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Village of Play May Schedule
2025-05-25 - 2025-05-26, 2025-05-26 - 2025-05-27, 2025-05-27 - 2025-05-28, 2025-05-28 - 2025-05-29, 2025-05-29 - 2025-05-30, 2025-05-30 - 2025-05-31, 2025-05-31 - 2025-06-01 | Alberta
Discover May’s vibrant lineup at Village of Play! From Brain Builders for kids (ages 6-11) to movement & mindfulness classes for teens, adults, parents, babies, and kids, we’ve got something for everyone. Join us for play, growth, and connection—your family’s go-to spot for fun and enrichment in Cochrane!”

Cochrane Wild Rose Square Dance Club
2025-05-26 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | Seniors on the Bow, 800 Griffin Road E., Cochrane, AB, Canada
Square dance lessons for beginners Mondays at 6:30 p.m.
Experienced dancers start at 7 p.m.
Singles, couples, and families are welcome (12 yrs+).
Casual dress. We are closed for July and August.

St. Andrew's Community Lunch
2025-05-27 12:00 - 13:00 | St. Andrew’s United Church, 128 1st Street E, Cochrane, AB
Our free Community Lunch resumes next week: 12-1pm, every Tuesday, starting Sept 17th!Come join us for freshly-homemade soup, a bun, and good conversation, here at St. Andrew’s United Church.

Cochrane Historical Museum
2025-05-28 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-29 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-30 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-31 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-01 12:00 - 16:00 | Cochrane Ranche, Hwy 1A, Cochrane, Alberta
Visit the Cochrane Historical Museum Wednesday through Sunday (plus stat Mondays) until September 1st, 12pm to 4pm.
Learn more: https://urbancasual.ca/history-live-here-cochrane-historical-museum-opens-at-the-ranche-may-17th/

Drop-In Storytime (Parented) Thursday
2025-05-29 11:15 - 12:15 | Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Street W, Cochrane, Alberta
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories that will incorporate early literacy skills into your daily routine. These sessions will keep your preschooler interacting from start to finish!
Spring Session: May 1 – June 5
*All Early Literacy sessions are drop in, to a maximum of 25 people. Program passes will be available on a first come, first served basis.

BVHS JAZZ GALA
2025-05-29 18:30 - 20:30 | Alberta
Thursday, May 29 – BVHS JAZZ GALA, starting at 6:30 PM at BVHS Gymnasium
This will be a night full of swing, rock, funk, and Latin grooves! Finger foods and mocktails will be served!
The Jazz Gala, marks a new tradition for the school’s music program. The theme of the evening is Love and Heartbreak, offering an emotional journey through jazz classics and contemporary favorites. The program will feature iconic songs by Michael Bublé and Aretha Franklin, among others, bringing a soulful and romantic atmosphere to the stage. From smooth ballads to upbeat swing numbers, the Jazz Gala promises an evening of rich musical storytelling and heartfelt performances.

Little Sprouts at Growing Roots
2025-05-30 10:30 - 12:00 | Alberta
Get outside with your 18–36 month olds in this parented outdoor program at the Cochrane Ranch. This Forest School program provides a fantastic opportunity for kids to explore, play outside with other kids and make new friends. It’s for kids who are ready to dip their toes into the larger world but are not ready to be on their own just yet. Let’s help our littles embrace their curiosity and take on the world with confidence!
When: Friday mornings, 10:30-12
Where: Historic Cochrane Ranche
Who: 18-36 months olds and their families – siblings welcome!
Cost: First class free! Then $15/class. Register for only the class(es) you wish to attend
More details at GrowingRootsKids.ca

Friday Night Trivia (Family Friendly)
2025-05-30 18:30 - 20:00 | Cochrane Legion, 114 5th Ave, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 1A5, Canada
Join us Friday night for our weekly BBQ and stay for Trivia
Everyone welcome
No membership required

Cochrane Pet Expo 2025
2025-05-31 10:00 - 16:00 | Cochrane AG Society Grounds
Get ready for wagging tails, whisker-twitching fun, and a whole lot of adorable chaos—Cochrane
Pet Expo is back for its third annual event on Saturday, June 7, 2025, presented by Global Pet
Foods Cochrane at the Cochrane & District AG Society Grounds.

Produced by local event company Quirk Social Ltd., this pet-friendly festival is packed with
something for every animal lover. Expect a full day of entertainment, shopping, and interactive
fun, including:
Dachshund Races Dash – Tiny legs, big energy! Cheer on the town’s speediest sausages in this
hilarious, high-stakes race. (12pm)

● Face Painting & Colouring –Perfect for the little ones—let their imaginations run WILD.
● Pet Photo Booth – Capture a fun keepsake of you & your pet.
● Butterfield Acres – Meet and greet farm animals in this hands-on experience.
● Marketplace Vendors – Discover unique pet products, services, and more.
● Rescue Row – Connect with local rescue organizations and learn how you can support
or adopt.
● Food Trucks – Grab a bite from a lineup of local favourites while you enjoy the day.

Cochrane Pet Expo is the next big event in Quirk Social’s event lineup for 2025, organizer Kailey
Mitchell says “This event has grown into such a joyful gathering for the community and their
beloved pets. Get ready for a day filled with furry friends, fantastic shows, and family fun!”, says
Mitchell. “We can’t wait to see Cochrane come out to celebrate their furry friends and support
local organizations.”

Admission is just $2/person or $5/family, and the first 100 families through the gate will score a
swag bag filled with samples, coupons, and surprises.

Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome to attend – please be sure they’re comfortable in crowds.
Cochrane Pet Expo 2025 is proudly presented by Global Pet Foods Cochrane.

For more information, follow @cochranepetexpo on social media or visit
https://quirksocial.ca/cochrane-pet-expo/

Let's Go Lego at the Cochrane Public Library
2025-05-31 11:00 - 12:00 | Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Street W, Cochrane, Alberta
Join us for our all-ages Let’s Go Lego drop-in, where you can learn while having fun! We have lots of Lego Education and Steam sets and will be spending hands-on time letting our imaginations go wild!
We play on Saturdays between 11:00am and 12:00pm.

Footstock 2025
2025-06-01 - 2025-06-02 | Spray Lake Sawmill Family Sports Centre, 800 Griffin Road, Cochrane, AB
Footstock 2025 – Sunday, June 1
Presented by Garmin Cochrane
Footstock Kids’ Tri / Family 3k / 5k / 10k / 18k Corporate Relay / 18k Solo
Age Groups for all races: age as of Dec 31, 2025
