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Family Zones
Date: Saturday, August 12
Vehicle Registration: $10 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at 1920 17th St.
Car Show: 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Coaldale's Main Street.
Top ten trophy awards and door prize draws.
For more information contact:
Gary Klassen: 403-330-4598
Ed Knelsen: 587-220-9484
Fun for the whole family!
There will be three Indoor Family Zones and an Outdoor Family Zone for Summer Fest 2025. See a breakdown of what will be where below.
Outdoor Family Zone
Date: Saturday, August 9
Time: Noon - 5 p.m.
Location: East side of John Davidson School (2016 19th St)
Activities:
Bouncy Castles
Regular bouncy castles and a couple of obstacle courses - fun for all ages!
Sponsored by Coaldale Dental Centre &
Gentle Giant Acres Petting Zoo
Come interact with a variety of animals from a therapeutic social farm. A variety of farm animals experiencing the farm life. Patrons must sanitize their hands before and after entering the Petting Zoo.
Sponsored by McCain, The Pet Corner, Silver Specs Eye Care + Optical
Ride for Dad Exhibit
Established in 2000, the Ride for Dad fight against prostate cancer is committed to help save men's lives and improve the quality of life for men and their families living with the disease.
*Located amongst the Show N' Shine.
Roaming Princesses & Superhero
Rumour has it there will be princesses and even a superhero coming to town to visit during Summer Fest.
Sponsored by Twisted Steel Fitness
John Davidson Stage
The John Davidson Stage will be located in the heart of the Outdoor Family Zone. Learn more here.
Wagon Rides
A crowd favourite! Wagon rides are planned to return to Coaldale Summer Fest this year.
Indoor Family Zone 1
Date: Saturday, August 9
Time: Noon - 5 p.m.
Location: Civic Square Atrium (1801 20th Ave)
Activities:
Petland Petting Zoo
Interact with bunnies, guinea pigs, micro squirrels, a hedge hog, friendly bird, tortoise, geckos, big bearded dragon, a chameleon or a tegu and a big ball python. Patrons must sanitize their hands before and after participating in the petting zoo.
Sponsored by Graham's Garage
Birds of Prey Owls (Noon - 3 p.m.)
Active since 1982 and more recently a registered charity, the Alberta Birds of Prey Foundation is Alberta's first privately licensed raptor rescue and conservation organization, located right here in Coaldale.
Balloon Benders
It's a sword, it's a cat, it's a dinosaur, it's a dog, it's a.... balloon? Come check out what the Balloon Benders are creating and take on home for yourself!
Sponsored by Real Estate Centre
Main Street Scavenger Hunt
Explore, discover, win! Join the Gem of the West Museum's free, family-friendly scavenger hunt and uncover fun facts from Coaldale's past while visiting amazing local businesses on Main Street!
Scavenger hunt from Noon to 3:30 p.m. Draw will happen live at 4:30 p.m. More information here.
Indoor Family Zone 2
Date: Saturday, August 9
Time: Noon - 4 p.m.
Location: Coaldale Public Library (2014 18th St)
Activities:
Sparkle Tattoos
Sparkle Tattoos are fun & safe temporary glitter tattoos for kids of all ages. They are waterproof tattoos that last up to 3 days.
Sponsored by Real Estate Centre
Lawn Games
Enjoy some outdoor lawn games at the Coaldale Public LIbrary.
Crafts
Unleash your creativity with fun, hands-on crafts the whole family can enjoy!
Story Time with Moana
(3 - 4 p.m.)
Set sail on a storytelling adventure with Moana during a magical storytime session!
Sponsored by Twisted Steel Ftiness
Indoor Family Zone 3
Date: Saturday, August 9
Time: Noon - 5 p.m.
Location: Coaldale Fire Department (1507 20 St)
Activities:
Facepainting
Criss Wiebe will be returning with her team of talented artists. Her team's full-face paintings are bold, bright, vibrant and beautiful. Come early because the demand is high!
Sponsored by Kinsmen Club of Coaldale
Airbrush Tattoos
Get the tattoo you have been dreaming of without the pain or long-term commitment! Criss Wiebe and her team will also be offering Airbrush Tattoos again for Summer Fest!
Sponsored by Kinsmen Club of Coaldale
Fire Hall Tours
Coaldale & District Emergency Service members will be conducting fire hall and fire trucks tours, discussing fire safety and the importance of having working smoke alarms.
Provided by Coaldale & District Emergency Services
