MOTHERS DAY LOBSTER FEST
May 8 – 10, 2026
The Crossing Resort’s renowned Mother’s Day Weekend Lobster Fest—celebrating 28 years—invites families to indulge in an all-you-can-eat Lobster and Prime Rib Buffet on May 9th, featuring Atlantic lobster, Alberta prime rib, and decadent desserts.
On May 10th, enjoy a Mother’s Day breakfast buffet complete with flowers, honouring moms amid the resort’s spectacular mountain setting.
MARKETS IN NORDEGG
May 23/24 ~ September 5/6 ~ November 14/15
Nordegg presents three special annual markets that celebrate community spirit & local artisans. May’s Spring Fling inaugurates the season. Over the September Long Weekend, the Mountains & Mines Market forms part of Nordegg Days, showcasing makers, artisanal wares, a Show & Shine, and live entertainment. Each November, the NCA Christmas Market fills the Discovery Centre with handcrafted gifts, seasonal treats and festive goodwill.
FETE FRANCO-ALBERTAINE
July 2026
The David Thompson Resort hosts the annual Fête Franco-Albertaine, celebrating francophone culture against a backdrop of Rocky Mountain scenery. Guests will enjoy Québécois music, lively folk dances, theatrical performances, and storytelling, alongside educational workshops that explore francophone history and language. Culinary offerings include tourtière, poutine, and seafood. This community-driven festival fosters cultural exchange, joie de vivre, and adventurous spirit amid nature’s grandeur.
EAST COAST KITCHEN PARTY
August 2026
The East Coast Kitchen Party is an annual event held at the David Thompson Resort—an evening of lively maritime music, traditional step-dancing, and hearty, savory fare. Nestled near the shores of Abraham Lake, this festive gathering combines fiddle tunes, communal ceilidh dances, and authentic seafood chowder, offering visitors a taste of Atlantic culture against a backdrop of spectacular Rocky Mountain vistas, warmth, and spirited camaraderie.
NORDEGG DAYS – Mountain & Mines Market
September 5 – 6, 2026
Every September Long Weekend, Nordegg Days unites residents & visitors for a lively multi-day celebration of local traditions & mountain life with live music filling the air on Sunday. Attendees wander the Mountains & Mines Market stalls and admire classic cars at the Show & Shine—while guided heritage walks, children’s crafts and artisan workshops offer educational & playful experiences. Nordegg Days celebrates local culture, fosters community connections, and inspires exploration amid the Nordegg’s scenic vistas.
BLACK LUNG ULTRA
September 12, 2026
The town of Nordegg, Alberta, will once again welcome endurance athletes and outdoor enthusiasts to the second annual Black Lung Ultra—a rugged 62-kilometre, three-leg trail ultra marathon honouring the region’s coal-mining heritage. Inviting adventure-seekers, athletes traverse mountain ridges, collieries, and scenic foothills of the Rockies, experiencing Nordegg’s warm community spirit and storied history as they test their grit and endurance.
THANKSGIVING FEAST & FAMILY WEEKEND
October 2026
On Canadian Thanksgiving Weekend, The Crossing Resort, nestled in a spectacular setting in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, invites families and friends to gather, share favourite memories and gratitude at a festive buffet feast featuring roast turkey and maple whisky glazed ham with all the traditional accompaniments; cranberry sauce, cabbage rolls, mashed potatoes, honey-glazed carrots, sweet potato casserole and a salad bar. A selection of creative desserts and decadent pumpkin pie tops this bountiful feast.
And let’s not forget about the Thanksgiving Day Breakfast Buffet!
