Signature Events

Arts & Culture, Food & Fun

Looking for regional experiences that bring together culture and excitement? See our upcoming signature events and join our communities as we celebrate the Mighty Peace.

February

Carnaval de St-Isidore
There’s nothing more magical than the “Carnaval de St-Isidore,” a treasured celebration of the Francophone culture in Northern Alberta and this year, you can expect a magical experience. The theme for the 41st annual event is “Neon,” bringing a feeling of progress and possibility to the much-anticipated annual winter event in St. Isidore.

March

Alberta Pond Hockey Championship
The Alberta Pond Hockey Championship is a thrilling three-day event that brings the spirit of Canada's favourite pastime to life on the frozen Lac Cardinal Lake. Held annually, this championship is a celebration of hockey in its purest form, played outdoors on natural ice across 15 rinks.

June

Peace River Pow Wow
Are you ready for an unforgettable celebration of Indigenous and Métis culture? Get ready to immerse yourself in a two-day festival filled with incredible music, dancing, and celebration at the Peace River Agricultural Grounds.

Wanham Plowing Match
If you are looking for a unique and exciting way to experience rural Alberta, you will want to mark your calendar for the Wanham Plowing Match. This annual event, which started in 1971, showcases the agricultural history and culture of the region with a variety of activities and attractions for all ages.

July

Peace Mud Bogs & Fair
Do you have a passion for mud and horsepower? Do you want to see some of the most amazing vehicles in action? This event is the ultimate challenge for drivers and spectators alike.

Peace Regional Airshow
Watch this summer soar to new heights by adding the Peace Regional Airshow to your summertime fun adventure list. The Peace Regional Airshow is held at Peace River Airport (YPE) located just outside of the Town of Peace River, Alberta. Seeing superpowered flight machines twisting, turning, and dancing in the sky is nothing short of an awe-inspiring experience.

Peace River Gold Cup
River racing is a pure adrenaline rush where jet boats navigate the challenging waterways of the Peace and the Smoky River at speeds of up to 160mph. Nerves of steel and total mechanical reliability are essential to success in one of the most challenging action packed sports around.

August

Summer's End Festival
Summer's leaving but there's no end to the fun! Celebrate the end of a beautiful summer with your friends and family in the Town of Fairview. Fairview is known as the "Heart of the Peace" and the friendly people in this small town really know how to throw a party!

September

Harvest Moon Festival
Imagine Mainstreet Grimshaw lined with lights, games, food booths, and fun activities enjoyed by hundreds of residents and visitors joining together to celebrate the summer and welcome the harvest season.

Miserable Miles
Each year, athletes push themselves to the limits of their endurance against the breathtaking background of the Peace River valley while competing in the Miserable Miles. Enjoy a fun and challenging 5.5km obstacle race that takes contestants over a 212 meter vertical ascent through the stunning vistas of Misery Mountain, located in northern Alberta’s community of Peace River.

October

Town of McLennan's Oktoberfest
Raise a maß of delicious beer to good health, friends, family and of course gemütlichkeit. The McLennan Elks hall will be transformed for a night into the McLennan Festhalle. Filled with the sound of music and the smell of fresh pretzels and delicious Bavarian beer. So please come join us!