Events

Stettler is home to an array of unique and fun events for the whole family. Take a look at our upcoming events!

Signature Events

StettlerFest

Discover the Heart of Alberta at StettlerFest! Plan your summer getaway around the 3rd Annual StettlerFest, returning mid-August 2026! Set in the heart of Historic Main Street, this signature event transforms Stettler into a lively celebration of music, food, and community spirit.   Spend the day exploring a bustling artisan market, sampling local flavours and… View Article

Moonlight Madness

It is the “un-official” kick-off to Christmas – Moonlight Madness! Held on the last Friday in November each year! Get into the holiday spirit with the lighting of the main street tree, late night shopping featuring special promotions and door crasher deals, tons of entertainment and fun throughout the town and even visits with the… View Article

Stettler Trade Show

​For over 40 years, the Stettler Trade Show has offered one stop shopping with family fun for a reasonable price and allows vendors to showcase their products and services to a variety of potential customers.  Held annually in April, each year the show continues to grow in one way or another making it bigger and… View Article

Big Jack Classic

The Big Jack Classic is a catch-and-release Northern Pike ice fishing derby held each February on Buffalo Lake, AB. Timed perfectly with the free fishing Family Day weekend, it’s the ultimate way to enjoy winter fun with the whole family! With multiple prize categories—including youth divisions—plus random draws, a concession, and a wrap-up family banquet,... View Article

Events Calendar

Stettler is home to an array of unique and fun events for the whole family. Take a look at our upcoming events!

December 2025
The magical story comes to life as the train departs Stettler, Alberta for a one hour long round-trip journey to the North Pole. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers will relive the magic of the story as they are whisked away on THE POLAR EXPRESS™.Once onboard, guests are served hot chocolate and a cookie treat by Polar Express Chefs, will be presented with a souvenir golden The Polar Express ticket, and each family houshold receives a ceramic souvenir mug at the end of their journey. Santa boards the train at the North Pole, and during the return trip walks through the cars giving out the “first gift of Christmas” – a silver sleigh bell. Book your seats early! Visit absteamtrain.com

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ with Alberta Prairie Railway

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ tickets on sale NOW. View the schedule by visiting the Excursion Schedule* *Please note some excurions are Sold Out Call 1-800-282-3994 (Canada) or 1-403-742-2811 (worldwide) for more information and reservations. THE POLAR EXPRESS and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s25). The magical story comes to... View Article
14 Dec
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Alberta Prairie Railway Excursions
4611 47 Ave, Stettler
The magical story comes to life as the train departs Stettler, Alberta for a one hour long round-trip journey to the North Pole. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers will relive the magic of the story as they are whisked away on THE POLAR EXPRESS™.Once onboard, guests are served hot chocolate and a cookie treat by Polar Express Chefs, will be presented with a souvenir golden The Polar Express ticket, and each family houshold receives a ceramic souvenir mug at the end of their journey. Santa boards the train at the North Pole, and during the return trip walks through the cars giving out the “first gift of Christmas” – a silver sleigh bell. Book your seats early! Visit absteamtrain.com

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ with Alberta Prairie Railway

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ tickets on sale NOW. View the schedule by visiting the Excursion Schedule* *Please note some excurions are Sold Out Call 1-800-282-3994 (Canada) or 1-403-742-2811 (worldwide) for more information and reservations. THE POLAR EXPRESS and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s25). The magical story comes to... View Article
14 Dec
6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
Alberta Prairie Railway Excursions
4611 47 Ave, Stettler
Big Valley E Free Community Church  Family friendly concert on Dec. 14 beginning at 7:00p.m.

