Cochrane · Every year in September

See the world
without leaving town.

Join Cochrane’s annual celebration of cultural heritage and diversity. Explore booths, enjoy performances, and share food from the many cultures that make up our community.

DateSeptember
Time1:00–4:30 PM
LocationSpray Lake Sawmills Centre
AdmissionFree for everyone
25+Cultural booths

Food, crafts, and traditions shared by community groups and families.

14+Live performances

Music and dance from cultures represented across the community.

1,600+Neighbours

People of every background gathering to learn and celebrate together.

FreeFood samples

Flavours from around the world, prepared and shared locally.

On stage & around the room

Multiple cultures.
One community.

NakodaWoodland CreeJamaicaIrelandPhilippinesIndiaBosniaFinlandUkraineArgentinaThailandNigeriaPeruColombiaCanada

2026 Cultural Booths

Also at the fest

Mosaic

Meet the latest cohort from CISC’s program supporting newcomer-immigrants as they build and grow small businesses through mentorship, training, and local connections.

Visit Mosaic ↗︎

The afternoon

Come for a performance.
Stay for the whole trip.

  1. Doors open

    Booths open for visiting and passport cards are handed out at the entrance.

  2. Welcome & land acknowledgement

    Opening remarks from CISC on the main stage.

  3. Performances begin

    Music and dance sets run continuously through the afternoon.

  4. Food sampling

    Free ethnic food samples are served at the booths while supplies last.

  5. Closing

    Thank-yous, prize draws, and farewells.

Getting there

Free, welcoming, and easy to join.

Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre
Cochrane, Alberta

Family friendly, wheelchair accessible, and free on-site parking. No tickets or registration needed.

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CultureFest cultural booth

With thanks to our supporters

Government of Alberta
Town of Cochrane
Cochrane Activettes
Costco Wholesale
For Good Consultants