MOVE TO BOW ISLAND

Move to Play

Life here comes with more sunshine, more space, and more ways to play — right in your backyard or just down the road.

Play Here, Wander There

Bow Island offers a huge variety of recreational activities for all ages! Whether you're into sports or simply enjoying the outdoors, there's something for everyone. Our community hosts exciting events like the Children’s Festival, hockey and slo-pitch tournaments, golf events, beach volleyball tournaments, curling bonspiels, and more.

In addition to these, we have the Market in the Park, where local vendors gather every summer evening. Music lovers can enjoy the Blues at the Bow, featuring world-renowned blues artists. Whether you're actively involved or enjoying the local happenings, Bow Island is a place that stays busy and full of life.

Splash Park & Pool 

Cool off and enjoy family fun at Bow Island’s outdoor splash park and swimming pool, perfect for kids and adults to beat the summer heat.

Ball Diamonds & Volleyball Park

Stay active and connected at the community’s well-maintained ball diamonds and sand volleyball courts, ideal for friendly games and local tournaments.

Golf Course

Tee off at the Bow Island Golf Club, a welcoming 9-hole course offering scenic fairways and a relaxed atmosphere for golfers of all skill levels.

Recreation Facility & Rink

Enjoy year-round activity at Bow Island’s modern recreation facility, featuring an ice rink for hockey, figure skating, and public skating events.

Walking Paths & Trails

Walking Paths & Trails – Stroll, jog, or cycle along Bow Island’s scenic paths, perfect for exploring the community, enjoying nature, and staying active outdoors.

Blues at the Bow

Since 1993, Blues at the Bow has been rocking Bow Island with live blues in a down-home, juke joint atmosphere. Featuring national and international artists, this unique venue blends great music, dancing, and a vibrant community spirit!

Click here to learn more about the Bow Theatre.

“We have really beautiful summers, and we take advantage of them with all the amenities and events hosted.”

-Ria

Where Highways 3 & 879 meet, Bow Island makes the perfect home base to explore Southern Alberta’s wonders—all just a day trip away!