WHAT TO DO IN SASKATOON JUNE 2016
When our guests first check into the Park Town Hotel, one of
the first questions that often pops into to their mind is “What is there to do
in Saskatoon”? Our guests are looking
for fun filled events that can range from family friendly outings to nightlife
events such as concerts, theatre performances, and festivals. The presence of
leisure activities has continued to blossom in Saskatoon, making it the perfect
destination for anyone looking to just get away. Being the awesome people we
are, we’ve compiled the Ultimate Guide to Saskatoon for May of 2016. Don’t
forget to ask for your Experience Pass when you book! You will receive one
complimentary experience pass per night which includes one (1 ) $50.00
complimentary VISA GIFT CARD per stay! Don’t forget to ask though…you’ve got to
ask for THE EXPERIENCE PASS to get your ticket in to the best attractions in
Saskatoon! For more information about this Tourism Saskatoon promotion please
visit:
http://www.tourismsaskatoon.com/visit/visit-experience-pass-plus/
This June is chock-full of some awesome events just waiting
for you steps from our back door.
VEUVE CLICQUOT YELLOW PARTY: Summer Deck Series
Want to be a part of the most exclusive deck party in the
city? Look no further. Finn’s Irish Pub, attached to the Park Town Hotel, is
home to the Veuve Clicquot Yellow Party EVERY Saturday from 3:00 pm- 7:00 PM on
our deck adjacent to the South Saskatchewan river. Enjoy a live, rotating, DJ weekly; blasting
loungey beats , laze away your afternoon and get your party started with Finn’s
Irish Pub. Features include $74 bottles Of Veuve Clicquot, $15 flutes of Veuve
Clicquot, $5 MGD, Twisted Tea, Malibu and Vodka Monster’s. Spacing is limited.
Please make your reservation now by phoning 306.667.6065
SPORTS
Looking for a fan
favourite with lots of sound and lights, movement and contact? We get it. Lucky for you, Saskatoon is home to the
Saskatchewan Rush, Saskatchewan’s newest professional Lacrosse team. With the
first-ever season coming to an end, make sure you get your tickets ASAP as the
last (potential) match of the season as the Rush enter game 2 of the Champion’s
Cup! This match could be the
be-all-end-all of the season! Make sure
you’re there to witness the Sask Rush make history in their first ever season!
Go to http://www.saskrush.com/ for more
information and to book you JUNE 4th tickets now ! This will be a
sell out!
What’s better on the prairies than hitting up some of our
infamous prairie links? For the Golf Lover in all of you, Saskatoon is excited
to be hosting the Mackenzie Tour/PGA Tour Canada and SIGA Dakota Dunes Open!
Running from June 20 –June 26, 2016 this amazing spectator event is not
something that just happens every day! Passes and Packages can be purchased
here: www.dakotadunesopen.com
ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT
Looking for something
to do with the kids? Well the Potash Corp Children’s Festival is one of the
very best things to do in Saskatoon in the month of June! Enjoy child oriented
programs focusing on arts, entertainment, and interactive activities. Running
from June 4 – June 7 this Festival is great for the young and the young at
heart! You won’t want to miss the Lego learning activity and fossil find. For
more information please visit www.potashcorpchildrensfestival.com
Perhaps you’re looking to learn a craft while you hang out
with your friends? Finn’s Irish Pub is proud to be an official venue for PAINT
NITE, every Wednesday in Finn’s Irish Pub. Paint Nite is the new trend in pubs
across North America! Simply go to the website, select the painting you
yourself want to paint, buy a ticket and leave the rest to us! We provide the
canvas, paint, smocks and instructor! What could be more fun? It’s also wine
night every Wednesday! Enjoy $10 off any bottle. This event does sell out
quickly. To book your ticket now please visit www.paintnite.com and select any
Finn’s Irish Pub painting. USE CODE: FINNS45 to receive an AUTOMATIC $20.00 off
Love Fashion? Love Local? Love Innovation? Love Inspiration?
Then SFDF is for you! The Saskatoon Fashion and Design Festival presents SFDF
pose June 5, 2016 at River landing. This free fashion focused event runs from
11 am- 6 pm at River Landing. Featuring runway fashion, popup marketplace,
dance, yoga and live music, this engaging event is ideal for those of all ages.
For more information please visit http://www.saskfashion.com
TOURS
Ever wonder how
something’s made? Or are looking for a different sort of experience? Tours are
the newest trend and luckily Saskatoon is home to the headquarters of the Lucky
Bastard Distillery. After the owner won the Lottery (twice), he went on to open
Lucky Bastard Distillery and created Lucky Bastard Vodka. From there, the sky
was the limit. In their completely new and renovated location you’ll have the
opportunity to watch them make your new favourite spirits and even do a
tasting! You’ll lose your breath when you walk in when you see just how
beautiful it is. If you’re picturing dirty floors and dirty pipes, you’ll be
sorely disappointed… this venue is absolutely stunning! For information on booking a tour please
contact www.luckybastard.ca
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Celebrate love, life and experience Saskatoon’s rainbow with
Saskatoon’s Pride Festival. Running from June 5 – 12 this festival celebrates
inclusion and diversity with a BANG! “Celebrate queerness.… community pride,
and raise awareness of queer culture within the larger community.” With
numerous events, musical acts, artistic installment and nightly events, this
high energy festival will leave you wanting more! For more information please
visit www.saskatoonpride.ca
Looking for a kid-friendly / family friendly? Why take part in the amazing
festivities of Potashcorp’s Children’s Festival? Running from June 4 – June 7,
this interactive festival has something for everyone—both the young and the
young at heart! With interactive Lego stations, fossil digs, entertainment and
refreshments…you won’t be bored a second at this beautiful event situated on
the glorious shores of the South Saskatchewan! For more information please
visit www.potashcorpchildrensfestival.com
COMEDY
Yuk Yuk’s Comedy club is Saskatoon’s best comedy club,
featuring an entourage of touring professionals whose sole purpose is dedicated
to make you laugh! The Yuk Yuk’s comedy club opens every Friday at 8:00 PM in
the Park Town Hotel. Tickets may be purchased by calling 306-244-5564 Tickets
are $17.00 in Advance or $20.00 at the door. However, we do suggest purchasing
them in advance as most shows are typically sold out.
YUK YUK’S JUNE
FRIDAY JUNE 3, 2016
KEVIN STOBO & SAM WALKER
Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club Saskatoon
Park Town Hotel
FRIDAY JUNE 10
ANDREW ALBERT & BRANDON CRAIG
Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club Saskatoon
Park Town Hotel
FRIDAY JUNE 17
SEAN LECOMBER & KRIS LABELLE
Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club Saskatoon
Park Town Hotel
FRIDAY JUNE 24
DEREK SWEET & WILLIAM HANNIGAN
Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club Saskatoon
Park Town Hotel