Rumble Alberta

ALBERTA-WIDE DRIVING ROUTES

Explore across Alberta this summer on two wheels of four! Find driving routes mapped out over 400 Alberta communities hitting everything from tiny towns to big cities to explore the best food, museums, attractions, and more. Get your event pass to grab a swag bag and take part in themed Challenges like Murals and Art, Alberta’s BIG Icons, or the province’s best East Coast-inspired spots. Rumble Alberta invites all rubber tire tourism to hit the road and discover what our home province has to offer. For more info visit rumblealberta.com. Sylvan Lake routes below!

AB North Central Route 6: Red Deer – Sylvan Lake – Blackfalds – Lacombe – Bentley – Bluffton – Winfield – Pigeon Lake – Wetaskiwin

AB North Central Route 7: Wetaskiwin – Millet – Pipestone – Buck Creek – Drayton Valley – Brazeau Dam – Rocky Mountain House – Bentley – Lacombe – Sylvan Lake – Red Deer

JUNE weekend fun

June is all about the fresh start to summer. School's out, the days are long, and everything is greening up! No matter when you visit in June, there's plenty of must-do's for your trip to Sylvan Lake.

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JULY weekend fun

Bounce back and forth from the beach, filling up your weekend with perfect summer adventures. Tee off at four golf courses in the area, paddle along the shoreline, and spend evenings on the patio. Laugh together around the campfire. Sun seekers will love boating on the lake, racing go-karts, and wandering the boutiques downtown. Sylvan Lake was made for summer weekends.

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AUGUST weekend fun

The last of those long, lazy summer days are meant to be enjoyed! Wrap up your summer drinking in every last ounce of sunshine and fun. Be sure to squeeze in every August adventure you can.

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Events

Pack your bags for full weekend fun at events in Sylvan Lake throughout the year!

ACT UP

THURSDAYS 6:00PM - 9:00PM| OCT. 5, 12, 19, 26 and Nov. 2, 26.

The Sylvan lake Theatre Society presents ACT UP! An actor's fundamentals lab. Learn improv, monologues, and scene work to develop a personal connection with your scene partners. Come alive on camera with Glen Gaston, professional film director, actor, and on-set coach. Ages 16+. Pre-registration required.

WINTER VILLAGE

NIGHTFALL | DECEMBER - FEBUARY 19 | LAKESHORE DR. & 50 STREET

The Winter Village takes over the Sylvan Lake Pier nightly throughout the winter with over 300,000 glittering, twinkling, and dancing lights! A magical escape under the lights, check out the Christmas tree parade, weekend bonfire nights, and lit lake skating rinks in this winter paradise

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TWINKLE TOURS

SELF-GUIDED | DECEMBER 15 - JANUARY 15

Get in the holiday spirit by driving around town and checking out the best holiday light displays in Sylvan Lake! Grab a hot cocoa, crank the holiday tunes, and use the Twinkle Tour map as your guide. Light displays are self-submitted by residents and businesses.

Twinkle Tour Map Route: sylvanlake.ca/twinkletourlocations

February

Family Skate and Sled PartyDetails & Schedule >

Winterfest x The BIG JIGDetails and Schedule >

2022 Oval Ice Racing Series (Finals!)Details & Schedule >

fOOD TRUCK THURSDAYS

EVERY THURSDAY | MAY 26 - SEPTEMBER 1

Food Truck Thursdays are a beloved local event! Each week a new batch of food trucks roll into town to serve up delicious goodies from their windows. Come out and try everything from cultural dishes to sweet treats to familiar favorites. Take it with you, as you browse local shops around the downtown streets.50A Street and Lakeshore Drive from 11am - 7pm

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SYLVAN LAKE fARMER's MARKET

EVERY FRIDAY | MAY 17 - SEPTEMBER 27

Every summer weekend in Sylvan Lake starts with a trip to the Farmer's Market. Pick up fresh produce, treats, and beverages for evenings spent around the bonfire, check out artisan made local crafts and cabin decor, and kickoff your weekend! For more info visit sylvanlakefarmersmarket.ca

Lakefront Park (Lakeshore Dr. & 51 St.) 4pm - 7:30pm

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SYLVAN LAKE CRUISE NIGHTS

EVERY FRIDAY | MAY 10 - OCTOBER 25

Stop by Sylvan lake Cruise Nights for a spectacular show n' shine every Friday night! Hot rods, classics, and so much more. Auto enthusiasts will love checking out the ever-changing lineup and meeting other car enthusiasts.