Old Fashioned Community Christmas Concert

Big Valley E Free Community Church Family friendly concert on Dec. 14 beginning at 7:00p.m. If you are interested in performing, all ages welcome! Whether you are an enthusiastic beginner or seasoned performer, you are welcome to help celebrate the Christmas season! Contact Lori at 403-741-8011 if you would like to take part.
14 Dec
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
A beautiful and creative night in a beautiful location! Join Vintage Thistle in collaboration with Linda at Oaklynn and Vine. Doors at 5:30 with private shopping available with a complimentary holiday mocktail. Dinner is your choice of gourmet flatbread at 5:45 followed by a DIY tutorial of a fabulous christmas sleigh centerpiece with lots of choice in colours and florals. Register at Vintage Thistle, 403-743-0222 Space is limited for this intimate event! Cost $125 +gst 

Centrepiece Sleigh and Flatbread

A beautiful and creative night in a beautiful location!Join Vintage Thistle in collaboration with Linda at Oaklynn and Vine. Doors at 5:30 with private shopping available with a complimentary holiday mocktail. Dinner is your choice of gourmet flatbread at 5:45 followed by a DIY tutorial of a fabulous christmas sleigh centerpiece with lots of choice... View Article
16 Dec
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
The magical story comes to life as the train departs Stettler, Alberta for a one hour long round-trip journey to the North Pole. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers will relive the magic of the story as they are whisked away on THE POLAR EXPRESS™.Once onboard, guests are served hot chocolate and a cookie treat by Polar Express Chefs, will be presented with a souvenir golden The Polar Express ticket, and each family houshold receives a ceramic souvenir mug at the end of their journey. Santa boards the train at the North Pole, and during the return trip walks through the cars giving out the “first gift of Christmas” – a silver sleigh bell. Book your seats early! Visit absteamtrain.com

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ with Alberta Prairie Railway

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ tickets on sale NOW. View the schedule by visiting the Excursion Schedule* *Please note some excurions are Sold Out Call 1-800-282-3994 (Canada) or 1-403-742-2811 (worldwide) for more information and reservations. THE POLAR EXPRESS and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s25). The magical story comes to... View Article
18 Dec
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Alberta Prairie Railway Excursions
4611 47 Ave, Stettler
The magical story comes to life as the train departs Stettler, Alberta for a one hour long round-trip journey to the North Pole. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers will relive the magic of the story as they are whisked away on THE POLAR EXPRESS™.Once onboard, guests are served hot chocolate and a cookie treat by Polar Express Chefs, will be presented with a souvenir golden The Polar Express ticket, and each family houshold receives a ceramic souvenir mug at the end of their journey. Santa boards the train at the North Pole, and during the return trip walks through the cars giving out the “first gift of Christmas” – a silver sleigh bell. Book your seats early! Visit absteamtrain.com

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ with Alberta Prairie Railway

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ tickets on sale NOW. View the schedule by visiting the Excursion Schedule* *Please note some excurions are Sold Out Call 1-800-282-3994 (Canada) or 1-403-742-2811 (worldwide) for more information and reservations. THE POLAR EXPRESS and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s25). The magical story comes to... View Article
18 Dec
6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
Alberta Prairie Railway Excursions
4611 47 Ave, Stettler
The magical story comes to life as the train departs Stettler, Alberta for a one hour long round-trip journey to the North Pole. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers will relive the magic of the story as they are whisked away on THE POLAR EXPRESS™.Once onboard, guests are served hot chocolate and a cookie treat by Polar Express Chefs, will be presented with a souvenir golden The Polar Express ticket, and each family houshold receives a ceramic souvenir mug at the end of their journey. Santa boards the train at the North Pole, and during the return trip walks through the cars giving out the “first gift of Christmas” – a silver sleigh bell. Book your seats early! Visit absteamtrain.com

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ with Alberta Prairie Railway

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ tickets on sale NOW. View the schedule by visiting the Excursion Schedule* *Please note some excurions are Sold Out Call 1-800-282-3994 (Canada) or 1-403-742-2811 (worldwide) for more information and reservations. THE POLAR EXPRESS and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s25). The magical story comes to... View Article
19 Dec
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Alberta Prairie Railway Excursions
4611 47 Ave, Stettler
CELEBRATE THE SEASON, with the Stettler Museum. Local Businesses, Organizations and Community participate to help make the displays of lights for all to enjoy! The display of lights are on throughout December on Fridays and Saturdays until Christmas with a few extra dates, for the enjoyment of all those that come through the Museum gate. A cash donation is appreciated at the gate upon entry. View these 1/2 km of lights by strolling with family or friends or by yourself, riding a horse drawn wagon or inside the warmth of your vehicle. Visit inside the Museums’ Main Building, try out the ‘Elevator to the North Pole’, where imagination will create the magic of Christmas. Check the schedule below to see when Santa may visit – not to say you may see an Elf or two, or the Grinch or Cindy Lou Who. And after seeing the ‘Elevator to the North Pole’, make sure you vote for your favorite ‘Gingerbread House creation’! Light the Night - December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 - 5:30p.m. to 9p.m. Santa Days - Dec. 6 at 6:00p.m., Dec.13 at 6p.m., Dec. 20 at 6p.m. and Dec. 23 at 6p.m. Elevator to the North Pole nightly!

