Brett Kissel headlines Canada Day at Spruce Meadows with live sport and barbecue
The weatherproof celebration runs 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday with show jumping, live entertainment, food, and admission from $10 to $25.
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Rain is forecast for Canada Day, but Spruce Meadows is bringing the celebration indoors with a full day of Canadian festivities, including a live performance from country star Brett Kissel.
Guests can expect international show jumping alongside indoor corgi races, duck herding, Prairie Dogs agility shows, and the Lord Strathcona Mounted Troop Musical Ride. Families can explore face painting stations, a dedicated Kids' Zone, a mini-animal petting zoo, food trucks and vendor shopping.
A complimentary classic Canadian barbecue, presented by ATCO, kicks off at 12:30 p.m. and is available for the first 3,000 guests. At 3 p.m., Brett Kissel takes the stage in the Equi-Plex for a live performance of fan-favourite hits.
For those feeling adventurous, the Horizons Pavilion offers live tattooing with exclusive Spruce Meadows and Canada Day designs led by James Tex, winner of Season 16 of Ink Master. Guests can walk up and get tattooed onsite, with tequila and canned cocktails available.
A costume contest offers five prize packages valued up to $1,000 for the most festive Canada Day outfits. Admission is $25 plus GST for adults and $10 plus GST for children aged 3 to 12 and seniors. Parking is free, and admission includes access to the live show jumping, entertainment and all festivities.
Canada Day at Spruce Meadows runs Wednesday, July 1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 18011 Spruce Meadows Way S.W.
