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September 6-8 and September 13-14, 2024
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 6

Sylvan Lake Farmer's Market

4:00pm - 7:30pm | Lakefront Park at Lakeshore Drive and 51 Street

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 7
Medicine Walks

Join Clare Butterfly for a Medicine Walk at the Health and Wellness Healing Hub located at 47 Ave and 52 St

8:30am Get tickets online

10:30am Get tickets online

Theatre Trail

Performances at 1pm, 1:30pm, 2:00pm, and 2:30pm | Lion's Hall - Box Office at 5119 50 Ave | Hosted by Sylvan Lake Theatre | Get tickets online

CulinART Food and Art Walk

4:00pm - 8:30 pm. Lakeshore Drive and 50 Street. Get tickets online or at the event
Aerial Silks Performances by the Forum 
Immersive aerial performances throughout the event with special performances at 5pm and 7pm
White Frog Cafe Artisan Market
3pm-8pm at 5025 46 Street
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 8

Sylvan Lake Theatre's Theatre Trail

Performances at 1pm, 1:30pm, 2:00pm, and 2:30pm | Lion's Hall - Box Office at 5119 50 Ave | Hosted by Sylvan Lake Theatre Get tickets online
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 13
Art Show and Sale
Show runs from 1pm - 8pm at the NexSource Centre
Live Jazz Music
The Cheryl Fisher Quartet
Caricature Artist
Dean Foster will offer caricature art from 4pm-7pm
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 14
Art Show and Sale
Show runs from 1pm - 5pm at the NexSource Centre
Live Modern Celtic Folk Music
The Whoopsie Daisies
Artist and Restaurant Registration

If you are a restaurant, artist, or a hosting business/community group, use the links to register below to be added to the event! Register by August 31, 2023

Register to Showcase ArtworkFOR ARTISTS | SEPT 9 ONLY
Submit a Restaurant Tasting MenuFOR RESTAURANTS | SEPT 9 ONLY
Add a Performance or WorkshopFOR BUSINESSES AND COMMUNITY GROUPS
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Notice of Event Modification or Cancellation

Please note the following changes or cancellations of event activities:

  • Posted August 6 at 9:25pm: Back to the future 2 Drive-In Movie showing on Saturday night has been cancelled due to weather

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

CulinART Food & Art Walk

Food and Art Walk FAQ

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Performances hosted by Forum

3pm

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8pm

Food and Art Walk Menu

From the unique and daring to a twist on familiar favorites, find bold culinary delights from downtown restaurants! Try a bite from each participating restaurant and collect signatures on your CulinART Walking Guide to enter to win great prizes!

Wristbands and tickets can be bought at each entrance. Tickets are for food items and cash or cards can be used for alcoholic beverages at the restaurant.