Light the Night

CELEBRATE THE SEASON, with the Stettler Museum. Local Businesses, Organizations and Community participate to help make the displays of lights for all to enjoy! The display of lights are on throughout December on Fridays and Saturdays until Christmas with a few extra dates, for the enjoyment of all those that come through the Museum gate. A... View Article
19 Dec
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Stettler Town and Country Museum
6502 44 Ave., Stettler
The magical story comes to life as the train departs Stettler, Alberta for a one hour long round-trip journey to the North Pole. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers will relive the magic of the story as they are whisked away on THE POLAR EXPRESS™.Once onboard, guests are served hot chocolate and a cookie treat by Polar Express Chefs, will be presented with a souvenir golden The Polar Express ticket, and each family houshold receives a ceramic souvenir mug at the end of their journey. Santa boards the train at the North Pole, and during the return trip walks through the cars giving out the “first gift of Christmas” – a silver sleigh bell. Book your seats early! Visit absteamtrain.com

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ with Alberta Prairie Railway

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ tickets on sale NOW. View the schedule by visiting the Excursion Schedule* *Please note some excurions are Sold Out Call 1-800-282-3994 (Canada) or 1-403-742-2811 (worldwide) for more information and reservations. THE POLAR EXPRESS and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s25). The magical story comes to... View Article
19 Dec
6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
Alberta Prairie Railway Excursions
4611 47 Ave, Stettler
The magical story comes to life as the train departs Stettler, Alberta for a one hour long round-trip journey to the North Pole. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers will relive the magic of the story as they are whisked away on THE POLAR EXPRESS™.Once onboard, guests are served hot chocolate and a cookie treat by Polar Express Chefs, will be presented with a souvenir golden The Polar Express ticket, and each family houshold receives a ceramic souvenir mug at the end of their journey. Santa boards the train at the North Pole, and during the return trip walks through the cars giving out the “first gift of Christmas” – a silver sleigh bell. Book your seats early! Visit absteamtrain.com

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ with Alberta Prairie Railway

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ tickets on sale NOW. View the schedule by visiting the Excursion Schedule* *Please note some excurions are Sold Out Call 1-800-282-3994 (Canada) or 1-403-742-2811 (worldwide) for more information and reservations. THE POLAR EXPRESS and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s25). The magical story comes to... View Article
20 Dec
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Alberta Prairie Railway Excursions
4611 47 Ave, Stettler
The magical story comes to life as the train departs Stettler, Alberta for a one hour long round-trip journey to the North Pole. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers will relive the magic of the story as they are whisked away on THE POLAR EXPRESS™.Once onboard, guests are served hot chocolate and a cookie treat by Polar Express Chefs, will be presented with a souvenir golden The Polar Express ticket, and each family houshold receives a ceramic souvenir mug at the end of their journey. Santa boards the train at the North Pole, and during the return trip walks through the cars giving out the “first gift of Christmas” – a silver sleigh bell. Book your seats early! Visit absteamtrain.com

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ with Alberta Prairie Railway

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ tickets on sale NOW. View the schedule by visiting the Excursion Schedule* *Please note some excurions are Sold Out Call 1-800-282-3994 (Canada) or 1-403-742-2811 (worldwide) for more information and reservations. THE POLAR EXPRESS and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s25). The magical story comes to... View Article
20 Dec
6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
Alberta Prairie Railway Excursions
4611 47 Ave, Stettler
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