Fly, Ride & Drive

Cleared for takeoff and ready to roll!

Things are moving fast and the schedule for Fly, Ride & Drive is officially set! We’re celebrating all things transportation in Shaunavon, and we want to see you there.

Grab the full schedule right here: Click to Download Schedule

Fly, ride, or drive your way over, see you on the runway!

We are thrilled to open our doors and invite the entire community to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Shaunavon Court House on September 18th as a way to kick off the excitement for Fly Ride and Drive to Shaunavon!

Construction began in 1926 for this beautiful building, this landmark building was designed by Provincial Architect Maurice Sharon in a grand Colonial Revival style - built with local pride using iconic face brick from Saskatchewan’s famous Claybank Brick Plant. From holding trials to serving as our current Town Hall, this building has a century of stories to tell, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

EVENT DETAILS

When: Friday, September 18, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Where: 401 - 3rd St West (Town Hall)

WHAT’S HAPPENING ON FRIDAY

• Guided Tours (11:00 AM & 1:00 PM): Meet Town staff and local officials, explore behind the scenes, and discover secrets from 100 years of local history!
• Mock Trial (2nd Floor Courtroom): Watch history come alive on stage! Written by Anderson & Co., featuring costumes and actors from Darkhorse Theatre and local youth. 2:00 PM: Student (& families!) Show 3:00 PM: General Public Show
• Jail Cell Photo Booth: Step inside the historic lower-level iron jail cells for a photo-op! We’ll have fun 1920s props ready for your picture-perfect moment.
• Cupcakes & Refreshments (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM): Enjoy free sweet treats and drinks while browsing historic displays. THEMED DRESS-UP ENCOURAGED! Feel like stepping back into the Roaring ’20s? 1920s period dress is encouraged, but strictly optional, come as you are and enjoy the fun! Bring your family & your neighbours. Let’s celebrate 100 years of this iconic structure!! See you at the Court House!

REV YOUR ENGINES, SHAUNAVON!

Join us for a “Show & Show” at the The Plaza Theatre & Venue on Friday, September 18th! First, show off your wheels outside on Centre Street, then head inside the iconic Plaza Theatre to enjoy Disney Pixar’s Cars (20th Anniversary) on the big screen!

Here is the evening roadmap:

6:00 PM — Sidewalk Social Park your pride and joy on Centre Street! Bring your favorite ride, show off what’s under the hood, and mingle with fellow auto enthusiasts.

6:30 PM — Doors Open & History Slideshow Cruise through the doors of the iconic Plaza Theatre, grab your concessions fuel, and take a trip down memory lane with a Shaunavon Through History slideshow.

7:30 PM — Showtime: Disney Pixar’s Cars (20th Anniversary) Ka-chow! Celebrate 20 years of Lightning McQueen and the gang back on the big screen!

Reserve your seat online: Steer over to www.theplazatheatre.ca for Regular Seating or VIP Booths.

At the Door: Limited tickets available at the door on show night!

Did someone say PANCAKES?! THAT’S RIGHT!

Rock Solid Refuge is hosting a Pancake Breakfast on Saturday Morning September 19th from 8:30AM to 11AM in the Pioneer Co-op Grocery parking lot. Grab some brunch and head across the street to the Grand Coteau Heritage and Cultural Centre for the Travel the World Market and CP Rail Exhibit (in the Gallery!) on Saturday morning

TRAVEL THE WORLD MARKET: Saturday, September 19 - 9:00 am to 12:00 Noon (note special time)

Celebrate the arts and culture at this special Culture Days Market held in conjunction with Shaunavon’s Fly, Ride, & Drive event. See the poster below for details.

Please contact Joanne the Grand Coteau Centre at 306-297-3882 for more information or to reserve your FREE table!

Kids & families: Decorate your wheels and meet us at a pick up location along the route & we’ll pick you up! Pickup Locations: Elk’s Hall, Town Office, Shaunavon High School & Christ the King School

AT THE FINISH LINE: Register for a Loonie & Line up your decorated bike at the airport for a chance to win prizes! (money raised will go to Kidsport to help all kids get in a sport this season!) Enjoy transportation shows & a community fundraiser BBQ at the airport!

EVENT DETAILS: Start Time: 11:30 AM (Leaves Elk’s Hall) Final Destination: Shaunavon Airport

PICK-UP & ROUTE: Click here to see the Google Map Route Elk’s Hall → West to Centre St → North to 4th Ave → West to Town Hall → Town Hall → North to 7th Ave ⟶ East on 7th Ave ⟶ Shaunavon High School ⟶ East to Centre Street ⟶ North on Centre to 6th Ave ⟶ East on 6th to Christ the King School → East to ride out front of Shaunavon Hospital LTC, & in behind to pass the garden. → North on 4 St East to Shaunavon Airport. Or Download a pdf map HERE.

Get ready to rev your engines, spin your wheels, and take flight! Saturday, September 19 is our centerpiece showcase for Fly, Ride & Drive, and we’re bringing together everything on wings, wheels, and tracks right here in Shaunavon!

Got a vehicle or aircraft you want to show off? Whether it flies, rolls, or cruises, register your airplane, automobile, motorcycle, or bicycle to be part of the big show!

REGISTER YOUR RIDE HERE: https://forms.gle/nHDy59j4HhQF5Bcw6

(Registration fee is by donation on the day of the event! Bicycle Loonie ride is just that - $1 donated to KidSport).