from PARTY CHEF
CHARCUTERIE CONES| 7 TICKETS
An artful twist on a classic favorite. Each cone is crafted with a selection of the finest local cheeses,  perfectly paired with an array of meticulously cured meats and tantalizing pickled veggies
from BAMBOO HUT
CRISPY COCONUT SHRIMP | 4 TICKETS
Three sweet crispy shrimp with a crunchy coconut coating, delivering a perfect balance of tropical flavour in every bite
SWEET CHILI CHICKEN BITES| 7 TICKETS
Sweet, sticky, crunchy, and spicy chicken - all in one delectable bite
from WHITE FROG CAFE
PUMPKIN SPICE FLAVOURED COFFEE | 2 TICKETS
Delicious Colombian coffee that has been enhanced with a fall favourite, Pumpkin Spice!
CAN A DOUGH | 1 TICKET
Can-A-Dough are edible chocolate chip cookie dough bites that are made from ingredients you can pronounce like butter and maple syrup!
from THE BIG MOO
SALTED CARAMEL ICE CREAM SANDWICH| 6 TICKETS
Homemade chocolate caramel cookies with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, chocolate fudge sauce, toffee bits and a chocolate molten ice cream cone topper
MERMAID ICE CREAM SANDWICH| 6 TICKETS
Homemade chocolate caramel cookies with birthday cake ice cream, whipped cream, sprinkles and chocolate mermaid tail topper
from CHIEFS
BRITISH STYLE SCAMPI | 4 TICKETS
Three panko breaded tail on shrimp with house made Marie Rose sauce
HOMEMADE SPINACH DIP AND CHIPS| 5 TICKETS
House made spinach dip with in house fried tortilla chips
COORS SHANDY| 4 DOLLARS
Coors original topped with real ginger beer for that refreshing English taste
CHIEF'S NON ALCOHOLIC SIGNATURE COCKTAIL| 3 TICKETS
Soda, lemonade, with fresh raspberries and mint. 10 tickets to add gin
from RUSTY KAGE
PINEAPPLE CAESAR | 7 DOLLARS
An unusual twist on a classic drink, with pineapple juice and in house smoked pineapple
PEACH SALSA PORK SLIDER | 5 TICKETS
Spicy smoked peach salsa placed on smoked pulled pork smothering in peach mango bbq sauce all on in house made slider buns
SMOKED WATERMELON PUDDING | 4 TICKETS
Smoked watermelon placed on in house made vanilla pudding with a crisp!
from LAKESHORE CAFE
ICED SEA SALT CARAMEL | 4 TICKETS
Cold, sweet-salty drink featuring iced espresso with sea salt caramel syrup, milk & caramel drizzle
MOUSSE CAKE | 5 TICKETS
A delicate dessert with creamy mousse layers over a soft cake base, offering a smooth and airy texture with rich, flavourful taste
CRUFFINS | 3 TICKET
A delightful pastry hybrid, combining the flaky layers of a croissant with the shape of a muffin!
from 2ND WIND BREWERY
BLUE KAMIKAZE | 3 TICKETS
Blue curaccao mixed with vodka and lime juice
FIRE CRACKER SHRIMP | 4 TICKETS
Battered shrimps with house made w&w sauce
BUTTER CHICKEN NAANWICH| 6 TICKETS
Traditional Indian flat bread filled with butter chicken and veggies
LAGER |  4 DOLLARS
Corn lager 16oz
from SWEET HOME ON THE LAKE
BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP | 3 TICKETS
MINI BUTTER PECAN CUPCAKE | 1 TICKET
APPLE CINNAMON SCONE| 2 TICKETS
PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE |  3 TICKETS
PUMPKIN CHAI TEA LATTE |  3 TICKETS
from ON THE LAKE
CRISPY AHI TUNA | 3 TICKETS
Fresh ahi tuna marinated in chefs spicy sriracha mayonnaise, topped on a crispy bed of rice with a drizzle of sweet soy sauce
BEEF CROQUETTES | 2 TICKETS
Marinated roast beef and cheese stuffed inside a thick cream base ball, finished with chefs salsa verde and cotija cheese
CORN RIBS | 1 TICKET
Fresh corn seasoned with fresh sriracha butter and herbs, topped with a drizzle of lime juice
SUNBIRD PALOMA | 2 DOLLARS
Blanco and Reposado tequila muddled with watermelon chunks and shaken with grapefruit juice topped with soda
from SUN OF A BEACH
LOBSTER ARANCINI | 5 TICKETS
Two in-house made breaded arancini balls stuffed with creamy lobster macaroni + cheese and garlic aioli
PESTO FETTUCINE | 5 TICKETS
Herbed fettucine made in-house with signature pesto, baby spinach, parmigiano-reggiano, crispy basil and focaccia
COCO-LOCO DESSERT | 4 TICKETS
SOB signature milk chocolate glazed coconut semifreddo, crispy brown sugar granola, caramel sauce, caramelized pineapple and mint garnish
CLASSIC MARGARITA | 5 DOLLARS
Tequila, triple sec, simple syrup, lime juice, salt rimmed and dried lime garnish
POMEGRANATE MULE | 5 DOLLARS
Chambord, ginger beer, pomegranate/cranberry juice, lime juice, mint and fruit garnish
AUTUMN BLUES GIN COCKTAIL | 5 DOLLARS
from BUK WILDZ
WHAT THE DUCK? WHITE CHILI | 5 TICKETS
Refreshing end of summer chili. Corn, chicken broth, cilantro, pulled duck and pinto beans
LOBSTER BITES |  5 TICKETS
Big chunks of lobster, citrus, parmesan in a cold cream that sits on top of cucumber, finished with cracked pepper and a balsamic reduction. Two pieces
MAPLE BRUSSEL SPROUTS| 5 TICKETS
IYKYK... These have converted even the most anti brussel sprout eater into a fan. Brussel sprouts quartered and crisped then tossed in real maple syrup with sea salt
GLUTEN FREE TRIPLE BERRY CHEESECAKE |  5 TICKETS
The perfect cheesecake done up on a gluten free crust finished with a trio of berries!
WHIPPED TIRAMISU |  4 TICKETS
Whipped espresso cream, soft white vanilla cake finished with caramel crumble
COTTAGE MORNING COCKTAIL |  6 DOLLARS
Cold brew, ageat syrup, hazelnut simple syrup, coconut and Vodka
the story  BEHIND THE FOOD

