Regina
A guide to festivals in Regina – includes free fun family festivals, music festivals, food festivals, arts and science festivals, international events and more!
Click on the month below to go directly to the specific month’s festivals. Festivals that span two months are mentioned under the month which the festival begins.
January; February; March; April; May; June; July; August; September; October; November; December
Please verify all details from official website.
For current weekend events, see This Weekend in Regina.
January
1. Winterruption!
Break up the winter chill with three days of live music. Details
Varies
2. Regina Restaurant Week
Explore Regina’s downtown restaurant scene as restaurants showcase the finest offerings with prix fixe dinner with the choice of one appetizer, entree and dessert for a set price. Details
Varies
3. Beer Bacon Bands
It’s a beer fest, it’s a bacon fest and it’s a music festival! Beer, Bacon and Music aficionados unite to sample cold brews, taste unique bacon creations and listen to awesome live music, while having fun! Details
Advance: $35.00 Per Night; At Door: $39.75 Per Night
February
1. Mid-Winter Ceilidh
A festival of music and dance organized by the City of Regina Pipe Band! Details
$30
2. ChorFest South
ChorFest is a series of choral music festivals for all ages and genres of vocal groups. The festivals focus on choral growth and development through performance, non-competitive adjudications and workshops with accomplished clinicians. Details
3. Mid-Winter Blues Festival
7 days of music, great food and merchandise with national and international headliners. Details
Ticketed and free events
March
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April
1. FNUniv Spring Celebration Pow-Wow
One of Canada’s major indoor powwows, featuring dancers from Canada and the United States. Traditional foods and First Nations crafts for sale. First Nations and business trade show. Details
Daily $7.00; Weekend pass $10.00; Children 5 and under free.
$2 Brandt service fee
May
1. The Trial of Louis Riel
Longest running historical dramatic theatrical production in North America. John Coulter wrote the play as part of a Centennial project in 1967. It’s based on the actual transcripts of the famous “Trial of Louis Riel”, in Regina, SK of 1885. The issues surrounding the trial, such as: justice, land, language, race, and religion are all still very much alive today. Details
Adults $20; Student $15 (13+); Youth $10 (7 – 12); 6 + under free
2. Taste of Spring
Visitors can sip and sample some of the finest wines, spirits and gourmet foods around. 19+ Details
Credit Union Eventplex – Evraz Place, Regina
3. Fan Expo
Fan Expo Regina will be another great Pop Culture event this Spring. Highlighting celebrities, shopping, panels and workshops, this will be the place to be to find the newest and hottest in Anime, Manga, Comics, Sci-Fi, Gaming and Horror. Details
1700 Elphinstone Street, Regina
2017 tickets – TBA
$20.00 – $65.00
4. Science Rendevous -Regina
Science Rendezvous is Canada’s largest celebration of the amazing feats of science and engineering. Over 6,000 of Canada’s greatest innovators, researchers, engineers, and scientists from 80 partner organizations will open their doors and close city streets to present exciting demonstrations, hands-on activities, and boom explosive experiments. From the physics of rock and roll to the chemistry of ice-cream, Science Rendezvous has something for everyone! Details
University of Regina, 3737 Wascana Parkway, Regina
5. Spring Festival of New Plays
2017 – Saskatoon
Natural Ground Gallery, 1856 Scarth Street, Regina
6. Saskatchewan Fashion Week
SFW will transform The Sound Stage into a fashion exhibition and world-class production of fashion, creative design, entrepreneurship, and music. Fashion designers will show original men’s and women’s Fall/Winter collections, and local retailers will show emerging Spring/Summer style trends. Details
The Sound Stage, 1831 College Ave, Regina, SK
7. Saskatchewan Highland Gathering & Celtic Festival
Celebrate Scottish culture with music, competitions, entertainment, vendors. Details
Pre-Purchased Tickets: 12 & Under are free;
Youth (13-18) – $5/day; $7/weekend; Adult (18+) – $10/day; $15/weekend
Weekend Family Pass (2 adults/2 youth) – $35
At the Gate Tickets: 12 & Under are free;
Youth (13-18) – $7/day; $10/weekend; Adult (18+) – $15/day; $25/weekend
Weekend Family Pass (2 adults/2 youth) – $50
8. Cathedral Village Arts Festival
A celebration of community through arts featuring performing, visual and literary arts, crafts, and other performances. Details
Free
June 2017
1. International Puppet Underground Festival
A bi-annual festival celebrating local & international puppetry live puppet performances, puppet films, Kid’s Day, workshops, puppet exhibitions, and the Prairie Puppet SLAM Cabaret, featuring local artists. Details
Festival 2017 – TBA
2. Mosaic Multicultural Festival
A Festival of Cultures will celebrate its 49th year. Mosaic is an annual three day event celebrating Regina’s diverse multicultural communities through food, music and dance. A single passport allows you three day access to pavilions scattered throughout Regina. Details
Adults (13 – 59) $14.00; Youth 6 -12) $9.00; Seniors (60+) $9.00; Children (5 and under) Free
3. Queen City Pride
The Queen City Pride Festival is an annual, week-long celebration of the LGBTQ community of Regina and the greater region of South Saskatchewan. The festival features a series of events, organized by Regina Pride and other community organizations, that focus on highlighting our culture, history, achievements, and struggles. Details
Free & ticketed events.
