Fort Macleod

• Historic southern Alberta theatre reopens after summer renovations

  First opened in 1912, Fort Macleod's Empress Theatre is raising the curtain once again after the facility was modernized. Despite the changes, the classic vibe has remained.

  Features

  Nov 7, 2025
  
• Historic Empress Theatre in Fort Macleod to undergo significant restoration

  The 113-year-old Empress Theatre in Fort Macleod is putting out a plea to raise funds for much-needed renovation and a restoration this summer.

  Entertainment

  Apr 3, 2025
  
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• Fort Macleod marks 150th anniversary with return of pro rodeo

  After a 43-year hiatus, the Midnight Days Pro Rodeo made its return to the Midnight Stadium in Fort Macleod, just in time for the town's 150th anniversary celebration.

  Entertainment

  Jun 26, 2024
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• Proposed solar project around Fort Macleod sparking concern

  A proposed solar project is facing opposition from nearby residents and elected officials from in and around Fort Macleod.

  Canada

  Feb 27, 2024
• 40th annual Fort Macleod Santa Claus Parade welcomes hundreds to town

  Hundreds of people lined Fort Macleod’s historic Main Street to catch a glimpse of the man in red himself as part of the 40th annual Santa Claus Parade. Sarah Jones has more.

  Canada

  Nov 27, 2023
• Fort Macleod company to invest $28.5M into new facility

  A business in Fort Macleod, Alta., is expanding and the provincial government is kicking in some funds in the hopes of strengthening the local economy. Sarah Jones has more.

  Canada

  Nov 10, 2023
• 4 youth arrested, charged in Fort Macleod Pride event disruption

  Four male youth have been arrested and charged following an incident at a Fort Macleod, Alta., Pride event on Saturday.

  Crime

  Sep 1, 2023
• Pride flag set ablaze in southern Alberta town, 2nd targeted incident

  RCMP in Fort Macleod, Alta., are looking to identify the group who set a Pride flag on fire Saturday night, the second targeted attack on the local LGBTQ2 community that day.

  Crime

  Aug 29, 2023
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• 2 arrested after disturbance at southern Alberta Pride event

  Two people under the age of 18 were arrested as they tried to run away, according to Fort Macleod RCMP.

  Crime

  Aug 28, 2023
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• ‘I feel such a part of this place’: Stage set for South Country Fair

  On Friday, the South Country Fair started to welcome visitors from all over Alberta for its 37th year. “I come here, and I feel such a part of this place."

  Entertainment

  Jul 21, 2023