Jonah from Local Jems talks to local restaurant owners and managers about their love of food, community, and passion for the industry in Sylvan Lake.

Entertainment
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Aerial Performances by the Forum

An immersive and elevated experience. Aerialists and acrobat artists perform throughout the event with special performances at 5pm and 7pm. There will be live music, stilt walkers and more!
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Local Art Installations
Enjoy beautiful art installations along Lakeshore Drive including interactive and great photo ops!
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White Frog Cafe
Artisanal Market located at 5025 46 Street

Art Show and Sale

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Art Demonstration with Carol Lynn Gilchrist
As a professional artist for over ten years, Carol Lynn Gilchrist works in a variety of painting mediums from watercolour to oil painting. With a special love for 'en plein air' Carol will be hosting a demonstration as well as  talk on how she produces her beautiful paintings.
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Live Music - Friday September 13
The Cheryl Fisher Quartet perform Jazz from 5pm-7:30pm for a night of fun at the CulinART Show and Sale!
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Live Music - Saturday September 14
Whoopsie Daisies are a modern Celtic Folk band and they will perform at this years Art Show and Sale!

from BUKWILDZ

BUKS LITE CUSTOM BEER | 4 TICKETS

Try our the custom light lager done just for Bukwildz!

SYLVAN LAKE HOUSEWIFE | 4 TICKETS
Elderflower, soda, vodka, splash of lemonade. Chase summer and enjoy one before the snow comes.
PEROGIES | 4 TICKETS
Bukwildz perogies, bacon, red onion and finished with a hint of dill.
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from BUKZ

WARM BISON DONAIR DIP | 4 TICKETS

East coast happiness in a dip! Ground seasoned bison, sweet sauce, two kinds of cheese, red and green onion with hand cut chips.

VEGAN MUSHROOM RAVIOLI | 4 TICKETS

Vegan ravioli with seared mushrooms finished with basil and fall seasonings.
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from BUKZ

PUMPKIN PIE LATTE | 2 TICKETS

A delicious Pumpkin Pie flavored latte topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon made with our White Frog Cafe roasted beans!

PREMIUM HOT CHOCOLATE | 2 TICKETS

Premium Hot Chocolate topped with whip cream and mini marshmallows!
(GF) FALL CHEESECAKE SAMPLERS | 2 TICKETS

Pumpkin, Caramel Apple or Pecan, Cheesecake samplers!

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Downtown Food and Art Walk FEATURED ARTISTS:

Delve into the creative and colorful world of local area artists at the Downtown Food and Art Walk! Check out displays, talk to artists, and participate in the art making process! Some artists will be vending on site.

LIVE MUSIC provided by Leo Martinez, James Adams, and Ainsley Elisa!

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Carolyn Jerrard, Painter, Sylvan Lake

Carolyn's work of abstract expressionist painting uses acrylic paint, structural mediums, and water to combine movement in the paint, intrigue through texture and vibrancy in colour. The results invite the viewer to dive into another time or place, experience their own emotional reaction while being carried through the mystery of her pieces, often described as surreal landscapes. Carolyn is inspired by the colour palettes in nature, highlighting the depths and contrasts that surround us. Painting has been a part of her life since her teens but it was much later, in 2009, that she found professional instruction which helped fine tune her artistic sense. In 2013 she began to offer art for purchase.

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Marshall Brown, Painter, Sylvan Lake

Marshall mainly paints landscapes in oil and/or acrylics. Drawing inspiration from nature and other artists ranging from the old master to contemporary artists, Marshall is generally a self-taught artist and participation in several summer series art workshops at RDC.
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Lacie, Mixed Media, Sylvan Lake

Lacie uses oils, acrylics, and mixed media on paper and canvas. Having painted since she was young, she's been seriously pursuing it for the last two years. In 2021 she took an internship under a professional artist, and is a current student at the Milan Art Institute.

