July 25, 26 & 27, 2025
The Rycroft Race the 8 Event, held every July, is a thrilling celebration of Western heritage and excitement! Featuring action-packed events like chuckwagons, bull riding, bronc riding, and mutton bustin', it’s a day full of adrenaline and fun for the whole family. Enjoy a parade, delicious food trucks, a cowboy market, pancake breakfast, steak supper, and end the night with a dance, beer gardens, and live entertainment—there’s something for everyone at this unforgettable summer event!
Between races, explore the lively cowboy market, where unique western goods and local handmade treasures await. You can satisfy your cravings with mouthwatering treats from the food trucks and enjoy live entertainment that keeps the energy high all weekend long. Bring the whole family and let the kids experience the thrill of mutton bustin, wild pony races, the calf scramble, or enjoy the fun-filled kids’ zone. Cap off your weekend under the stars with a community dance that promises great music, good company, and lasting memories.
Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of western heritage and heart-pounding excitement next July in Rycroft!
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Communities
Explore the different communities throughout the Mighty Peace!Town of Grimshaw
You know that saying about good things coming in small packages? If the package were a town, that town would be Grimshaw.
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Town of Peace River
Nestled into the spectacular Peace River Valley. Enjoy magnificent views, savour the fare, and hike on trails weaving through the hills.
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Northern Sunrise County
See historical farmhouses and granaries, visit historical sites like the 12 Foot Davis Gravesite, or hike the Pat’s Creek Trail.
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County of Northern Lights
Stretching north along the Peace River from just north of the Town through miles of prairies and boreal forest, the County of Northern Lights has a vast selection of offerings for travellers.
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MD of Peace
Picture rolling hills, idyllic lakes, and scenic vistas, all bounded on the southern edge by the Mighty Peace herself, and you’ve got the M.D. of Peace — an ideal place for a northern getaway.
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