Derek Tweel, a Gold Cup parade organizing committee member, speaks about his excitement for the annual parade during an announcement at Red Shores in Charlottetown on June 19. ContributedArticle contentCharlottetown’s biggest annual summer events are returning this year, with some additions to the programming.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentThe Gold Cup and Saucer and Old Home Week will take place in August, rounding out a season of outdoor activities in the city.Article contentArticle contentThe yearly harness racing event is in its 66th year, with a new format for qualifying. All trial races will take place on Saturday, Aug. 9 starting at 4 p.m.Article contentArticle contentAn annual midway with Campbell’s Amusements is also returning for Old Home Week.Article contentThe two events held a joint announcement for this year’s programming on June 19 at Red Shores racino.Article contentThe harness races run just outside Red Shores at the Charlottetown Driving Park.Article contentDarcy Campbell, Ocean 100 radio host, was MC for the announcements.Article content Charlottetown Mayor Philip Brown gives a history lesson on Old Home Week during an announcement for the annual event at Red Shores in Charlottetown on June 19. Photo by Logan MacLean /The GuardianArticle contentDeputy Premier Bloyce Thompson and Charlottetown Mayor Philip Brown welcomed attendees, with Thompson speaking on behalf of Premier Rob Lantz and Brown giving a brief history lesson on Old Home Week.Article contentBrown drew from a local grade six student’s heritage fair project, which included a timeline for Old Home Week.Article contentBeginning in the 1880s, the exhibition was named Old Home Week during the Second World War, Brown said.Article content“The events during this time were designed to lift morale during World War Two, with the naming symbolizing the comfort and warmth of home.”Article contentArticle contentArticle contentOld Home WeekArticle contentArticle contentAfter Brown, Campbell said Old Home Week will feature its traditional slate of agricultural exhibitions, while also adding or bringing back other features. This includes the annual visit from Campbell’s Amusements, which sets up a midway of rides, games and snacks in the Red Shores parking lot.Article contentOther events will include the extreme lumberjack, junior beef show, stilt walkers, barrel racing, children’s entertainment, sounds of the Island concert series and agricultural shows.Article contentEnglish horse show jumping will also be making a return.Article contentEvent passes are going on sale within the next two weeks. They are $25 when purchased in advance, or $30 at the gate. Programming runs from Aug. 8-16.Article contentParadeArticle contentFinally, the centre piece event, the Gold Cup parade, is on Aug. 15.Article contentDerek Tweel, a member of the Gold Cup parade organizing committee, spoke about the thrill of taking part in the parade.
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