Sherwood Park events this weekend: art show, artisan market, and community programs
Falling into Colour Art Show opens Friday in Sherwood Park, the WE Seniors Artisan Guild Market launches Saturday, and several community events run through Sunday.
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Sherwood Park and surrounding Strathcona County have a full weekend of events for locals and visitors.
Falling into Colour Art Show and Sale opens with a reception October 18 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at A.J. Ottewell Community Centre, 590 Broadmoor Boulevard. The show, presented by the Art Society of Strathcona County, continues Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., featuring local artists and original artwork. The organizers encourage shopping local and supporting area artists.
On October 19, the WE Seniors Artisan Guild Market opens its inaugural event from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Festival Way in Sherwood Park. The juried market features artisans aged 55 and older displaying handcrafted items including woodworking, textiles, jewelry, and more. For details, call 780-400-2111 or email questions@weseniors.ca.
Other events through the weekend include Nibblefest on October 18 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at South Cooking Lake Seniors Association, where chef Ray Mallare prepares soups, brunch bowls, lunches, and his signature carrot cake while discussing his food program. Cost is $10 per person; register at information@sclsa.ca or 780-484-7637.
On Friday evening, ANAVETS hosts its Oktoberfest Dinner at Wye Community Hall with doors opening at 5:00 p.m. Entertainment by the For the Love of Music band accompanies food, music, and dancing. Cost is $20 for members, $25 for non-members. RSVP by October 12 to Sherri at 780-417-3030.
Sunday afternoon, the Ardrossan 55+ Club hosts a Sunday Dance from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at 21 Queen Street in Ardrossan, featuring music by Dennis Kinasewich & Friends. Tickets are $12 at the door and include a 2:30 p.m. snack.
At a glance
Where is the Falling into Colour Art Show?
The Falling into Colour Art Show is at A.J. Ottewell Community Centre, 590 Broadmoor Boulevard in Sherwood Park.
When does the Falling into Colour Art Show open?
The show opens with a reception on October 18, 2026 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., then continues October 19 and 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
What is the WE Seniors Artisan Guild Market?
The WE Seniors Artisan Guild Market is an inaugural juried market featuring artisans aged 55 and older selling handcrafted items including woodworking, textiles, jewelry, and more. It runs October 19, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Festival Way in Sherwood Park.
What is Nibblefest and when is it?
Nibblefest takes place on October 18, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at South Cooking Lake Seniors Association, where chef Ray Mallare prepares soups, brunch bowls, lunches, and carrot cake while discussing his food program. The cost is $10 per person.
