Here’s your go-to guide for a fun-filled weekend:
Cochrane Food Bank Fall Food Drive
Communities across Cochrane
Saturday, Sept 20 | 10:00 AM
Make a difference this Saturday! Simply place non-perishable food donations in a bag or box outside your front door, and volunteers will collect them starting at 10 AM.
Most-needed items:
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Oatmeal
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Soup
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Juice
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Canned protein (tuna, chicken, beans, etc.)
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Cereal
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Rice
This year’s food drive covers: Rivercrest, River Heights, The Willows, Riviera, Precedence, Riversong, Gleneagles, East End, Glenbow, Riverview, Cochrane Heights, Sunterra, Sunset, and Greystone.
Pro Tip: If you’re out and about, you can also drop off donations at the Calgary Co-op Grand Opening event from 11 AM – 2 PM!
Calgary Co-op Greystone Grand Opening Celebration
800 Griffin Road, Cochrane, AB
Saturday, Sept 20 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Celebrate the opening of Cochrane’s newest shopping destination! This free, family-friendly event features:
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Fresh Harvest Meats hot dogs
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MacKay’s Ice Cream
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Live local music
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Face painting, balloon artists & scavenger hunt
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Giveaways & swag bags for early birds
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Food Bank donation station
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Swiftie Night at The Messy Moose Studio
The Messy Moose Inc., 123 2nd Ave W, Unit #3
Saturday, Sept 20 | Evening
Calling all Swifties! Create your own custom Taylor Swift T-shirts, make friendship bracelets, and sing your heart out at this ultimate fan party. A fun night of music, crafts, and all things Tay Tay.
Cochrane Oktoberfest 2025
Cochrane Lions Event Centre, 109 Fifth Ave
Saturday, Sept 20 | 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Cost: $30 (tickets include entry, entertainment, and prizes)
Raise a stein and shout “PROST!” at Cochrane’s annual Oktoberfest, hosted by Half Hitch Brewing. Enjoy endless craft beer, Bavarian snacks, and live entertainment from Premium Akkord and the incredible Yodel Ladies.
Expect a mix of traditional Oktoberfest tunes, Schlager hits, and pop-rock with a country twist.
Prizes for the best Oktoberfest outfits!
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Market by the Bow – Cochrane Farmers’ Market
Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre
Saturday, Sept 20 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Shop local produce, baked goods, handmade crafts, and unique finds at Cochrane’s beloved weekly farmers’ market. Only a couple of weekends left before the season wraps up!
Cochrane Legion Show
Cochrane Legion
Saturday, Sept 20 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Kick off National Legion Week with this free event. Explore indoor and outdoor displays of military memorabilia, connect with local veterans, and hear their powerful stories.
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