Destination Guide EXPLORE
2022 #mystonyplain
Welcome to Stony Plain! Our community is a diverse, cultured municipality boasting a variety of events and family-friendly amenities. There’s something fun for everyone in Stony Plain all year round! Flip through this Guide to learn more about our vibrant town. Enjoy experiencing Stony Plain’s unique cultural heritage!
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Places to Visit
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Murals and Public Art
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Celebrations
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Summer Sessions 11 Downtown Celebration and Midsummer Thursdays
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Shopping and Accommodation 17 Recreation
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330 km
TO JASPER
25 km
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BMX Track
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4912 - 51 Avenue
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Sports Fields
4902 - 51 Avenue
Family Connection Centre APFA
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Skate Park
5600 - 50 Street
Umbach Off Leash Dog Park
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Playground
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4200 - 49 Avenue
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4912 - 51 Avenue
Stony Plain Youth Centre
49 Boulder Boulevard
5009 - 51 Avenue
Family Connection Centre APFA
St. Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church
5600 - 50 Street
5021 - 51 Avenue
Public Parking
Stony Plain Alliance Church
Church
Rotary Spray Park 5210 - 55 Avenue
School
Wellness Park
Recycling
4505 - 50 Avenue
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Stony Plain Baptist Church Stony Plain United Church 5012 - 51 Avenue
4912 - 51 Avenue
5411 - 51 Street
9 Granite Drive
P.E.R.C. Building
Crooked Pot Gallery
Multicultural Heritage Centre
5012 - 51 Avenue
CHURCHES
Bethel Apostolic Church
Camping / Tenting
9 Granite Drive
5120 - 41 Avenue
Willow Park Natural Area
4900 - 53 Avenue
5413 - 51 Avenue
Lions R.V. Park
4905 - 51 Avenue
Shikaoi Park
POINTS OF INTEREST
New Life Community Church
4902 - 51 Avenue
Playground
4210 - 44 Avenue
Lighthouse Church
4902 - 44 Avenue
Volleyball
Parkland Building
5010 - 52 Avenue
Curling Club
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5018 - 51 Avenue
Pioneer Museum
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
5400 - 52 Street
BMX Track
Seniors’ Drop-in Centre
5413 - 51 Street
Legion Hall
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5008 - 51 Avenue
P.E.R.C. Building
4704 - 79 Avenue
Public Works Yard
5210 - 55 Avenue
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4912 - 51 Avenue
4505 - 50 Avenue
Swimming Pool
Community Centre
4905 - 51 Avenue
Crooked Pot Gallery
5012 - 51 Avenue
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18 Fairway Drive
East Parkland Bible Church
4902 - 44 Avenue
5300 - 52 Street
Golf Course
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Town Office
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4603 - 48 Street
Tennis Courts
Bethel Apostolic Church
Glenn Hall Centennial Arena
Curling Club
5400 - 52 Street
CHURCHES
Legion Hall
4505 - 50 Avenue
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Multicultural Heritage Centre 5411 - 51 Street
Public Works Yard
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Lions R.V. Park
Parkland School Division
Outdoor Rinks
4603 - 48 Street
4815 - 44 Avenue
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5300 - 52 Street
4401 - 48 Street
RV Dump Station
Parkland School Division
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5100 - 41 Avenue
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Accommodation
4000 - 49 Avenue
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Meridian Model Flyers
53026 Golf Course Road
Rotary Park
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RECREATION / SPORTS FACILITIES
RV Dump Station
4905 - 51 Avenue
4815 - 44 Avenue
Provincial Law Courts
9 Granite Drive
5100 - 41 Avenue
Shikaoi Park
Visitor Information Centre
Heritage Park & Pavilion
4815 - 44 Avenue
4405 South Park Drive
4000 - 49 Avenue
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Visitor Information Centre
COMMUNITY FACILITIES
Fire Hall
5216 - 50 Street
POINTS OF INTEREST
Hospital
Library
4405 South Park Drive
4505 - 50 Avenue
Fire Hall
