Registration has opened for the annual Miners Days Parade in Coalhurst.
The 2026 event is set for July 25, immediately following a community pancake breakfast.
Officials with the Town said entry to the parade is free, but pre-registration is required. Those looking to sign up to participate in the parade can do so on the Town website.
The day’s schedule is as follows:
- 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.: Town council pancake breakfast with South Country Co-op at the Coalhurst Community Centre.
- 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.: Parade lineup and registration on the north side of Coalhurst High School, along 55th Avenue.
- 9:45 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.: Judging of parade entries. Officials add that entries not registered before 9:15 a.m. will not be included in the judging process.
- 10:30 a.m.: The parade begins.
Floats will be judged in the following categories:
- Best overall entry;
- Children’s entry (decorated bikes, Girl Guides, Scouts, etc.);
- Commercial float;
- Municipal float;
- Vehicle entry (classic, antique, unique and agricultural);
- Group entry (non-profit group, animals, musical, etc.).
Those interested in participating are asked to register by July 17.
In addition to the parade, other activities are planned for the 2026 Miners Days weekend, which is set for July 24-26.
The Town is looking for volunteers, with tasks including helping with the pancake breakfast, the parade check-in and general event support.
More details about the 2026 Miners Days are available on the Town of Coalhurst website.
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