One of Okotoks' biggest events of the summer is moving to a new location this year.
The 13th annual Taste of Okotoks is coming up on July 19 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., but it won't be held along Elizabeth Street as in previous years.
Due to ongoing construction on North Railway Street, this year’s event will instead take place at the Arts and Learning Campus Plaza on Riverside Drive.
The Town cited several reasons for the move, including public safety, reduced disruption for downtown businesses, and improved traffic flow during the event.
"Relocating the event this year is a proactive measure to ensure the safety of attendees and vendors, while also minimizing additional disruptions to downtown businesses already affected by construction," said Allan Boss, the Town's Culture, Heritage and Events Team Leader, in a release. "The Arts and Learning Campus Plaza offers a safe, accessible, and vibrant alternative that allows us to continue delivering a high-quality community event."
The Town is accepting registrations for both event participants and market vendors.