Visiting Saskatchewan this September?
Along with the famous attractions and vistas that Saskatchewan offers, September is full of great events, festivals, and concerts. From fireworks to music fests, there is something for everyone.
Listed below are just 50 of the many things to do during September in Saskatchewan.
1. Métis Cultural Days
Come together and learn about Métis Culture and Arts and celebrate the strength and vibrancy of the community. This year’s theme is The ‘Year of Family’ in the spirit of reconciliation.. — September 7 – 10, 2023
2. Enjoy a Drive-in Movie Night
Watch movies under the open sky! Book your tickets to the movies at Twilite Drive-in at Wolseley.
For more options, see Drive-in Movie Theatres in Saskatchewan.
3. Fun at Berry Barn
Enjoy a delicious brunch or dinner at the Berry Barn! On weekends, the kids can hop abroard the Berry Barn train or ride the pedal go-karts and enjoy an ice-cream!
4. Wine in Wascana
Sample wines from all over the world! The evening will be accompanied with some light appetizers to cleanse your palate along the way. — September 29, 2023
5. Indigenous Ingenuity
The exhibition provides visitors an engaging, immersive and entertaining opportunity to explore the power and unpredictability of severe weather. On until September 4, 2023
6. Broadway Street Fair
Celebrate local food, culture, and shopping at the Broadway Street Fair. Relax, listen to local music, watch a performer, or grab a bite to eat, and browse the eclectic array of shops. — September 9, 2023
7. Corn Maze
Get lost in a Corn Maze. Located within a short drive from Regina is the Cedar Creek Gardens and Corn Maze.
8. Fun at Grotto Gardens
The Grotto Gardens in Maple Creek has a number of activities to fill in your September. Their unique mini golf experience, Putting zoo will be open throughout the month. The kids would enjoy getting acquainted with the farm animals while enjoying the game.
9. Art Now Fine Art Fair
Art Now is the largest fine art fair of modern and contemporary art in Saskatchewan featuring emerging and nationally and internationally known artists from galleries across all three Canadian prairie provinces. You can enjoy the special opening night reception, great sessions and artist talks, as well as even a special gallery for kids’ art. — September 14 – 17, 2023
10. Culture Days
Celebrated across the province of Saskatchewan, Culture Days features free, hands-on, interactive activities and discover the world of architects, curators, artists, designers and other creative people in their communities. September 22 – October 15, 2023
11. Pick your own flowers at Black Fox Farm
Brighten up your home or gift a bundle of fresh flowers. The farm will supply the tools for you to pick from acres of fresh flowers proudly grown on Black Fox soil.
12. Have some old fashioned fun
Come on out and visit Saskatchewan’s Premier Corn Maze & Family Farm! Enjoy old favourites including the Jumping Pillow and Hay Bale Slide as well as corn maze, corn cannon, corn box, wagon rides, farm animals, etc.
13. Gull Lake Fall Fair
Save the date for the annual Gull Lake Fall Fair. — September 9, 2023
14. Youth Farm Corn Maze
Constructed on an 8-acre cornfield near Rosthern is the Youth Farm Corn Maze. For younger children, there is a ‘Small Stalks’ maze shorter in length and guided. More advanced mazers can try the 6 acre ‘Crazy Cobbler’ maze. August 12 – October 22, 2023
15. Participate in the Queen City Marathon
The Queen City Marathon is the largest road race in Saskatchewan with three days of race. Participate in the marathon, half marathon, 10K, or the 5K race. There is also a children’s mini marathon. September 8 – 10, 2023
16. Walk with an Alpaca
Head over to the Grotto Gardens to enjoy a walk with an Alpaca! These are gentle creatures that may for delightful companions for a relaxing walk! Available daily September 3, 2023
17. Truck Ride & Truck Pull for Special Olympics
The annual Truck Ride will be taking place on Saturday, September 9th, 2023 starting in Saskatoon and concluding in Regina. The annual Truck Pull will be taking place on Saturday, September 9th following the Truck Ride and BBQ.
18. Celebrate Grandparents Day
Bring your Grandchildren to the Western Development Museum Yorkton and spend the afternoon making crafts, participating in a scavenger hunt and enjoying refreshments. — September 10, 2023
19. Manitou Music Fest
Enjoy an eclectic and inclusive festival of Saskatchewan talent at the Manitou Music Fest during Septmber long weekend.
20. Smoke’n the Valley KCBS Master Series Competition
The third annual Smoke’n the Valley competition will be hosted in RiverPark, Lumsden! — September 22 – 24, 2023
21. Cruisin’ The Market
The 12th Annual Show & Shine will take place at the corner of Chaplin St. & Central Ave. North in Swift Current. — September 9, 2023
22. Sask Parks Summer Cinema
Don’t miss Sask Parks Summer Cinema at Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park’s Baseball Diamond for Lightyear and enjoy an outdoor movie experience on the big screen! — September 2, 2023
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23. Have a Supper In the Orchard
Enjoy culinary creations by local chefs who will create a multi-course supper using mainly ingredients from local farms and the Over the Hill Orchards and Winery. — Various dates in September
24. Blue Mountain Adventure Park
Experience the rush of a zip line tour, fly across the beautiful valley from hilltop to hilltop enjoying the amazing view at Blue Mountain Adventure Park.
