On August 31, Calgarians can enjoy live music, cultural performances, family activities, and Heritage Park’s vintage train, boat, and midway rides — capped off with a spectacular aerial drone show.

Calgary, AB—In partnership with the Government of Alberta, Heritage Park invites Calgarians to celebrate Alberta Day on Sunday, August 31, with free admission and a full day of family-friendly festivities. Heritage Park will showcase the best of Alberta’s history, culture and community spirit throughout the day. Guests can start at 10 a.m. by exploring heritage buildings in the Historical Village and checking out the Tipis at the Park. At 11 a.m., the official opening of the day’s festivities kicks off at the Park’s Celebration Field. Guests can enjoy live music, cultural dance and entertainment, kids’ crafts, local vendors, and more throughout the Park – while exploring the unique experiences only Heritage Park can offer, such as a scenic trip aboard a vintage steam train and full access to the Park’s historic areas and exhibits. Visitors can also listen to Indigenous stories at the Tipis in the afternoon. Rides on the antique midway and a cruise on Calgary’s only paddlewheel boat, the S.S. Moyie, are limited, ticketed, and available for purchase online only. Evening festivities continue at the Celebration Field after 5 p.m., featuring Canadian Country Music Association-nominated singer-songwriter Jake Mathews headlining the main stage at 8 p.m., followed by a spectacular aerial drone show that will light up Calgary’s night sky with the story of Alberta. “Heritage Park is honoured to be a gathering place for Alberta Day, welcoming Calgarians to experience the history, stories, and traditions that make our province so special,” said Lindsey Galloway, President & CEO of Heritage Park. Getting To & From Heritage Park on Alberta Day: FREE shuttle buses will run regularly between Anderson LRT Station and Heritage Park throughout the day and evening, making it easy to join the celebration. Please note there is limited on-site public parking for this event. Event Details:
  • Event Date: Sunday, August 31, 2025
  •  Event Time: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
    • Historical Village: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
    • Alberta Day Programming: 11 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
  • Event Location: Heritage Park Historical Village, Calgary, AB
  • Event Price:
    •  Admission: Free for everyone. Registration in advance is recommended. There is a limit of four admission tickets per online transaction.
    • Antique Midway: $15 (GST exempt). Ride bracelets are only available for purchase online, with a limit of four bracelets per transaction.
    • S.S. Moyie: $5 (GST exempt). Tickets are available online only for timed sailings. Capacity is limited.
    •  Annual Members and Heritage Club VIPs: Midway rides and Moyie cruises are free with a valid membership card.
  • Transportation: Limited on-site public parking on Alberta Day. Options for guests include:
    •  Free Parking and Free Shuttle from Anderson Station: Free parking is available at Anderson LRT Station. A free shuttle will run between Anderson Station and Heritage Park throughout the day, with buses arriving every 10 minutes.
    •  Calgary Transit – Route 502: 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.
    •  MAX Teal and MAX Yellow: Guests can also take the MAX Teal and MAX Yellow rapid transit lines to Heritage Park.
Whether you come for the music, the history, the rides, or simply to connect with your community, Alberta Day at Heritage Park promises to be an unforgettable day. For more information and full schedule of activities, visit heritagepark.ca/events/alberta-day.

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Media Inquiries Eirin Bernie, Communications & Marketing Manager Heritage Park Historical Village ebernie@heritagepark.ca | 403.519.3409

About Heritage Park Historical Village Heritage Park Historical Village is one of Canada’s largest living history museums, offering guests immersive, hands-on experiences of Western Canada’s diverse past. Located in Calgary on Treaty 7 territory, Heritage Park has been a cultural and tourism cornerstone since 1964. As a registered charity, Heritage Park preserves and shares history through interactive exhibits, costumed interpreters, historic buildings, antique rides and more. Welcoming hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, Heritage Park plays a vital role in Alberta’s tourism economy, prairie heritage preservation and community engagement—making it Canada’s premier family destination where history truly comes alive. heritagepark.ca