Events Calendar

Mystery is afoot at Dunvegan! Was it the fur trader in the store with the fur press? Or the voyageur in the canoe with the copper pot? Join us for our annual interactive “Whodunnit!” event to help solve the crime! Children 6 and under can enjoy the Kids’ Zone area, and anyone can show off their creativity at the craft table. Activities are free with regular admission. Visiting Tips • If you are able to walk, please consider parking in the gravel lot to the west of the site entrance. The paved lot to the east of the Visitor Centre is reserved for those with limited mobility (those with walking aids, parents with strollers, etc.). • Proceed to the Visitor Centre to purchase a wristband and get information on the days’ activities. You must show proof of admission (wristband) to participate in activities. • Food is available at Dunvegan Market Gardens (approximately 1km east of the Visitor Centre). The Alberta Parks Day Use area has fire pits and cook shelters if you wish to bring your own food. • The Mystery Activity ends at 4 p.m.

Pack a picnic and join your friends at Historic Dunvegan for a variety of family-friendly activities. Start by spreading your picnic blanket on the lawn and eating your lunch while enjoying an interactive amphitheatre presentation. At 1 p.m. games and crafts will be available. Participation is by donation. Visiting Tips • You must bring your own picnic lunch. Except for snacks and drinks in the Visitor Centre gift shop, food services are not available at Historic Dunvegan. • If it is raining, the event may be rescheduled. Call the Visitor Centre at 780-835-7150 before coming down if the weather is poor. • Consider making a donation to Historic Dunvegan – donations can be made in the Visitor Centre by cash or debit/credit.

Participation is $5/person, which includes a free beverage or snack (some limitations apply) from the gift shop and free guided tour of our historic buildings. All ages are welcome! Board Game Bonanza – July 5, August 2 Games such as cribbage and dominoes were played at Fort Dunvegan and the St. Charles Mission in the 1800s. We’re continuing the tradition by inviting you and your family and friends to enjoy an afternoon playing one of the many board games Dunvegan has available. Feel free to bring your own snacks and favourite board games. Book Club – July 12, August 9 Reading was a popular pastime for residents of Dunvegan in the 1800s, and still is! Join us for an afternoon of sharing and discovering books. We’ll start the afternoon by doing a book show and share – tell the group about one of your favourite books or the book you’re currently reading. We’ll then take a guided tour of our historic buildings and find a historic setting where everyone can quietly read their own book. Feel free to bring your own snacks. Fur Trade Fun – July 19, August 16 You’ve played Dunvegan’s popular fur trade role playing game on school trips, now you can challenge your family and friends to negotiate the best deal during our fur trade fun afternoon. Individuals or teams can join in on the Trappers and Traders game, Capture the Furs, and voyageur relay races. Crafter’s Circle – July 26, August 23 Are you a painter? A knitter? Do you bead, quilt, or sculpt? Bring your current project to work on while enjoying the company of other crafters in the scenic Peace River valley. If you’re looking to try something new, we’ll have a variety of crafting materials including yarn, crochet hooks, yarn needles, beads, paints, etc. An additional small fee may apply for some materials.

Participation is $5/person, which includes a free beverage or snack (some limitations apply) from the gift shop and free guided tour of our historic buildings. All ages are welcome! Board Game Bonanza – July 5, August 2 Games such as cribbage and dominoes were played at Fort Dunvegan and the St. Charles Mission in the 1800s. We’re continuing the tradition by inviting you and your family and friends to enjoy an afternoon playing one of the many board games Dunvegan has available. Feel free to bring your own snacks and favourite board games. Book Club – July 12, August 9 Reading was a popular pastime for residents of Dunvegan in the 1800s, and still is! Join us for an afternoon of sharing and discovering books. We’ll start the afternoon by doing a book show and share – tell the group about one of your favourite books or the book you’re currently reading. We’ll then take a guided tour of our historic buildings and find a historic setting where everyone can quietly read their own book. Feel free to bring your own snacks. Fur Trade Fun – July 19, August 16 You’ve played Dunvegan’s popular fur trade role playing game on school trips, now you can challenge your family and friends to negotiate the best deal during our fur trade fun afternoon. Individuals or teams can join in on the Trappers and Traders game, Capture the Furs, and voyageur relay races. Crafter’s Circle – July 26, August 23 Are you a painter? A knitter? Do you bead, quilt, or sculpt? Bring your current project to work on while enjoying the company of other crafters in the scenic Peace River valley. If you’re looking to try something new, we’ll have a variety of crafting materials including yarn, crochet hooks, yarn needles, beads, paints, etc. An additional small fee may apply for some materials.

