Alberta Day at Heritage Park

Important Notice: There is NO PARKING at Heritage Park for guests on Alberta Day this year. The only exception is for those with a valid handicapped tag.

NEW this year: Two FREE Parking & Shuttle locations  

1. Anderson CTrain Station: FREE Parking at Anderson CTrain Station (subject to availability). Complimentary shuttle buses run to and from Heritage Park every 10 minutes. See below for the full schedule.  

Anderson Station Shuttle Schedule
 

2. Mount Royal University (MRU): FREE Parking at MRU in Lots A, B, 8 and the East Gate Parkade (subject to availability). Complimentary shuttle buses run to and from Heritage Park every 10 minutes. Full schedule will be available soon.  

 Public Transportation to the Park remains running as normal: 

• MAX Teal and MAX Yellow: Guests can also take the MAX Teal and MAX Yellow rapid transit lines to Heritage Park. 
• Calgary Transit – Route 402: Take Route 502 from the Heritage LRT Station directly to Heritage Park.  
• Calgary Transit – Route 20: Route 20 will also provide service to Heritage Park on Alberta Day.  

Getting to Heritage Park

Plan Ahead Before Alberta Day 

With no general guest parking available at Heritage Park, guests arriving by vehicle should plan to park at Mount Royal University or Anderson Station and take a FREE shuttle to the event. 

Allow extra time for parking, boarding and travel to Heritage Park, especially during peak arrival and departure periods. 

Thank you to our community partner, Mount Royal University, for providing complimentary guest parking.

• Historical Village: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • After 5 p.m., only Celebration Field, The Antique Midway, Claresholm General Store and the Vulcan Ice Cream Parlour will remain open.
• Alberta Day Programming: 11 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
• Antique Midway: Catch your thrills from 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.!*
• S.S. Moyie Departure Times:
  • 10:35, 11:10 and 11:45 a.m.
  • 12:20, 12:55, 1:30, 2:05, 2:40, 3:15, 3:50, 4:25, 5, 5:35, 6:10, 6:45 and 7:20 p.m.
  • Please Note: All cruises depart from and return to the S.S. Moyie dock, located behind Shepard Station.
• Steam Train Departure Times: The steam train will operating from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Train rides will last around 20 minutes.
  • Please Note: All Steam Train rides will depart from and return to Shepard Station. Please be patient and expect to wait to ride the train.

*Rides may take quick pit stops to keep the fun rolling safely.

Admission

How to Attend

• Admission to Alberta Day is free for everyone, we just ask you register in advance.

• When you arrive, proceed to the front gates to enter the Historical Village and start your experience.

Register for FREE Admission

Midway Ride Bracelets

How to Purchase

• Ride bracelets are available for purchase online only.

• If you haven’t purchased in advance, you can scan a QR code at the Guest Services Tent in Celebration Field to buy your bracelets on-site.

• Limit of 4 bracelets per online transaction.

• Your bracelet will get you unlimited Midway Rides for the day.

• Canoo Tickets: Canoo tickets do not include Antique Midway Ride Bracelets or S.S. Moyie tickets. Canoo members must purchase these seperately.

How to Redeem On-Site

• Show your digital or printed proof of purchase at the Guest Services Tent in Celebration Field to receive your bracelet(s).

For Members

• Bracelets are free for Annual Members and Heritage Club VIPs.

• Visit the Customer Services Tent and join the dedicated Member line. Show your valid membership card to redeem your complimentary bracelet.

Get Midway Ride Bracelets

S.S. Moyie Tickets

How to Purchase

• Tickets for S.S. Moyie sailings are available online only for timed departures. A ticket is only valid for its designated sailing time.
• Limit of 4 tickets per online transaction.
• Members: To reserve your complimentary ticket, contact Guest Services at 403.268.8500 before Alberta Day.
• Canoo Tickets: Canoo tickets do not include Antique Midway Ride Bracelets or S.S. Moyie tickets. Canoo members must purchase these seperately.

How to Redeem On-Site

• All guests should arrive at the S.S. Moyie dock behind Shepard Station at least 20 minutes before their scheduled departure time. It takes approximately 20–25 minutes to walk from the front entrance to the Moyie dock.
• If you haven’t purchased in advance, you may scan a QR code on-site to purchase tickets for a remaining sailing time if they are available.
• A small number of tickets may be held for Members without advance reservations — subject to availability.

What to Expect at the Dock

• If you’re on time: You’ll be directed to line up for boarding.
• If you’re too early: A volunteer will let you know when to return for your sailing.
• If you missed your departure: You may wait for the next sailing, if space allows, but boarding is not guaranteed.

Get S.S. Moyie Tickets

On Alberta Day, guest safety is our top priority. Our Lost Kids Zone offers proactive resources to ensure your child is found quickly if they become lost, and provides a safe space for parents and children to reconnect if separated.

Location: Guest Services Tent in Celebration Field

How it Works

When You Arrive at the Park

• Come to the Lost Kids Zone, located at the Guest Services tent in Celebration Field, and pick up a free wristband for your child.
• Write your contact information, such as a phone number, on the wristband and place it on your child.
• Take a quick photo of your child that morning. Having an up-to-date picture makes it much easier for our team to assist in an emergency.

If You Get Separated

• Head directly to the Lost Kids Zone at the Guest Services tent in Celebration Field.
• Our staff will use the contact information on your child’s wristband to reunite you with your child quickly and safely.

• Expect Larger Crowds & Longer Lines on Alberta Day. Plan to arrive 60 minutes early to minimize delays.
• Live Updates: Follow our social media channels for real-time updates and special announcements.
• Come Prepared: Bring a low-rise festival chair, water bottle, picnic blanket, sunscreen, and money for concessions, Midway Bracelets, or Moyie Tickets. If you pre-purchased Midway Bracelets, don’t forget your proof of purchase to redeem them on-site.
• Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides: Please note, horse-drawn wagon rides will not be available on Alberta Day.

• Baby Ferris Wheel: Riders must be 36 inches to 48 inches tall
• Bowness Carousel: Riders under 42 inches tall must ride on the inside horses on the carousel. Adults must hold infants who go on the carousel.
• The Whip: Riders must be taller than 32 inches. Riders who are 32 – 48 inches tall must be accompanied by a rider taller than 48 inches.
• The Caterpillar: Riders must be taller than 32 inches. Riders who are 32 – 48 inches tall must be accompanied by a rider taller than 48 inches.
• The Dangler Swings: Riders must be 42 inches or taller.
• Big Eli Ferris Wheel: Riders must be at least 36 inches tall. Riders who are between 36 – 48 inches tall must be accompanied by someone taller than 48 inches.

Rides aboard the Steam Train are included with your admission. The train will operate from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. All train rides will depart from and return to Shepard Station. All guests will disembark from the Steam Train at Shepard Station at the end of each trip.

Canoo tickets do not include Midway Ride Bracelets or S.S. Moyie tickets. Canoo members must purchase these separately.