A Sense-ational Celebration of Food & Art in Sylvan Lake

SEPTEMBER 12, 2026

LAKESHORE DRIVE

4:00PM - 10:00PM

An Event That

FEEDS EVERY SENSE

Wander through Downtown Sylvan Lake as restaurants, artists, muscians, and performers transform Lakeshore Drive into a an outdoor celebration!

Sample signature dishes, sip local beverages, meet Alberta artists, enjoy live entertainment, and experience downtown like never before for 1 night only!

TASTE

Discover exclusive tasting menus and cocktails from your favourite Sylvan Lake restaurants!

VIEW TASTING MENUS

CREATE

Meet Alberta artists, browse one-of-a-kind work in open-air galleries, and watch or participate in creativity happening live!

EXPERIENCE

Participate in unique workshops, watch roving performers, and listen to live music all within Sylvan Lake's downtown area!

FIND WORKSHOPS & ENTERTAINMENT

September 6, 2025

Discover the best of Sylvan Lake’s Art and Cuisine

Wander through interactive art installations on Lakeshore Drive, watch live performances around every corner, and eat your way through small bites prepared by some of the best restaurants in town!

Art Installations

Learn more about the emotional ride of interactive art on Lakeshore Drive with installations made to reflect Joy, Anger, Disgust, Sadness, and Fear!

Food and Art Walk | Saturday, September 7, 2024 | 4:00 – 8:30 PM

CulinART is back! Sylvan Lake's annual celebration of its rich culinary and art scene. Get a taste for the lake by trying the small bites, mini-meals, and cocktail samples from restaurants along 50 Street, Lakeshore Drive, and 46 Street. Sylvan Lake's downtown restaurants will show off their best bites and small sips for this highly-popular culinary & art walking tour experience on September 7!

Restaurant Registration | Register Your CulinART Tasting Menu

CulinART is family-friendly. Ticket sales end at 8pm on September 7

Skip the line and pre-purchase your admission wristbands and culinary tickets by September 6.

Purchase entry wristbands and culinary tickets online here and pick up at the NexSource Center before the event.

Admission Wristbands:

$5/adult
$2/junior aged 12 and under.

Food tickets: Exchange tickets for culinary offerings

$1/ticket. Tickets can be purchased individually or in bundles of 20.

During the event, tickets will be available at the event information booth on the Sylvan Lake Pier at Lakeshore Drive and 50 Street. Cash-only, ATMs available on site. Ticket sales will end at 8pm on September 7.

Walking Guides

Grab your CulinART Walking Guide with your ticket purchase! Fill up your Walking Guide with a signature from each restaurant when you try their culinary offering. Complete Walking Guides can be entered to win a great prize!

Submit complete Walking Guides to win prizes at:

Event information booth on the Pier at Lakeshore Drive and 50 Street by 8pm on September 7
NexSource Centre reception desk by noon September 10

Q: Can I purchase tickets online ahead of the event?
A: Absolutely! Tickets are available for purchase online until September 6

Q: I've purchased my tickets online. Where do I pick them up?
A: Pre-purchased entry wristbands and culinary tickets will be available for pickup at the ticket boot at the event site.

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 the Event Information booth on the Pier at Lakehsore Drive and 50 Street and load up my friend. No judgement here! Tickets sales are available until 8:00 PM on September 7.

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.

Q: Can I purchase tickets online ahead of the event?
A: Absolutely! Tickets are available for purchase online until September 6

Q: I've purchased my tickets online. Where do I pick them up?
A: Pre-purchased entry wristbands and culinary tickets will be available for pickup at the ticket boot at the event site.

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

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.

Tasting Menu

Find participating eateries and
explore their menu items

Entertainment

Live music, aerial performances, stilt walkers, and more are waiting around every corner for you. Find a map of where to catch the action!

Food and Art Walk | Saturday, September 12, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM

CulinART is back! Sylvan Lake's annual celebration of its rich culinary and art scene. Get a taste for the lake by trying the small bites, mini-meals, and cocktail samples from restaurants along 50 Street, Lakeshore Drive, and 46 Street. Sylvan Lake's restaurants will show off their best bites and small sips for this highly-popular culinary & art walking tour experience on September 12!