Hospital
TOURIST SERVICES
TOURIST SERVICES
COMMUNITY FACILITIES
EMERGENCY SERVICES
EMERGENCY SERVICES
School Recycling
LEGEND
LEGEND
4210 - 44 Avenue
4815 - 44 Avenue
Wellness Park
Meridian Model Flyers
5210 - 55 Avenue
53026 Golf Course Road
Rotary Spray Park
Accommodation
Volleyball
Seniors’ Drop-in Centre
4401 - 48 Street
4200 - 49 Avenue
Community Centre
5008 - 51 Avenue
4711 - 44 Avenue
5210 - 55 Avenue
4905 - 51 Avenue
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Meridian Village Mall
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Legion Hall
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Town Office
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Rotary Park
Curling Club
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Outdoor Rinks
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Heritage Park & Pavilion
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Stony Plain’s merchants invite you to discover an affordable, alternative style of shopping. Warm personal customer service coupled with high-quality, exclusive and custom designed products, the downtown businesses of Stony Plain provide visitors with a delightful and enjoyable shopping experience. An excursion to downtown Stony Plain is sure to satisfy all one’s
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COMMUNITY FACILITIES
Boutique stores showcasing and selling contemporary or antique furniture and home décor; exceptional giftware from all corners of the world; books; fine jewelry; fashions; and many more products and services complement the charming restaurants and quaint cafés, which serve fresh-baked goods, delicious homemade meals, organic foods and fair-trade coffee. Sip on a java while exploring an art gallery displaying locally crafted pottery and art.
Our warm and welcoming community is full of original charm and character that is beckoning you explore. The tree-lined historic downtown is brimming with charming restaurants and boutiques. Stroll our unique, lovely Main Street, and discover a whole-new-world. Original buildings – both old and new – provide the setting for a wonderful experience.
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EMERGENCY SERVICES
PLACES TO VISIT
Discover the nooks and crannies of Stony Plain. Celebrate the history and stories that make our community unique.
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Stony Plain and Parkland Pioneer Museum
Multicultural Heritage Centre
5411-51 Street multicentre.org 5120-41 Avenue 780.963.2777 pioneermuseum.ca The Multicultural Heritage Centre is housed in Stony Plain’s 780.963.1234 original schoolhouse, the Oppertshauser House, and the Visit this early 20th Century outdoor village. Stay for the PERC Building. The Centre features a museum, art gallery, day and experience Legacy Street, an indoor street scene historical archives, artisan market, teaching gardens, and depicting the 1930s in a small Alberta town. Check out community gardens. Check out the on-site restaurant for a antique vehicles, machinery and displays. During the summer tasty meal. months, be sure to visit the Pioneer Museum Tea House for a delicious lunch.
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Stony Plain Public Library
5216-50 Street mysppl.ca Since 1945, the Library has been entertaining, educating, and inspiring residents of all ages. In addition, there are a wide range of programs including story times, after-school clubs, technology training, travel adventures, writers groups, and a photography club.
Fun Fact
At 77 years, Stony Plain Public Library is one of the oldest community institutions and THE oldest cultural institution in town. Check out the new location in Downtown Stony Plain!
Parkland Potters’ Guild
4912-51 Avenue parklandpotters.com 780.963.9573 For over 40 years, members of the Parkland Potters’ Guild have hand-crafted original works of art. These pieces are on exhibit and available for sale in the Crooked Pot Gallery. Don’t miss the chance to take home a handmade, local treasure.
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MURALS stonyplain.com/murals
Our breathtaking murals, designed by artists from across Canada, illustrate our community’s rich story. These outdoor paintings can be found on more than 40 walls around town. If you only have a few hours, explore the murals within the downtown core. If you have more time, and a bicycle or vehicle, be sure to check out all of the murals within Stony Plain.