Learning fine arts and paintings with oils, acrylics, mixed media, and charcoal, many of her paintings have a person involved or a portrait, alongside some non-objective abstracts. Lacie is inspired by the freedom found in art, by good music, by a desire to give others hope, encouragement, boldness, and leave a positive impact.

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Greg and Karen McKinney, Laser Engravers, Red Deer County

Greg and Karen got into laser engraving almost by accident. Taking life's opportunities as they appeared and living by their moto, "say yes and figure it out later," they have enjoyed the journey of entrepreneurship for 18 years and laser engraving since 2020. They draw their inspiration from listening to the customer. Their story, dreams and vision. Nothing drives Greg and Karen more than to see the project come to life to the customers' expectations.

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Haley Tolland, Painter, Red Deer

Haley has been doing art since the age of 8 years old to use it as an escape from the world around her, and throughout her school years. Taking art programs and graduating with art honors from Lindsay Thurber High School in Red Deer, Haley continues to paint and draw as a way to express emotions and show feelings that can't be put into words. Haley also took part in the mural on the tower of the Red Deer Women's Outreach Center created in 2019 as well as continues to get her creativity out into the community.
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SASART, Freehand Mixed Media, Lacombe

SASART was created with a vision in mind: do what you love and love what you do! Based in Lacombe Alberta, Savannah focuses on selling original creations, hired commissions, and teaching art classes & lessons. The artist loves to dabble in anything and everything art! Completely freehand and self taught, with a background that all started with bic pen illustrations from a young age. You will rarely – if ever – see any drafting or use of pencil unless requested! From there, branching out into as many other mediums, styles, subjects, and areas of art. You will often see her original works showcasing nature and scenery.
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Carmen Therriault, Photographer, Sylvan Lake
Carmen has lived in the Sylvan Lake area for many years and has a strong desire to share her deep appreciation for natural beauty with others. Photography has become her mode of artistic expression; it is through the lens that she chooses to depict the world as she perceives it in her mind’s eye. Being outdoors, whether that be near water, in the mountains, or under the night sky, brings Carmen great peace and inner calm. If she can capture even a small part of her sense of awe and wonder oat the natural world, and thereby bring comfort and joy to those who view and experience her work, then she's achieved her ultimate goal.

...can't miss this deliciousness!

Show off the delectable dishes and over-the-top art you're sure to find at CulinART @visitsylvanlake

COUNTDOWN TO CulinART
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BARBACOA TACO | THE DRIFTWOOD

Slow roasted beef, shredded red onion and cholula sauce.

5 TICKETS

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BISON SLIDER | THE DRIFTWOOD | 5 TICKETS

Small Bison slider patty, blueberry sage compote and honey goat cheese.

5 TICKETS

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CBR FLATBREAD | THE DRIFTWOOD

Caribbean roasted chicken, shredded cheese, pepper bacon, diced red onion on a toasted buttery flatbread with a ranch drizzle.

5 TICKETS

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MALIBU DAYS WINGS | THE DRIFTWOOD

Signature Driftwood wings infused with pineapple and mango and Malibu rum, dusted with sweet shredded coconut.

5 TICKETS

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SWEET POTATO PARSNIP SOUP | SWEET HOME ON THE LAKE

A perfect blend of your favorite root veggies that takes you back to home sweet home.

2 TICKETS

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BUTTER PECAN LATTE | SWEET HOME ON THE LAKE

A buttery smooth texture with a sweet nutty flavor.

2 TICKETS

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CARAMEL PUMPKIN MACARON | SWEET HOME ON THE LAKE

A ring of spiced Pumpkin Butter Cream filled with sweet caramel.

2 TICKETS

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PUMPKIN SPICE MINI CUPCAKE | SWEET HOME ON THE LAKE

A fluffly pumpkin cupcake with a silky cream cheese butter cream with a hint of pumpkin spice

2 TICKETS

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MORE MENU ITEMS COMING SOON!

Tag @visitsylvanlake or #visitsylvanlake for a chance to be featured!

Event FAQ

Q: Can I purchase tickets online ahead of the event?
A: Absolutely! Tickets are available for purchase online starting September 1.

Q: I've purchased my tickets online. Where do I pick them up?
A: Tickets will be available for pickup at the NexSorce Centre reception desk until XXPM on September 9.

