Free one-day event intended to bring community together again
Medicine Hat – The City of Medicine Hat will be host to a free one-day community festival on Saturday, September 17. The festival offers the community of Medicine Hat, and surrounding areas, an opportunity for all ages to come together and gather for a collective experience.
“If the last few years have taught us anything, it is that humans crave connection to their community. That is why Together Again is so exciting for us to plan. We are creating an event that will encourage connection and collection,” said Aaron Nelson, Manager of Cultural Experiences and Events for the City of Medicine Hat.
On September 17, First Street downtown will be transformed into a festival space with a large stage set-up between the Esplanade and the Medicine Hat Public Library. Four Canadian Headliner Bands will perform throughout the day. The community will also see Finlay Bridge converted to the largest dining table, set for 600, for a special free dinner. The story collection will be abundant and the vibe that will be felt will be one worth celebrating.
Included as well in the festivities is an escape room in the library, beer gardens and a small business expo along First Street, family-friendly activities, including bouncy castles and local performers in Riverside Veterans’ Memorial Park, and fireworks to end the evening.
Small businesses interested in participating in the expo are encouraged to register on the City website.
“With the support of Heritage Canada, the team in Community Development really wanted to create an event that brings the community together. Having The Royal Foundry, The Northern Pikes, 50-40 and High Valley in town for the festival is more than we could have imagined,” said Aaron Nelson, “I am imagining the 600 people together on Finlay bridge to share stories over a meal, provided by our community partner the Root Cellar Food & Wellness Hub. This has the potential to be a magical evening that will build empathy and celebrate resiliency.”
If you want to be a part of the dining experience on Finlay Bridge, visit tixx.ca or stop in at the Esplanade after September 7 at 12 p.m. to reserve your tickets.
This entire downtown event is free thanks to a grant from the Government of Canada.
More information about the entire day can be found on the City website by visiting celebratethevibe.ca.
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