About NORDEGG DAYS.
Nordegg Days was established in 2016. It is a celebration of everything our little community has to offer. The festival is hosted by the Nordegg Community Association and it takes place every year on Labour Day long weekend.
BUY 50/50 TICKETS ONLINE!!!
Last year we sold 8,420 tickets ant the winner took home $4,210
Last year we sold 8,420 tickets ant the winner took home $4,210
Here’s the team bringing the magic to this year’s celebration,
Florrie – Director; Volunteer & Workshop Coordinator; Grants & Fundraising
Deb – Library
Elaine – Sponsorships & Donations
Jennifer – Markets in Nordegg and Show & Shine
Holly – Official Photographer
Chelsea – Kids Crafts Zone Coordinator (absent from photo)
Sara - Show & Shine Co-ordinator
Richard - Music Coordinator
Please don't hesitate to reach out to anyone of us to let us know how you'd like to contribute or take part!
Florrie – Director; Volunteer & Workshop Coordinator; Grants & Fundraising
Deb – Library
Elaine – Sponsorships & Donations
Jennifer – Markets in Nordegg and Show & Shine
Holly – Official Photographer
Chelsea – Kids Crafts Zone Coordinator (absent from photo)
Sara - Show & Shine Co-ordinator
Richard - Music Coordinator
Please don't hesitate to reach out to anyone of us to let us know how you'd like to contribute or take part!
Events on Saturday September 5, 2026
Mountains & Mines Market Saturday & Sunday 10am to 4pm
Nordegg’s Outdoor Crafters Market, find out more on the Markets in Nordegg page on this website or the Markets in Nordegg Facebook page
Nordegg’s Outdoor Crafters Market, find out more on the Markets in Nordegg page on this website or the Markets in Nordegg Facebook page
Mountain Yoga
Elizabeth will once again be leading a relaxing gentle flow Yoga class outside!!!
Starts at 10am in the yard beside Maryz Unique Treasures.
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Kids Storytime: Nordegg Library with Nicole & Anica Nowochin 11:30 - Explorers of the Wild by Cale Atkinson, suitable for ages 4 - 8 years, Families welcome! 1:00 - The Kids Book of Canadian Exploration by Anne-Marie & Jane Yealland, suitable for ages 8 to 12 The theme this year is "Explorers". Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. |
Nordegg Public Library will also be holding it's annual Book Sale !!!
Saturday & Sunday
on the
Discovery Center Deck
10:30 -3:30 both days
Pay by Donation
Please come out & support us for this library fundraiser
Saturday & Sunday
on the
Discovery Center Deck
10:30 -3:30 both days
Pay by Donation
Please come out & support us for this library fundraiser
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Show & Shine 10am to 4pm
Join us for Nordegg Days’ 2nd Annual Show & Shine on Saturday August 30th. $10 registration, staging starts at 8.00am to 10.00am. Register your car upon arrival at the Show & Shine Check-In booth, located on the corner of Tillie Ave in Nordegg’s Historic Core (#8 on the NORDEGG DAYS Event Map at bottom of page). ALL car trailers to be parked in the first large gravel parking lot on Stuart Street, adjacent to the Nordegg Lodge Hotel (P1 on the Map). Top 10 & the People’s Choice Award to be drawn at 3.00pm. Show runs until 4.00pm. |
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Alberta Forestry will be on site to share information about wildfire operations, the role we all play in prevention, and how these efforts help keep Alberta’s forests healthy for future generations. Their display will feature a helitack crew and one of their key tools for initial attack - a helicopter. Visitors of all ages can also take part in hands-on activities to try out some of the skills helitack crews use in the field. Bertie Beaver, the Alberta Forestry mascot, will also be making a special appearance.
Workshops
ROADHOUSEarts Leather Workshop FULL
At the Mountains & Mines Market, near the Nordegg Church. Discover the art of leathercraft in a small-group setting. Create your own pair of handcrafted leather & fur mitts using premium kits, with two hours of guidance provided by Jennifer.
Workshop Details
Saturday Noon – 2.00 pm (Max.4 participants)
Sunday Noon – 2.00 pm (Max. 4 participants)
Cost. $50 per person
Adult workshop – not suitable for children.
Spaces are limited—perfect for those seeking a meaningful, skill-building experience rooted in mountain culture.
At the Mountains & Mines Market, near the Nordegg Church. Discover the art of leathercraft in a small-group setting. Create your own pair of handcrafted leather & fur mitts using premium kits, with two hours of guidance provided by Jennifer.
Workshop Details
Saturday Noon – 2.00 pm (Max.4 participants)
Sunday Noon – 2.00 pm (Max. 4 participants)
Cost. $50 per person
Adult workshop – not suitable for children.
Spaces are limited—perfect for those seeking a meaningful, skill-building experience rooted in mountain culture.
Rendered Earth Cyanotype Printing
Saturday 1:00pm
Max registrants: 15
Invented to allow early explorers and botanists to make photographic imprints of plants cyanotype is one of the earliest forms of photography.
Join us as we go back in time to explore this technique and “photograph” our local flora. Some easy walking will be required.
Meet at Rendered Earth Studio located in the basement of the Nordegg Community Church.
Saturday 1:00pm
Max registrants: 15
Invented to allow early explorers and botanists to make photographic imprints of plants cyanotype is one of the earliest forms of photography.
Join us as we go back in time to explore this technique and “photograph” our local flora. Some easy walking will be required.
Meet at Rendered Earth Studio located in the basement of the Nordegg Community Church.
CO-OP Birdhouse Building
Starts at noon Sunday in the West Fraser Outdoor Discovery Park Gazebo
Build a birdhouse! Step by step instructions provided. One kit per family, all supplies included.