Self Guided Mural Tours
Take a stroll with the Mural Guide and learn about the life and times of Stony Plain. View or download the guide at stonyplain.com/murals
Horse and Wagon Mural Tours July 9 July 23
August 14 August 27
Start times: 11:30AM & 1:00PM
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MURAL TOUR
10 adults/ride $15 per person
All tours of Stony Plain’s famous murals begin at the Multicultural Heritage Centre. Contact info@multicentre.org or call 780.963.2777 to reserve your spot.
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PUBLIC ART
Public art encourages creative expression and promotes cultural conversations. As part of the Public Art Policy, the Town regularly funds new public art projects that complement Stony Plain’s natural beauty. A visit to Stony Plain isn’t complete without viewing some of our most well-known public art pieces.
Sheriff Umbach Statue
Enduring Connections
Town Hall Statues
Disc Drumming
Forged from iron and horseshoes this piece was created using centuries old blacksmithing techniques. The work can be viewed at Heritage Park and represents the many important relationships the Town of Stony Plain holds with the community.
The statue of Sheriff Israel Umbach, Stony Plain’s first sheriff and overseer, can be viewed at Rotary Park. He is known for forcing the Canadian Northern Railway to pay their outstanding taxes by chaining a locomotive to the tracks.
Located at Rotary Park, this sculpture is composed of eleven steel agricultural disc harrows welded on an elliptical frame. Each harrow reverberates with a different bell like tone when played with the attached mallets.
In 2008, two Centennial statues entitled “Story Time” and “Golden Years” were installed in honour of Stony Plain’s 100th Anniversary. The two statues can be viewed in front of the Town Office.
Trifecta
Stony Plain’s first public art bench is a combination of poured solid concrete and hand carved concrete rocks. The heaviness of the work conveys a sense of grounding while users are enjoying the outdoors.
Poetry Panels
In 2020, poetry panels represeting the four seasons were added to the gazebo in Rotary Park.
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CELEBRATIONS
There are a variety of family-friendly celebrations in Stony Plain. Our rich cultural and traditional events are filled with music, history, and kid-friendly fun. Most of our events are held in the summer, making Stony Plain a must-visit summer vacation hot spot. Please visit event websites for full details.
Jane’s Walk
Canada Day
Farmers’ Days
Cultural Campfires
July 1 stonyplain.com/canadaday Celebrate Canada’s birthday with our community! A variety of fun, family activities will be available to fill your day, including live music, kids’ zone, food trucks, and car show.
May 8 stonyplain.com/janeswalk Walk our town to honour the ideas of Jane Jacobs, who championed the voices of everyday people in neigbourhood planning and city building.
July 7, 14, 21, 28 August 4,11,18, 25 stonyplain.com/culturalcampfires Storytellers share tales from an array of cultural backgrounds around the campfire.
June 3-5 stonyplain.com/farmersdays Farmers’ Days is the biggest event of the year! This three-day weekend event features a rodeo, midway with carnival games, and the Kids’ Korral. Other events on the weekend include a Pancake Breakfast, Rotary Parade, live entertainment, and beer gardens.
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Blueberry Bluegrass Festival
July 29-31 blueberrybluegrass.com A 3-day musical event! Participate in the jams and tap your toes at the main stage.
Stony Plain Cowboy Gathering
August 12-14 stonyplaincowboygathering.com Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the gathering with storytelling, music, and poetry.
Outdoor Movie
August 18 stonyplain.com/outdoormovie Relive the experience of a drive-in movie with the whole family! Snuggle with your blankets and lawn chairs to watch the show.
Alberta Culture Days
September 23-25 stonyplain.com/culturedays Join the community-wide celebration of arts, culture, and heritage.
Harvest Festival
September 24 pioneermuseum.ca Experience threshing demonstrations, activities, and fun for the whole family.
