CORONACH — Kelsey Manske, Community Development Officer for the Town of Coronach says the Old Coronach Street Festival is an annual event although she isn’t 100 per cent sure of how many years it’s been running. Aug 16 the Coronach Sportsplex is the place to be.
Organizers say filling the event with entertainment draws in attendees and adds a festive flavour to the full-day activity. It’s a perfect way to celebrate summer and enjoy some community camaraderie before harvest and before families are busy with kids back in class.
Typically, Manske says they have a committee of four however leading up to the Town of Coronach’s 100th anniversary celebration in 2026, this group has grown to nine members.
“The proceeds raised by the organizing committee go directly back into community beautification projects. For example, this year, a local artist is creating a mural on the outside of the community hall. We can do this thanks to our incredible sponsors,” says Manske
Volunteers are also another key component of a successful event and Manske says they have up to 20 of them lending a hand with everything from setup and teardown to bar and gate shifts.
The festival kicks off with a pancake breakfast and includes live entertainment from dancers, a care show, a bubble show, a petting zoo, paintball and the debut of a new local band, Medicine Line.
Fun, food and family elements help create a fantastic event.
Manske said it’s not just residents that attend and they welcome tourists and visitors to check out their brand new heated outdoor pool that just opened in 2025. The Coronach Museum is another must-see while in town. The scenic Big Muddy Badlands are a short drive away.
The Community Development Officer encourages everyone to mark July 31-Aug. 2, 2026 on their calendars to come and celebrate the Town of Coronach’s Centennial.
Organizers say their goal is to celebrate history, fun and community pride with an event that offers something for all ages.
Manske encourages people to keep tabs on the Old Coronach Street Festival’s social media pages to stay updated on the events, including a complete itinerary of all the event has to offer
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