Canada's Badlands

<h2>MAY 23-25, 2025 | DRUMHELLER, ALBERTA</h2>The BIGGEST and BADDEST car show in the Badlands is back for its 27th year—and you don’t want to miss it! The Valley Cruisers Car Club is rolling out an unforgettable weekend packed with classic cars, roaring engines, live music, and vintage vibes!🔥 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS: ✅ Show &amp; Shine – Chrome, horsepower, and history on full display! ✅ Scenic Cruises – Take in the stunning Badlands landscape with a convoy of classics. ✅ Pin-Up Contest – Step back in time and celebrate vintage style! ✅ Live Bands – Rock out all weekend with incredible live performances. ✅ Vendor Alley – Shop unique automotive &amp; lifestyle treasures. ✅ Exclusive Swag &amp; Prizes – Score event-only merch and enter to win big!🌟 NEW THIS YEAR! Pre-register and grab special perks—including discounted pricing and exclusive event swag.🚧 TRAVEL TIP: The Gordon Taylor Bridge is under construction! If you’re heading in from Red Deer or Edmonton, plan an alternate route to avoid delays.👉 Follow us for updates &amp; pre-registration details: 🌎 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.valleycruisers.ca/">Official Website</a> 📍 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/p/Boogie-in-the-Badlands-100064946640055/">Facebook Event</a>📢 Mark your calendars, polish up your ride, and get ready to BOOGIE IN THE BADLANDS! See you in Drumheller, May 23-25, 2025! 🚗💨

Drumheller

Boogie in the Badlands

Rosebud School of the Arts’ Artists-in-Training Presents… Marion Bridge By Daniel Maclvor Studio StageDaniel Maclvor weaves a poignant story of three sisters in a Cape Breton kitchen as they confront their dying mother's wishes. Agnes, a struggling actress in recovery, seeks reconciliation with her past; Theresa, a disillusioned nun, finds solace in caring for her mother; and Louise, is a social misfit discovering newfound independence. This long-overdue journey to Marion Bridge becomes their story of reconciliation, love, and healing.Theatre-Only* Adult - $28.00 Youth - $18.00 Child - $18.00 *Add a buffet meal on Friday &amp; Saturdays after the show (subject to availability).

Rosebud Theatre

Marion Bridge

Brought to you by THE BADLANDS AMPHITHEATRE With presenting partners Rab and Banff &amp; Lake Louise TourismTICKETS: $21 (+ fees)Two nights of curated films from around the world. FRIDAY APRIL 25 – QUARTZITE PROGRAM- 7 PMSATURDAY APRIL 26 – BASALT PROGRAM – 7 PM Location: Badlands Amphitheatre Studio Space (Drumheller, AB)Join us in coming together to celebrate the spirit of adventure with Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour. Win great prizes each night of the festival. All ticket holders can join us for a community gathering at the Badlands Amphitheatre to celebrate outdoor communities in the Canadian Badlands. Your ticket includes a night of films, a guided hike, backstage tours, and more.

Badlands Amphitheatre

2025 Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour

<h3>The Ultimate Kickoff to Music Festival Season</h3>Dates: Friday, May 2, 2025 (6:00 PM – 11:00 PM) &amp; Saturday, May 3, 2025 (12:00 PM – 11:00 PM)Location: East Coulee School Museum &amp; East Coulee Community Hall, East Coulee, AlbertaGet ready to rock the Badlands! The 30th annual East Coulee SpringFest is back, bringing you over 30 electrifying performances across 3 stages in 2 historic venues. This isn’t just a music festival; it’s a full-blown celebration of community, culture, and cause, all in support of the East Coulee School Museum, a Provincial Historic Resource.Why You Can’t Miss SpringFest 2025:<ul><li>Diverse Music Lineup: From blues to folk, rock to roots, and country to alternative, we’ve got tunes to satisfy every musical taste.</li><li>Family-Friendly Vibes: Bring the whole crew! Our festival is perfect for music lovers of all ages.</li><li>Historic Venues: Experience performances in the charming settings of the East Coulee School Museum and Community Hall.</li><li>Support a Great Cause: All proceeds go towards preserving the East Coulee School Museum, keeping our local history alive.</li></ul>Festival Perks:<ul><li>Free Shuttle Service: Enjoy complimentary rides between Drumheller and East Coulee throughout the festival.</li><li>On-Site Delights: Savor delicious meals, snacks, and baked goods available for purchase at both venues.</li><li>Merch Galore: Grab exclusive band merchandise, SpringFest gear, and unique finds from our Museum gift shop.</li><li>Outdoor Art Market: Explore local art (weather permitting) and take home a piece of the Badlands.</li></ul>Tickets:<ul><li>Weekend Pass: $90</li><li>Friday Only: $45</li><li>Saturday Only: $70</li><li>Kids (10 &amp; Under): Free</li></ul>Tickets go on sale March 8, 2025. Purchase online or at local outlets:<ul><li>Riverside Value Drug Mart: 167 Centre St, Drumheller, AB</li><li>East Coulee School Museum Gift Shop: 359 2 Ave, East Coulee, AB</li></ul>Join the Festivities:Whether you’re a local or traveling in, East Coulee SpringFest 2025 promises an unforgettable weekend of music, community, and fun. Mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and let’s make this the best SpringFest yet!Stay Updated:<ul><li>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://ecsmuseum.ca/springfest/">East Coulee SpringFest</a></li><li>Facebook: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/ecspringfest/">East Coulee SpringFest</a></li></ul>Don’t miss out on the musical event of the year in the heart of the Canadian Badlands. See you there! 🎉

