WEYBURN – The Weyburn and Area Heritage Village will come alive with history and family fun during Heritage Village Days on Aug. 8-9 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The annual event is a celebration of prairie life, featuring live music, historical demonstrations, and activities for all ages.
“It’s mostly pioneer life and Weyburn history,” said Paige Tenbult, communications co-ordinator for the City of Weyburn. "It’s a hands on celebration of prairie life, fun for all ages."
Attendees can enjoy performances by Eli Barsi, a poet, painter and singer from Kennedy, De Trickey Feet Dance Studio, Marley’s Dance Studio, Kelly Gill and the Hired Guns, and Lachlan Neville, a songwriter and performer from Rocanville. Kids can participate in the Fun in the Sun Mobile Play Park, a scavenger hunt, and face painting courtesy of the Weyburn Arts Council.
Visitors will step back in time with interactive demonstrations, including rope making, blacksmithing, butter churning, and bread making in an outdoor oven. Additional highlights include fire truck rides, a steam engine display, and a printing press demonstration.
The event stays true to its roots, mirroring past events with its focus on pioneer life and Weyburn’s rich history. While the Wheat Festival, which once included Heritage Village activities, is no longer held, the City of Weyburn and the Heritage Village volunteer board continue the tradition with this engaging community gathering.
SaskMusic sponsors live performances and door prizes are provided by Prairie Sky Co-op and Higher Conscious Connections.
Heritage Days boosts the local economy, said Tenbult.
“It attracts both residents and visitors to our community, encouraging them to explore not only the Heritage Village but also nearby businesses, restaurants, and accommodations. The event creates opportunities for local performers to showcase their talents. By celebrating our local history in such an engaging way, we strengthen community pride and support the broader goal of positioning Weyburn as a vibrant destination for cultural tourism.”
Heritage Days kicks off on Aug. 8 with opening ceremonies starting at 11 a.m. Sheep herder Russell Roome will be on hand to do a demonstration.
Admission is free, though a bake sale, barbecue, and concessions will be available for purchase.
Parking is accessible in front of the Heritage gate off 10th Street and while the grounds are wheel-chair friendly, some vintage buildings may pose accessibility challenges due to their historic design.
Event schedule:
Aug. 8 Performance schedule:
-11 a.m. - Opening ceremonies
-11:30 a.m. - Russell Roome sheep herding demonstration
- 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. – Fits Mobile Play Park
-1:30 p.m. – Eli Barsi
-2:45 p.m. – De Tricky Feet Dance Studio
Aug. 9 peformance schedule:
-11 a.m. Ivy Ling
11 a.m. – Scavenger hunt (meet at office)
11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Fits Mobile Play Park
-12 noon – Marley’s Dance Studio
-1 p.m. Kelly Gill and the Hired Guns
-1 p.m. Kelly Gill and the Hired Guns
-4 p.m. – Lachlan Neville
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