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Business, group or organization participation in events

Are you a business, community group or organization interested in getting involved with the City's festivals and community events? We would love to have you! A community approach to building events with our residents increases inclusion and diversity. It also builds strong, vibrant and resilient communities!

Ways to get involved

Events	Opportunities
Canada Day annually July 1	Enter a float into the parade through Airdrie Parades. Put your downtown business on the Canada Day Downtown map. Whether you’re open, hosting an activity or store promotion.
airdrieFEST annually in September	Host a street activity (entertainers, musicians, performers and more). Purchase a booth to showcase your business, group or organization. Booth spaces can be purchased each May through airdrieFEST.ca.
Santa Claus Parade annually in December	Enter a float into the parade through Airdrie Parades.

How to participate

You are only three steps away from participating in these events!

Submit an application

Event and activity submissions: event participation form
Parade float participation: visit Airdrie Parades
airdrieFEST vendor booths: visit airdrieFEST.ca

Application review

Your form will be reviewed within two weeks.

Application confirmation

Keep an eye out for an email with participation information and next steps.

Benefits of participating

Getting involved in community events and initiatives offers a range of benefits that can positively impact your brand, visibility, and engagement. Here are just a few ways participation adds value:

Connect with the local community through networking and relationship-building.
Boost brand awareness through promotion.
Drive growth in memberships, sales, or registrations.
Reach large audiences quickly .
Enhance public image through community participation.

Interactive activity ideas

Events thrive on interaction. Add an activity to the event program and contribute in either a hands-on or behind-the-scenes capacity. Need ideas for engaging, low-cost or free activities? Consider hosting:

Workshops
DIY projects
Scavenger hunts
Contests
Demonstrations
Stations (food, crafts, games, etc.)

Activities must be low-cost or free to participate for the public and are dependant on your cost and time.