Yorkton Bowl Arena
Located in downtown yorkton on broadway. league bowling for children and adults, open bowling for all ages, glow bowling, and a licensed facility.
Painted Hand Casino Pow Wow
Held annually in may, with hundreds of dancers expected from western canada and north-west united states, it is a dazzling experience for all.
Enjoy a leisurely stroll on the path or observe the area from the boardwalk crossing the marsh. Station markers and an interpretive brochure guides walkers across the marsh and through the flora and fauna. Shorter walks may be taken.
The preserve is open all year round. Guided tours are available upon request. For information about tours, contact Carla at 786-1750.
Yorkton Summer Fair
The yorkton exhibition association offers year-round activities and events for all to enjoy, including the annual summer fair held annually in early july. always an anticipated event in yorkton, the summer fair is guaranteed to thrill people of all ages. chuckwagon and chariot races, parimutuel horse races, midway, grandstand entertainment, 4-h livestock shows, and a variety of displays and food concessions are just some of what lies ahead. come out and join the fun!
Ravine Ecological Preserve
The starting point for this self-guided nature trail of 2.5 kilometer is at the gallagher centre, on broadway street west, or the parking area to the west of the preserve.
Visitors have the opportunity to view tomahawk throwing, black powder rifle shooting and they can even do some trading and bartering while at the camp.
Located on Highway 16 West, in between Yorkton and Orcadia, this event is one you won't want to miss.
River Runs Through Rondyvoo
Held annualy in july, you'll have the unique opportunity to take a glimpse into the past if you venture out to the river runs through rondyvoo camp, held annually just west of yorkton.go prepared to witness historical scenes and dress from the 1800s. there will be nothing more modern that 1850 at the primitive, reenactment camp.
Yorkton Historical Walking Tour
Step back to the past with this self-guided walking tour. a leisurely stroll, taking approximately one hour, will take you past 30 private and public buildings that capture the essence of yorkton's early years.
This is a wonderful opportunity to view some of the many beautiful yards and gardens in the city.
Take the time to enter public buildings to fully appreciate the fine architectural details.
Brochures for the self-guided tour are available from Tourism Yorkton and City Hall.
Yorkton Events Calendar
This calendar is a great way to keep current with events in the Yorkton area and can be found at www.yorktonevents.com
Photo: Vintage farm equipment and the pioneer ways come to life at the Threshermen's Show.
Held annually in August.Western Development Museum, Highway 16A West.Telephone 306-783-8361.Horse-drawn wagons, stooking and threshing crews, and steam tractors spring to life each summer at the annual Threshermen's Show and Seniors' Festival. It takes the dedicated, year-round efforts of the Threshermen's Club to keep these antique pieces of farm equipment in sound working order.
This is history at its best... history alive and working. Visitors can try their hand at stooking, visit the sawmill, watch the Story of Harvest as methods from single horse plows to giant steam engines are demonstrated.
Inside the museum special events are scheduled, and the permanent displays are open for viewing.Among the special events is a demonstration by The York Colony Quilter's Guild, a group of ladies who keep alive this very practical pioneer art form.