Millarville: Markets, Horse Races and Nature Trails

If you’re considering Millarville as a destination for a stay, events, farm visits and trails in the provincial park offer different options. Millarville has specific attractions to explore: an outdoor market, several horse events, an alpaca farm visit and natural trails.

Markets and Events Throughout the Year

The Priddis & Millarville Fair showcases handmade crafts, homegrown produce and livestock; equestrian skills are also among the exhibition categories. This rural family event takes place on the third weekend in August. The exact date may vary from year to year. Exhibition categories and entry requirements may also change with each edition.

The Millarville Farmers’ Market is a long-running outdoor shopping experience. The 2026 season is its 44th year; the schedule may vary from season to season. The Millarville Christmas Market was established in 1988. Together, these events offer both seasonal market activity and a long-standing event with its own history.

Horse Races and Facilities

The Millarville Canada Day Races feature thoroughbred races, races with local stock horses, ladies’ side-saddle races and children’s races. Race categories and the accompanying program may change with each year’s edition. The Millarville Races are Alberta’s oldest racing event. The Millarville Racing and Agricultural Society includes a horse racetrack and an outdoor riding and rodeo arena; access and programming may vary.

These details offer different points of reference: the Canada Day Races feature several types of races, while the history of the Millarville Races provides context for the event. If a particular race category is important to your trip, check the program for that year’s edition before setting your dates.

Farm Visits and Blacksmithing

At Prairie Spirit Alpacas, farm visits are available every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., by donation. You must book a time slot for your visit through Facebook Messenger or by email. Since visiting hours and booking procedures may change, check these details before you arrive. This lets you plan the farm visit as part of your day.

Forge & Farm offers blacksmithing classes, tours and demonstrations. Booking and scheduling arrangements may change, so check in advance to find out what visit options are available. Along with alpaca visits, this offers a different focus from the markets and racing events: here, the main attractions are a farm visit or an introduction to blacksmithing.

Nature Trails in Brown Lowery Provincial Park

Brown Lowery Provincial Park has about 12 kilometres of natural trails. The approximate distance provides a guide for planning, but does not indicate current trail conditions. Check both trail conditions and seasonal access before your visit. This lets you include the park in your travel plans without assuming what conditions will be like on site.

Plan Your Travel Dates Around Your Interests

If you’re looking for a hotel for a stay in Millarville, you can start by planning your dates around the occasion: the Fair takes place on the third weekend in August, while the Farmers’ Market schedule depends on the season. Visits to Prairie Spirit Alpacas require a booked time slot; the schedule for the races and Forge & Farm may also be a deciding factor. Check specific dates and booking options before finalizing your trip.

Explore more destinations: Turner Valley, De Winton, Calgary, Beiseker, Black Diamond, Crossfield, Bragg Creek, Didsbury.

For the broader travel overview: Division No. 6.