Festivals

PotashCorp Wintershines Saskatoon

January 28-February 12, 2012

PotashCorp Wintershines features an ice park with a climbing wall, zipline and luge. Come down and check out the amazing ice sculptures and the Market Square. Come experience Saskatoon's 'cool culture'!

Location: Various in Saskatoon
Ph:(306) 384-6044
www.potashcorpwintershines.ca

Festival du blues de Saskatoon

February 23-26, 2012

The 10th Annual Saskatoon Blues Festival celebrates a decade of blues with an exciting lineup of artists performing around Saskatoon.

Location: Various in Saskatoon
www.saskatoonbluessociety.ca

Vesna Festival

May 11-12, 2012

Celebrate spring with Vesna Festival!  Ukrainian folk art, cuisine, fine arts, souvenirs, music, dancing - come get your toes tapping!

6:00pm-1:00am both days
Tickets: May 11 $21,00, May 12 $26,00

Location: TCU Place, 35-22nd Street East
Tél. : Information (306) 242-9052 (July to February) or (306) 652-7717 (March to June)
www.vesnafestival.com

PotashCorp Children's Festival of Saskatchewan

June 3-6, 2012

Join us for our 24th anniversary as we present theatre, music, dance and circus arts performances and hands-on arts activities from around the world. Fun, family-friendly and affordable. Come to the Children’s Festival in 2012 and “DREAM BIG” with Saskatoon’s favourite event for children and families!

Location: Kiwanis Memorial Park
Tél. : (306) 664-3378
www.saskatchewanchildrensfestival.ca

Waterfront Craft Art Festival

June 9, 2012

See the work of more than 50 craft and visual artists from the Saskatchewan Craft Council. The festival includes musical entertainment and craft demonstrations.

Location: River Landing on Spadina Cr East, between 2nd and 3rd Avenues 
Tél. : (306) 653-3616
www.saskcraftcouncil.org

SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival

June 22 - July 1, 2012                  

Over 80, 000 hungry music fans devour the sounds of jazz, blues, funk, pop and world music each summer with a program that spans as many genres as it does continents.

Location: Downtown Saskatoon
Tél. : (306) 652-1421
www.saskjazz.com 

                       

WakeRide

July 6-8, 2012                     

Professional wakeboard competition and music festival raising money to support local  Saskatoon inner city youth programs. Motocross, skateboarding, slider pool, live bands and DJ’s and a free interactive kidzone.

                       
July 6 5:00pm-12:00am, July 7 12:00pm-12:00am and July 8 12:00pm-9:00pm

Location: Victoria Park and River Landing
Tél. : (306) 652-1400
www.wakeride.ca

 
Toon Town Smokedown BBQ Festivall

July 7-8, 2012

Pitmasters from across Western Canada compete for prizes and cash! Championship cuisine for sale as well as activities for the whole family to enjoy. Bring the family for an afternoon of savoury, smokey, saucy good times! 

Location: Saskatoon Farmer's Market
Tél. : (306) 652-1400
www.saskatoonbbq.com

Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan

July 11-August 26, 2012

Saskatchewan’s finest actors performing Shakespeare’s greatest works in a tent featuring As You Like It and Hamlet. 

Location: Tents along the South Saskatchewan River (by Mendel Art Gallery)
Tél. : (306) 653-2300
www.shakespeareonthesaskatchewan.com

Pion Era

July 14-15, 2012

Join in the fun at the Western Development Museum – Saskatoon, as we celebrate Saskatchewan’s history. Enjoy demonstrations, display and more!

9:00am-5:00pm both days

Location: Western Development Museum, 2610 Lorne Avenue
Tél. : (306) 931-1910
www.wdm.ca

A Taste of Saskatchewan
presented by Conexus Credit Union

July 17-22, 2012

Food and entertainment festival featuring over 30 of Saskatoon’s finest restaurants and over 55 of Saskatchewan’s hottest bands.

Location: Kiwanis Memorial Park
Tél. : (306) 975-3175
www.tasteofsaskatchewan.ca

Velcoity Prairie Thunder- NASCAR Canadian Tire Series

July 25, 2012

NASCAR hits Saskatoon!  Plan your summer holidays around this exciting summer event.  Top drivers from across Canada will be competing.  Music, great food and  exciting stock car racing on Canada’s “new” .333 mi paved oval track.

1:00pm

$40,00 per person

Location: Auto Clearing Motor Speedway
Tél. : (306) 651-3278
www.autoclearingmotorspeedway.ca 

PotashCorp Fringe Theatre Festival

August 2-11, 2012

The Broadway district hosts one of Saskatoon’s favorite summer events with 200+ independent theatre shows and great family entertainment on the street.