Participation is $5/person, which includes a free beverage or snack (some limitations apply) from the gift shop and free guided tour of our historic buildings. All ages are welcome! Board Game Bonanza – July 5, August 2 Games such as cribbage and dominoes were played at Fort Dunvegan and the St. Charles Mission in the 1800s. We’re continuing the tradition by inviting you and your family and friends to enjoy an afternoon playing one of the many board games Dunvegan has available. Feel free to bring your own snacks and favourite board games. Book Club – July 12, August 9 Reading was a popular pastime for residents of Dunvegan in the 1800s, and still is! Join us for an afternoon of sharing and discovering books. We’ll start the afternoon by doing a book show and share – tell the group about one of your favourite books or the book you’re currently reading. We’ll then take a guided tour of our historic buildings and find a historic setting where everyone can quietly read their own book. Feel free to bring your own snacks. Fur Trade Fun – July 19, August 16 You’ve played Dunvegan’s popular fur trade role playing game on school trips, now you can challenge your family and friends to negotiate the best deal during our fur trade fun afternoon. Individuals or teams can join in on the Trappers and Traders game, Capture the Furs, and voyageur relay races. Crafter’s Circle – July 26, August 23 Are you a painter? A knitter? Do you bead, quilt, or sculpt? Bring your current project to work on while enjoying the company of other crafters in the scenic Peace River valley. If you’re looking to try something new, we’ll have a variety of crafting materials including yarn, crochet hooks, yarn needles, beads, paints, etc. An additional small fee may apply for some materials.

Participation is $5/person, which includes a free beverage or snack (some limitations apply) from the gift shop and free guided tour of our historic buildings. All ages are welcome! Board Game Bonanza – July 5, August 2 Games such as cribbage and dominoes were played at Fort Dunvegan and the St. Charles Mission in the 1800s. We’re continuing the tradition by inviting you and your family and friends to enjoy an afternoon playing one of the many board games Dunvegan has available. Feel free to bring your own snacks and favourite board games. Book Club – July 12, August 9 Reading was a popular pastime for residents of Dunvegan in the 1800s, and still is! Join us for an afternoon of sharing and discovering books. We’ll start the afternoon by doing a book show and share – tell the group about one of your favourite books or the book you’re currently reading. We’ll then take a guided tour of our historic buildings and find a historic setting where everyone can quietly read their own book. Feel free to bring your own snacks. Fur Trade Fun – July 19, August 16 You’ve played Dunvegan’s popular fur trade role playing game on school trips, now you can challenge your family and friends to negotiate the best deal during our fur trade fun afternoon. Individuals or teams can join in on the Trappers and Traders game, Capture the Furs, and voyageur relay races. Crafter’s Circle – July 26, August 23 Are you a painter? A knitter? Do you bead, quilt, or sculpt? Bring your current project to work on while enjoying the company of other crafters in the scenic Peace River valley. If you’re looking to try something new, we’ll have a variety of crafting materials including yarn, crochet hooks, yarn needles, beads, paints, etc. An additional small fee may apply for some materials.

Participation is $5/person, which includes a free beverage or snack (some limitations apply) from the gift shop and free guided tour of our historic buildings. All ages are welcome! Board Game Bonanza – July 5, August 2 Games such as cribbage and dominoes were played at Fort Dunvegan and the St. Charles Mission in the 1800s. We’re continuing the tradition by inviting you and your family and friends to enjoy an afternoon playing one of the many board games Dunvegan has available. Feel free to bring your own snacks and favourite board games. Book Club – July 12, August 9 Reading was a popular pastime for residents of Dunvegan in the 1800s, and still is! Join us for an afternoon of sharing and discovering books. We’ll start the afternoon by doing a book show and share – tell the group about one of your favourite books or the book you’re currently reading. We’ll then take a guided tour of our historic buildings and find a historic setting where everyone can quietly read their own book. Feel free to bring your own snacks. Fur Trade Fun – July 19, August 16 You’ve played Dunvegan’s popular fur trade role playing game on school trips, now you can challenge your family and friends to negotiate the best deal during our fur trade fun afternoon. Individuals or teams can join in on the Trappers and Traders game, Capture the Furs, and voyageur relay races. Crafter’s Circle – July 26, August 23 Are you a painter? A knitter? Do you bead, quilt, or sculpt? Bring your current project to work on while enjoying the company of other crafters in the scenic Peace River valley. If you’re looking to try something new, we’ll have a variety of crafting materials including yarn, crochet hooks, yarn needles, beads, paints, etc. An additional small fee may apply for some materials.

Experience the time-honoured tradition of trading and gathering at Historic Dunvegan's annual Fresh Air Market. Get to know local artisans and the products they passionately create. Find the perfect gift or take home a special treat for yourself. Costumed interpreters will be offering tours of Historic Dunvegan's four fully restored historic buildings and activities for the whole family. Regular admission fees apply. Visiting Tips • BRING CASH. Vendors accept cash only and there are no cash machines onsite. • The market runs rain or shine. • If you are able to walk, please consider parking in the gravel lot to the west of the site entrance. The paved lot to the east of the Visitor Centre is reserved for those with limited mobility (those with walking aids, parents with strollers, etc.). • Proceed to the Visitor Centre to purchase a wristband and get information on the days’ activities. You must show proof of admission (wristband) to participate in activities. • Food is available at Dunvegan Market Gardens (approximately 1km east of the Visitor Centre). The Alberta Parks Day Use area has fire pits and cook shelters if you wish to bring your own food. • If you are a local artisan or food vendor and are interested in participating in the market, email historic.dunvegan@gov.ab.ca.

