Festivals & events

There are a variety of festivals and events in Airdrie that take place throughout the year, showcasing arts, culture, heritage, recreation and sport. For more information on what's happening in and around Airdrie, check out the links below.

Alberta Day

This September, Alberta is 117 years old and you are invited to the first official Alberta Day celebrations! Come to Nose Creek Valley Museum on September 3 from 8:30 AM to 3 PM for free activities including all-day museum access, a pancake breakfast, live music, historic storytelling, elder teachings and children's activities.

Learn more

airdrieFEST

airdrieFEST celebrates all that's Airdrie! airdrieFEST is planned for September 10, 2022.  

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Join us on Friday, September 30 as we commemorate National Day for Truth and Reconciliation from 10 am - 4 pm in Nose Creek Park in Airdrie.

A day to honor Survivors, their families, and communities and to ensure that the public commemoration of the history and legacy of residential schools remains a vital component of the reconciliation process. This free, public event is made possible through a collaboration of Elders, Circle Connections for Reconciliation Society and the City of Airdrie. It is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the City of Airdrie.

Check back here for more information as it becomes available.

The Homecoming Festival

October 1, 2022 - A Fall celebration and a thank you to the first responders and the local businesses that supported our community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Remembrance Day Ceremony

November 11, 2022 - More information will be shared closer to the event date.

Airdrie Festival of Lights

The Airdrie Festival of Lights glows nightly from Dec. 1 - 31 from 6 to 9 p.m. in Nose Creek Park.

View the Festival of Lights map here.

Santa Claus Parade

The Santa Claus Parade is hosted by the Airdrie Parades organization.  Please follow them on Facebook or their website for updated information on this year's event.

New Year's Eve Fireworks

The New Year's Eve fireworks are currently under review.  To stay up-to-date on information pertaining to the New Years Eve Fireworks, follow us on Facebook.

National Indigenous People's Day

June 21, 2023 at Nose Creek Park.  

Canada Day Parade and Fireworks

Canada Day parade information can be found at www.airdrieparades.com

Canada Day fireworks information can be found here.

Airdrie Pro Rodeo

The Airdrie Pro Rodeo is one of the largest rodeos in Canada, and is the longest standing athletic event in Airdrie. Visit www.airdrieprorodeo.com for updates on future events.