25. Ranchman’s Ridin’ & Recitin’
Come and watch stock producers from Saskatchewan as they put their top stock on display. From the future of agriculture in the Junior Stockman’s Livestock Show to today’s standard makers at the Cattle Pen Show, to the Heavy Horse Competition, there is something for all ages. — September 23, 2023
26. Little Miss Higgins
Little Miss Higgins will be performing at Mae Wilson Theatre in Moose Jaw on September 23, 2023.
27. Reel Rave
Be a part of Reel Rave, an annual International Film Festival happening every year in Waskesiu Lake. The festival features six award-winning films. — September 8 – 10, 2023
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28. Homestand23
The historic ball park will be transformed into Moose Jaw’s biggest concert venue and will feature a diverse roster of both established artists and rising stars. This year’s lineup features Corb Lund, Mike Plume Band, Lindi Ortega, and Jordyn Pollard. — September 9, 2023
29. Prohibition Days
If you are looking for something fun to do on the weekend of September 15 & 16, get a ticket to enjoy Prohibition Days! Pub Crawl Bootlegger Pass will include a special drink ticket to two of the five stops on the tour, and unlimited trolley rides between the locations.
30. Threshing Bee
The annual Threshing Bee will be held at the Sukanen Ship Pioneer Village & Museum on September 9th and 10th. The event will feature Antique Tractor Pulls, Pancake Breakfast, Blacksmithing, Field Demonstrations and so much more!! — September 9 – 10, 2023
31. Enjoy a Picnic in the Orchard
Cheese platter with wine, overlooking the valley! Does that sound wonderful? Book your Picnic at Over the Hill Orchards and Winery.
32. Swamp Fest
Swamp Fest, an independent music and arts festival, is all set to go this year on September 1 – 3, 2023.
33. See Unique Natural Attractions
From the incredible sand dunes and sand formations to the creepy twisted trees, visit some of the unique natural attractions in Saskatchewan.
34. Hike the Gem Lakes
If you love hiking in Saskatchewan and want to discover a new trail, join us at the Gem Lakes Trail in Narrow Hills Provincial Park. The day will be filled with exploration and learning, beginning with an education session, followed by a guided hike. Our first guided hike in the morning is approximately three hours in duration and is recommened for experienced hikers aged 12+. — September 9, 2023
35. Toboggan at the Great Sandhills
Take a cardboard sled and slide down Saskatchewan’s giant sand dunes near Sceptre!
36. Show N Shine
See one of the largest car shows in Western Canada. All proceeds to this annual Labour day event in Regina will go to Regina Food Bank. – September 4, 2023
37. Lumsden Duck Derby
Come out and cheer on the ducks at the annual Lumsden Duck Derby! Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast followed by a day filled with activities for the whole family. Take in the trade show, parade, and entertainment. — September 4, 2023
38. Get Soaked!
Enjoy safe, clean fun at the Soaked! Waterpark. Exclusive to guests of The Atlas° Hotel, the waterpark features two waterslides, a swimming pool, spray pad, toddler area, hot tub and more.
39. Go On the Trail of the Mounties
Go on a driving tour exploring and understanding Canada’s national police force, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). The trip starts in Regina at the RCMP Heritage Centre’s Training Academy Depot Division, the cadets receive their training. The tour ends with a visit to the Fort Battleford National Historic Site, the NWMP headquarters for the District of Saskatchewan.
For more options see, 10 History Themed Road Trips and Tours in Saskatchewan
40. Southwest Art Fest
Celebrate artists in the southwest corner of Saskatchewan. Visit venues and artists throughout the region and take in events, shows, galleries and more! – September 2023
41. Last Mountain Fall Walleye Classic
This is one of the longest-running tournaments in Saskatchewan and takes place on September 8 – 9, 2023. The event draws anglers from North and South Dakota, Montana, Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan.
42. Little Manitou Lake
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43. Nutrien Fireworks Festival
Nutrien Fireworks Festival features world-class pyrotechnic shows choreographed to music! Taking place over the Labour Day weekend, gather your friends on the river’s edge for fun, food, and entertainment. — September 1 – 2, 2023
44. Everything Country: A Unique Experience
Attend SK’s largest outdoor market for all things hand-made and re-purposed, antiques, vintage, produce, baking, treats, pets, birds, and animals. Enjoy a variety of breakfast, lunch, and snack options. Come experience this unique event with the whole family! – September 9, 2023
45. See Murals
Go on a walking tour to see the murals of Nipawin from The CPR Bridge to Tom Forgie, the milkman showcasing life in Nipawin through the years.
46. Escape City
Have a real-life adventure you’ll never forget! Work together with your friends/family to find clues, solve puzzles and escape before the time runs out.
47. Challenge yourself at the Beaver Flat 50
The Beaver Flat 50 is a hilly, hard-as-hell trail run at Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park, with over 2,000 m of vertical gain across 50 km. — September 16, 2023
48. Sunflower Art & Craft Market
Happening annually in September, Yorkton’s Sunflower Art & Craft Market offers everything including pottery, photography, fibre arts, paintings, jewellery, specialty foods, metal work, home and garden decor, kids stuff, recycled products and much more. — September 8 – 9, 2023
49. Beechy Western Days
Beechy Western Days‘ rodeo features saddle bronc and bareback riding, bull riding, steer wrestling, tie down roping, ladies barrel racing and team roping plus novice saddle bronc and bareback riding. — September 22 – 24, 2023
50. Wanuskein Heritage Park
Embark on a journey to unlock Saskatchewan’s past at the Wanuskein Heritage Park. Learn about Northern Plains Indian history and culture. Tour the visitor center and participate in various programs including Bison Hunt, Traditional Games, Tipi Rising, and more.