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.
The Show wraps up at 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $15 for adults, $40 for a family of four and free to those under 10.
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.
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 Grande Prairie Traditional Powwow is being held June 20-22 in the TARA Energy Services Centre at Evergreen Park.
Powwow is a vibrant celebration of Indigenous culture, resilience, and community.
Rooted in ceremony and tradition, it brings together Nations through dance, song, and storytelling. While deeply meaningful to Indigenous Peoples,
Powwows are also welcoming spaces for all — where everyone is invited to witness, learn, and honour the beauty of these living traditions.
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.