Q: How many tickets per sample?
A: This varies and is set by the restaurants. Generally, items are 2-5 tickets each.

Q: I just can't get enough. Will food tickets be available on site?
A: You bet! Visit one of our Town of Sylvan Lake event tents and load up my friend. No judgement here! Tickets are available until 9:00 PM.

Q: I'm like SO into art. Will there be art for sale?
A: Artists totally have the option to vend! If you see something you love, just ask the artist if it's for sale.

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Walking Guide & Prizes

Collect a sticker for your passport at each restaurant you visit during CulinART! Visit every restaurant on the route to fill your walking guide and enter to win 2 tickets to the Aaron Goodvin concert on November 17!

Submit your Walking Guide:

  • By 9:30pm on September 9 to the Town of Sylvan Lake event tent at Lakeshore Drive and 50 Street
  • Or, by noon on September 12 to the NexSource Centre reception desk at 4823-49 Avenue
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MSNT, STENCIL ARTIST

Born and raised in rural Alberta, MSNT has lived in Sylvan Lake for the last 12 years. Working mainly with hand cut stencils, spray paint and acrylic paint, they began working with stencils almost 20 years ago. Drawn to print making; they liked the idea of making copies instead of just one painting. MSNT started with simple stencils and now enjoys the challenge of making realistic paintings.

See MSNT's artwork at CulinART!
ARTIST INFO

HALEY TOLLAND, 

PAINTING, DRAWING &MIXED MEDIA

21 year old Red Deer artist Haley Tolland has been drawing since age 8, and used art to cope with stress and emotions. Graduating with honors from Lindsay Thurber high school, Haley has been part of the Women's Outreach Centre's tower mural in downtown Red Deer. Her biggest inspiration are her mother and grandfather who have believed in her work and capabilities, pushing her to continue on her path of doing art. Her main art mediums include drawing in graphite and coloured pencil, and painting in acrylic and watercolour.

See Haley's artwork at CulinART!
ARTIST INFO

CARMEN THERRIAULT, PHOTOGRAPHER

Living in the Sylvan Lake area for many years, Carmen has a deep desire to share the surrounding natural beauty with others. Through her lens, she depicts the world as she perceives it in her mind's eye, finding novel ways to communicate new concepts and open people's eyes. Spending most of her time close to home at the onset of the pandemic, Carmen learned to see her own backyard with fresh eyes. Everyday views became her "canvas." Taking on a personal project of photographing nightscapes, Carmen always finds her time under the night sky calming and feels compelled to share these beautiful experiences with others, and perhaps even inspire others to step outside their comfort zone to enjoy the night!

See Carmen's artwork at CulinART!
ARTIST INFO

MARINA THOMPSON, SILVERWARE ARTIST

As a person who could never look at the world without seeing pictures and images within everyday objects, transforming antique silverware and fine China just seemed to be the natural thing to do. Where others see an everyday fork or a spoon, Marina sees an octopus or a mermaid's tail. Beginning her journey as a silverware artist in the summer of 2013, Marina is self-taught, learning through trial and error. Moving from the beautiful mountains and foothills of Alberta to the vast farmlands and pastures surrounding Sylvan Lake, Marina's art is her life. It feeds her soul and provides a comfortable living.

See Marina's artwork at CulinART!
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CARMEN WINTER

FINE ART, PAINT & COLORED PENCIL

Central Albertan artist and musician, Carmen Winter has been creating and working in and around Central Alberta for 13 years. Her current body of works entitled “Musical Hands” is a collection of realistic depictions of Sylvan Lake/Red Deer musician's hands while they play their instruments, set against a background of antique sheet music. Debuted in Red Deer in January of 2021, the collection will be showing in Saskatchewan this fall. Inspired by realism and studies of the human figure, she has expanded her skill, medium, and styles to adapt to an assortment of commissions. Carmen has worked with EPSS to create a member generated mural and “The Geishas” mural on Little Gaetz in Red Deer. Carmen’s work has appeared in Red Deer, Germany, BC, and Saskatchewan. Carmen resides in Red Deer and works as a part time music instructor at the House of Music in Sylvan Lake. She spends her spare time going on adventures with her toddler and Bernese Mountain Dog pup.
ARTIST INFO

See Carmen's artwork at CulinART!