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Welcome to the very first issue of lalocal — your free weekly pulse for everything happening around our city. This is for families, newcomers, long-time locals, and anyone who wants to stay connected to the good things happening in Leduc every week. Every Thursday morning, you'll get local events, business stories, community highlights, and things worth knowing about — all in one simple email. Know a neighbour who’d love this too? Forward it their way.

This Saturday, riders from across the region are coming together at Blackjacks Roadhouse in Nisku for a powerful cause — raising awareness and funds to help end domestic violence through the Central Alberta Regional Victim Serving Society.

Registration opens at 8:00 AM, with kickstands up at 10:30 AM. With Mother’s Day weekend here, it feels like a meaningful way to support families and the community while enjoying a great ride.

📍 Blackjacks Roadhouse — 2110 Sparrow Drive, Nisku
🔗 Register: https://rideformom.ca/
🎟️ Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/motorcycle-ride-for-mom-2026-tickets-1981225841826

The 4th Annual Loop the Lake returns to Telford Park this Saturday with 5km and 10km options for runners and walkers of all ages.

It’s one of those great local events that brings families, fitness, and community together — all while supporting KidSport Leduc & County and helping local kids stay active through sport.

📍 Telford Park — 4801 44 Street, Leduc
⏰ 10km Run — 8:00 AM
⏰ 5km Run & Walk — 9:30 AM
🔗 Register: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/111417/4th-annual-kidsport-leduc-and-county-loop-the-lake

Looking for something fun with the kids this weekend?

Code Ninjas Leduc is celebrating the grand opening of their new indoor playground this Saturday at the Leduc Recreation Centre. Kids 7 and under get free admission, and families can drop in anytime between 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM.

📍 Leduc Recreation Centre — 4330 Black Gold Drive, Leduc
⏰ 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🔗 https://www.codeninjas.com/leduc-ab-ca

The Leduc Music Festival returns to the MacLab Centre on May 20 for an evening celebrating local and student talent from across the community. A great chance to support performers and enjoy a night of live music close to home.

📍 MacLab Centre — 4308 50 Street, Leduc
⏰ Wednesday, May 20 — 7:30 PM
🎟️ Tickets: https://tpromaclab.ticketpro.ca/en/pages/Maclab_LeducMF?aff=maclab
🔗 https://maclabcentre.com/

Grab a friend and enjoy a creative night out at Smitty’s Leduc with Paint Nite: Seasons II. No experience needed — just show up ready for a relaxed evening of painting, food, and fun.

📍 Smitty’s Leduc — 5004 50th Avenue, Leduc
⏰ Wednesday, May 20 — 6:00 PM
💲 Tickets: $45
🔗 https://www.paintnite.com/ca/ab/leduc/events/seasons-ii-tickets-10365427

Car lovers — this one’s for you.

The 3 Club Car Show takes over Blackjacks Roadhouse on May 23 with classic cars, community vibes, and plenty to see for the whole family. Hosted by The Mainstreet Cruisers, Edmonton Street Rod Association, and Edmonton MOPAR Association.

📍 Blackjacks Roadhouse — 2110 Sparrow Drive, Nisku
⏰ Saturday, May 23 — 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
🎟️ Free for spectators

If you’ve lived in Leduc for any amount of time, you already know — Black Gold Pro Rodeo weekend is one of the biggest weekends of the year here.

From rodeo performances and midway rides to pancake breakfasts, the parade, live music, trade fair, and family events — the entire community comes alive. Whether you’ve gone every year or you’re thinking about checking it out for the first time, this is one weekend you won’t want to miss.

The Black Gold Pro Rodeo runs Thursday, May 28 through Sunday, May 31 at the Leduc Recreation Centre.

🐂 Fan Appreciation Night
Thursday, May 28 — 7:00 PM
Advance tickets $30 • Doors open 5:30 PM

🎶 Rodeo Dance in the Dirt
Friday, May 29 — 10:00 PM
FREE • All ages

🔥 Lions Rodeo Barbecue
Friday, May 29 — 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Co-op Grocery parking lot

🎡 Family Fun Fair
Friday, May 29 — 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM
FREE • LRC Curling Rink

🛍️ Trade Fair
Thursday through Sunday
FREE admission • LRC Fieldhouses

🎉 Black Gold Parade
Saturday, May 30 — 10:00 AM
Along 50 Street — get there early

🥞 Lions Rodeo Breakfast
Saturday, May 30 — 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Co-op Grocery parking lot

🚘 Classic Car Show
Saturday, May 30 — 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Outdoors at LRC

🐴 Pro Rodeo Performances
Thursday, Friday, Saturday — 7:00 PM
Sunday — 1:30 PM

🥞 Rodeo Pancake Breakfast
Sunday, May 31 — 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
LRC Curling Rink Foyer

🎠 Midway Rides
Thursday through Sunday
LRC parking lot

📍 Leduc Recreation Centre — 4330 Black Gold Drive, Leduc
🔗 Tickets & Schedule: https://www.blackgoldrodeo.com/schedule

Starting May 29, the Alberta Made Market returns every Friday at the Leduc Heritage Grain Elevator with local vendors, food trucks, and family fun all summer long. More on this soon.

Revive Hair Lounge is celebrating 8 years in Leduc — along with the move into their beautiful new space on 50 Street. The celebration happens June 6, with goodie bags for the first 20 guests, snacks, and special product discounts.

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