Admission Wristbands:

$5/adult
$2/junior aged 12 and under.

Food tickets: Exchange tickets for culinary offerings

$2/ticket. Tickets can be purchased individually or in bundles of 20.

During the event, tickets will be available at the entry booths on Lakeshore Drive at 46th Street and 49th Street. Cash or card accepted onsite.

Buy your tickets online!

Pre purchased tickets will be available on the event date at the Visit Sylvan Lake tent at 49th Street and lakeshore Drive.

Q: I've purchased my tickets online. Where do I pick them up?
A: Tickets purchased online will be available to pick up at the Visit Sylvan Lake tent at the event entrance on 49th Street.

Q: How many tickets per sample?
A: This varies and is set by the restaurants. Items are no more than 4 tickets each. Check back for tasting menus soon!

Q: I just can't get enough! Will food tickets be available on site?
A: You bet! Visit the Event Information booths at Lakeshore Drive or find a roving staff member selling tickets until 8:00pm! No judgement here!

TASTING MENUS

View a downloadable PDF

COZY KIWI CAFE

CHILI WITH CHEESE SCONE | 3 TICKETS

Lovely rich chili meat sauce accompanied with a delicious fluffy cheese scone.

RASPBERRY WHITE CHOCOLATE SCONE | 1 TICKET

Soft and fluffy raspberry and white chocolate scone, a favourite among locals!

KIWI LEMONADE | 1 TICKET

Our signature drink and must try. Sweet lemonade with a slight tang of kiwi.

ICED CARAMEL CHOCOLATE| 2 TICKET

Caramel drizzle mixes with iced chocolate in this sweet and creamy beverage, topped with whipped cream and caramel and chocolate drizzle.

THE DRIFTWOOD

C.B.R. FLATBREAD | 2 TICKETS

Juicy chicken chunks, melted cheddar and mozza cheeses, topped with bacon bits, green onion, and a drizzle of ranch. All served on golden brown flatbread.

ROOTBEER BBQ BACON BURGER | 4 TICKETS

A flame grilled beef patty smothered in melted cheddar cheese and crispy bacon. Served on a brioche bun with our house made Rootbeer BBQ sauce!

BAMBOO HUT

SWEET CHILI CHICKEN BITES | 4 TICKETS

Lightly battered chicken bites tossed in a sweet chili sauce, garnished with sesame seed, carrots, and cilantro.

GARLIC FRIED RICE | 2 TICKETS

Fragrant jasmine rice stir-fried with garlic, vegetables and eggs, garnished with fresh scallions.

SPICE JUNCTION

BUTTER CHICKEN WITH RICE | 4 TICKETS

Tender chicken simmered in a velvety tomato based gravy, enriched with butter, cream and medley of spice.

FISH PAKORA | 4 TICKETS

Marinated tender fish coated with chickpea flour and fried in butter.

CHICKEN PAKORA | 4 TICKETS

Pastries filled with tandoori chicken mix and fried.

MANGO LASSI | 3 TICKETS

A sweet, creamy, refreshing yogurt based drink made with ripe mangos, yogurt, and milk.

SANS BAKESHOP

CHEESE BUNS | 1 TICKETS

Gluten-free cheese bun. Also available with dairy-free cheese.

COOKIES | 1 TICKETS

Try one of these gluten-free flavours: Classic chocolate chip, Brookie (chocolate chip & brownie combo), salted toffee, and Nutella with Hazelnuts.

BROWNIES | 1 TICKETS

Fudgy, gluten-free, and dairy-free brownie!

MOONLAKE BREW & DINE

CRAB CAKE | 4 TICKETS

Lump crab cake served with sriracha aioli and fresh arugula.

STEAK BITES | 4 TICKETS

House Marinated ribeye served with spicy aioli.

TRUFFLE FRIES | 2 TICKETS

Crispy fries coated with truffle oil, garlic, and parmesan. Served with a garlic aioli!