East Coulee

East Coulee SpringFest 2025

<h2>Power &amp; Precision International Sculpting Event – May 16 to 19, 2025</h2>This year&nbsp;Drumheller is stepping onto the International Arts Stage!Alberta’s biggest tree carving festival will be back during the May long weekend to welcome spring! Not just an event, Chainsaw Wizards is a project that was born to honor the trees that were cut down for the berms by giving them a new life in the Valley.As we strive to make every year better, now we are jumping onto the international stage!In collaboration with the world renowned carver Marina Cole, the Chainsaw Wizards Committee is excited to share the first edition of a new International Arts Festival: Power &amp; Precision, International Sculpting Event.You will experience the creation of amazing art by top talent from around the World!<blockquote>We will have carvers coming from Japan, Germany, Czechia, United States and more. Right here in our Valley!Save the date on your calendar to come witness the talent of these amazing artists.</blockquote>This event is for all ages, food and live music will be a part of the experience! We look forward to seeing you there!

Chainsaw Wizards

Every Brilliant Thing by Duncan Macmillan, with Jonny DonahoeStudio StageA mother’s struggle with chronic depression inspires her child’s life-changing mission: to create a list of Every Brilliant Thing to prove life is worth living. The task evolves into a profound exploration of life’s ups and downs and as the child grows into adulthood, the list grows too. With warmth, humour, and an interactive twist, this poignant performance celebrates resilience, gratitude, and reminds us of the beauty hidden in everyday moments.‍Theatre-Only* Adult - $ 40.00 Youth - $ 30.00 Child - $ 30.00*Add a buffet meal on Friday &amp; Saturdays after the show (subject to availability).

Every Brilliant Thing 

July 5 &amp; 6 |&nbsp; July 11, 12, 13 |&nbsp; July 18, 19, 20Limited Time offer until February 15SAVE UP TO 40% – 2 Tickets for $109 for the 2025 Badlands Passion Play (including fees).It’s that time of year! Our Winter sale makes great gifts for you, your friends, and your family. You save 40% off the ticket price for two tickets to the 2025 Badlands Passion Play.&nbsp;This 2-Ticket Coupon can be used for any performance of the 2025 Badlands Passion Play (July 5 &amp; 6/ July 11, 12, 12 / July 18, 19, 20). You can book your seat now or wait until you are ready to choose your seats and performance date.You can purchase your coupon online by clicking below or&nbsp;or by calling 403-823-2001.

2025 Badlands Passion Play Winter Special

<h3>Unleash the Beast Within</h3>Prepare to be engulfed by a sonic maelstrom. Loud As Hell is more than just a festival; it’s a metal pilgrimage to the heart of Canada’s badlands. Join us for a weekend of earth-shattering performances, bone-crushing mosh pits, and unforgettable memories.<h3>Make the most of your Loud As Hell camping adventure</h3>Loud As Hell Festival isn’t just about the music (though it’s gonna be face-melting!). It’s also about the camping experience – a chance to bond with your fellow metalheads under the vast Alberta sky.

Loud As Hell Open Air Festival

SATURDAY, AUGUST 9, 2025IN CONCERTBADLANDS AMPHITHEATREDRUMHELLER, ALBERTA<ul><li>PRESALE TO OUR NEWSLETTER COMMUNITY:</li><li>JANUARY 31st | 7 AM</li><li>PRESALE CODE ON SOCIAL MEDIA: FEBRUARY 3 | 10 AM</li><li> PUBLIC SALE: FEBRUARY 7 | 10 AM </li></ul> Canadian Icon Jann Arden returns to the Badlands Amphitheatre stage for another unforgettable night of music under a great big Alberta sky. Tickets: $59.50 to $109.50$8.50 ticket feeParking $8 advance /$10 at gate

Jann Arden at Badlands Amphitheatre

<h2>The Green House</h2>By Krista MarushyOpera HouseIn this bold new play, Susanne unravels a long-buried family mystery filled with foreboding dreams, a sole survivor, and a harrowing escape. Confronting her formidable mother and fiercely loyal brother, she is drawn back into the fantastical world of her childhood, piecing together a story she never fully understood. Through this journey, Susanne reexamines life’s most defining moments, uncovering who she truly is by rediscovering where she came from.Buffet +&nbsp;Live TheatreAdult $ 95.00 Youth $ 70.00 Child $ 67.00

The Green House

<h2>The Foreigner</h2>By Larry ShueOpera House Troubles at home prompt shy Charlie to escape to a rural fishing lodge in Georgia, where he is convinced to act the part of an exotic foreigner who speaks no English. His ruse sparks a hilarious web of misunderstandings as he inadvertently becomes privy to secrets and scandals that culminate in a showdown between the charming locals and the town villains. With a delightful blend of humour and heart, The Foreigner celebrates the unexpected connections that emerge when people rally for a common cause.‍Buffet +&nbsp;Live TheatreAdult - $95.00 Youth - $70.00 Child - $67.00