Always something going on at the ORE

As the calendar flips from July to August, there’s no shortage of events happening at the Olds Regional Exhibition to fill your summer schedule. 

The ORE is hosting a barrage of fun events over the coming weeks, starting with the weekly farmers market this afternoon from 3:30 until 6:30.

Next week, BGC Olds and Area will take over the Mega Dome with thier sold out soccer camp August 4th through 8th. 

Friday, August 1st,  marks the opening of applications for the Country Wonderland Market held annually in November to celebrate the holiday season. 

The market welcomes over 2,300 visitors each year, eager to discover handmade crafts, festive décor, baked goods, and unique holiday gifts from talented local vendors.

For a complete run down of events or to apply for the market, see the ORE website at Olds Regional Exhibition.com

Story written by Bernd Van’t Klooster

Galen Hartviksen
Galen Hartviksen
Straight outta northwestern Ontario, Galen moved from his hometown of Thunder Bay to Alberta in 1998. After graduating from the broadcasting program at Mount Royal College (Class of 2003), it was off to the Town of Olds for the launch of the independent radio station (CAB-K Broadcasting). A fan of all seasons, Galen has been News Director & the voice of the Alberta Junior Hockey League's Olds Grizzlys on 96.5 CKFM/ROCK 104.5 for two decades and in 2024 he was excited to have the opportunity to join the team at Vista Radio and My Mountain View Now.

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