GREEK SALAD | 3 TICKETS

Fresh veggies topped with feta cheese and house made red wine vinaigrette.

CHIEF'S PUB & EATERY

WAGYU DUMPLINGS | 2 TICKETS

Three dumplings filled with Wagyu beef and served with our sweet Korean sauce.

GREEN ONION CAKES | 1 TICKETS

A fluffy green onion cake in bite sized pieces, served with your choice of homemade sauces: mild Asian sesame sauce, medium sweet & sour, or hot & sour sauce.

2ND WIND BREWERY & EATERY

ZESTY GARLIC SHRIMP & CILANTRO RICE | 4 TICKETS

Cilantro lime rice with our in house special garlic

CLASSIC FRIES WITH GRAVY | 2 TICKETS

Golden fries topped with classic savoury gravy.

THE BIG MOO

SPONGE TOFFEE SUNDAE | 3 TICKETS

Homemade vanilla bean ice cream topped with whipped cream, house made sponge toffee pieces and finished with a silky butterscotch sauce!

GRACIE'S MAGICAL UNICORN SUNDAE | 3 TICKETS

House made Gracie's Unicorn Magic ice cream loaded with colourful mini marshmallows and rainbow unicorn bark. Topped with strawberry sauce, whipped cream and a sprinkle of rainbow magic.

MOLTEN BROWNIE SUNDAE | 3 TICKETS

House made molten chocolate brownie ice cream topped with rich hot fudge, brownie pieces, and a swirl of whipped cream. Pure chocolatey goodness!

THE RUSTY KAGE

BACON WRAPPED SHOT GUN SHELL | 3 TICKETS

Cannoli pasta stuffed with brisket and cream cheese, wrapped in bacon and smoked to perfection!

THE ANCHOR KITCHEN & BAR

CHICKEN PESTO SLIDER | 3 TICKETS

House made focaccia, grilled chicken, dressed arugula, pistachio pesto and Sylvan Star gouda cheese.

LAKESHORE CAFE

BANANA BISCOFF PUDDING | 3 TICKETS

Creamy banana pudding layered with sweet bananas and crunchy Biscoff cookies, topped with irresistible Biscoff crumbs.

MOUSSE CAKE | 3 TICKETS

Rich and velvety chocolate mousse layered over a moist chocolate cake, finished with a smooth, decadent chocolate topping.

COCONUT COFFEE | 2 TICKETS

Smooth, creamy coffee blended with sweet coconut for a tropical twist on your everyday favourite!

COCONUT DREAM DIRTY SODA| 2 TICKETS

A refreshing creamy soda with tropical coconut flavour and a dreamy twist - sweet, fizzy, and oh-so-refreshing!

WHITE FROG CAFE

TIRAMISU CLOUD 6oz | 2 TICKETS

A dreamy coffee treat inspired by classic tiramisu. A rich expresso, creamy vanilla, a hint of chocolate, and a fluffy cloud of sweet cream, finished with a dusting of cocoa.

CAMPFIRE MOCHA 6oz | 2 TICKETS

A cozy campfire inspired mocha made with rich espresso, smooth chocolate, and creamy toasted marshmallow flavour. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate.

SUNSET AFFOGATO | 2 TICKETS

A delicious scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream drowned in a shot of rich espresso, topped with a drizzle of sweet orange syrup. A light garnishing of orange zest to finish it off!

SUN OF A BEACH

LEMON BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE | 4 TICKETS

Creamy, in-house baked lemon cheesecake finished with blueberry compote, fresh fruit, lemon & mint.

BITE SIZED BRUSCHETTA | 4 TICKETS

tomato, pearl onion, bell pepper, parsley, parmigiano reggiano, balsamic glaze, chimichurri, over warm focaccia.

GRANDMA PHAN'S PORK SPRING ROLLS | 4 TICKETS

2 spring rolls stuffed with seasoned pork, vermicelli, taro, carrot & onion.

SPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS | 4 TICKETS

Scratch-made meatballs, spaghetti, tomato, rosé, chili, basil.

