Regina 
Events Description
RCMP Depot Division is pleased to share that there will be four Sunset Ceremonies this July! Mark your calendars, the shows will take place on:
- July 1
- July 7
- July 14
- July 21
Sunset Ceremonies include a foot-drill display performed by cadets wearing scarlet tunics, a cannon drill and the ceremonial lowering of the Canadian flag at sunset. Once again there are special guests lined up to celebrate culture in our community. Depot’s mascot Safety Bear will also be there.
To enjoy the full experience there are few things guests need to know:
- The RCMP Academy is an active training site and a secure facility. Access is controlled. Personal items may be searched on entry.
- This event potentially includes live field gun and/or rifle fire. We recommend guests bring hearing protection, especially for young children.
- Please do not bring your pets. Service dogs are welcome.
- Sunset Ceremonies are outdoor, community events. Please bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Seating is not provided.
HISTORY OF THE SUNSET-RETREAT CEREMONY
This ceremony is an old British military tradition dating back to the 18th century, and is referred to as a “military tattoo”. The term “tattoo”, derived from an old Dutch word meaning “turn off the taps”, comes to us from the 17th century when a soldier’s life was strictly controlled by his regiment. The daily routine of a military post was signaled by the beat of a drum.
At sunset, a lone drummer was sent into the streets of town to beat out a tattoo. It was the signal for the tavern owners to close down for the night and for military personnel to return to the post. When the latter were back at the post, the flag was lowered in a ceremony marking the end of another day.
RCMP National Memorial Service
The RCMP Memorial Service is held on the second Sunday in September at the RCMP Academy, Depot Division, in Regina. This year’s memorial parade will be open to the public.
Event Information
- Sunday, September 13, 2026
- Gates open at 8 am
- Gates close at 8:45 am and all guests must be seated
- Seating will be provided
- Service starts promptly at 9 am on the Parade Square and ends at approximately 10 am
- Public access to the RCMP Academy is available through the RCMP Heritage Centre entrance at 5907 Dewdney Avenue
HOW MUCH
Admission to this event is FREE.
Please register at the RCMP Heritage Centre.
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
July 1, 7, 14, 21, 2026
Gates open at 5:30 pm and the events start at 6 pm.
This is an outdoor event so please dress accordingly and please bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating. In the case of inclement weather, events will be cancelled.
Venue:
RCMP Heritage Centre, 5907 Dewdney Ave, Regina
Free parking is available at the RCMP Heritage Centre, including bus and motor coach parking. From there, it is a short walk to the Sleigh Square.
Accessibility tips
These events draw larger crowds who walk from the RCMP Heritage Centre parking lot to the RCMP Academy.
- We encourage guests with mobility needs to arrive early and park closest to the south end of the parking lot.
- The RCMP Heritage Centre will operate a vehicle for those with mobility issues.
