Capital EX promises 10 days of family fun

Thursday, June 10, 2010

Ever popular President’s Choice® SuperDogs return with three shows daily

EDMONTON, AB – Ten full days of family excitement and entertainment is slated for this year’s Capital EX. Northlands is thrilled to announce several of the family-friendly entertainers and performers at Capital EX, which runs from July 23 to Aug. 1 this year.

Every fairgoer’s favourite, the amazing President’s Choice® SuperDogs are back for three shows daily at 2 p.m., 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. in Hall D. President’s Choice® SuperDogs is one of North America's premier live events. The dogs run, jump and soar to unbelievable heights as they attempt to break every world record possible, show after show after show. From the hilarity of "Flying Carpets" to the excitement of "Tunnel Relays", SuperDogs’ shows are family fun for kids of all ages.

Other entertainment

  • TELUS Stage
    Feature performances by Fifi & the Flowertots and Bob the Builder, July 23, 24 and 25.
  • Toddler Town Square (Family Fun Town – Halls G and H)
    Children can get up close and personal with Fifi and Fuzzbuzz, Olivia and Bob the Builder, with character meet and greets.

    Performances by Bobs and Lolo, Michel Lauziere and the Northern Star Talent Search Junior Showcase.

Fairgoers can take in every one of these incredible performances for just the price of admission.

Admission options

  • Coca-Cola Ride-All-Day (RAD) Pass
    Starting on Wednesday, June 9, thrill seekers can secure the advance pass for just $38* which includes Capital EX gate admission. RAD Passes are available at all Ticketmaster locations, online at Ticketmaster.ca and participating Save-On-Foods locations from June 9 to July 22.
  • 10+1=FUN Pass for $38* (new for 2010)
    10 days of fun with unlimited gate admission to Capital EX from July 23 to Aug. 1, PLUS any one day Standing Room access to 2010 Honda Indy Edmonton, which takes place at City Centre Airport July 23, 24 and 25.
  • Advance Capital EX Gate Admission
    $8*  until July 22.
  • 2010 Capital EX Gate Admission prices (July 23 –Aug 1):
    Adult (13+)                                         $12
    Youth (7-12)                                       $6
    Child (under 6)                                   Free
    Senior                                                 $6 (on Wednesday, July 28 only)
    Groups                                               $8 each with a purchase of 20 or more tickets
    Coca- Cola Ride-All-Day Passes         $45 + $12 gate admission

    *Ticketmaster convenience and handling fees may apply.

Find your fun this summer at Capital EX. For more information, visit capitalex.ca.

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Northlands rocks Edmonton with 2,500 events each year that attract over 4 million visitors to Alberta’s Capital City. Think, Canadian Finals Rodeo, Farmfair International, Capital EX, Honda Indy Edmonton, the best of horse racing, headliner concerts, international events and all the trade shows you can handle.