Starts at noon Sunday in the West Fraser Outdoor Discovery Park Gazebo
Build a birdhouse! Step by step instructions provided. One kit per family, all supplies included.
Family Tie Dye
1pm and 1:30 pm Sunday in the West Fraser Outdoor Discovery Park Gazebo
Get ready for a colourful, creativity-filled day the whole family will enjoy! Bring one item per person to tie dye - great option include T-shirts, pillowcases, or bandanas (recommended 100% cotton for the best results).
A limited number of fabric pieces will be available on a first come first serve basis.
All other supplies are provided - just bring your imagination!
Maximum 5 people per family. Minimum of 1 adult per family must be present.
1pm and 1:30 pm Sunday in the West Fraser Outdoor Discovery Park Gazebo
Get ready for a colourful, creativity-filled day the whole family will enjoy! Bring one item per person to tie dye - great option include T-shirts, pillowcases, or bandanas (recommended 100% cotton for the best results).
A limited number of fabric pieces will be available on a first come first serve basis.
All other supplies are provided - just bring your imagination!
Maximum 5 people per family. Minimum of 1 adult per family must be present.
Untamed Foraging Workshop
Key identification features of edible and medicinal plant species, poisonous look-a-likes, sustainable harvesting and more.
8 am Saturday and Sunday at the Untamed Foraging booth at the Mountains and Mines Market.
Max 10 participants per 1 hour session
Key identification features of edible and medicinal plant species, poisonous look-a-likes, sustainable harvesting and more.
8 am Saturday and Sunday at the Untamed Foraging booth at the Mountains and Mines Market.
Max 10 participants per 1 hour session
Cabbage Roll Workshop
10 am to 12 pm Sunday at the Community Hall
take home what you make!
Max 5 participants
10 am to 12 pm Sunday at the Community Hall
take home what you make!
Max 5 participants
Events on Sunday August 31, 2025
Evergreen Co-op Kids Craft Zone
Starts at 11 am at the West Fraser Outdoor Discovery Park. Kids can learn new craft skills, and take home some great projects. sign up in advance see workshops above.
Starts at 11 am at the West Fraser Outdoor Discovery Park. Kids can learn new craft skills, and take home some great projects. sign up in advance see workshops above.
Miners Café Relay Races
Registration starts at 1:00 at the Outdoor Discovery Park. Registration is free, onsite, limited space available. Kids under 18 need a parent or guardian present.
Registration starts at 1:00 at the Outdoor Discovery Park. Registration is free, onsite, limited space available. Kids under 18 need a parent or guardian present.
Mountains & Mines Market 10am to 4pm
Nordegg’s Outdoor Crafters Market, find out more on the Markets in Nordegg page on this website or the Markets in Nordegg Facebook page
Kids Storytime:Nordegg Library
with Nicole & Anica Nowochin
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
11:30 - Rocky Mountain 123s by Jocey Asnog, suitable for children under 3
1:00 - Explorers of Canada series: David Thompson by Ellen Rogers, suitable for ages 9 to 13
Thank you to Unforced Rythms Ministry for their generous donation of binoculars
Graphics and signage courtesy of Anica Nowochin
Nordegg’s Outdoor Crafters Market, find out more on the Markets in Nordegg page on this website or the Markets in Nordegg Facebook page
Kids Storytime:Nordegg Library
with Nicole & Anica Nowochin
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
11:30 - Rocky Mountain 123s by Jocey Asnog, suitable for children under 3
1:00 - Explorers of Canada series: David Thompson by Ellen Rogers, suitable for ages 9 to 13
Thank you to Unforced Rythms Ministry for their generous donation of binoculars
Graphics and signage courtesy of Anica Nowochin
Music & Beer Gardens at the Community Hall and Stage
Paeton Cameron
Shaking up the stage
from 4 till 5 with Allen Christie,
then as Evening Headliner with Sean Pinchin at 7:30
Listen to the amazing live music of Paeton & Friends!
Paeton Cameron
Shaking up the stage
from 4 till 5 with Allen Christie,
then as Evening Headliner with Sean Pinchin at 7:30
Listen to the amazing live music of Paeton & Friends!
SUNDAY RAFFLE PRIZES!
The Nordegg Community Association Raffle draw will take place this year starting at 3:30 at the Mountains and Mines Market!
Tickets are $5.00 each or 3 for $10.00. Proceeds support the upkeep of all NCA facilities and to put on community events!
Prizes will be displayed at the Mountains & Mines Market on Saturday and Sunday.
50/50 is available online. 50/50 draw will be after the raffle prizes are drawn on Sunday. You do not need to be present at 50/50 draw to win. Winner will be contacted by phone or email.
NORDEGG DAYS Event Map
For those of you less familiar with Nordegg and the locations of where our events will be happening... review the MAP, look for the RED event flags and follow the MARKET signs to Nordegg's Historic Core where the Mountains & Mines Market as well as the Show & Shine will be taking place.
Although there is parking available throughout town, Visitors are encouraged to park in the EVENT & TRAILER PARKING (P1) and take to the trails, bring your walking shoes and/or bikes! Signs will be posted on the OHV trails as well :)
Although there is parking available throughout town, Visitors are encouraged to park in the EVENT & TRAILER PARKING (P1) and take to the trails, bring your walking shoes and/or bikes! Signs will be posted on the OHV trails as well :)
DONORS and SPONSORS of NORDEGG DAYS 2025
Mountaineering Level ($1,000+)
Adventurer Level ($250 - $999)
Community Heroes
