Celebrating Alberta's fish and water
Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Dive into the depths of Alberta’s icy waters and experience the wonder of fish this winter at the 14th annual Fishtival.
Mark your calendars for a day of fun and exploration at Bow Habitat Station with unique and unforgettable experiences. Celebrations include family-friendly games and activities complete with casting, fish feeding, tasty bites, and more.
What can you expect from Fishtival 2026 at Bow Habitat Station?
- Engage with community partners for fishy insights and prizes.
- Create silly and memorable moments with our snap-worthy photo-ops that will have you flappin’ your fins.
- Connect with Alberta’s fish through the Discovery Centre, Aquariums and Fish Hatchery.
We won’t be scaling back the fun!
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Featured Experiences
Hooked on Love
This Valentine’s Day, celebrate love in all its forms. From singles and couples to families, explore freshwater aquariums, spark curiosity, and fall in love with Alberta’s fishes—together.
Cast-A-Line
Curious about casting? Pick up a few tips, give the side cast a try, and have some fun testing your aim using targets.
Fish Identification
Test your fish ID skills and become a fish protector! Explore Alberta’s fishes, dive into our interactive watershed table, and discover how everyday actions on land impact our water.
Fish Crafts
Get crafty and bring your fishy creations to life—make a heart fish or a fun fish keychain!
Magnetic Ice Fishing
Grab a rod and try your luck at magnetic ice fishing! Everyone—no matter your age or skill level—can reel in a catch. Bring your fish to the ID table to learn its name, then release it back to the winter waters.
Parks Canada
Join Parks Canada for hands-on aquatic conservation science and help protect our waters! Explore an activity station and get creative at the photo booth with costumes—fun for all ages!
Biofacts & Specimens
Getting in touch with Alberta’s natural environment can be a truly emotive experience. Run your hands along plush fur, solid skulls and velvety pelts to awaken your senses. Then, peer into a microscope to examine even the smallest of specimens.
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FAQs
Your convenience as a member is our top priority. We've allocated tickets exclusively for you. Simply arrive on the event day, and we'll take care of everything else. Your time is valuable, and we want your Fishtival experience to be truly unforgettable.
While you enjoy the convenience of no pre-booking, we recommend that your non-member guests secure their tickets beforehand. This ensures everyone can fully enjoy their time exploring Bow Habitat Station together.
| Adult (18-64) |
$10.00 |
| Student/Senior (65+) |
$8.00 |
| Youth (4-17) |
$6.00 |
| Children (3 and under) |
Free |
Pre-purchased tickets are strongly encouraged as the event has sold out every year.
Admission includes entry to the event and one entry per person to feed the fish in the hatchery.
You can expect to spend approximately 1.5 hours in the Discovery Centre and 30 min. outdoors.
Limited free parking is available in the lot for Pearce Estate Park. Please carpool or consider other means of transportation where safe and possible.
- Tickets are sold in half-hour increments starting at 9:30 am and ending at 3:00 pm.
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Entry is only guaranteed within 30-minutes of the time identified on their ticket.
- Example: if a ticket identifies 11:00 am, must arrive between 11:00 am and 11:30 am.
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Entry is not guaranteed if the visitor arrives outside their 30-minute timeframe.
- Refunds will not be provided to late arrivals or no-shows on the day of the event.
Promotion coupons and vouchers are not valid for this event. With extra activities in place, discounts are not applicable to any admission rates for this event (i.e. Canoo, Fee Assistance/Rec Card not applicable).
Due to space constraints, we ask that you do not bring your stroller or wagon. If you do bring a stroller/wagon, it must remain outdoors. Bow Habitat Station and the Government of Alberta is not responsible for any lost, missing, or damaged personal items.
Family Fry Guy food truck will be on-site to provide you with delicious and tasty bite options.
Yes, your own food or beverage can be brought but please note that it is not permitted inside the Discovery Centre or Fish Hatchery. Limited public seating is available inside the main lobby.
Admission to Bow Habitat Station on February 14, 2026 is under special event pricing which includes your one-time admission to the Fish Hatchery. No single admission to just Fish Hatchery on special event days.
Bow Habitat Station & Sam Livingston Fish Hatchery are fully wheelchair accessible. The classrooms, theatre, exhibits and hatchery welcome visitors of all abilities. An elevator is available for visitor use to access the Discovery Centre spanning two floors.
Check out a recap of Fishtival 2023
Updated: Dec 23, 2025