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Festival season has a way of splashing paint on your cheeks and adding pep in your step on your way to good food, good beer, and new friends. With Canada\u2019s 150th<\/sup> anniversary coming up, you better believe that towns around the provinces are showcasing their biggest festivals yet.<\/p>\n

In the spirit of getting to know more of the country through its cultural fairs, we\u2019re presenting the must-see events of the year. These were chosen based on factors like national buzz, local pride, strength of headliners, and wacky sights you simply can\u2019t miss. Here are the top 17 Canadian festivals you can\u2019t miss in 2017.<\/p>\n

Freezer Burn<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

Location: Ponoka, Alberta<\/a>
\nDate: June 22 \u2013 June 26
\nPrice: TBA
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Coming home with a story to tell is one of the best parts of any weekend. And trust us, you\u2019ll have plenty to say when you return home from Freezer Burn\u2014the Burning Man-sanctioned regional event. This Ponoka experience creates a dream-like community in the foothills for four days in June. Sure, there are paintings and sculptures and music, but the heart of the event is opening yourself up to new friendships and artistic expressions\u2014especially with this year\u2019s theme of \u201cWhere the Wild Things Roam.\u201d This festival is about freedom. You ready to let go?<\/p>\n

Other must-do activities around Ponoka: Don\u2019t skip a tour through the Fort Ostell Museum, which displays regional pioneer and First Nations artifacts. Take a picture in front of the world\u2019s largest bucking saddle bronc and rider sculpture off Highway 2A. And don\u2019t miss the 75-year-old Ponoka Stampede, which begins right as the festival ends.<\/p>\n

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Country Thunder Saskatchewan<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

Location: Craven, Saskatchewan
\nDate: July 13-16
\nPrice: $99 for one day, $185 for 4-day pass
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\nDust off that cowboy hat because Country Thunder Saskatchewan is making its second appearance in Craven this summer. Known as one of the premier country music festivals in North America, this event proudly boasts a fan base of over 100,000 spectators. This summer is going big, with a lineup that includes Blake Shelton, Keith Urban, and Cassadee Pope.<\/p>\n

Other must-do activities around Craven: Go for a stroll around Qu\u2019Appelle River, or take a tour at the Last Mountain House (originally built in 1869).<\/p>\n

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Emerge Festival<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

Location: Laurentian Valley, Ontario
\nDate: June 29\u2014July 2
\nPrice: $172
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\nMaybe mindfulness is on your New Year\u2019s resolution list and you still haven\u2019t gotten around to it. Maybe you\u2019re a hardcore yogi looking for a fresh round of meditation techniques. Or maybe you simply want to experience the Laurentian Valley from a yoga mat. Whatever your cause, you can expect your inspiration to increase tenfold at the Emerge Festival. Complete with yoga classes, speakers, workshops, meditation, and live music, it\u2019s a festival that dares you to embrace new ideas.<\/p>\n

Other must-do activities around Laurentian Valley: Make a date at the Skylight Drive-in, enjoy a round of golf at Pembroke Golf Club, or road trip out of the city and sign up for a whitewater rafting experience through Owl Rafting.<\/p>\n

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Promenade Days<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

Location: Barrie, Ontario<\/a>
\nDate: July 1-3
\nPrice: Free
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\nIt\u2019s one of the best festivals in Ontario\u2014not to mention the longest running event in downtown Barrie. Yes, we\u2019re talking about Promenade Days. Started in 1974, this annual summer event lights up Dunlop Street with street vendors, musicians, and rides for the kiddos. Barrie isn\u2019t pulling any stops this year, with Canada\u2019s 150th<\/sup> birthday on the horizon. Look out for waterfront fireworks on Kempenfelt Bay, enormous cakes baked by local artisans, and a Canada Day concert series.<\/p>\n

Other must-do activities in Barrie: Try something new with ax throwing at Iron Nation Ax Throwing. Take a gander at new works of art at the MacLaren Art Centre. Or test your strength at Tough Mudder 2017.<\/p>\n

