VISITING THE PEMBINA?
Welcome to our community. We hope your stay will be an enjoyable experience. The area is a natural gem that we are very proud of. We invite you to explore and enjoy and at the same time please be good stewards & respect the area.
THINGS TO DO
*May - October - The Evansburg Farmer's Market opens on Main Street. The market is OPEN Saturdays from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Vendors please call Al at 780-727-6526
*Stop in at the Historical Society’s Tipple Park, the site of the original coal mine’s tipple. (Closed For Season)
*Enjoy our trail system running from the park to and thru both Entwistle and Evansburg. Click Here to download a map
*Enjoy the Pembina River on a tube from Pembina River Tubing Co. up the Entwistle hill. (Open May Long Weekend)
*The Pembina River Golf Club overlooks Evansburg just north of the Lobstick River. (Closed For Season)
*Shop Entwistle and Evansburg’s for delectable eats, unique shops, and down home hospitality.
*Wildwood is a short jog west and is home to the Wildwood Gallery, a pottery barn, and the bird sanctuary at Chip Lake.
*On a short drive north you can find the Paddle River Dam, and drive on to CN’s picturesque Rochfort Bridge. Take in the Trading Post there.
* Mayerthorpe’s Fallen Four Memorial is a must see. Also take in the elevator museum and gallery.
*Scamper to the east for Gainford’s antiques
* Just a bit further to Seba Beach for a lively game of mini golf @ Trickle Creek. (Closed For Season)
Other 2013 Events:
| January 12 |
Park Court Ukrainian New Year’s Celebration - The best food, lots of great music and dancing—and best of all old friends. Contact Joan @ 780-727-2138. |
| January 26 |
PMHA’S Funny Money Casino and Dance - Legion Hall - Expect a night of great fun, and a fundraiser for minor hockey. Contact Dale 780-514-5152. |
| February 2 |
Chip Lake Ice Race - This is a must see event, as competitors from all over Alberta race motorbikes, and quads on sheer ice. This is a sanctioned event. There is a fishing derby planned as well. Chip Lake is located west of Wildwood. This event is dependent on condition of ice. Phone Dennis @ 780-325-2442. |
| February 18 |
Family Day Celebrations - Join the fun for the entire family at the Evansburg Arena. There is a pancake breakfast and entertainment for the whole family. Phone the Arena @ 780-727-4340. |
| March 21 & 22 |
Goodtimers’ Hockey Draft - Lace up the skates and join in this senior hockey weekend. The draft is held on Friday night, and games run through the weekend. Phone Fred @ 780-727-4209. |
| April 10, 11 & 12 |
Grand Trunk Entertainment Tonight Variety Show - Our high school students put their talents up on stage in a show to thrill every age. Enjoy dance, singing, and skits that’ll have you rolling in the aisles. Phone Chantal @ 780-727-3925. |
| April 21 |
Earth Day Exposition - Enjoy a day of entertainment and enlightenment, as PARS hosts an expo featuring crafters and food vendors, as well as displays and speakers with the purpose of taking better care of our earth. Contact Janice @ 780-727-4340. |
| April 27 |
Grouch’s Ball - Our Evansview Elementary Parents Advisory Council hosts a dressy affair at the Legion Hall. The event has a live and silent auction to raise money for the elementary school. It’s a great supper followed by a live band. Phone Tove @ 780-727-2674 |
| May 11 |
Farmers Market - The Evansburg Farmers Market opens on Main Street until October. The market is open Saturdays from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 pm. Vendors call Al @ 780-727-3526. |
| May 31 & June 1 |
Wildwood Bronc Bustin - Wildwood hosts this sanctioned event that brings together the best saddleback riders. The stakes are high, and the fun lasts and lasts. Enjoy the stage show on Saturday night. Phone Rod @ 780-325-2528. |
| June 7, 8, & 9 |
