Open Late Thursdays at The Messy Moose
2026-03-26 13:30 - 19:00, 2026-04-02 13:30 - 19:00, 2026-04-09 13:30 - 19:00, 2026-04-16 13:30 - 19:00, 2026-04-30 13:30 - 19:00, 2026-05-07 13:30 - 19:00, 2026-05-14 13:30 - 19:00, 2026-05-21 13:30 - 19:00 (America/Edmonton) | 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!

The Makers Table Art + Cafe, Adult Night at The Messy Moose
2026-04-01 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-08 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-15 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-29 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-06 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-13 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-20 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/

Tween Paint Night at The Messy Moose Studio
2026-04-17 17:30 - 19:00 | The Messy Moose Inc., 123 2nd Avenue West, Unit #3, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Get ready for a creative night out just for kids! Join us at The Messy Moose Studio for a fun and inspiring Tween Paint Night, where young artists can explore their imagination, learn simple painting techniques, and bring home their very own masterpiece. This guided paint session is designed to build confidence, spark creativity, and let kids express themselves in a relaxed, encouraging environment. No experience needed—just enthusiasm!
What’s Included: Step-by-step instructions from our friendly Messy Moose art facilitators All materials (canvas, paints, brushes) A finished artwork to take home Pizza dinner Lots of laughter, creativity, and messy fun!

Ages: 8-14
Cost: $45
Date: April 17th, 2026
Time: 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Location: The Messy Moose Studio, Cochrane
Dress Code: Dress for a bit of mess! Spaces are limited to keep the experience cozy and fun.
To grab a spot today and let your kiddo enjoy a colourful night out at The Messy Moose visit messymoosestudio.com and select Book Online.

Sip and Sculpt Fridays!
2026-04-17 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!

Medicine Pouch Making & Teaching
2026-04-19 13:00 - 14:30 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Medicine Pouch Making & Teachings!
Led by Judy Everson, an Indigenous storyteller, Momma Moon Journeys invites you to embark on a journey of cultural discovery.
Come, gather round, and let the stories of Momma Moon Journeys carry you on a journey of discovery, connection, and cultural exchange as we come together to honor the past, celebrate the present, and embrace the future of Indigenous culture.
Date: April 19th, 2026
Time: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Location: Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery
Price: $125 + GST | Fees
All supplies will be provided.
All are welcome and open to all ages!
Visit our website @ route22gallery.com under events for more information!

Crafternoons at Route 22
2026-04-21 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-26 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-28 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-03 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-05 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-10 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-12 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-17 15:00 - 17:00 and 2 more dates | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Join the Cochrane Crafting Collective for drop-in crafting afternoons in Route 22 Gallery’s Makerspace, surrounded by creative inspiration!

Step into the Route 22 Makerspace with the Cochrane Crafting Collective to enjoy some social, low-key, and self-directed creating time in a space full of creative inspiration!
Dates:

Tuesdays & Sundays, Weekly

Times:

Tuesdays: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Sundays: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Location: Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery
Cost: FREE with optional registration | (These session are open for drop-in!)
Audience: Ages 15+
Crafters are welcome to come and make use of the Route 22 Makerspace, within the Route 22 gallery to enjoy some social, low-key and self-directed creative time in a highly creative environment.
Our members artists will be on site in the gallery during these hours and the gallery is also open to the public during these times. There is a small kitchen area (kettle, coffee make, fridge) and washroom available for the drop-in sessions. Please be respectful of our space and leave things as you find them.
There are many ways to become involved with our creative community!
Crafters who wish to further support or contribute to the Route 22 creative space and opportunities are encouraged to consider a support membership (20$ annually) or to donate! Visit our website at: Support The Gallery – Route 22 (route22gallery.com).
Did you know that Route 22 Members get a 10% discount on all programming/events? Apply today! Become a Member – Route 22 (route22gallery.com)
About our Organization:
The Collective has established an elevated, multi-discipline visual arts gallery–operated by its dedicated members of the Route 22 Artist Collective Ltd. Behind the gallery display space is an Arts Makerspace intended to provide arts programming for all ages. The arts play a huge role in building healthy communities and maintaining mental wellness. The challenging times we are living in brings this truth to the forefront illuminates the importance of art in helping people cope in difficult times. The arts connect, nourish and sustain us on a fundamental human level.

JAM & DRAW MIXER AT FOUND
2026-04-21 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
A welcoming space for musicians and artists at any skill level; play non-stop music with each other in an open circle, “living room” setting! If you don’t play, we will have a variety of art supplies available.
This space offers a chance to jam with friends and meet new people in your community. All instruments & genres (even spoken word/emcees) are welcome. This is a queer-friendly space.
Cover by donation: RSVP HERE
