In the late 1960's the idea of a Summer Games was discussed with a committee from the Southern Alberta Recreation Association. Soon after, the Southern Alberta Summer Games were established and the ideas put in motion.
In 1970, Pincher Creek was host to the first Summer Games. Approximately 1200 competitors participated, ranging in age from 6 to 80 years. An estimated 10,000 people participated in regional playoffs to select representatives from each of the Regions.
Each year, the Games are hosted by a different Southern Alberta community, offering around 20 sporting events, as well as, a variety of cultural events. Over the four days of the Games, over 2000 athletes will participate from the 13 regions in Southern Alberta.
Goals of the Southern Alberta Summer Games:
County of Forty Mile 2026 Southern Alberta Summer Games
The County of Forty Mile is hosting the 2026 Southern Alberta Summer Games on July 8th-11th, 2026!