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PLAN YOUR WEEKEND
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This Weekend at a Glance
Friday, Aug 21 — Century Mile racing (AQHA Racing Challenge Championship, Princess Margaret Stakes, Canadian Juvenile Stakes), post 6:15 PM.
Saturday, Aug 22 — The big one: 97th Canadian Derby at Century Mile, plus the Alberta Field Lacrosse Capital City Classic kicks off at William F Lede Park (8 AM-5 PM), the Kidsport Equipment Sale at Alexander Arena (10 AM-3 PM), and Beaumont's Secure Your Licence Plate event at Home Hardware (10 AM-noon).
Sunday, Aug 23 — Lacrosse Classic wraps up at William F Lede Park, and ESO Outdoors plays Four Seasons Park in Beaumont, 2-4 PM, pay what you can.
In Leduc
97th Canadian Derby — Century Mile Racetrack, Nisku, Saturday, Aug 22. Post times TBD day-of; expect a full card including the Princess Margaret Stakes and Canadian Juvenile Stakes on Friday and the Northlands Park Distaff on derby day itself. cnty.com/centurymile/calendar
Alberta Field Lacrosse Capital City Classic — William F Lede Park (4524 47 Ave), Sat-Sun, Aug 22-23, 8 AM-5 PM. New this year. leduc.ca
Kidsport Equipment Sale — Alexander Arena (4919 47 Ave), Sat, Aug 22, 10 AM-3 PM. Affordable used sports gear. leduc.ca
Leduc Farmers Market — Leduc Recreation Centre (4330 Black Gold Dr), Thu & Sat through Sept 26, 10 AM-1:30 PM. leducfarmersmarket.ca
In Beaumont
Secure Your Licence Plate — Beaumont Home Hardware (5700 50 St), Sat, Aug 22, 10 AM-noon. Beaumont RCMP and Citizens on Patrol help residents guard against licence plate theft with anti-theft screws. beaumont.ab.ca
ESO Outdoors — Four Seasons Park, Sun, Aug 23, 2-4 PM. Edmonton Symphony Orchestra members perform outdoors, pay what you can. beaumont.ab.ca
In Devon
Summer Shack — Pipeline Park, Fri, Aug 21, 10 AM-2 PM. Free drop-in for kids 5 and up; second-last session of the summer (last one is Aug 25 at Centennial Park). devon.ca
Devon Community Pool and Voyageur Park River Trail remain open for the weekend (paid parking Fri/Sat/Sun, 6 AM-11 PM, through Sept 30; residents can register their plate free).
Sports & Entertainment
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Edmonton Elks Vs Blue Bombers - Friday Aug 21 → Secure your tickets
Monster Jam - Saturday August 29 → Secure your Tickets
Edmonton Oilers Home Opener - September 29 → Secure your tickets
Want to take a trip?
Events in Calgary → See the list here
Events in Vancouver → See the list here
Events in Toronto → See the list here
BOOTS & HEARTS WEST
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AUG 28 & 29, 2026 | FAN PARK @ ICE DISTRICT | EDMONTON, ALBERTA
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Get ready for the ultimate country music experience as Boots and Hearts West comes to the Fan Park @ ICE District in Edmonton, Alberta, on August 28 and 29, 2026. This inaugural festival features an incredible lineup headlined by top artists like Shaboozey, Russell Dickerson, Midland, and Max McNown. Whether you grab a General Admission pass or upgrade to a VIP package for exclusive viewing decks, private washrooms, and expedited entry, it’s shaping up to be an unforgettable weekend of live music.
A Final Note
Closures & Changes
Before you head out this weekend:
Leduc: Black Gold Drive's alternating lane closures continue between 48A Street and 48 Street for pressure-reducing valve work, through end of September. At times there's no access to 48/48A Street.
Devon: Voyageur Park paid parking is in effect this weekend, 6 AM-11 PM. Devon residents can register their plate online to park free.
Devon: Michigan Street remains listed as closed for stormwater main work (notice issued Jul 7); no reopening notice found as of this check, worth confirming directly if it's on your route.
Regional: The blue-green algae advisory at Pigeon Lake, issued Jul 20, is still active as of this week. Avoid visible blooms and keep pets out of the water if you're headed that way.
Mark Your Calendar
Aug 24 — Public hearing, Bylaw 1256-2026 Robinson Area Structure Plan, 5:30 PM, Leduc Civic Centre.
Aug 26 — Modern Square Dance Try It! Event, Telford House; Movies at the Mile, Century Mile.
Aug 27 — First day of school, Black Gold School Division.
Sept 2 — Second public engagement session for the proposed Kinsmen Park youth centre.
Sept 3 — READ with the RCMP, Leduc Public Library.
Until next time,
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