After a year's absence the lauded and much missed Valemountain Days festivities returned with a bang. Three days of celebrations marked by threatening, but generally cooperative weather. Above, Richard James threw candy to avid children during the parade. / EVAN MATTHEWS
After a year’s absence the lauded and much missed Valemountain Days festivities returned with a bang. Three days of celebrations marked by threatening, but generally cooperative weather. Above, Richard James threw candy to avid children during the parade. / EVAN MATTHEWS
EVAN MATTHEWS
EVAN MATTHEWS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The kids stole the show at this year's Valemountain Days parade, some of whom were even driving through the downtown on motor vehicles. Who knew a trike could be so cute? / BOB HOSKINS
The kids stole the show at this year’s Valemountain Days parade, some of whom were even driving through the downtown on motor vehicles. Who knew a trike could be so cute? / BOB HOSKINS

 

After a nice long walk through the parade downtown, this horse chows down on some grass, while its jockey takes in some quality time. / EVAN MATTHEWS
After a nice long walk through the parade downtown, this horse chows down on some grass, while its jockey takes in some quality time. / EVAN MATTHEWS
Mica Pelletier pets this friendly cow at the petting zoo.
Mica Pelletier pets this friendly cow at the petting zoo. “Moo!’ / MADDI PICKERL
Brayden Woroshelo certainly looks the part, as he takes in the parade from a unique perspective next to his dad RCMP Sergeant Darren Woroshelo. / EVAN MATTHEWS
Brayden Woroshelo certainly looks the part, as he takes in the parade from a unique perspective next to his dad RCMP Sergeant Darren Woroshelo. / EVAN MATTHEWS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Every good fire department needs a dog, and Valemount's is no different. Sparky, the dalmation mascot, accompanied his fellow firefighters down 5th Avenue during the Valemountain Days Parade. / BOB HOSKINS
Every good fire department needs a dog, and Valemount’s is no different. Sparky, the dalmation mascot, accompanied his fellow firefighters down 5th Avenue during the Valemountain Days Parade. / BOB HOSKINS

 

Uncle Chris the Clown entertains local kids at the Sports Grounds last weekend.
Uncle Chris the Clown entertains local kids at the Sports Grounds last weekend.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Drunken Midnight Howlers play some live tunes to liven up the crowd. / EVAN MATTHEWS
The Drunken Midnight Howlers play some live tunes to liven up the crowd. / EVAN MATTHEWS
Here for Beer goes to bat in the Valemountain Days Baseball Tournament. Hug that line! / EVAN MATTHEWS
Here for Beer goes to bat in the Valemountain Days Baseball Tournament. Hug that line! / EVAN MATTHEWS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EVAN MATTHEWS
EVAN MATTHEWS
Brayden Woroshelo finished his painting of a happy face with a smile as big as his. Mica Pelletier continues to work. / EVAN MATTHEWS
Brayden Woroshelo finished his painting of a happy face with a smile as big as his. Mica Pelletier continues to work. / EVAN MATTHEWS
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EVAN MATTHEWS
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EVAN MATTHEWS
EVAN MATTHEWS
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EVAN MATTHEWS
EVAN MATTHEWS
Carolyn Kirk smiles big, as she, Jessica Kunz, and Avery the dog place second with their float. / EVAN MATTHEWS
Carolyn Kirk smiles big, as she, Jessica Kunz, and Avery the dog place second with their float. / EVAN MATTHEWS
Scramble for candy! / EVAN MATTHEWS
Scramble for candy! / EVAN MATTHEWS