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Calendar of Events

February

Eatonia Oasis Players' Community Theatre Nights
This annual event showcases local talent on the 2nd weekend of February and offers dinner theatre and pub night.
Town of Eatonia (306) 967-2251

Leader Dinner Theatre
The Leader River Hills Lion's Club, in conjunction with the Leader Drama Troupe, hosts an annual dinner theatre production in February. Tickets available for theatre, dinner theatre and pub night.
Town of Leader (306) 628-3868

Leader Wildlife Supper
Featuring various wild game and fish dishes, this event is held annually on the third Saturday of February.

March

Empress Community Supper
The village of Empress offers an annual supper at the Empress Community Hall.
Village of Empress (403) 565-3938

April

Burstall Drama Night
The Burstall School Drama Club performs annually, serving appetizers and desserts.

Leader Grand Ole Opry
Held annually in the spring, this family event features local talent portraying popular musicians.

May

Eatonia Community Garage Sales and Adjudicated Art Show
On the last Saturday in May approximately 30 garage sales are held in the community in conjunction with Eatonia Arts Council's Annual Adjudicated Art Show at Eaton School.
Town of Eatonia (306) 967-2251 or Eatonia Arts Council 967-2250

Leader Red Line Car Club Annual Show
This annual show features vintage and modern automobiles from across Western Canada.
Town of Leader (306) 628-3868

June

Burstall Sports Day
Slow pitch and hardball tournaments are played early in June.
Town of Burstall (306) 679-2000

Eaton Strawberry Social and Band Concert
The Eaton School Band entertains while guests enjoy strawberry shortcake on the 3rd Sunday in June.
Eaton School (306) 967-2536

Leader Birding Festival
Held every second year, this three day festival provides guest speakers, tours on local birding trails and a wildlife gallery exhibit.
Kerry Wrishko (306) 628-3900

Leader Wild West Days
Held on the 3rd weekend in June, ball tournaments, pancake breakfast and "Grebble" follow a parade of local floats.
Town of Leader (306) 628-3868

July

Empress Daze
The village of Empress hosts Empress Daze during the 3rd week in July. This event includes a summer curling bonspiel, ball tournament, social events and a dance.

Leader Children's Festival
The town of Leader hosts this event on Canada Day. Offering games, activities and entertainment for children, admission is free. Town o
Town of Leader (306) 628-3868

Sceptre Elk's Ball Tournament
The Elks Club hosts an annual ball tournament in July
Village of Sceptre (306) 623-4244

August

Eatonia Lion's Harvest Krunch Bull Riding
Top professional bull riders and bulls participate in annual competition.

Sceptre Festival of Arts
This features local and Saskatchewan artists, ice cream making, roping, horseshoes, ball games and more.

September

Burstall Fall Fair
Held annually on the 2nd Sunday in September, the fall Fair offers trade tables, arts & crafts, produce, bakes goods and ethnic foods.

October

Burstall Rocktober Fest
The Lion's Club of Burstall hosts a live rock concert, with food and beverages, in the month of October.
Town of Burstall (306) 679-2000

Burstall Fall Supper
An annual fundraiser held on the last Sunday of October.
Town of Burstall (306) 679-2000

Eatonia & District Fall Trade Show
Booth displays along with live entertainment, craft show, bake sale, farmers' market & pancake breakfast are featured annually in October.

Eatonia & District Annual Fowl Supper
A delicious homestyle meal held on the 4th Sunday of October.

Leader Fall Supper
Each year the Little Flower Catholic Church sponsors a supper held on the 1st Sunday of October.
Little Flower Church (306) 628-4366

November

Eaton School Dinner/Dessert Theatre, Eatonia
Eatonia School Drama Club provides a night of good food and great acting.

Leader Christmas Craft Fair
Held annually on the 3rd Sunday of November, craftsmen and artisans display their work at this show and sale.
Town of Leader (306) 628-3868

December

Eatonia Old Fashioned Christmas Party
Held on the 2nd Saturday of December, this party provides fun and entertainment for all ages and features competitive Bathtub Luge Races.
Town of Eatonia (306) 967-2251

Empress Christmas Concert
The Family Worship Centre offers a night of music, skits and recitals each December.

Many Golf Tournaments, Curling Bonspiels & other Sports Activities are organized throughout the year. For info contact each community's Town Office.

 
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