purchase or swap some of the many plants that grow so abundantly within our Station Gardens. Also available will be house plants, gardening magazines, books and various gardening pots and yard decorations. Donations are gratefully accepted.
Saturday June 02, 2012
Free workshop for community “The Right Plant for the Right Exposure” and “How to Garden Naturally.”
Our own creative gardener Glenys Smith will lead these informative conversations, drawing upon her life-long experience of prairie gardening and decade plus of planning and caring for the Station gardens.
Sunday June 17, 2012
Camrose Purple Martin Festival June 17, 2012 at the Bailey Theatre in Camrose, Alberta. The address is 5041-50 Street. Keynote speakers will be John Tautin, executive director of the Purple Martin Conservation Association and Kevin Fraser, postdoctoral fellow with the Stutchbury Behavioural and Conservation Ecology Lab at York University. We'll also have sessions for newcomers to attract martins, for veterans to manage martin issues, for kids, and field trips for nature enthusiasts of all kinds. Our website is: http://www.tourismcamrose.com/feature-events/purple-martin-festival/
Monday June 25, 2012
As part of National Aboriginal Day, The Camrose Railway Station partners with the Camrose Arts Society to bring the community a wonderful Celebration First Nations featuring exceptional dance group Running Thunder and an exquisite Native Art Show. There will be an opportunity to join into a traditional Round Dance.
Sunday July 01, 2012
Held annually in beautiful Jubilee Park in Camrose - face painting, music, picnics, fireworks
Saturday July 14, 2012
Enjoy four community gardens and a Victorian High Tea in the historical Railway Station. Your serves will be dressed for the occasion in traditional black and white.
The day starts at 10:00am, meeting at the Railway Station, with an organized driving tour of several private gardens in Camrose, finishing with a guided tour of the spectacular Railway Station historical garden park. High Tea will be served in the Freight Shed and King George Room following the tour. Preregistration is required please, cost is $20.00/person (includes High Tea).
Thursday August 02, 2012 - Sunday August 05, 2012
BVJ celebrates its 20 anniversary on the long weekend in August, and so far headliners confirmed are: Blake Shelton, winner of male vocalist trophy for the second consecutive year, at the 2011 CMA Awards; Toby Keith will be back after a bout of laryngitis kept him from preforming last year; and the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band - preforming since 1966.
As part of the 20th anniversay of BVJ, nominate your town for BVJ Small Town Saturday Night contest. Details at www.bigvalleyjamboree.com
Saturday August 04, 2012
At 2:00pm we will celebrate the contribution and women’s role in our area settlement featuring four presenters. Learn through story and discussion the vast impact that woman made upon the development of our region. Conversation will follow. Join into the theme; wear a hat or clothing from a past era.
Homemade desserts will featured with a berry theme.
Friday August 10, 2012 - Sunday August 12, 2012
Mark your calendar for August 10-12, 2012 and plan to be in Camrose for the festival. More details at www.camrosefoundersdays.com or contact Janine Carrolle or Barb McDonald at 780-672-3099
Saturday, August 11, 2012 – Founders Day Festival at the Station
Exciting events are hosted across the City of Camrose, celebrating the Founders and history of our community. See website
www.camrosefoundersdays.com for full schedule
Friday August 24, 2012 - Saturday August 25, 2012
Mark your calendars - stay tuned for more details as they are being developed.
Saturday August 25, 2012
Mark this date in your calendars - to take a beautiful drive through the Camrose County and visit local tourist venues such as: Aberta's Littlest Airport; Jo-Jos Corn Maze Craze; Ferintosh B & B Manor; Bashaw's fire hall museum. Planning is in progress so watch this site for further details as they become availabe.
Saturday October 06, 2012
Celebrate the gathering of the harvest with the Canadian Northern Society at the Meeting Creek Railway Station & Elevator. Children’s activities include pumpkin carving, and scarecrow stuffing. Diamond Jubilee theme related games and crafts. Enjoy music, live entertainment and tours - a great day of community. The 2012 event will feature a royal flavor as we commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of HRH Queen Elizabeth. On site concession will feature an exquisite and traditional High Tea.
Friday November 23, 2012 - Sunday November 25, 2012
This program is currently being planned, Check back for details
Saturday December 01, 2012
Within our beautiful seasonally decorated Freight Shed or King George Room, enjoy one of our major fundraisers for the year and experience a wonderful, warm time of community! Our volunteers cook up a load of cookies (including gluten free) and other festive baking including homemade Christmas carrot pudding and loaves. Buy a few or get your entire Christmas supply. Our volunteers make them homemade and delicious! Purchase special gifts and treasures in our Station White Elephant Gift Shop
The scent of apple cider will greet you - purchase a beverage of your choice and enjoy a gingerbread cookie or fresh Christmas traditional dessert.
Monday April 08, 2013 - Wednesday April 10, 2013
2013 - watch for further details