Location: Broadway Area
Tél. : (306) 664-2239
www.potashcorpfringe.org

Cameco Canada Remembers Festival for Heroes

August 4-5, 2012

Heralded as Canada’s largest annual Tribute to Veterans, the Cameco Canada Remembers Festival for Heroes maintains the Tribute to Veterans theme and salutes all who currently serve this nation. In addition, (created in 2002 - post 9/11), the Tribute will continue to pay special recognition to Law Enforcement, Fire, EMS and all First Responders who bravely serve their communities and country, often called upon to risk their lives … and far too often sacrifice their lives, in the Line of Duty. 

Location: Auto Clearing Motor Speedway
Tél. : (306) 975-3155
www.creditunioncentre.com

Saskatoon Exhibition

August 7-12, 2012

Saskatchewan's largest annual event - midway, grandstand, free entertainment, kidsville, chuckwagon races, trade show and much more!

Aug 7: 3:00pm-12:00am, Aug 8-12: 12:00pm-12:00am

Location: Saskatoon Prairieland Park, 503 Ruth Street West
Tél. : (306) 931-7149
www.saskatoonex.com

Saskatoon Reggae and World Music Festival

August 9-11, 2012

A fun filled celebration of reggae and world beat music. A celebration of our cultural diversity.

Location: Friendship Park
Tél. : (306) 373-1385
www.saskatoonreggaefestival.com

John Arcand Fiddle Fest

August 9-12, 2012

A 4 day multi cultural music festival with workshops, artist presentations and showcases, old time dances and competitions.  Free un-serviced camping and on site concessions.

9:00am start each day

Day Pass $20,00, Weekend Pass $50,00, 12 and under free.

Location: 7 km South of Saskatoon on Highway 60
Tél. : (306) 382-0111
www.johnarcandfiddlefest.com

Folkfest

August 16-18, 2012

Annual 3 day multi-cultural festival showcasing culture through displays, demonstrations, entertainment and ethnic cuisine.

Aug 16 and 17 - 5:00pm-12:00am, Aug 18 - 3:00pm-12:00am

Location: Various in Saskatoon
Tél. : (306) 931-0100
www.saskatoonfolkfest.ca

Rock 102 Cruise Weekend

August 26, 2012

Rock 102’s Cruise Weekend show and shine features over 900 classic cars, motorcycles and trucks. 

Location: Downtown Saskatoon 
Tél. : (306) 934-2222
www.rock102rocks.com

Ukrainian Day in the Park

August 25, 2012

Downtown public outdoor festival featuring Ukrainian dancing, music, food, beer garden, cultural displays and children’s activities.  Free admission.

11:00am-8:00pm

Location: Kiwanis Memorial Park
Tél. : (306) 382-1647
www.ucc.sk.ca/branches/Saskatoon/index.php

PotashCorp Fireworks Festival

August 31-September 1, 2012

A celebration of community, the PotashCorp Fireworks Festival has it all.  Choreographed pyrotechnic fireworks light up the sky each evening as well as alive music, cultural performances, family activities, food and much more.

5:00pm-12:00am daily
Location: Rotary Park and River Landing Amphitheatre 
Tél. : (306) 652-1400 ou 1-866-664-7673
www.potashcorpfireworksfestival.ca

Reflections of Nature

Late October 2012

Western Canada’s largest wildlife art show and competition, featuring displays, auctions, commercial booths, workshops and demonstrations.

Location: Saskatoon Prairieland Park, 503 Ruth Street West
www.saskwildlifeart.com

"Spirit of our Nations" FSIN SIGA Pow Wow

November 2012

The FSIN SIGA “Spirit of our Nations” Pow Wow is one of the largest First Nations celebrations in Western Canada.

Location: Credit Union Centre, 3515 Thatcher Avenue
Tél. : (306) 665-1215
www.fsin.com

Saskatoon City Hospital Festival of Trees

November 25-Dec 1, 2012

Celebrate Santa’s Country Christmas with over 85 trees, wreaths, designer stockings, gingerbread houses and many special displays, all for sale.  Special events each day.  Proceeds towards medical equipment needed at Saskatoon City Hospital.

9:00am-9:00pm daily
Adults $8,50, Seniors $7,50, Students $5,75, Children (6-12) $2,00, preschool free

Location: Western Development Museum, 2610 Lorne Avenue
Tél. : (306) 384-9277
www.festival-of-trees.com

BHP BIlliton Enchanted Forest Holiday Light Tour

November 16, 2012-January 6, 2013

A spectacular forest drive-through Christmas light show featuring illuminated evergreens and computer animated character light displays on a 2.5km route.

5:30pm-11:00pm nightly
$6,00 per person, $25,00 per car, 3 and under free.

Location: Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park,
1903 Forestry Farm Park Drive
www.enchanted-forest.org