What Events and Entertainment Does The Track on 2 Host Beyond Horse Racing?

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The Track on 2 in Lacombe, Alberta is more than a racetrack and casino — its event centre has hosted world-renowned psychics, comedians and musicians, and it runs recurring music events such as the Stillhouse Songwriter Sessions. During race season you can also get close to the animals through barn tours. The best way to see what's on during your visit is the Event Calendar, which lists entertainment, casino specials and live racing together.

Types of entertainment at The Track on 2

Based on the venue's own description, entertainment beyond racing falls into a few categories:

  • Live performances — the event centre has hosted world-renowned psychics, comedians and stellar musicians.
  • Music sessions — Stillhouse Songwriter Sessions are listed among the venue's events.
  • Barn tours — during race season, visitors can get one-on-one with the horses and ponies.
  • Casino and simulcast — casino and simulcast wagering are open 7 days a week, with a simulcast room streaming international races.

The venue describes itself as "a diverse source of entertainment for the whole family," positioning these activities alongside the casino and Standardbred racing.

How to find out what's on

The Event Calendar is the single place the venue points to for its schedule. According to the site, it covers:

  • Entertainment
  • Casino specials
  • Live racing
  • "many more exciting events"

If you want to attend a specific show or session, check the calendar first — the venue does not publish a fixed annual entertainment lineup in the material available, so listings change month to month.

Private events at the event centre

The event centre is also marketed as a rental venue. The site states it is "the perfect location to host your upcoming event" and invites bookings for:

  • Wedding ceremonies and receptions
  • Milestone celebrations
  • Corporate events

Booking is handled through the venue's rental enquiry page rather than the public event calendar.

Food and drink while you're there

The Funky Monkey Kitchen + Bar is open year round and offers a view of the track and countryside. Menus and reservations are handled separately from event tickets.

Practical notes

  • Tickets — the site has a "Purchase Event Tickets" option, so some events are ticketed rather than free to attend. Pricing is not stated in the available material.
  • Racing season — the venue thanked supporters for the 2026 season and said the 2027 race calendar is coming soon, so barn tours tied to race season depend on when racing is running.
  • Year-round access — the casino and simulcast wagering operate 7 days a week, so there is something to do even outside race season.

For anything time-sensitive, confirm details on the Event Calendar before travelling, since the venue's own listings are the authoritative source for what is happening in a given month.