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A stunning family event!
Take in the sights and sounds of the season at FortWhyte Alive.
Watch as the sun slowly disappears below the horizon and geese begin landing on Lake Devonian at sunset in this breathtaking autumn ritual. Throughout the evening you can take part in a select number of activities like hatchet throwing and our migration education station as well as enjoy a delicious selection of food!
Sunset Goose Flights run Wednesday to Sunday, September 18 to October 20, 2024.
Doors open at 5:30 pm.
Evening Activity Schedule
Enjoy new activities each evening of the week at this year's Sunset Goose Flights!
*Please note that migration presentations begin 1 hour before sunset.
| Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Migration presentations, science education stations with CPAWS and more, and interpretive mammal table. | Migration presentations, Lawn games on the Carbon Bluff. | Live music, migration presentations, alcoholic beverages available for purchase, and we will remain open for an extra hour so you can enjoy the night time sights and sounds. | Migration presentations, lawn games and nature crafts for kids - and kids at heart. Education stations with CPAWS. Alcoholic beverages available for purchase. | Migration presentations, Hatchet throwing on the Carbon Bluff. |
Enjoy Live Music!
Live Music Schedule for the 2024 Fall Migration
Enjoy live music as the geese come in every Friday night during Sunset Goose Flights then stay late and enjoy a few drinks!
Musicians start playing 30 mins before sunset.
September 20: Mari Padeanu
September 27: Jennifer Thiessen
October 4: Ali Khan
October 11: Maggie Collins
October 18: Bush Lotus
Who
All ages
Cost
Admission to Sunset Goose Flights is $8 for the general public and is free for FortWhyte Alive members (registration required).How
Save time when you arrive! Get tickets in advance and glide right through check-in.
Prefer to buy in person? Tickets will also be available at the door.
Admission to Sunset Goose Flights does not include access to FortWhyte Alive’s trails and boardwalks which are closed during the evening.
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Good to Know
- Dress warm! It can get chilly in the evenings, especially lakeside, so it’s good to dress in layers and bring a blanket to stay warm.
- Bring a lawn chair. Limited seating is available at picnic tables and benches but bringing your own chair will give you the freedom to find the perfect spot to sit.
- This is a family-friendly event and children of all ages are welcome to attend.
- This event takes place outside primarily on our paving stone patio and should be accessible to most. If you have a question about accessing this event please contact accessibility@fortwhyte.org for more information.
Learn about Migration
Interested in learning more about geese and the magic of migration? Check out these stories from our blog:
What are Sunset Goose Flights anyway?
You can learn more about migration and the wonderful birds who take this journey by visiting our migration information station during Sunset Goose Flights.
