Strathcona County Recreation, Parks and Culture

09/11/2026

Culture Days are on now!

Register today for a FREE theatre or public art tour taking place this weekend👇

🔗strathcona.ca/CultureDays

09/09/2026

Reminder: Portfolio submissions close September 30, 2026.

https://www.strathcona.ca/recreation-events/arts-and-culture/public-art/ -county-fieldhouse-portfolio-based-call

Strathcona County is inviting Canadian artists and artist teams to submit portfolios for multiple public art opportunities at the new Strathcona County Fieldhouse.

📆Submissions due Sept. 30, 2026.

News Release: https://www.strathcona.ca/council-county/news/news/2026/7/13/fieldhouse-public-art-opportunities-now-open-to-artists/

Image credit: "The Gathering" by Paddy Lamb; located at The Pointe Agricultural Event Centre

09/08/2026

Take a minute to stop and listen. You might hear birds singing, leaves rustling or frogs calling. Slow down, stay present and enjoy the sounds of the wilderness as you connect with nature.

Plan your visit: https://www.strathcona.ca/recreation-events/festivals-and-events/event-planning/event-and-facility-bookings/

09/04/2026

09/02/2026

🚧 Annual Millennium Place Aquatic Shutdown: Sept 8-27 🚧

The Cambrian Aquatics Centre will be closed for maintenance starting Tuesday, September 8 to keep the facility safe, clean and ready for your next swim.

📅 We can’t wait to welcome you back to the pool on Monday, September 28.

Visit our online drop-in schedule for alternative recreation options during the closure: https://www.strathcona.ca/recreation-events/activities/drop-in-recreation-calendar/

09/01/2026

Strathcona County: Free programs and services for families with children from 0 to 18 years of age.

08/27/2026

Discover "Family Traditions," a new exhibition featuring the work of Roberta Memogana and Emily Mosley-Delorme.

📆 September 3 to October 24
📍 Gallery@501

This exhibition explores connections to family, culture and storytelling through art. Admission is free.

Don't miss the public reception on Thursday, September 17, from 6 to 8 p.m., featuring an artist talk and stencil printmaking demonstration by Roberta Memogana.

Gallery@501 invites you to explore the latest exhibit featuring works from Roberta Memogana and Emily Mosley-Delorme.

Admission to the Gallery is free.

Also, mark your calendar to attend the exhibition reception on Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The reception will include a special artist talk and stencil printmaking demonstration by Roberta Memogana.

News release: https://www.strathcona.ca/council-county/news/news/2026/8/27/family-traditions-at-gallery501-celebrates-making-art-across-generations/

08/24/2026

Discover summer experiences 🌲☀️

There's still plenty of summer to explore at the Strathcona Wilderness Centre. Spend the day on the trails, plan a peaceful mid-week visit or enjoy a camping getaway before the season winds down.

Adventure, fresh air and quiet moments in nature are all closer than you think.

🔗 Plan your visit: https://www.strathcona.ca/recreation-events/recreation-centres/strathcona-wilderness-centre/

08/20/2026

Registration is now open:
✅ Fall recreation and culture programs
✅ Fall Break camps
✅ Swimming lessons

👉 https://www.strathcona.ca/recreation-events/activities/recreation-programs/

Confirmation emails will begin sending at 8 a.m.

08/18/2026

Fall swimming registration is now open 🏊‍♀️

👉 https://www.strathcona.ca/recreation-events/activities/recreation-programs/

Confirmation emails will begin sending at 8 a.m.