HOTTIMES

Recommendations

Info

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 26 aUgUST 6-11 THE SASKATOON EX aUgUST 2-5 SASKATOON RIBFEST Join us August 2 to 5 for fun and festivities at Saskatoon RibFest. This four-day family event will offer great food, live entertainment, champion rib vendors from across Canada, professional barbecue competition, kids’ fun area, food and craft vendors and a beer tent. Did we mention that admission and entertainment are free? Come on over to Diefenbaker Park and enjoy this August long weekend at Saskatoon RibFest. RibFest hours are Friday, August 2 from 4 to 10 p.m.; Saturday, August 3 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. ; Sunday, August 4 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Monday, August 5 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saskatoon RibFest is organized by the Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana in partnership with the Saskatchewan BBQ Association. For more details, visit these websites: saskatoonribfest.com; saskatoonbbq.com. The Saskatoon EX is Saskatchewan’s largest summer festival with six days of non-stop entertainment! Now in its 127th year, this annual event excites people of all ages, featuring a variety of performers from large grandstand entertainment to hypnotists, animal acts, pony chuckwagon and chariot racing, Cirque acrobats and children’s entertainment! Get into the EX spirit by attending the annual Parade, winding its way through downtown Saskatoon, now being presented on the Saturday prior to the EX – August 3! The SaskTel Grandstand Stage is always a popular destination, hosting performers from every genre of the music industry. For ride enthusiasts, there are two midways, Kidsville for the thrills and chills of the little ones and the main midway for those who want to experience the unforgettable big thrills, including a feature new ride - the MARK III. A visit to the EX is not complete without taste testing the many one-of-a-kind food items at the indoor food fair or along Concession Row featuring our famous Spudnuts. Join in the fun as a daily Mardi Gras parade winds its way through the midway and end your day with a spectacular fireworks presentation. The Saskatoon EX has a longstanding tradition of involving the community through a variety of competitions including the Saskatchewan Youth Talent Search and the Showcase of Arts. The EX is the opportunity to make memories that will last a lifetime! For more information call Prairieland Park at 306.931.7149 or 1.888.931.9333 or go to saskatoonexhibition.ca. 32 Saskatoon Shines! bestsaskatoonhotels.com HOT TIMES - SUMMER 2013
aUgUST 15-17 FOLKFEST “Expect The World From Us!” This vibrant cultural celebration expands your world in a single weekend by visiting Saskatoon’s annual cultural showcase in three days! From dragons to trolls, you will create memories in your mind and your heart while enjoying ethnic cuisine, and marvelling at the high calibre cultural entertainment and displays. Your Folkfest passport gives you unlimited access to all 22 pavilions, free transportation on Folkfest shuttles which provide 15 minute service to all pavilions, major hotels and the many park & ride locations. Passports are $15; children 12 years and under are admitted free when accompanied by an adult. Experience Saskatoon’s pride in cultural diversity! Visit saskatoonfolkfest.ca for all the details! For more information, call the Folkfest office at 306. 931.0100. aUgUST 30-31 POTASHCORP FIREWORKS FESTIVAL An explosive Labour Day Weekend awaits you at PotashCorp Fireworks Festival in Saskatoon August 30 and 31. Set amidst the picturesque South Saskatchewan River with downtown Saskatoon and the Meewasin River Valley as its backdrop, The PotashCorp Fireworks Festival features extraordinary cultural shows, live bands, family games and activities, beer gardens and of course fireworks choreographed to music. Unique fireworks shows cap off Friday and Saturday and there’s plenty to enjoy. This year’s Fireworks Festival will pay homage to the Green & White and 101st Grey Cup; meet Hall of Famers, record holders and fan favourites, plus lots of special surprises. Take part in the Fireworks Run, check out the Safety Fair, the renowned Art Show and vote for your favourite fireworks. Visit potashcorpfireworksfestival.ca to win prizes and for more info. Visit bestsaskatoonhotels.com for the best places to stay. HOT TIMES - SUMMER 2013 tourismsaskatoon.com Saskatoon Shines! 33
Page 1 and 2: saskatoon’s Premiere tourism maga
Page 3 and 4: with non-stop Hot Times! Visit us a
Page 5 and 6: short walk from the arena. FanFest
Page 7 and 8: OFFSET YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT The As
Page 9 and 10: The setting alone is one of a kind
Page 11 and 12: HOT TIMES IN SASKATOON! May 26 CENT
Page 13 and 14: Meewasin - A Habitat for All! Meewa
Page 15 and 16: JUNE 9 BRIDGE CITY BOOGIE The StarP
Page 17 and 18: JUly 1 Optimist Canada Day Celebrat
Page 19 and 20: JUly 4-7 PGA TOUR CANADA - DAKOTA D
Page 21 and 22: JUly 7 PIZZA HUT PRESENTS THE 8TH A
Page 23 and 24: JUly 13-14 PION-ERA 2013 Join the f
Page 25 and 26: ook your SASKATOON experience pass
Page 30 and 31: REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS WITH REAL
Page 34 and 35: SUNDAY, JUNE 9 To register or volun
Page 36 and 37: Walk, Run or Roll! MEEwaSIN VallEy
Page 38 and 39: Continued FRoM PAGe 36 Explore rive
Page 40 and 41: Explore our river valley MEEwaSIN I
Page 42 and 43: CONTINUED FROM PAGE 40 Walk on the
Page 44 and 45: LET US ENTERTAIN YOU! THE baRN play
Page 46 and 47: HISTORY, ART & CULTURE COME TO LIFE
Page 48 and 49: THE waNUSKEwIN HERITagE paRK: The N
Page 50 and 51: OCTOBEREVENTS PINK OCTObER 2 Red Gr
Page 52 and 53: saskatoon’s downtown dining scene
Page 54 and 55: “We have the kind of vibrancy dow
Page 56: 56 Saskatoon Shines! bestsaskatoonh

HOTTIMES

You also want an ePaper? Increase the reach of your titles

Delete template?

Save as template?