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Montebello Rockfest<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

Location: Montebello, Quebec<\/a>
\nDate: June 22 \u2013 June 25
\nPrice: $175 for weekend pass<\/p>\n

Started 12 years ago by a local 17-year-old who wanted the punk rock scene closer to home, Montebello Rockfest has grown into one of the largest events in the region. That said, the festival is a truly noble example of big sounds mixed with small town pride. Start your morning with brunch in scenic downtown Montebello, then end your night with screaming guitars and blistering snare drums at the festival. This year\u2019s lineup includes Iggy Pop, Wu Tang Clan, and Queens of the Stone Age, and the festival has swelled in popularity in recent years\u20142017\u2019s show is on par for its biggest year yet.<\/p>\n

Other must-do activities around Montebello: Sign up for a ride with Montebello Stables, one of the oldest stables in the country, or rev up the engines for an geo-scooter ride through Geo Explora.<\/p>\n

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Wienerfest Home County Festival<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

Location: Embro, Ontario
\nDate: June 24
\nPrice: Free
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\nLife\u2019s too \u201cshort\u201d not to have a few laughs. The Wienerfest corrals over 1,000 dachshunds for a number of activities, like races, bobbing for wieners (where pooches bob for hot dogs), and costume contests. On top of that, there are dozens of vendors selling specialty art and pet care wares. Fun fact: This is the largest breed-specific event in Canada. Oh, and if that wasn\u2019t enough, the festival raises funds to help abandoned pets find loving homes. We consider this festival a real \u201cwiener.\u201d<\/p>\n

Other must-do activities around Embro: Tap into the spirit of Scotland when you attend the Embro Highland Games, which includes traditional piping and dance competitions. You might also want to hit the dirt when you go for a stroll on nearby Avon Trail and Embro Pond Conservation Trail.<\/p>\n

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Festival du Bacon<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

Location: Sherbrooke, Quebec<\/a>
\nDate: May 21-22
\nPrice: $5
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\nBacon. All the bacon. Is it really any wonder that Sherbrooke\u2019s Festival du Bacon saw 30,000 visitors in its first year? Year two is building to be an even tastier event, with over 60 vendors cooking up oh-so-delicious pork bits that\u2019ll have your mouth salivating. Along with guest chefs, you can expect live music that will complement all that sizzling. Wouldn\u2019t all local festivals and events be just a little bit better with bacon? Yum.<\/p>\n

Other must-do activities around Sherbrooke: Catch a matinee at Maison du Cin\u00e9ma, the largest movie theater in the Eastern Townships. Check out the Sherbrooke Fresco Murals Tour, which transforms downtown into an open-air museum. And see science in action when you visit the Sherbrooke Nature Science Museum.<\/p>\n

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World Championship Bathtub Race<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

Location: Nanaimo, British Columbia<\/a>
\nDate: July 21-23
\nPrice: Free<\/p>\n

The world can be a serious place, but that\u2019s all thrown out with the bathwater when you head to Nanaimo each July. Cast your eyes to the water and watch 200 participants race each other in motorized bathtubs for 58 km. This summer marks the 50th<\/sup> anniversary of the race, and you won\u2019t want to miss the extra fanfare this year. Your own bathtub will never look the same.<\/p>\n

Other must-do activities around Nanaimo: Make a stop at Wolf Brewing Co. to admire their bottle artwork (which was created by fans) and sip on some glorious ales. While in town, you might also want to sign up for a diving tour with Shepherd Charters. Just don\u2019t drink and dive.<\/p>\n

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Oktoberfest<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

