COCHRANE'S INDIGENOUS ARTS & CULTURE WEEK 2026
2026-03-08 - 2026-03-15 | Alberta
LEARN MORE ABOUT 2026 COCHRANE INDIGENOUS ARTS & CULTURE WEEK.

READ: https://urbancasual.ca/cochranes-indigenous-arts-and-culture-week-march-8-to-14-2026/

Cochrane Public Library – Wazin Ichinabi Ti House of Oneness Society

Master Your Painting with Lorri Pullman-MacDonald
2026-03-14 10:30 - 16:00, 2026-03-15 10:30 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Master Your Painting
Join Lorri Pullman-MacDonald and learn how to create a good composition with limited colours!
In this 2-day weekend workshop, participants will follow along with a demo and talk from Lorri about getting a good composition and how using limited colours can create a strong painting!
*Participants are able to join for just the Saturday session or for the full weekend workshop.
During the workshop, you will:
Students will learn how to use a scene as a source of inspiration to create a strong painting.
They will also learn which colours of paint go together and how make them work on a painting.
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, March 14 & 15th | 2026
Time: 10:30 am – 4:00 pm
Price:
– Saturday Only: $100 + GST | Fees
– Full Weekend: $175 + GST | Fees
Audience: 18+
For more information and to register:
– Scan the QR code to get registered now!
– OR, visit our website @ route22gallery.com under events for more information!

Indigenous Arts & Craft Market
2026-03-14 11:00 - 16:00 | The Lions Event Centre, 109 5th Avenue, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Vendors Wanted – Indigenous Market

Apply at https://cochranelionsclub.mymarket.org/forms/signup

Call 403 837 0033 for assistance

Booths are $30

The Makers Table Art + Cafe, Adult Night at The Messy Moose
2026-03-18 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-25 18:00 - 20:00 | The Messy Moose Inc., 123 2nd Avenue West, Unit #3, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
The Maker’s Table at The Messy Moose is an evening art & café for adults who miss making things.
Wednesdays, starting January 28th, from 6 pm to 8 pm (to start!)
When the studio quiets and the lights soften, we set the table with thoughtfully curated materials, warm drink options, and space to slow down. The nights are open studio evenings where you can follow your curiosity without pressure.
No experience required. No perfection expected.
Just good materials, good company, and the simple pleasure of working with your hands and clearing your mind.
Pricing:
Menu to start – will vary
Needle felting kits $45. Add finger protectors for $17 or bring your own!
Silly animal wood paint kit $25 (Laser cut 3d wood, silly animal in a frame)
Water colour kit $20 (Includes take-home water colour paint, paintbrush and a small stack of water colour paper)
Drop in, create with our materials for $23. Includes options like sketching, use of watercolour pencils, colouring, pastels, and paint.
Add-ons: Canvases 5×7 $2, and 8×10 $4
Drop in with your own project, be social, $10, or for Seniors, $5
In collaboration with Still Water Tea!
Still Water Tea will be open for the purchase of tea and snacks, which you can bring back to The Messy Moose.
Come with your friends, or alone and meet new ones!
Gather, Create, Connect!

REGISTER HERE: https://messymoosestudio.com/product/the-makers-table-adult-night/

Open Mic Nights @ Route 22!
2026-03-18 18:30 - 21:00 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Open Mic Nights @ Route 22!
Calling all poets, musicians, magicians & comedians! Come share your talents in an intimate setting, or sit and cheer on your fellow locals!
Every 3rd Wednesday, monthly.
Time: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Route 22 Artist Collective
Cost: $5 for spectators (Free for performers)
Audience: All Ages Welcome!
Description:
At Route 22, we believe in ALL forms of art! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just looking to showcase your talents, this event is the perfect opportunity to share your music, poetry, comedy, or any other creative form of expression. A fun way to test out new material or get feedback from like-minded folks. Don’t be shy – bring a friend, grab a drink, sit back, and enjoy the show with us.
Pre-purchase not required, walk-ins welcome by admission at the door
Doors open at 6:30 pm for pre-show mingling and to sign-up for the stage
Performances begin at 7pm sharp
*Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase at this event*

