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Celebrate the 22nd Annual Tour de Bowness Race + Festival with us this Summer!
We are thrilled to have you join us on Monday, August 4, 2025, for the Tour de Bowness Race + Festival, for some August long weekend festivities! This year marks a special milestone—the 22nd Anniversary of this incredible event. The cycling race runs from 9 AM to 5 PM, while festival activities and vendors operate from 10 AM to 5 PM.
Hosted by the Mainstreet Bowness Business Improvement Area (BIA) and Bow Cycle, the festival brings the heart of Bowness to life once again. Since its inception in 2011 during Bowness's centennial celebration, this partnership event with the Bowness Community Association, Bow Cycle, and local businesses has become an annual tradition—a lively street party for Bownesians and visitors alike!
Cycling Thrills
The Tour de Bowness criterium race, hosted by Bow Cycle, delivers edge-of-your-seat action as cyclists race through a 45-kilometer circuit with 7 sharp turns around the streets of Bowness. With speeds of up to 70 km/h, this intense competition draws amateur racers from across Alberta and beyond, making it the largest amateur cycling event in the province!
A Day to Remember
The Bowness Festival brings together:
Mouthwatering food from food trucks and local restaurants, offering a delicious taste of what our community has to offer
Artisan vendors and local businesses showcasing their talents, bringing unique crafts and treasures to discover
Street performers bringing energy and joy, transforming our streets into stages of wonder and delight
Live music on the Tim Horton Stage, setting the vibrant atmosphere throughout the festival
We couldn’t be prouder of our community, nestled by the river, woods, and valley, which fosters a unique charm that makes Bowness so special.
See You this Summer!
Whether you're a long-time fan or a first-time visitor, the Tour de Bowness is all about celebrating the vibrant history, community spirit, and character of our beloved Bowness. Each year we look forward to bringing our community together for this special celebration. Mark your calendars for the Monday of the August long weekend—you won't want to miss it!
Interested in joining as a vendor?
Vendor applications are now open!
Thank you for being part of Calgary’s most unique festival. See you this summer! 🌟
Thank You Bowness Tim Hortons for your continued support in making our annual summer party a SUCCESS!
Thank you Triage Medicine for your standby services for our street festival.
Tour de Bowness
Tour de Bowness video by J Dirom.