Mini Monster Bash
October 27 minimonsterbash.com Celebrate Halloween at the Mini Monster Bash! Children are encouraged to dress in their mini-monster best.
Family Fest
December 31 stonyplain.com/familyfest Experience live entertainment, a horse-drawn sleigh ride, bonfire, and skating and then warm up with a nice cup of hot chocolate. The evening culminates with a spectacular fireworks display.
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SUMMER SESSIONS
stonyplain.com/summersessions
Wednesdays 7PM June 15-August 3 Heritage Park & Virtual
Set up your blanket or lawn chair for this free music series featuring Canadian talent. Special Guest performances start at 6:30 p.m and headliners will go live at 7:00 p.m. Fun for kids and adults alike!
Brasstactics
Josh Sahunta
June 16 thebrasstactics.com Edmonton’s premier brass party band, The Brasstactics deliver only the tightest jams! Serving up hot throwbacks from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s, and 00’s, we guarantee you’ll dance and sing along. Throw your worries away and get down to The Brasstactics!
June 29 joshsahunta.com When it comes to setting the bar high, Canadian R&Bpop artist Josh Sahunta never lets his feet touch the ground. The self-taught multi-instrumentalist and singer positions himself as a songwriter with substance through the intertwining of haunting melodies and storytelling lyrics.
Amie Weymes & The Atta Boys
Eric Kane
June 22 @amiewattaboys Yesterdays classic rock and country to celtic rock to contemporary pop and all the hits in between. Amie Weymes & The Atta Boys are a high energy, danceable party band delivering a variety of new and classic hits from your favourite Rock, Pop, Country and Celtic Artists.
July 6 @erickane_ Former frontman of Kane Incognito, Eric Kane launches his own solo career, returning to his roots of vulnerable storytelling that spreads a message of self-love and growth.
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Tommy John Ehman
July 13 tommyjohnehman.net Tommy John Ehman has the heart and soul of a songwriter, a desire and a passion to perform and a deep enthusiasm for music that has driven him over a long career. His vast musical talent has resulted in 6 studio albums, 10 radio singles, airplay from coast to coast across Canada and placing on major Canadian radio charts.
Ayla Brook
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The Sound Men
July 20 aylabrook.com Ayla Brook makes music as raw and vast as the Canadian Prairies. From his beginnings in Lily Plain, Saskatchewan, to successful records recorded with AA Sound System, to now his solo work, Ayla has never wavered from his original vision of honest roots rock.
The Bix Mix Boys
July 27 thebixmixboys.ca The Bix Mix Boys, from Edmonton Alberta, are one of Canada’s hottest bluegrass bands. With exceptional music combined with an entertaining stage show, The Bix Mix Boys know how to put on a show.
Julian Austin
August 3 julianaustin.com What best-selling country music artist do you know who can successfully pull off the quintessential line “even the dog knows she ain’t comin’ back” on the same album on which he records covers of tunes by Queen, Elvis Presley and Rod Stewart? Julian Austin has written and played music since he was in his mid-teens, dabbling in every genre from heavy metal to rock to 80’s pop before falling in love with the new country music sound that was taking shape in the early 90’s.
Note: View our website to access virtual viewing platforms
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CELEBRATE DOWNTOWN stonyplain.com/celebrate May 19 5-8PM
The Town of Stony Plain is excited to announce the grand opening of its new downtown! Find out more at stonyplain.com/celebrate
Join us for a community celebration featuring family-friendly activities and entertainment.
Featuring Aerialists Jugglers Stilt Walker Circus Walker Face Painter Food Trucks Live Music Dancers
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The evening will kick off at 5PM with a ceremony and ribbon cutting at the 50 Street and 50 Avenue intersection.
MIDSUMMER THURSDAYS stonyplain.com/midsummer 5-8PM
Join us downtown on Thursday evenings for local shopping, entertainment, and plenty of great eats. Our downtown hub will come alive as food trucks and entertainment take to the streets. It’s the perfect opportunity to get out and explore!
