141 Canadian Candles

Yee-Haw! The biggest birthday party of the year is just around the corner and you are invited along with 33 million of your closest friends. Of course we’re talking about Canada Day, the celebratory kick-off to summer.
Summer seems to bring out the cowgirl (or boy) in all of us proud Calgarians. So, kick off that urban apparel in favor of boots and belt buckles in celebration of Canada’s 141st birthday (and keep the yee-haws going right through to Stampede).

Millarville Races
If you have never been to Millarville, add it to your list of must-visit attractions in the Calgary area. Most famous for their Saturday morning summer market, they also host several fun family events at the adjacent race track that runs b-class horses. Families can get up close and personal with the horses prior to racing and get a heart pounding view of the thoroughbreds at full speed (and yes, there is betting as well). Millarville is a beautiful 20 minute drive through the foothills south-west of the city limits. Admission is $5 at the door and the races commence at high noon. Little ones will enjoy the bouncy tent and grown-ups the scaled down market, also on site on Canada Day.

Tested by Allison, Luke & Matt B., Calgary