HAZZARD COUNTY

BEER BATTERED FISH | 2 TICKETS

Sample-sized beer battered cod served with tartar sauce.

MINI POUTINE | 2 TICKETS

Taster-sized poutine with house cut fries and savoury gravy.

SMOKED BABY BACK RIBS | 3 TICKETS

In-house smoked baby back ribs smothered in BBQ sauce.

SMOKED MEAT SLIDERS | 3 TICKETS

In-house smoked pulled pork or brisket sliders.

HAPPY HOUR MENUS

Explore businesses with happy hour specials to keep the fun times going!

Please note food tickets can NOT be exchanged for alcohol, beverages must be purchased separately.

THE DRIFTWOOD

DOUBLE LONG ISLAND | $9

Citrusy and sweet, the perfect balance!

HAZZARD COUNTY

$2.00 off Specialty Summer Cocktails

SUN OF A BEACH

DARK CHOCOLATE ESPRESSO MARTINI | $6

Sophisticated & slightly sweet classic espresso martini with a dark chocolate twist.

PINA COLADA | $6

Summer isn't over yet with this creamy cocktail!

PINEAPPLE MANGO MARGARITA | $6

Try a tropical twist on a delicious margarita!

CHIEF'S PUB & EATERY

YOU BET COOLER | $5

Try new coolers in fun new flavours for a refreshing beverage on the patio!

SIP & SODA | $5

Refreshing light flavoured vodka and soda

2ND WIND BREWERY & EATERY

MANGO MALIBU | $8.99

House made lake side mango beer with a shot of Malibu Rum!

MITCHALADA | $8.99

In house lager with tobasco, lime juice and clamato.

THE RUSTY KAGE

SMOKE PEACH MAPLE OLD FASHION | $7

1oz Wisers Whiskey, a dash of bitters, maple syrup and peach nectar, topped with a smoked grilled peach.

THE ANCHOR KITCHEN & BAR

ROSE APEROL SPRITZ | $10

Rose wine, Aperol, Super Citrus, soda water, garnished with an orange slice.

PEACH PUCKER SOUR | $10

Grapefruit Gin, Peach Liqueur, Super Citrus, Peach Puree & egg whites.

MAIN STAGE ENTERTAINMENT

4:15 PM - 4:45 PM

INDIGO CIRCUS LIVE BUBBLE SHOW

5:00 PM - 5:45 PM

AINSLEY ELISA

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

KAYLA WILLIAMS

7:30 PM & 8:30 PM

SONIA DELEO & THE NEW DADS

EXPERIENCES

BLOCK PRINTING POP-UP

At The Anchor Kitchen & Bar

4:00pm - 8:00pm

FREE

The Anchor Kitchen & Bar

5220 Lakeshore Drive

Head to the Anchor Kitchen & Bar for Hands on Creative's Block Printing Pop-up!

Free to print
Limited quantities of tote bags available, or bring your own bag, shirt or fabric to print on!

MATCHA SOCIAL

At Next of Kiln with Matcha n' Mochi

10:00am - 12:00pm

1:00pm - 3:00pm

SOLD OUT

Next of Kiln Studio

5100 Lakeshore Drive #2, Sylvan Lake

Each ticket includes:

A ceramic matcha bowl to paint and keep
All painting supplies, glazing and kiln firing
A handcrafted matcha from Matcha n’ Mochi
A live matcha experience covering how matcha is grown and prepared, how to recognize quality matcha, and tips for making it at home

THEATRE TRAIL

By Sylvan Lake Theatre

Sept 12, 13, 19, & 20

4 Shows Daily

BUY TICKETS NOW

5020 48 Street, Sylvan Lake

Experience Sylvan Lake like never before! This immersive theatre event takes place downtown where storytellers lead the audience on the ‘trail’ to each surprise performance location, sharing stories along the way. The journey around downtown lasts approximately 2 hours and showcases comedies, dramas, entertaining stories, and amusing history about the town.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Turn movie night into a lake getaway!

ACCOMMODATIONS

PARKING

DINING

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