Downtown Stony Plain is the place to be this summer! Midsummer Thursdays are returning for family-friendly fun in the sun on Main Street. The next event is on August 18th! Stop by any time between 5 pm - 8 pm to discover downtown and join in on the fun! Check out the event details here. We’re celebrating and promoting wellness, mental health, and connection. There will be tons of fun activities for all ages, and some amazing vendors.
Join us on July 23rd between 11 am and 7 pm for a day FULL of delicious barbeque! Spruce Grove is hosting Ribfest this year at Central Park! Delicious ribs, sides, and grilling can be found right here. Bring your kids (and a shirt you don’t care about) to enjoy a truly saucy event. There will be award-winning chefs from all over sharing their amazing meats!
Rock out this month at the Blueberry Bluegrass Music Festival in Stony Plain! From July 29th - 30th, Stony Plain will be host to some amazing artists. Support local musicians, enjoy snacks and beverages, and relax to the sweet sounds of summer. Tickets are still available, so grab yours (and your family’s) today! You don’t want to miss this.
Summer in the City
Summer in the City is back again in Spruce Grove with tons of exciting camps and activities to enjoy. These week-long programs have something for everyone to enjoy. Try out some adventure camps to meet new friends and explore this beautiful city! A variety of activities and experiences are planned, including daily games, outdoor play and crafts. Biking, swimming, hiking and a weekly field trip are all part of the fun.
Head down to the pop-up playground! This free drop-in program has fun activities that take place throughout the parks of Spruce Grove in July and August. Designed for kids, aged 3 to 8 years old to attend with friends, parents or caregivers, each week will feature a different theme and special activities with games and crafts. Parents are responsible for their children at all times and must be available in the event of an emergency. There are even MORE community programs to try this summer. View all these programs by clicking here.
The Cultural Campfires of Stony Plain have become a community favourite over the past few summers! Join us each week for engaging storytellers who bring you into their culture with the magic of words. Our goal is to build connections across all communities and create a safe space for learning and acceptance. These campfires are FREE. All you need to do is bring your comfiest camping chair and your listening ears.
- July 21: Filipino storytelling
- July 28: Irish folklore with Kathleen Quinn and Dorothy Lowrie
- August 4: Cree storytelling with Parry
- August 11: Myths and Legends with the Stony Plain Public Library
- August 18: Local ghost stories with Katelyn Huxter
- August 25: Chinese folktales and harp performance with Jia Jia
You can check out all the details by clicking here. Our cultural campfires are part of the Stony Plain Inclusion Priority.
Make a splash the right way this summer at the Stony Plain Outdoor Pool! Located at 5210-55 Avenue, this outdoor oasis has been in the community for more than 40 years. The Town of Stony Plain collaborates with the TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre to operate the pool all summer long. Bring the whole family for a day of fun in the sun! Stay cool in the pool, enjoy a lounge in the shade, and share snacks and beverages with the people you love. The best way to relax? We think so.