Railway Parking Lot at 49 Avenue and 50 Street | Fridays from 6-9pm

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COBB'S NIGHT MARKET

EVERY FRIDAY | NOVEMBER 18- DECEMBER 16 | 5PM - 8PM

Cobbs Clothing invites you to a weekly Christmas Night Market throughout the holiday season! Each week will feature a different variety of local vendors selling cash and carry holiday gift items. A great way to support local while enjoying a nice evening out!

May

Viewpoint Lounge Mother's Day BrunchDetails & Schedule >

Collector Car and Automobilia AuctionDetails & Schedule >

January

New Year's Day FireworksDetails & Schedule >

Event Cancellation: Big Jig Fishing Derby Details & Schedule >

Event Cancellation: Polar Dip Details & Schedule >

Event Cancellation: Big Jig Fishing Derby Details & Schedule >

2024 Dream Board Night Details & Schedule >

Comedy Night LiveDetails & Schedule >

Family Skating & Sledding PartyDetails & Schedule >

BIG JIG Ice Fishing DerbyDetails and Schedule >

Board Game Night - Cobbs Clothing Social ClubDetails & Schedule >

February

100 Women Who Care Sylvan Lake & Area MeetingDetails & Schedule >

Ice Dragon Boat Festival Details and Schedule >

52 PICK-UP - Dinner TheatreDetails & Schedule >

Ice Dragon Boat Festival Details and Schedule >

52 PICK-UP -Brunch TheatreDetails & Schedule >

Ice Dragon Boat Festival Details and Schedule >

WinterFest X THE BIG JIGDetails and Schedule >

Winterfest x The BIG JIGDetails and Schedule >

2022 Oval Ice Racing Series (Finals!)Details & Schedule >

March

The Meltdown featuring Holi!Details and Schedule >

April

Sylvan Lake Home Town Trade ShowDetails & Schedule >

Earth DayDetails & Schedule >

May

June

1913 DaysDetails & Schedule >

National Indigenous Peoples DayDetails & Schedule >

1913 DaysDetails and Schedule >

National Indigenous Peoples DayDetails and Schedule >

Draganthem 2023Details & Schedule >

July

Canada Day FireworksDetails & Schedule >

Canada Day FestivitiesDetails & Schedule >

August

JAWS at the LakeDetails and Schedule >

JAWS at the LakeDetails & Schedule >

Neighbour DayDetails & Schedule >

Alberta DayDetails & Schedule >

JAWS at the LakeDetails & Schedule >

Summer Send-OffDetails & Schedule >

CulinART!Details & Schedule >

September

CulinARTDetails and Schedule >

CulinARTDetails & Schedule >

CulinART!Details & Schedule >

Flannel & FeastDetails and Schedule >

Flannel & Feast Details & Schedule >

Orange Shirt DayDetails & Schedule >

October

Witches PaddleDetails & Schedule >

Creepin' It Reel Details & Schedule >

Pumpkins and Potions PartyDetails & Schedule >

Haunted HouseDetails & Schedule >

Downtown Trick-or-TreatDetails & Schedule >

Haunted HouseDetails & Schedule >

November

Pumpkin TrailDetails & Schedule >

November Youth Axe LeagueDetails & Schedule >

Social/Novice Adult Axe LeagueDetails and Schedule >

Comedy Night LIVEDetails & Schedule >

November

Bull Riders Canada FinalsDetails and Schedule >

Comedy Night LiveDetails & Schedule >

Tis the Season MarketDetails & Schedule >

Light Up the LakeDetails and Schedule >

December

Winter Wonderland Sip & ShopDetails & Schedule >

Light Up the LakeDetails and Schedule >

Light Up the LakeDetails & Schedule >

Light Up the LakeDetails and Schedule >

Light Up The LakeDetails & Schedule >

All events are subject to evolving COVID-19 Provincial public health recommendations and regulations. Updates on Town of Sylvan Lake events, including event cancellations or changes to an event, will be posted to this page at visitsylvanlake.ca/events.