Stony In Bloom
A’maize’ Fest
August 18 Fall into Autumn with the final Midsummer Thursdays. Join the end of summer festivities and discover autumn’s bounty in downtown Stony Plain. The evening will be host to family-friendly activities and a corn-ucopia of fall fun.
June 9 Pack away your winter coats and get ready for some fun in the sun. Spring into the season and see Stony Plain in bloom! Downtown Stony Plain will be blossoming and buzzing at the first Midsummer Thursdays of the season. Join in on an evening of family-friendly fun.
Focus on Wellness
July 14 Rejuvenate and refresh at the next Midsummer Thursdays! Downtown Stony Plain will be transformed into a hub for wellness. Get connected to local wellness providers, learn about physical and mental health, and jump into the fun with live demonstrations and more great activities!
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SHOPPING
Visit Stony Plain year round for a unique shopping experience! From antiques and local art to décor and fashion there’s something for every type of shopper in Stony Plain! For a listing of all the amazing shopping visit stonyplain.com/shop
Street Market
Moonlight Madness
Passport to Prizes
Farmers’ Market
June 25 stonyplain.com/streetmarket This market brings together a unique blend of antiques and collectibles, crafts, art, and gently used items. Featuring over 100 tables and a concession and BBQ, this event is sure to have something for everyone!
November 18 Discover the unique stores of Stony Plain and shop locally for your holiday gifts. Each store offers their own specials for the event.
June 17-25 stonyplain.com/shop Explore local and win! Collect stamps from participating local businesses for a chance to be entered into a grand prize draw
Every Saturday (April 2-December 16) stonyplainfarmersmarket.ca The Stony Plain Farmers’ Market, which started in 1974, boasts over 70 different vendors. Shop for homegrown vegetables, handcrafted jewelry, home décor, and more with friends and family!
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ACCOMMODATION
If you’re visiting Stony Plain, consider staying the night in one of our hotels, campgrounds, or bed & breakfast.
Bed & Breakfast Rare Gem Bed & Breakfast
Hotels Best Western Sunrise Inn & Suites
4915-53 Avenue 780.963.7431
3101-43 Avenue 780.968.1716
Motel 6
Stony Plain Inn & Suites
Campgrounds Camp ‘n’ Class RV Park
Travelodge
Stony Plain Lions RV Park & Campground
66 Boulder Boulevard 780.968.5123 3301-43 Avenue 780.963.0222
4107 50 Street 780.963.2299
74 Boulder Boulevard 780.963.1161
9 Granite Drive 780.963.4505
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RECREATION
Stay fit and have fun by visiting one of Stony Plain’s many parks and recreation amenities.
Rotary Park
BMX Park
4200-49 Avenue BMX racing is a popular sport in Stony Plain and continues to grow in popularity. The Stony Plain BMX Track is free and open to all residents. The track is reserved for members of the Stony Plain BMX Association on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings.
4815-44 Avenue Rotary Park is a beautiful park conveniently located off the main entrance into town. The Park includes a pond surrounded by a short paved walking trail with park benches. Also on site is a playground, gazebo, picnic area, and large green areas. In winter, the Town maintains the frozen pond as a skating area. Located at the park are the Stony Plain & District Chamber of Commerce and the Stony Plain Visitor Information Centre.
Community Bridges
Stony Plain’s colourful community bridges are located around Town, close to walking trails, playgrounds, and parks. How many can you find?
Rotary Spray Park
Rotary Wellness Park
44 Avenue This outdoor gym is conveniently located along our trail system and is available for use as you aspire to become fit and active in our community.
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5210-55 Avenue The Stony Plain Rotary Spray Park is a free outdoor facility that offers a variety of colourful spray features for residents and visitors of all ages. The park is located next to the Outdoor Pool and is open daily, from 9AM-8PM June to September, weather permitting.