Location: Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario<\/a>
\nDate: October 6-14
\nPrice: TBA
\n\"\"
\nThe amber liquid splashes in your glass, the sounds of upbeat music wafts through the air, and if there was a time and a place for the word \u201cmerriment\u201d oh boy, this would be the place. We\u2019re talking about Kitchener-Waterloo\u2019s annual Oktoberfest. How immense is this event? It\u2019s the second largest Oktoberfest in the world and sees nearly 1 million visitors each fall. If this festival has somehow escaped your attention, this is the year to finally say cheers to the good life.<\/p>\n

Other must-do activities around Kitchener and Waterloo: Take a tour through THEMUSEUM, which has innovative cultural exhibits from around the country. Want to blast golf balls instead? Head to the popular Doon Valley Golf Course or Rockway Golf Course.<\/p>\n

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Winnipeg Folk Festival<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba<\/a>
\nDate: July 6-9
\nPrice: $199 for 4-day pass<\/p>\n

You simply can\u2019t talk about summers in Winnipeg without mentioning the epic Winnipeg Folk Festival. Now in its 44th<\/sup> year, the event is bigger than ever with nine stages and two dozen artisans bringing art, ceramics, and homemade fashions. Grab a ticket early. With roughly 80,000 people in attendance each year, you won\u2019t want to miss this top celebration in Canada.<\/p>\n

Other must-do activities around Winnipeg: Make a stop at the all-too-relevant Canadian Museum for Human Rights. Go for a walk and shopping spree through The Exchange District. And don\u2019t miss a stroll through Assiniboine Park and Zoo.<\/p>\n

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Chocolate Fest<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

Location: St. Stephen, New Brunswick<\/a>
\nDate: Aug 5-12
\nPrice: TBA<\/p>\n

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Via Blair Hamilton, Chocolate Fest 2013<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Did someone say chocolate? Because if you haven\u2019t been to St. Stephen\u2019s Chocolate Fest yet, you don\u2019t know what you\u2019re missing. This event includes chocolate-infused lunches, dinners, and sweet treats. You can even craft your own chocolates and sample new flavors. Fun fact: St. Stephen is considered \u201cCanada\u2019s Chocolate Town,\u201d as Charlotte County is home to the country\u2019s oldest family-owned candy company. Trust us; this place knows sweets.<\/p>\n

Other must-do activities around St. Stephen: Keep the chocolate adventure going when you stop into the Chocolate Museum, or enjoy rich treats from Ganong Chocolatier.<\/p>\n

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Parksville Beach Festival<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

Location: Parksville, British Columbia<\/a>
\nDate: July 14 \u2013 August 20
\nPrice: $3 donation recommended<\/p>\n

Back in 1982, the attendance rate of the Parksville Beach Festival was 100 people. These days? Nearly 130,000 people slip on their flip-flops and head down to the shore to see the towering sand sculptures. A ton of local and international artists are travelling to the city this summer to showcase their epic sandy wonders. Remember that sunscreen, and we won\u2019t judge if you find yourself investing in a good ole sandcastle pail when it\u2019s over.<\/p>\n

Other must-do activities around Parksville: Get to know the water up close when you sign up for a kayaking tour with Adventuress Sea Kayaking. Or, if you prefer land, drive over to Butterfly World to see over 400 winged creatures.<\/p>\n

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Cavendish Beach Music Festival<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

Location: Cavendish, Prince Edward Island<\/a>
\nDate: July 7-9
\nPrice: $169<\/p>\n

Here are two things you may not expect to go together but do in a perfect way: An enormous country music festival and the Canadian Atlantic. This is exactly why you need to make a point to swing by Cavendish this year. Once a normal cow pasture, this area transforms into an event that draws out 70,000+ music fans. This year\u2019s lineup outdoes itself with names like Zac Brown Band, Little Big Town, and Kip Moore.<\/p>\n

Other must-do activities around Cavendish: Prepare to scream on the coasters at Sandspit Amusement Park. Splash into the wade pool at Shining Waters Family Fun Park. And grab some grub at Avonlea Village.<\/p>\n

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Elvis Festival<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

