Festivals
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Reflections of Nature
October 23-24, 2010
Western Canada’s largest wildlife art show andcompetition, featuring displays, auctions, commercial booths, workshops and demonstrations.
Location: Saskatoon Prairieland Park, 503 Ruth Street West
www.saskwildlifeart.com
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"Spirit of our Nations" FSIN SIGA Pow Wow
October 29 - 31, 2010
The FSIN SIGA “Spirit of our Nations” Pow Wow is one of the largest First Nations celebrations in Western Canada.
Location: Credit Union Centre, 3515 Thatcher Avenue
Ph: (306) 665-1215
www.fsin.com
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To view 2010 poster CLICK HERE |
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The Enchanted Forest
November 19, 2010-January 9, 2011
A spectacular forest drive-through Christmas light show featuring illuminated evergreens and computer animated character light displays on a 2.5km route.
5:30pm-11:00pm nightly
$6.00 per person, $20.00 per car, 3 and under free.
Location: Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park, 1903 Forestry Farm Park Drive
www.enchanted-forest.org
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Saskatoon City Hospital Festival of Trees
November 21-27, 2010
Over 100 wonderful displays of Christmas trees, wreaths, designer stockings, gingerbread houses and many other exiting items for sale. Special events each day. Proceeds towards medical equipment needed at Saskatoon City Hospital.
9:00am-9:00pm daily
Adults $8.50, Seniors $7.50, Students $5.75, Children (6-12) $2.00, preschool free
Location: Western Development Museum, 2610 Lorne Avenue
Ph: (306) 257-3883
www.festival-of-trees.com
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WinterShines Saskatoon
January 23-February 7, 2010
Celebrate Saskatoon’s cool culture at WinterShines! WinterShines features an ice and snow carving festival and parade of snow homes. Other events include kiteboarding, cultural performances,
cross country skiing and ice skating.
Location: Various in Saskatoon
Ph:(306) 384-6044
www.wintershines.ca
Click here to view schedule at a glance
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Vesna Festival
May 7-8, 2010
Vesna is one of Canada’s largest and longest running Ukrainian cultural festivals. Join us for a celebration of spring, Ukrainian style.
6:00pm-1:00am both days
Tickets: May 7 $21.00, May 8 $26.00
Location: TCU Place, 35-22nd Street East
Ph: Information (306) 242-9052
Ph: Tickets (306) 975-7777
www.vesnafestival.com
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FLICKS: Saskatchewan International Youth
Film Festival
May 12-15, 2010
This year’s Festival focusses on our 15th ANNIVERSARY and offers films everyone can enjoy! Highlights include the ZOOM IN! Competition and Canadian and International Short Films, Documentaries and Feature-Length Films.
Adult $5.00, Student $3.00
Location: Broadway Theatre, 715 Broadway Avenue
Ph: (306) 956-3456
www.flicksfilmfest.org
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To view 2010 poster CLICK HERE |
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Saskatchewan Children's Festival
June 8-12, 2010
Featuring performances from Scotland, Vietnam, Brazil, the UK and Canada, and highlighting themes of literacy, environmental stewardship, self-esteem and cultural diversity! Puppetry, dance, theatre, storytelling, circus arts, music and activities galore!
Location: Kiwanis Memorial Park
Ph: (306) 664-3378
www.saskatchewanchildrensfestival.ca
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To view 2010 poster CLICK HERE
To view 2010 program CLICK HERE
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Waterfront Craft Art Festival
June 12, 2010
Waterfront's new home on Spadina Crescent East at River Landing is the perfect location for this art and craft festival featuring 80 of the finest artists in the province and beyond.
10:00am-5:00pm
Location: River Landing on Spadina Cr East, between 2nd and 3rd Avenues
Ph: (306) 653-3616
www.saskcraftcouncil.org
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To view poster CLICK HERE |
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SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival
June 25 - July 4, 2010
Tune in to a diverse world of music at Saskatchewan’s premier cultural event. Affordable fun for all ages. This years' festival is hotter than ever featuring The Roots, Ricky Skaggs, Chick Corea, Los Lobos, Downchild Blues Band, Roy Hargrove and Joshua Redman.
Location: Downtown Saskatoon
Ph: (306) 652-1421
www.saskjazz.com
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To view 2010 poster CLICK HERE
To view 2010 program CLICK HERE
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Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan
July 7-August 22, 2010
Saskatoon’s finest actors performing Shakespeare’s greatest works in a tent featuring The Merry Wives of Windsor and The Merchant of Venice.
Location: Tents along the South Saskatchewan River (by Mendel Art Gallery)
Ph: (306) 653-2300
www.shakespeareonthesaskatchewan.com
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To view 2010 poster CLICK HERE
To view 2010 program CLICK HERE
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Pion Era
July 10-11, 2010
Tap your toes to old-time fiddlers, join in the sing-a-long in the church and admire the square and round dancers as they perform, see threshing demonstrations and the awesome Parade of Power. Participate in activities from a pioneer home: ice-cream making, butter churning, spool knitting, rug hooking and more.