Skate Park
Trail System
4401-49 Avenue The Stony Plain Skate Park is designed for skateboarders of all ages and abilities. This 16,500 square foot concrete facility provides a dedicated place for skateboarders to develop and show off their skills. The park features ledges, a half-pipe, table top, and kinked handrail.
The Town of Stony Plain is proud of its 43 km extensive, inter-linked pedestrian trail system, which connects many of its neighbourhood parks, Town facilities, and openspace corridors.
Umbach Off Leash Dog Park
969 Boulder Boulevard A beautiful, 25-acre park designated for walking dogs off leash, the Umbach Off Leash Dog Park is located a dog’s bark from the Stony Plain North Business Park. The wellmaintained park features a pond, walking paths, park benches, and a large, grassy dog-run area.
Shikaoi Park
4905-51 Avenue Shikaoi Park is a beautiful Japanese garden commemorating the special relationship between Stony Plain and Shikaoi, Japan. Located next to the Town Office, this park is perfect for a picnic or family gathering! In the summer, Summer Sessions, a free music series, is hosted in the park.
Whispering Waters Park
Adjacent to 49th Avenue and Brown Street Whispering Waters Park is located beside Whispering Waters Creek, which runs south to north through the centre of town. It is the perfect location for summer BBQs and family outings. The park is located along the Town’s trail system and features a playground, group shelter, and picnic areas.
Stony Plain Golf Course
18 Fairway Drive The Town’s 18-hole championship golf course boasts long, open fairways that are punctuated by strategically placed hazards. All of the undulating bent-grass greens are protected by at least one of the 84 sand traps on the course. The course features a professional driving range, a short-game practice area, and putting-practice greens.
Willow Park Natural Area
Between Willow Park and High Park This naturalized green space is home to a wide variety of small wildlife and native vegetation. The Town designated the area as a natural urban reserve in 2009. Take a stroll today and discover native grasses, trees and shrubs which are home to many birds and animals.
Stony Plain Outdoor Pool
5210-55 Avenue The Stony Plain Outdoor Pool has been making a splash in the community for more than 40 years. The outdoor, six-lane pool is open from May to August every year. The Pool hosts a variety of events, including Midnight and Solstice swims, throughout the summer.
Fun Fact
In 2008 the local arena, built in 1967, was renamed the Glenn Hall Centennial Arena in honour of Glenn Hall. The NHL Hall of Fame legend now lives in Stony Plain.
Tennis & Beach Volleyball Courts
Meridian Heights Reservoir and High Park Reservoir The Town owns and operates two sets of tennis courts, which are open to the public at no charge. Both courts have asphalt surfaces with nets and perimeter fencing. The High Park courts are lighted for evening games. The Town also has a beach volleyball court located at the 44 Avenue community playground.
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WINTER ACTIVITIES
Stay warm this winter by walking throughout Stony Plain or playing sports! It may be chilly outside in the winter months, but it’s perfect for outdoor winter activities.
Outdoor Rinks
Glenn Hall Arena
St. John Paul II School Forest Green School École Meridian Heights School Centennial Memorial Westerra Rotary Park
5300-52 Street The Town’s popular arena is named in honour of the legendary Glenn Hall, the National Hockey League Hall of Fame goaltender.
Cross Country Skiing
5801-48 Street 5206-45 Street 4121-43 Street 5300-52 Street 1706 Westerra Loop 4815-44 Avenue
Outdoor rink schedules can be found at stonyplain.com/rinks
18 Fairway Drive Every winter, the Stony Plain Golf Course is transformed into a series of interlinking cross-country ski trails. The trail can be accessed via the Golf Course parking lot from 9AM-3PM Monday to Friday or on Fairway Drive just east of the Golf Course entrance (at the soccer golf course). Please follow the trail system and refrain from bringing pets.
Fun Fact
The best place to sled in Stony Plain is at St. John Paul II Catholic School on 48th Street.
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