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January 18, 2026 | The Owl Dance and the Waltz

Sunday, January 18, 2026 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Gasoline Alley Museum
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Event Description

January 18, 2026 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

In a historical and cultural celebration in the featuring of the Owl Dance and the Waltz. Rooted in a timeless connection to the earth, the Owl Dance was bestowed to the Blackfoot from nature, as it exemplified celebration and courtship. Though these traditions were suppressed in the colonial era, the Owl Dance evolved through resilience, as they integrated the movements of the Waltz. Experience the thrill of competition as dancers will compete for prizes, followed by an open invitation for guests to join the circle. 

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Schedule of Events

  • 10:00 a.m. – Doors open and Registration begins for competitors
  • 11:00 a.m. – Traditional Prayer & Smudge, Indigenous & Ballroom Dancer’s grand entry.
    • Announcement of attending drum groups.
  • 12:00 p.m. – Oral history and demonstrations of the Owl Dance
  • 12:30 p.m. – Oral history and demonstrations of the Waltz
  • 1:00 p.m. – Dance competition begins followed by a Style Swap
  • 2:30 p.m. – Winners announced
  • 3:00 p.m. – Guests can learn the dances!
  • 3:30 p.m. – Round Dance finale

Know Before You Go

  • Self-Identifying Indigenous People

    Those who self-identify as Indigenous, please do not purchase a ticket ahead of time. To gain free entry to the event, please inform the front desk attendant. Note: seating and entry is on a first-come, first-serve basis.

  • Competitor Information

    If you are participating in the dance competitions, you and your partner get free entry into the event. Please ensure to register at Gasoline Alley Museum at 10 a.m. on the day of each event.

  • Members and Non-Member Entry

    Entry to this event is included with a Heritage Park Membership. Non-Members are required to pay at the front desk, or they can pre-purchase by clicking HERE and selecting one of the dates for these events.

  • Getting to Heritage Park

    There are plenty of ways to get to the Park, whether that be on foot, via transit, or driving. Click here to find the way that works for you!

  • Parking

    • On arrival, please park in one of the main lots at the front of the Park.
    • Paid parking is available in Heritage Park’s front lots. 90 minute complimentary parking is available.
    • The Park Plus zone number is 8320.  Learn more about parking here.

  • On Arrival

    • Proceed to Gasoline Alley Museum and present your booking confirmation.

  • Refund Policy

    All bookings are non-refundable and non-transferable to a future event.

Visit Heritage Park

1900 Heritage DR. S.W. Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2V 2X3

Email: info@heritagepark.ca
Phone: 403.268.8500

There are plenty of ways to get to the Park, whether that be on foot, via transit, or driving. Click here to find the way that works for you!