4. JazzFest Regina 2017
Every summer, JazzFest will showcase many up and coming local and Canadian Jazz musicians along with several internationally known and renowned “Headliners”. This multi-day event will give all in Regina an opportunity to see and hear some of the best jazz music. Details
JazzFest Ticket Bundle: $99; Individual: $12 – $40
July, 2017
1. Regina International Fringe Theatre Festival
Regina Fringe Theatre Festival presents provincial, national and international touring companies, as well as a Kid’s Fringe, a fundraiser and other fun activities. Details
Kid’s Fringe: Free
2. Regina Chamber Music Festival
RCMF brings world renowned artists, especially Saskatchewan raised, to team up with local musicians in inspiring intimate concerts that celebrate the love of music and foster the spirit of community. Details
General $20; Students $5; Festival pass $75
3. 2017 Regina Afro Fest
Celebrate the music, rhythms, dance, art, food and cultures of Africa. Details
General $10; Kids 12 & under are free
4. Craven Country Jamboree
Longest running multi-day music festival in Canada. The Craven Country Jamboree attracts the hottest stars, and the best new talent country music has to offer. Details
Advance: $185.00
4 day – $205.00
Children 12 and under are free of charge when accompanied by a valid ticket holder.
5. ReginaCadabra Magic Festival
North America’s Premier Magic Festival. Details
Free and ticketed. Register in advance for free events
August, 2017
1. Queen City Ex
The biggest summer fair in the province, featuring activities for all ages – free stages, food, midway, exhibits, home decor and much more. Details
General Admission: $12.00/ $15.00
Seniors 60+: $8.00
Children (7 – 12) $8.00
2. Regina Folk Festival
Held annually in Victoria Park on the weekend following the long weekend in August, the Festival is a much anticipated and immense celebration of music and community. Details
Daily $65; Weekend Pass $85 – $115
12 and under are FREE.
Free daytime concerts, children’s area and artists’ market village in Victoria Park.
3. Regina International Film Festival and Awards
Regular Festival Pass $30, All access Festival Pass $50
September, 2017
1. Regina Dragon Boat Festival
The Dragon Boat races, based on ancient Chinese myth and tradition, run non-stop. Free family fun with food, crafts, entertainment, dragon boat races, kite flying. Details
2. Doors Open Regina
Connect with Regina’s architectural heritage and explore Regina buildings! Details
3. Culture Days
Through an annual three-day national celebration each September, hundreds of thousands of artists and cultural organizations in hundreds of cities and towns come together and invite Canadians to participate in free interactive and “behind the scenes” activities to discover their cultural spirit and passion. Details
Free
October, 2017
1. Regina Anime Film Festival
Feature films, shorts, cosplay all on display at the festival. Details
$20.00
2. Olive and Grape Harvest Festival
2017 rates – TBA
2016 – $75 each, $40 for children ages 10 and under; or $600 for a table of 8
3. International Regina Drum Festival
With performances, sessions, and talks the International Drum Festival gives a new perspective to anyone with percussive inclinations. Details
$30 Advance; $50 at the door
4. Halloween
From ghost tours to freaky flashlit night experiences navigating corn mazes to haunted houses, there are plenty of events to get spooked out during Halloween in Regina.
Free & Ticketed Events
November & December
1. Wine & Spirits Gala
A Gala evening of sampling and tasting of some of the finest wines, spirits, liqueurs, and cuisine available in Saskatchewan. Details
$130/person
2. Rotary Carol Festival
Showcasing dozens of choral groups during the christmas season. Details
TBA
3. Light the Lights
Mayor and Regina City Councillors will welcome the holiday season by turning on the Christmas lights at City Hall and welcoming Santa Claus! Details
Free
Christmas Carols & Holiday Concerts in Regina.
4. Christmas Markets & Fairs
Enjoy holiday entertainment while you shop for that unique gift for your loved ones. Details
General: Free & Ticketed Events
5. Canadian Western Agribition
Canadian Western Agribition is Canada’s premier agricultural show featuring livestock, trade shows, Rodeo, free entertainment and educational programming. Canadian Western Agribition is an event for the whole family! Details
Free
5. New Years Eve in Regina
Free & Ticketed Events