9:00am-5:00pm both days
Location: Western Development Museum, 2610 Lorne Avenue
Ph: (306) 931-1910
www.wdm.ca
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To view 2010 poster CLICK HERE
To view 2010 brochure CLICK HERE
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Back to Batoche Days
July 18-25, 2010
Back to Batoche Days is the Métis Nation ‐ Saskatchewan's commemoration of their culture, traditions and heritage. It is the time and the place when and where the Métis memorialize and pay homage to national heroes such as Louis Riel, Gabriel Dumont, and many others. It’s a time to celebrate who the Métis are as a Nation today and for future generations.
Location: Back to Batoche Grounds, Batoche SK
www.backtobatoche.ca
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To view 2010 brochure CLICK HERE
To view 2010 poster CLICK HERE
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A Taste of Saskatchewan
presented by Conexus Credit Union
July 20-25, 2010
Saskatoon’s annual ‘flavorite event’ and premiere festival featuring 30 of Saskatoon’s finest restaurants serving their house favorites. The festival also features over 55 Saskatchewan performers.
Location: Kiwanis Memorial Park
Ph: (306) 975-3175
www.tasteofsaskatchewan.ca
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To view 2010 menu and entertainment schedule
CLICK HERE
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NASCAR Canadian Tire Series
August 4, 2010
The inaugural NASCAR event, the Velocity Prairie Thunder, presented by Bayer CropScience was a SOLD OUT exciting event. Don't miss this year's event! Order your tickets today for the 250 laps, on the edge of your seat action.
Location: Auto Clearing Motor Speedway
Ph: (306) 651-3278
www.autoclearingmotorspeedway.ca
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To download 2010 ticket order form CLICK HERE
To view information about the Family Tailgate Party
CLICK HERE
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Saskatoon Fringe Theatre Festival
July 29 - August 7, 2010
The Saskatoon Fringe Theatre Festival is a ten days thrill ride through incredible and amazing theatre around the world.
Location: Broadway Area
Ph: (306) 664-2239
www.25thstreettheatre.org
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Saskatoon Exhibition
August 10-15, 2010
Saskatchewan's largest annual event - midway, grandstand, free entertainment, kidsville, chuckwagon races, trade show and much more!
August 10 - 3:00pm - 12:00am
August 11 to 15 - 12:00pm-12:00am
General Admission: $13.00
Youth (11-15 years): $9.00
10 & under, accompanied by an adult: FREE
Children 10 & under, unaccompanied: $6.00
Location: Saskatoon Prairieland Park, 503 Ruth Street West
Ph: (306) 931-7149
www.saskatoonex.com
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To view Chuckwagon Racing poster CLICK HERE
To view Saskatoon Exhibition poster CLICK HERE
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Saskatoon Reggae and World Music Festival
August 12-14, 2010
A fun filled family 3 day cultural celebration of reggae and world music, aimed at showcasing local, national and international artists and performers.
Location: River Landing Amphitheatre, Lydia's Pub and Rotary Park
Ph: (306) 373-1385
www.saskatoonreggaefestival.com
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John Arcand Fiddle Fest
August 12-15, 2010
A 4 day multi cultural music festival with workshops, artist presentations and showcases, old time dances and competitions. Free un-serviced camping and on site concessions.
August 12-14: 9:00am, August 15: 7:00am (pancake breakfast)
Daily: $20.00, Weekend $50.00, Children 12 and under free
Location: 7 km South of Saskatoon on Highway 60
Ph: (306) 382-0111
www.johnarcandfiddlefest.com
Click here to view 2010 poster
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Folkfest
August 19-21, 2010
Annual 3 day cultural festival showcasing incredible entertainment, delicious cuisine and wonderful displays, exhibits and demonstrations.
$14.00 per person, 12 and under free.
August 19-20: 5:00pm - 12:00am, August 21: 3:00pm - 12:00am
Location: Various in Saskatoon
Ph: (306) 931-0100
www.saskatoonfolkfest.ca
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To view 2010 Folkfest brochure CLICK HERE
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Rock 102 Cruise Weekend
August 20-22, 2010
Rock 102’s show and shine takes place Sunday in downtown Saskatoon featuring hundreds of classic cars.
Location: Downtown Saskatoon
Ph: (306) 934-2222
www.rock102rocks.com
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Ukrainian Day in the Park
August 28, 2010
Saskatchewan’s outdoor Ukrainian public festival featuring Ukrainian dancing, music, food, beer garden, cultural displays and children’s activities. Free admission.
11:00am-9:00pm
Location: Kiwanis Memorial Park
Ph: (306) 374-7675
www.ucc.sk.ca/branches/saskatoonBr/udip.htm
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PotashCorp Fireworks Festival
September 3 - 4, 2010
Celebrate the end of summer with two unique and different fireworks shows orchestrated to music. Entertainment, games, food and fun on the riverbank on Labour Day weekend.
Location: Rotary Park and River Landing
Ph: (306) 652-1479
www.potashcorpfireworksfestival.ca
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To view Sept 1 Media Release announcing 'new' launch site
CLICK HERE
To view Media Release announcing the new title sponsor CLICK HERE
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