Participation is $5/person, which includes a free beverage or snack (some limitations apply) from the gift shop and free guided tour of our historic buildings. All ages are welcome! Board Game Bonanza – July 5, August 2 Games such as cribbage and dominoes were played at Fort Dunvegan and the St. Charles Mission in the 1800s. We’re continuing the tradition by inviting you and your family and friends to enjoy an afternoon playing one of the many board games Dunvegan has available. Feel free to bring your own snacks and favourite board games. Book Club – July 12, August 9 Reading was a popular pastime for residents of Dunvegan in the 1800s, and still is! Join us for an afternoon of sharing and discovering books. We’ll start the afternoon by doing a book show and share – tell the group about one of your favourite books or the book you’re currently reading. We’ll then take a guided tour of our historic buildings and find a historic setting where everyone can quietly read their own book. Feel free to bring your own snacks. Fur Trade Fun – July 19, August 16 You’ve played Dunvegan’s popular fur trade role playing game on school trips, now you can challenge your family and friends to negotiate the best deal during our fur trade fun afternoon. Individuals or teams can join in on the Trappers and Traders game, Capture the Furs, and voyageur relay races. Crafter’s Circle – July 26, August 23 Are you a painter? A knitter? Do you bead, quilt, or sculpt? Bring your current project to work on while enjoying the company of other crafters in the scenic Peace River valley. If you’re looking to try something new, we’ll have a variety of crafting materials including yarn, crochet hooks, yarn needles, beads, paints, etc. An additional small fee may apply for some materials.

Participation is $5/person, which includes a free beverage or snack (some limitations apply) from the gift shop and free guided tour of our historic buildings. All ages are welcome! Board Game Bonanza – July 5, August 2 Games such as cribbage and dominoes were played at Fort Dunvegan and the St. Charles Mission in the 1800s. We’re continuing the tradition by inviting you and your family and friends to enjoy an afternoon playing one of the many board games Dunvegan has available. Feel free to bring your own snacks and favourite board games. Book Club – July 12, August 9 Reading was a popular pastime for residents of Dunvegan in the 1800s, and still is! Join us for an afternoon of sharing and discovering books. We’ll start the afternoon by doing a book show and share – tell the group about one of your favourite books or the book you’re currently reading. We’ll then take a guided tour of our historic buildings and find a historic setting where everyone can quietly read their own book. Feel free to bring your own snacks. Fur Trade Fun – July 19, August 16 You’ve played Dunvegan’s popular fur trade role playing game on school trips, now you can challenge your family and friends to negotiate the best deal during our fur trade fun afternoon. Individuals or teams can join in on the Trappers and Traders game, Capture the Furs, and voyageur relay races. Crafter’s Circle – July 26, August 23 Are you a painter? A knitter? Do you bead, quilt, or sculpt? Bring your current project to work on while enjoying the company of other crafters in the scenic Peace River valley. If you’re looking to try something new, we’ll have a variety of crafting materials including yarn, crochet hooks, yarn needles, beads, paints, etc. An additional small fee may apply for some materials.

Participation is $5/person, which includes a free beverage or snack (some limitations apply) from the gift shop and free guided tour of our historic buildings. All ages are welcome! Board Game Bonanza – July 5, August 2 Games such as cribbage and dominoes were played at Fort Dunvegan and the St. Charles Mission in the 1800s. We’re continuing the tradition by inviting you and your family and friends to enjoy an afternoon playing one of the many board games Dunvegan has available. Feel free to bring your own snacks and favourite board games. Book Club – July 12, August 9 Reading was a popular pastime for residents of Dunvegan in the 1800s, and still is! Join us for an afternoon of sharing and discovering books. We’ll start the afternoon by doing a book show and share – tell the group about one of your favourite books or the book you’re currently reading. We’ll then take a guided tour of our historic buildings and find a historic setting where everyone can quietly read their own book. Feel free to bring your own snacks. Fur Trade Fun – July 19, August 16 You’ve played Dunvegan’s popular fur trade role playing game on school trips, now you can challenge your family and friends to negotiate the best deal during our fur trade fun afternoon. Individuals or teams can join in on the Trappers and Traders game, Capture the Furs, and voyageur relay races. Crafter’s Circle – July 26, August 23 Are you a painter? A knitter? Do you bead, quilt, or sculpt? Bring your current project to work on while enjoying the company of other crafters in the scenic Peace River valley. If you’re looking to try something new, we’ll have a variety of crafting materials including yarn, crochet hooks, yarn needles, beads, paints, etc. An additional small fee may apply for some materials.

Pack a picnic and join your friends at Historic Dunvegan for a variety of family-friendly activities. Start by spreading your picnic blanket on the lawn and eating your lunch while enjoying an interactive amphitheatre presentation. At 1 p.m. games and crafts will be available. Participation is by donation. Visiting Tips • You must bring your own picnic lunch. Except for snacks and drinks in the Visitor Centre gift shop, food services are not available at Historic Dunvegan. • If it is raining, the event may be rescheduled. Call the Visitor Centre at 780-835-7150 before coming down if the weather is poor. • Consider making a donation to Historic Dunvegan – donations can be made in the Visitor Centre by cash or debit/credit.