When: Friday July 17 to Sunday July 19
Where: Carstairs Memorial Park and Carstairs Tiny Lafleur Park

Give a cheer as teams participate in the slo-pitch tournament across Carstairs, on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Free to watch.

When: Saturday July 18 & Sunday July 19, schedule link.
Where: Carstairs Rodeo Grounds, 1251 10th Ave, Carstairs

Enjoy live rodeo action by incredibly skilled youth rodeo competitors of the Crooked Horn Canadian Junior Rodeo Association. Free to watch. Food trucks on site.

Events may include:

• Bareback

• Saddle Bronc

• Bull Riding

• Cow Riding

• Breakaway

• Tie-Down Roping

• Barrel Racing

• Pole Bending

• Team Roping

• Goat Tying

“During the 2026 season, members will compete for the Season Leader title, determined by total accumulated points across all six events. At the conclusion of the season, overall standings will determine which members represent CHCJRA at the Junior National Finals in Las Vegas, the Junior Roughstock National Finals in Arizona, and the IMBA Finals in Ogden, Utah.” 

Learn more check out https://chcjra.ca/ or https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570803686354.

To enter as a competitor, or see the daily list of events, go to: https://rodeoproducer.com/software/rp-rodeo-schedule.php?org_id=931

When: Friday July 17, 5-8pm
Where: Carstairs Curling Club, 315 Veterans Way, Carstairs

“Kick off Carstairs Beef & Barley Days 2026 with a cold one in hand and your community all around you at the second annual Barley Brewfest.

Coming in hot and crisp- celebrating the rich roots of our local agriculture with a showcase of Alberta's finest craft breweries and distillers. Featuring a handpicked lineup of beer, cider, spirits, and non-alcoholic options from local breweries and distilleries who know their way around a good pour. Some returning favorites and some new and fresh creations.

This event is hosted by the Carstairs & District Agricultural Society. Pre-sale tickets are $10. Tickets purchased at the door are $15. Once inside, drink tokens are $2 each and many samples begin at 1 token. Tokens can be purchased with cash, debit or credit.”

Limited tickets available. Pre-purchase tickets at https://events.frontdoorplus.com/event/2292

When: Friday July 17, 8pm-1am
Where: Carstairs Curling Club upstairs lounge, 315 Veterans Way Carstairs

Enjoy some good times at the upstairs Curling Club lounge and play bingo with friends to your favourite songs!

When: Friday July 17, 10pm
Where: Carstairs Golf Course, 2 Highway 2A North, Carstairs

Celebrate the opening of Beef & Barley Days with a fantastic small-town fireworks show!

Thank you to the Town of Carstairs for sponsoring fireworks and the Carstairs Fire Department for setting things off!

When: Saturday July 18, 7:30-9:30am
Where: Carstairs Curling Club, 315 Veterans Way, Carstairs

Come enjoy a traditional community pancake breakfast before the parade starts! By donation. Hosted by the Carstairs Chamber of Commerce.

When: Saturday July 18, 11am
Where: 10th Ave and Gough Rd., Carstairs

Celebrate Carstairs with us! From floats, to bands, to cars and more - enjoy a full parade from participating businesses, community organizations. Gather for an authentic-small town feel as the parade marches through the main street of Carstairs. There will also be candy giveaways. Thank you to the Carstairs Lions for organizing the annual parade.

When: Saturday July 18, 11:30am-3:30pm (some activities 12pm-3pm)
Where: 10th Ave and Gough Rd., Carstairs

Join us for fun FREE outdoor field games, inflatable carnival games, kid’s train rides, pedal ponies, glitter tattoos, magician’s show and more!

When: Saturday July 18, 11:30am-4pm
Where: Carstairs Curling Rink Concession, 315 Veterans Way, Carstairs

Enjoy family favourite festival foods at reasonable prices. Proceeds help support the Carstairs Playschool Society.

“Carstairs Playschool is a preschool environment that focuses on kindergarten readiness, healthy active living, positive play, and socialization.”

When: Saturday July 18, 12-4pm

Where: Carstairs Curling Club, inside & outside. 315 Veterans Way, Carstairs

Join us for some great market shopping and delicious food truck eats, held inside and outside the Carstairs Curling Club. Well over 40 vendors, booths and food trucks to check out!

Indoor Market Info: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560419597007

Outdoor Market Info: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BVmhj9fPV/?mibextid=wwXIfr

When: Saturday July 18, 10am-4pm
Where: 1138 Nanton Street, Carstairs

In celebration of Beef & Barley Days, the Carstairs Museum is having a special scavenger hunt with prizes! Or explore the historical 1901 McCaig House, the 1901 Grace Presbyterian Church, beautiful heritage-inspired garden, and numerous artifacts.

“Located in the town of Carstairs, Alberta, the Heritage Centre was established to collect, preserve, record, and interpret objects and materials relevant to Carstairs and District from the earliest settlement to the present day. It now acts not only as a museum, but also a Travel Alberta accredited Visitor Information Centre.” Learn more at CarstairsMuseum.ca

When: Saturday July 18, 10am-4pm
Where: Half Century Club, 1139 Osler Street, Carstairs

Come and have a look at wonderful local artwork at the Art Show & Sale. Held by the Carstairs Artist’s Guild, whom serves to promote and support art activities and education to area residents. Learn more here.

When: Saturday July 18, 12pm start
Where: Champion Ford. 1 Champion Rd, Carstairs

Celebrate the vibrant car scene in Carstairs with a fabulous car show at Champion Ford! Open to all vehicles. No registration required. BBQ on site & free draw. For more info email Stephanie Mills: Stephanie@championford.ca

When: Saturday July 18, 5-8pm
Where: Carstairs Memorial Arena, 2100 Highway 581, Carstairs

Join us for a wheel-y good time at this FREE family in-line skating event held at the arena.

Skates & helmets provided for free, or feel free to bring your own pair. Skate sizes available for ages 5+. Concession available.

Waiver coming soon! Learn more at https://alieninline.com/

When: Sunday July 19, all day
Where: Adrenalin Motors, 2 Champion Rd. Carstairs

“Join us for the Adrenalin Motors Summer Showdown A full day of classic cars, open highways, and small-town horsepower!

July 19th 2026, during this years Beef & Barley Days

Participants will cruise a county-wide poker rally through Mountain View County before rolling back into Adrenalin Motors Carstairs for a Car Show finale! All in support of the Carstairs & District Agricultural Society.

Great roads. Loud engines. Good people.”

There will be door prizes and free BBQ. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/events/1163046152426851/

When: Sunday July 19, 10am-12pm
Where: Carstairs Memorial Park (by the gazebo), Carstairs

All are welcome to join for free coffee & donuts at a collaborative interchurch service from multiple congregations in the area. Enjoy worship and live music together.

(In the event of extreme weather, the back-up location is inside the Carstairs Curling Rink. at 315 Veterans Way in Carstairs.)