The 2025 Home & Garden Show proudly sponsored by the County of Grande Prairie goes Friday, April 11 from 4-9 p.m.; Saturday, April 12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, April 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the TARA Energy Services Centre at Evergreen Park.

Come get inspired with renovation inspiration, garden ideas, home design, landscaping, gifts and much more!

Bring the whole family to the largest home show in the Peace Country - the 2025 Home & Garden Show!

Enjoy a variety of our local businesses who are ready to help you with any of your spring and summertime needs!

Stop by and say hello to title sponsor the County of GP as they welcome you to the Home & Garden Show this year!

Tickets are $8 for adults; $5 for seniors; and kids under 12 are free.

A high school rodeo is being held in the Foster’s Pavilion (Lewis Hawkes and Drysdale Arenas) at Evergreen  April 18-20.

It is an approved High School Rodeo Association event.

The rodeo starts at 9 a.m. all three days.

For more information visit https://www.equestevent.com/events/alberta-hs-d3-grande-prairie-freedom-spring-2025/?_gl=1*kkzn2d*_ga*MTUwMDIzODMwMy4xNjc0NTE5NDA1*_ga_TFDTCV79QT*MTc0MTAyOTk2MC4xMjYuMS4xNzQxMDMyODg5LjAuMC4w

Contact is Jason Skene at jsfivestar@aol.com or 780-882-3165.

The eighth annual North Peace Bracket Racing Association Spring Spectacular Indoor Car Show goes April 25-27 in the TARA Energy Services Centre at Evergreen Park.

The show is the main fundraiser for the NPBRA/NAPA Auto Parts Raceway at Beaverlodge, Alberta.

The NPBRA is a non-profit association run by volunteers owning /managing the property and maintaining it as a recreational facility,

This ever growing event enables vehicle owners and enthusiasts to connect with others and showcase their vehicles to over 10,000 attendees.

They have had the privilege of presenting more than 150 entries annually from across western Canada as well as having multiple vendors and sponsors present.

The Personality Fundraising Dinner Friday evening presents an opportunity to mingle with our celebrities and a chance to win an all-expense paid trip for two to an automotive event.

They also hold an always-sold-out gala on Saturday evening that includes:

·      Class winner presentations;

·      Celebrity presence;

·      Beautiful buffet style meal;

·      Silent and live auctions.

Show hours are Friday from 4-9 p.m. and Saturday and  Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The gala is Saturday 6-10 p.m.

For more information visit their website at https://www.npbra.ca/

The annual Game Country Archers Mike Welsh Classic goes Saturday, May 10 at their outdoor range at Evergreen Park.

There will be two rounds of 25 targets.

Humble yourself with real archery - this is a shoot for traditional or longbows only

Schedule:
8:30 a.m.: Registration opens
10 a.m.: head out onto the trails for the first round
12 noon -1p.m.: Lunch will be available for purchase $5 hamburger or hotdogs, includes potato salad, $1 for pop, chips or chocolate bars.
1p.m.: head out onto the trails for the second round
3:30 p.m.: bring Flu-Flu arrows for flying target competition
4:30 p.m.: Raffle prizes and Awards presentation

Costs:
$50 per Family (max of 2 Adults)
$25 for Adults +18
$20 for U18 (15-17)
$15 for U15 (13-14)
$10 for U13 (10-12)
Children nine and under are free.

Raffle prize tickets available for purchase from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Visit the Game Country Archers Facebook page or website for more information.

The biggest outdoor show of the year in the Peace Country - Grande Prairie Stompede - is planned for May 28 to June 1 at Evergreen Park in Grande Prairie.

It's five days of professional rodeo and chuckwagon racing; midway; art show; musical entertainment; beer gardens; and much, much more.

For the latest information on Stompede 2025 visit their website here https://gpstompede.com/

Tickets for the event are now on sale and can be purchased online here: https://evergreenpark.ticketspice.com/indian-relay-racing...

The Horses At Evergreen Park return to J.D.A. Raceway on Sunday, July 6 and continue (including Monday, August 4) Saturdays and Sundays until Sunday, August 24.

First post is 1:15 p.m. eacy day and there is no admission charge.

Some of the highlights include the Weiner Dog Derby (Sunday, July 20); Baconfest (Sunday, July, 27); Derby Day (Sunday, August 3); Memorial Weekend (August 9-10); Open Farm Day (Sunday, August 17); and Mr. Mike's Paint The Park Purple (Sunday, August 24).

There one weekend when quarter horses will be on the track - Sunday, July 27. The remainder of the races all season will be throughbreds.

You can view the complete schedule here https://files.constantcontact.com/e507ccd7701/f3799029-20b5-4e65-a76f-aebfecb68ccb.pdf

Every Thursday the Wild Horse Casino & Lounge will be hosting slot tournaments at 7 p.m.

Registration starts at 5 p.m.

The tournaments are free and there are cash and other prizes up for grabs.

Local musicians entertain every Friday and Saturday evening in the Wild Horse Casino & Lounge start at 7:30 p.m.

On Sept. 13-14 the live entertainment will be Vonda McDermott.

There is no admission fee.

The casino is open until 1 a.m. daily.

Every Sunday evening at the Wild Horse Casino & Lounge musician Justin Menzies will be hosting Open Mic Night.

Performances start at 7:30 p.m.

There will be half price appetizers and $5 Bud Light available.

Deluxe Premium Driving Services is offering door-to-door service for just $10. They will pick you up at your door anywhere in Grande Prairie and return you after the event.

You can register online here https://evergreenpark.regfox.com/mic-drop-vip-bus and pay the driver when you are picked up.

For more information contact the Wild Horse Lounge at 780-532-3265.