Open Late Thursdays at The Messy Moose
2026-03-19 13:30 - 19:00, 2026-03-26 13:30 - 19:00 | The Messy Moose Inc., 123 2nd Avenue West, Unit #3, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Super Fun Late Night Thursday at The Messy Moose 🎨✨
Thursdays just got way better.
Late Night Thursday is all about big creativity, zero pressure, and the kind of fun that only happens when the day winds down and the studio stays lit. Expect open-ended art stations, sensory play, music, laughs, and plenty of room to experiment, explore, and get messy.
No step-by-step projects. No “do it this way.” Just materials, imagination, and the freedom to create however it feels right.
Perfect for kids who love to stay up a little later, try something new, and hang out in a relaxed, creative space with friends.
Come for the mess. Stay for the magic.
Same great drop in price!

Beaded Bookmark Workshop
2026-03-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Street W, Cochrane, Alberta
“Celebrate the beauty and skill of Indigenous beadwork in this interactive children’s workshop led by Kelly Gordon of Alberta Landbased Education. Participants will discover how beadwork reflects creativity, identity, and tradition while learning techniques to create a personalized beaded bookmark. This activity blends artistry with cultural learning, offering a meaningful way to connect with Indigenous heritage.
This program is open to ages 8 and up. It’s an excellent opportunity to develop new skills, express creativity, and gain insight into the stories and traditions carried through beadwork.
This event is proudly supported by the Ethnocultural Grant from the Government of Alberta as part of Weaving Connections: Indigenous Culture, History, and Healing, an initiative dedicated to fostering understanding and cultural appreciation.”

Sip and Sculpt Fridays!
2026-03-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Sip and Sculpt Fridays!
Join Michael Emery for a hands-on soapstone carving workshop. Enjoy some refreshments from our cash bar while you learn the fundamentals of shaping stone and creating a finished sculptural piece!
Participants will learn basic carving techniques, safe material handling, and simple hand-sanding methods using water to reduce dust. With the ability to choose from a small set of pre-selected shapes and designs, participants will be able to create a finished sculptural piece. The emphasis is on process, experimentation, and creative confidence rather than artistic perfection.
No prior experience is required, and each participant will leave with a completed stone carving they created themselves.
When:
– February 20, 2026 | 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
– March 20, 2026 | 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
– April 17, 2026 | 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, Cochrane AB
Cost:
– $50, + GST | Fees
For more information and to register:
– Scan the QR code to get registered now!
– OR, visit our website @ route22gallery.com under events for more information!

Photography Basics with Jo-Anne Oucharek
2026-03-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Photography Basics with Jo-Anne Oucharek
Join Jo-Anne for a hands-on workshop designed for anyone who wants to take better photos, using a camera or phone!
You’ll learn:
– How to use the exposure triangle (aperture, shutter speed, ISO) without the jargon
– Simple tricks to compose stronger photos
– Why light is everything in photography
– Easy tips to practice at home or outdoors with any camera
*No experience required! — Just bring your curiosity and your camera (or phone). By the end, you’ll have the confidence to move beyond “auto mode” and start capturing photos that tell your story.
Dates:
– Saturday, February 21st | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
– Tuesday, March 24th | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
– Sunday, April 12th | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
– Thursday, June 25th | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Price: $25 + GST | Fees
For more information and to register:
– Scan the QR code to get registered now!
– OR, visit our website @ route22gallery.com under events for more information!

Creative Confluence Exhibit Opening Reception
2026-03-27 16:00 - 20:00 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
We proudly present our next Solo Exhibition in our downtown Cochrane Gallery location.
“Creative Confluence” – Art Exhibition featuring the art of local artists Alan Jones and Karen Pedersen.
This exhibition is showing from March 23 to April 19, 2026.
Experience the wonderful dialogue between distinct approaches to observation, interpretation, and painterly expression capturing the exploration of landscapes, still life, and the natural world!
Opening Reception | Celebration:
Friday – March 27, 2026
Time: 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Location: Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, Cochrane, AB.
All are welcome and refreshments will be provided!
For More info:
– Please visit our website at www.route22gallery.com under Programming for our Events Calendar!