SATURDAY SHOWCASE SCHEDULE

12:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Community BBQ Fundraiser - Location: Shaunavon Airport

• Fuel up your tanks (stomachs!) at the Shaunavon Airport! BBQ Hosted by the Excellerators Car Club 1:00 PM | Opening Speeches
• Official kickoff at the Shaunavon Airport.

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM | The Main Transportation Show - Location: Shaunavon Airport

• Walk the tarmac to see airplanes, automobiles, motorcycles, and bicycles up close! Hosted by the Airport Committee, Excellerators Car Club, Regional EMO, and Boomtown Family.

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Model Train Show & Train Safety - Location: Christ the King Hall

• Explore the rail side of transportation with model displays and safety exhibits hosted by Speedy Creek Model Railroad Club & Great Western Railway!

KEEP THE MOTOR RUNNING INTO THE NIGHT!

After the show, join us at the Shaunavon Legion Centennial for Supper & Awards at 6:00 PM, followed by the Cabaret featuring Ken Carson & Group! (Note: Supper tickets must be pre-purchased in advance at https://app.univerusrec.com/shaunavonrecpub/account/index.asp).

From runway to rail to road, see you there!

Civil Air Search & Rescue Association (CASARA) will be attending Fly Ride and Drive on Saturday September 19th and showcasing Homing Demonstrations at the Shaunavon Airport during the Transportation Show!

Details: 1:00 PM — Opening Speeches: Kick off the event with opening remarks, including featured speaker Lee Mountain, Zone 7 Commander for CASARA.

1:30 PM — Air Demonstration: Look to the skies for an thrilling live aerial search-and-rescue showcase! 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM & 4:00 PM — Ground Demonstrations: Get up close with the equipment, technology, and tactics used in ground homing and search operations.

From runway to rail to road, come experience a showcase of transportation in motion right here in Shaunavon!

Learn more about CASARA: www.casara.ca Full event details: shaunavon.com

Join us for the Legion’s Centennial Celebration on Saturday September 19 Hosted by the Shaunavon Legion Branch #40 @ the Shaunavon Legion 157 1st Avenue!

Featured will be the Awards for the Transportation Show, Supper, Silent Auction & Cabaret!!

Awards & Supper: from 6 PM - 8 PM

• Supper tickets: $25 +GST per person
• Both Supper & Cabaret (19+): $40 +GST per person

CABARET: from 8 PM - 2 AM 19+ Event Cabaret featuring Ken carson & Group

• Cabaret Cover: $20 per person in advance,
• $25 at the door. Cover includes midnight lunch

Supper tickets must be purchased by September 14, 2026

Purchase Tickets for Supper & Cabaret at:https://app.univerusrec.com/shaunavonrecpub/account/index.asp.

STEPS:

• Register your account (If you have used Univerus for W&L Rec Programming, there’s no need to make a new account! Just sign in on your account!): follow the steps of registration - fill out your personal information, (as an adult, fill out the Parent / Guardian section with your own name or hit N/A).
• Confirm activation of your account with your email.
• Once activated, Login with your new account info.
• Select “View Available Courses”
• Select “Fly Ride Drive” under “Economic Development & Innovation”
• Select which ticket you’d like to purchase: Supper Only, Cabaret Only, OR Supper & Cabaret Bundle.
• Click “Register Now”, it will add it to your enrollment cart.
• Fill in any dietary restrictions - if none, please fill out “NONE” in the box provided.
• Hit “Process Payment” and fill in your credit card information. Click “Process Payment” on the bottom right, you will receive a confirmation that your enrollment (aka Ticket) is confirmed on the page AND in your email.

NO REFUNDS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THIS EVENT

If you are unable to use the online ticket portal, you may phone (306) 297-2605 and ask for Mary or Anna.

CRUISE THE OPEN ROAD TO EASTEND!

Wrap up an epic Fly, Ride & Drive weekend on Sunday, September 20th with a scenic convoy cruise from Shaunavon to Eastend! Partnering with the Town of Eastend, we’re putting transportation in motion, from runway to rail to road:

Here is your Sunday itinerary:

8:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Grab Breakfast at a Shaunavon restaurant to fuel up. 10:00 AM: Departure to Eastend! Meet at the Stardust Motel & 2 for 1 Pizza in Shaunavon to join the convoy. 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Brunch/lunch in Eastend Park your ride and grab a bite at one of these local favorites:

• Jack’s Cafe (326 Redcoat Drive)
• Kilted Kitchen @ Streambank Golf Course (401 Pottery Street)
• The Loft @ Cypress Hotel (343 Redcoat Drive) Choose your own adventure that afternoon and check out the various experiences, shops and artisans in their community

Local Sights & Tours:

• T. Rex Discovery Centre (1 T-Rex Drive) | Open 12:00 PM – 1PM
• Eastend Historical Museum (306 Red Coat Drive) | Open 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• Eastend Scenic Rail Tours (Train Car Tour) | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Go explore Local Shopping & Artisans:

• Antelope Books & Rare Maps (250 Elm Ave) | Open 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Art Gallerudio (519 Railway Street) | Featuring Redbeard Glass, Jan Little Studio, Blue Dog pottery, and local artists. Includes a live Culture Days Glass Blowing Demonstration from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM!
• Moonsdóttir Studio (223 Front Street) | Open 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• What A Shot Photography (528 Redcoat Road) | Open 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Pack up the family, gather your cruising crew, and go explore Eastend!