Location: Collingwood, Ontario<\/a>
\nDate: July 28-30
\nPrice: $45.20 for General Admission<\/p>\n

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Via Flickr\/Mooganic<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

It\u2019s one of the more unique festivals in Canada and a must-do on your bucket list\u2014if, for nothing more than, your Instagram account. We\u2019re talking about Elvis Festival, the largest Elvis dress-up event of its kind. Get to know the town of Collingwood while dressed up like the king and stop by live performances of, you guessed it, old Elvis tunes. There\u2019s even a top-rate singing competition, dance party, and beer garden. The VIP guest list includes Memphis Jones, who\u2019ll be on deck for a one-night performance, as well as several Storyteller Chat roundtables to talk about the big man\u2019s life. If you ain\u2019t nothing but a hound dog, this festival is the place to howl.<\/p>\n

Other must-do activities around Collingwood: Take a swing at Cascade Putting Course, the 18-hole mini golf course in nearby Blue Mountain Village. Do some tasting at Georgian Hill Vineyards. And sign up for a class at the Collingwood Circus Club.<\/p>\n

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Snowking\u2019s Winter Festival<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

Location: Yellowknife, Northerwest Territories<\/a>
\nDate: March 1-26
\nPrice: $5 daytime and various evening events<\/p>\n

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Via Valerie Pond<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Want to squeeze in one more winter memory with your kids? You\u2019ll want to head up to Yellowknife to the famous Snowking\u2019s Winter Festival. Now in its 22nd<\/sup> year, the event\u2019s star attraction is the huge ice castle that evokes an unparalleled sense of magic. You can also count on art, music, dance, and a children\u2019s play area. Hurry! Unlike the Game of Thrones universe, winter is very quietly melting into spring.<\/p>\n

Other must-do activities in Yellowknife: Make a stop at the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre and learn more about the history and legacy of the Northwest Territories. Take a tour along the Yellowknife Old Town Soundwalk. And sync up with Yellowknife Outdoor Adventures for everything from snowmobile tours in winter to Northern Pike fishing in summer.<\/p>\n

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Calgary Stampede<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

Location: Calgary, Alberta<\/a>
\nDate: July 7-16
\nPrice: Packages (concert + one rodeo show + entry to Stampede Park) start at $188<\/p>\n

You can\u2019t talk about the biggest festivals of the year and not mention the iconic Calgary Stampede. The 10-day event features rodeos, carnival rides, agriculture displays, chuckwagon races, and the popular Stampede Parade. The event is also known for its concert series, and this year is the biggest yet, with names like Alabama and Johnny Reid headlining.<\/p>\n

Other must-do activities in Calgary: Learn more about turn-of-the-century railroad towns at Heritage Park. Scream down the coasters at Calaway Park. And take the kids out for bowling and arcades at the ever-popular Shakers Fun Centre.<\/p>\n

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150th<\/sup> Events<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

Location: Ottawa, Ontario<\/a>
\nDate: July 1
\nPrice: Free<\/p>\n

You didn\u2019t think we\u2019d forget Ottawa, now did you? The nation\u2019s capital is putting on a series of dazzling shows to celebrate Canada\u2019s big day. Parliament Hill will host the booming President\u2019s Choice\u00ae Canada Day fireworks, Major\u2019s Hill Park will spotlight cultural performances and exhibits, and the Canadian Museum of History will include inflatable structures and games for kids. Honestly? Just go. You won\u2019t be disappointed.<\/p>\n

Other must-do activities in Ottawa: Learn more about the nation\u2019s past with a stop at the Canadian Museum of History. Grab a drink at the popular Broken Stick Brewing Company. And rent a bike from Scooteretti to tour the city.<\/p>\n

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You want to get to know a town? Go to its biggest event of the year. The young, the young at heart, new lovers, new friends\u2014everyone is welcome. Make this the year you experience everything the country has to offer at the biggest events of 2017!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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