Rangeton Folk Festival - Rangeton Park is a hidden gem located north of Evansburg on the Pembina River. Enjoy a weekend full of music with performers ranging from country to folk to blues to rock. Call Wendy @780-786-4824. |
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June 29 & 30 |
Entwistle Rodeo - A Full Event Amateur Rodeo that cannot be matched for jun and excitement. Be sure to get tickets for both days as you will want more of the action! The rodeo grounds are South Entwistle. Phone Cindy Miller @ 325-2451. |
| July 1 |
Canada Day Celebrations - Entwistle hosts Friday evening Fireworks, Saturday Parade at Noon, and a variety of games and events to celebrate Canada's Birthday. Call Trina @ 780-727-2528. |
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July 12 & 13 |
Pembina River Nights - Enjoy a weekend of great folk music in the setting of the lovely Rangeton Park. Top notch entertainment—you’ll be surprised just how good. Hurry in early for a camping spot. Call Calvin @ 780-325-2189. |
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July 12 & 13 |
Chip Lake Music Festival - The scenic Chip Lake near Wildwood is the background setting for the Chip Lake Music Festival. Chip Lake has a nice camping area, and is a wonderful spot to get back to nature. Call Elmer @ 780-727-211. |
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August 9, 10 & 11 |
Pembina Valley Daze - Join the village of Evansburg in their celebration. Friday night starts off with a car rally and steak barbeque at the Legion. Saturday morning has a pancake breakfast, parade (11 am), farmers market, kids’ zone, and more. Enjoy the barbeques and beer gardens at the Legion. There is an Ecumenical Church and High Tea on Sunday. Call Noreen @780-727-3753. |
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August 10 |
Lone Wolves Pembina River Run - Included in the PV Daze activities--the Lone Wolves Antique Hot Rod car club has been making its way to Evansburg’s main street for over 30 years. Enjoy a show and shine of over 100 cars, from noon to 3:30 p.m. on Main Street on Saturday. Call Jack @ 780-727-2038. If you are interested in entering a hot rod, you can call too. |
| August 16 |
Wildwood Agricultural Fair - Enjoy the old-time atmosphere at the Wildwood Fair. The parade and fair run Friday. There is something for everyone at one of the oldest fairs in Alberta. It’s a must see! Call Anna Clare @ 780-786-4649. |
| October 19 |
Heritage Festival - Octoberfest - Help us celebrate our community’s diverse cultural heritage. Each year we celebrate on of the traditions of our population. This year is Oktoberfest. Enjoy the exceptional food of the culture as well as dancing and entertainment. Call Gisele @ 780-727-3868. |
| November 11 |
Rememberance Day Celebrations - The Legion hosts the Remembrance ceremony honoring our soldiers and servicemen, followed by a program and a meal. |
| November 16 |
Santa's Anonymous Dinner, Dance & Auction - Enjoy a great meal and dance and a huge live auction. Proceeds go to the Santa’s Anonymous Campaign. Wildwood hall is the sight of this event. Contact Irene @ 780-727-2393. |
| November 29 |
Moonlight Madness - Mainstreet Evansburg turns on the Christmas lights, and the kicks off the Holiday shopping season. Look for fantastic deals, Santa’s arrival, and sleigh rides. Contact Candice @ 780-727-4438. |
| Other events that occur on an ongoing basis: | |
| Entwistle Elks Steak Suppers | 3rd Saturday of each month |
| Ladies Aux. Meat Draw and Barbeque | each Friday at Evansburg Legion |
| Evansburg Legion Meat Draw | each Saturday |
| Wildwood Jamborees | 3rd Wednesday of each month |
| Entwistle Jamborees | 3rd Saturday of each month |
| Magnolia Jamborees | 2nd Saturday of each month |
| Ravine Jamborees | 1st Saturday of each month |
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If you would like to add an event, please contact Cheryl by phone 780-727-6671 or email:cam225@persona.ca |
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