Exhibits, Shops and Rides
Guests will grin from ear to ear with the good old fashion fun of wagon rides, antique midway games and a couple of creamy scoops from the ice cream parlour.
Entertainment and activities must be combined with a catered event and needs to be booked a minimum of 14 days in advance.
Exhibits and Retail Shops
Let guests explore a few of our priceless historical homes, businesses or shops after hours, starting at 6:00pm. Each is staffed by costumed interpreters and will be in full operation. Available from Victoria Day Weekend (May) to Canadian Thanksgiving (October).
Historical Village Exhibits*
- Flett’s Blacksmith Shop
- Barons Snooker Parlour
- Cottage Hospital
- Railway Roundhouse
- Railway Car Shop
- Prince House
- Strathmore & Bow Valley Standard Newspaper Office
- Burnside Ranch House
- Montefiore Institute (synagogue)
*Other exhibits upon request
Historical Village Shops
- Vulcan Ice Cream Parlour
- Alberta Bakery
- Claresholm General Store (candy store)**
- Botsford Harness Shop (gift shop)**
Heritage Town Square Shops
- Switzer’s Grocery and Confectionery
- Antiques and Collectables**
- The Plaza Mercantile**
- The Corner Emporium**
**Access between shops via interior doors
Conklin Lakeview Amusements Antique Midway
Your guests will love the thrills and excitement of the Park's old-fashioned midway rides. Available Victoria Day Weekend (May) to Labour Day (September), 6:30pm start time, weather permitting. Rides subject to availability the day after Labour Day (September) to Canadian Thanksgiving (October), day or evening.
Midway Rides
- Bowness Carousel
- Ferris Wheel
- The Whip
- Dangler Swings
- Caterpillar
- Baby Eli Ferris Wheel (7 years and under)
Waiting Time: $60 +GST per ride, per hour, from 6:30pm
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Conklin Lakeview Amusements Antique Midway Games
Our historical midway games are guaranteed to bring out some fun and friendly competition among your guests.
Includes games with prizes:
- Clown Pitch
- Milk Bottle Knockdown
- Go Fishing (6 years and under)
Available Victoria Day Weekend (May) to Labour Day (September); 6:30pm start time, weather permitting.
Games subject to availability after Labour Day (September) to Canadian Thanksgiving (October), day or evening.
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Horse-Drawn Wagon Ride
Enjoy a leisurely wagon ride through Heritage Park’s peaceful and picturesque landscape. This activity is one of our most popular.
Available year-round (except during Once Upon A Christmas at Heritage Park event days), 6:00pm – 8:30pm, weather permitting.
Subject to availability year-round (except during Once Upon A Christmas at Heritage Park event days), 10:00am - 5:00pm, weather permitting.
Maximum 16 guests per wagon.
Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride
Our majestic carriages are simply the most romantic way to tour the Park, a grand way to make an entrance at your wedding or a stately addition to any event.
Available mid-May to mid-October, 6:00pm – 8:00pm, weather permitting. Subject to availability the day after Labour Day (September) to Canadian Thanksgiving (October), 10:00am – 7:00pm, weather permitting.
Maximum 2 - 9 guests per carriage, depending on the carriage selected.
Steam Train
Give your guests a private ride on Heritage Park’s authentic steam train. You’ll experience the Park’s natural beauty as the train charges over its mile long track.
Available Victoria Day Weekend (May) to Labour Day (September), 6:30pm start time, weather permitting. Subject to availability after Labour Day (September) to Canadian Thanksgiving (October), additional costs will apply.
Capacity: 3 cars of 75 passengers each
S.S. Moyie Paddlewheeler
Set sail on Calgary’s only paddlewheeler and enjoy breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains and downtown Calgary from the waters of the Glenmore Reservoir.
Available Victoria Day Weekend (May) to Labour Day (September), 6:30pm start time, weather permitting. Subject to availability the day after Labour Day (September) to Canadian Thanksgiving (October), additional costs will apply.
The S.S. Moyie can only be booked in conjunction with a catered event in a catering venue, and will sail rain or shine. The sail will only be cancelled in the event of dangerous sailing conditions, and sailing start date is dependent on the Glenmore Reservoir’s water level and conditions.
Capacity: 200 passengers; 90 catered event; 90 seated for ceremony
Shuttle Bus
With over 127 acres of Park to explore, you may want to consider renting our Antique Bus to assist your guests with getting around to see it all.
Shuttle Bus
Subject to availability year-round, from 6:00pm. Uninterrupted service required.
Capacity: 20 passengers
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