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COCHRANE DISCOVERY DAYS 2025
2025-08-29 - 2025-08-30, 2025-08-30 - 2025-08-31, 2025-08-31 - 2025-09-01, 2025-09-01 - 2025-09-02
The 2nd Annual Cochrane Discovery Days takes places Friday, August 29th to Monday, September 1st in Cochrane, in 5 different locations around town.
FULL DETAILS : DISCOVERY DAYS 2025

Cochrane Lions Labour Day Weekend Rodeo
2025-08-29 - 2025-09-02 | Lions Rodeo Grounds
59TH Cochrane Lions Rodeo presented by COWBOY TRAIL BREWERY.
TICKETS NOW ON SALE!!
visit: https://cochranerodeo.com/event/cochrane-lions-labour-day-rodeo-2025/
Get your tickets for this years 59th Cochrane Lions Rodeo on Labour weekend the official dates are: 29th August to Monday 1st September
Our event kicks off on Friday, get warmed up and get into the rodeo spirit by joining us. The whole day is completely FREE!!!!
Our free Friday Community Day event is our 🎁GIFT to Cochrane, thanks to our generous Community day Sponsors.
Friday Schedule
8am-11am FREE Pancake Breakfast at the Station 🥞🥞🚂
10-am-6pm Trading Post Market FREE ENTRY @(Events Centre)
2pm Rodeo Gates open FREE entry
2pm Bar Opens
3pm Ranch Rodeo begins, showcasing real western cowboy events showcasing traditional horsemanship used in modern day cattle ranching.
5pm FREE Community BBQ and Live Music 🍔🌭🎤
7pm FREE Family Cabaret with a top act, TBA!! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🎸🥁🎹🎤
Saturday Schedule (PLYGEM RETRO DAY)
10am-6pm Trading Post Market FREE ENTRY @(Events Centre)
11am Gates open
1pm Rodeo Begins
🐎Full FCA sanctioned Rodeo Program.
🐎Trick Rider Bella Da Costa
👑Rodeo Queen Farewell and Crowning
🏇Mounted Shooting Event
🥁Indigenous Dancers
👏Volunteer of The Year Awards
🐂 Wild Cow Races
🏰Kids Zone
🚚Food Vendors
🎁Swag give aways
🍻Licensed Bar
💵50/50
🎁Belt Buckle Draws
➕Many more events throughout the day!!
7pm 🎸🥁🎹🎤 Cabaret Gates Open with local warm-up acts
8.30pm-11.30pm Headliner The Johner Brothers entry $30 advanced tickets recommend.
12am Gates Close
Sunday Schedule (CALGARY CO-OP MAKE A WISH DAY)
7am-11am Make a Wish Charity Fun Run
10am-6pm Trading Post Market FREE ENTRY @(Events Centre)
11am Gates open
1pm Rodeo Begins
🐎Full FCA sanctioned Rodeo Program.
🐎Trick Rider Bella Da Costa
🏆Poster Art Competition Winner Buckle Presentation
🏇Mounted Shooting Event
🥁Indigenous Dancers
🐂 Wild Cow Races
🏰Kids Zone
🚚Food Vendors
🎁Swag give aways
🍻Licensed Bar
💵50/50
🎁Belt Buckle Draws
➕Many more events throughout the day!!
Monday Schedule (Veterans & First Responders Day)
10am-6pm Trading Post Market FREE ENTRY @(Events Centre)
11am Gates open
1pm Rodeo Begins
👮‍♂️👮‍♀️Veterans & First Responders Appreciation Parade
🐎Full FCA sanctioned Rodeo Program.
🐎Trick Rider Bella Da Costa
🥁Indigenous Dancers
🐂 Wild Cow Races
🏰Kids Zone
🚚Food Vendors
🎁Swag give aways
🍻Licensed Bar
💵50/50
🎁Belt Buckle Draws
➕Many more events throughout the day!!
TRADING POST MARKET
Friday • Saturday • Sunday • Monday
📍 Cochrane Lions Event Centre
🕘 Open Daily: 10am – 6pm
🛍️ Over 50 Vendors!
🤠 Western Wear • Horse Tack • Handmade Crafts
🧰 Local Woodworking • Apparel • Jewelry
🛒 Unique Consignment Items
🍪 Fine Foods – Baked Goods, Jams, Preserves & More!
✨ Come explore treasures, treats, and true western charm.
🧡 Support Local | Find Hidden Gems | Family Friendly
📅 4 Big Days of Deals & Discoveries
📞 Info: 403-837-0033
📍 109 5th Ave, Cochrane, AB
📲 Follow us on Facebook: @CochraneLionsEventCentre

MEN OF VISION RE-DEDICATION
2025-09-06 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Edmonton) | Cochrane Ranche, Hwy 1A, Cochrane, Alberta
You’re Invited! Men of Vision Re-Dedication Event — a special moment in Cochrane’s history during the weekend of Culture in Cochrane.

Saturday, Sept 6th
5–6 PM
Cochrane Historical Museum – Park area along the paved pathway
Free | Family-Friendly | All Are Welcome | Cupcakes

Witness the unveiling of the Men of Vision Statue by horses and view the new commemorative plaque honoring our community’s roots. Let’s celebrate the legacy that shaped Cochrane.

#CochraneHistory #MenOfVision #CommunityPride #CochraneEvents

Arctic Enigma: Searching For The Franklin Expedition
2025-10-01 18:15 - 19:15 | Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Street W, Cochrane, Alberta
Join us for a fascinating historical journey into the heart of one of the greatest Arctic mysteries—the search for Sir John Franklin and his lost expedition.
William Pullen, great-grandnephew of the Captain of HMS North Star, brings to life the dramatic and often harrowing story of the Belcher Expedition (1852–1854) – the final and largest mission to locate Franklin. Learn about the many efforts to find the missing explorer and gain a rare glimpse into daily life aboard North Star, frozen in Arctic ice for two brutal winters at Beechey Island.
Discover the resilience, hardship, and hope that defined this historic quest. The presentation will be followed by an open Q&A and discussion.
Don’t miss this compelling evening of history, exploration, and Arctic adventure!
Refreshments will be served.

Historical Presentation - The Willing Working Women
2026-02-18 19:00 - 21:00
Next Presentation at the Cochrane Historical Museum

Join us Wednesday, February 18th at 7:00 PM for our next evening presentation at the Cochrane Historical Museum.

We’re pleased to welcome Gemma Noon of Folklore Research, who will share the fascinating history of the Cochrane Library, recently celebrating its 75th anniversary. Learn how the library began, the people who championed it, and the important role it has played in our community over the decades.

A great evening for local history lovers and lifelong learners!
