Queen City Digest
Regina's friendly local roundup · Monday, July 6, 2026
Happy Monday, Regina! 👋
We finally got a proper stretch of sunshine this weekend, and it looks like plenty of you made the most of it across the province. The Roughriders ground out a gritty road win in Ottawa, ladybugs are landing in Victoria Park this week, and the Fringe Festival crowd is already gathering downtown. It is shaping up to be a full month, so let's get into it.
In today's edition:
🏈 Riders survive a shaky start, beat Ottawa 27-22
🐞 200,000 ladybugs are landing in Victoria Park Thursday
🎭 Regina Fringe Festival returns to the Artesian and the Unitarian Church
🎉 I Love Regina Day is back August 22, apply now to take part
🚧 Lewvan Drive repaving begins, here is what drivers should know
📅 Your full events guide for July 6 to 8
📰 News & Community
🏈 SPORTS
Riders Survive a Shaky Start, Beat Ottawa 27-22 on the Road
The Saskatchewan Roughriders trailed the Ottawa Redblacks 10-0 after a rocky first quarter on Friday night, then answered with a big second quarter comeback and a third quarter surge to seal a 27-22 win. Head coach Corey Mace credited the turnaround to the locker room getting back to celebrating each other's successes after a tougher outing the week before against Toronto.
Receivers KeeSean Johnson, Samuel Emilus, and Dhel Duncan-Busby all came up with key catches late, while newcomer Mathew Sexton's punt return touchdown in the third quarter put Saskatchewan ahead for good. Running back Quali Conley also had a strong day on the ground.
The Riders are home twice this month, starting with Bo-Levi Mitchell and the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Sunday, July 12 at 5 p.m. at Mosaic Stadium. Get there early, there is plenty of tailgating to be had.
🐞 COMMUNITY
200,000 Ladybugs Are Landing in Victoria Park This Thursday
The City of Regina's annual Ladybug Release returns to Victoria Park on Thursday, July 9 at 9:30 a.m. More than 200,000 ladybugs will be handed out to residents and kids, who can then release them in their own yards and gardens to help keep aphid populations in check naturally.
The event includes family friendly treats and giveaways while supplies last. It is a small, cheerful bit of pest control that has become a genuine summer tradition for a lot of Regina families.
🎭 ARTS & CULTURE
Regina Fringe Festival Returns to the Artesian and the Unitarian Church
The Regina Fringe Festival is back this month, running out of two venues within easy walking distance of each other: the Artesian on 13th Avenue and Angus Street, and the Unitarian Church at College Avenue and Angus Street. It is an easy one to plan around, with both stages close enough to bounce between shows over an evening.
As always, the festival brings independent theatre, comedy, and performance art from touring and local artists to Regina for a short, high energy run. Check the festival website for the full show schedule and ticket details.
🎉 COMMUNITY
I Love Regina Day Returns August 22, Apply Now to Take Part
Mark the calendar: I Love Regina Day is set for Saturday, August 22 at Victoria Park, with a free BBQ, live entertainment, community exhibitor booths, and children's activities planned for the city's biggest community pride event of the summer.
The City is still accepting exhibitor and performer applications for this year's event. If your organization, group, or act wants a spot on the schedule or a booth in the park, now is the time to apply, spots are limited and fill up fast.
🚧 CITY UPDATE
Road Work Round-Up: What Drivers Should Know This Week
Paving work is underway on Lewvan Drive between Parliament Avenue and Highway 1, and continues through July 16. Southbound lanes are being repaved first, from July 5 to 10, followed by the northbound lanes from July 11 to 16. Two way traffic will be maintained throughout, though drivers should expect delays, reduced speeds, and lane restrictions in the work zone.
Over on 11th Avenue, the 11th Avenue Revitalization Project has closed the stretch between McIntyre Street and Albert Street since mid-May, with water and roadway work expected to continue until October 30. Drivers heading downtown should plan an alternate route for the rest of the summer.
Reynolds Street, between 19th Avenue and Broadway Avenue, is also seeing block-by-block closures until August 28 while crews install new storm water mains, replace the water main, and rebuild curbs, sidewalks, and the roadway. As always, the City recommends building in extra travel time and watching for crews across all three zones, since timelines are weather dependent and could shift.
📅 What's On in Regina
July 6 – 8, 2026
Monday, July 6
🌿 Smudge in the Commons | Community Commons, Central Library | 2311 12th Avenue | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Free — A midday smudge gathering open to all, a good-natured way to start the week. Details
🏰 The Tall Tall Tower Puppet Show | Regent Place Branch | 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM | Free — Wide Open Children's Theatre brings a prince's quest through Hansel and Gretel, Rapunzel, and more to the library stage. Ages 4+. Details
🎨 Dyed Bandana Workshop for Kids | Albert Branch | 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Free (registration required) — Kids explore natural dye techniques and make their own bandana. Ages 6–12. Register
💃 Dancing with Parkinson's | Sunrise Branch | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Free — An accessible, evidence-based movement program helping participants combat isolation through dance. Details
🔬 Summer Day Camps: Mad Science | Saskatchewan Science Centre | 2903 Powerhouse Drive | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, runs Mon–Fri July 6–10 | $239.20–$349 + GST, registration required — Kids ages 6–11 dive into fizzing reactions, wacky biology, and a dash of robotics for a week of hands-on discovery. Register
🎬 Kramer IMAX Theatre | 2903 Powerhouse Drive | Paid admission — Lost Wolves of Yellowstone 11:45 AM · Call of the Dolphins 3D 1:00 PM · Minions & Monsters: The IMAX Experience 2:15 PM & 4:45 PM · Supergirl: The IMAX Experience 7:00 PM. Showtimes & Tickets
Tuesday, July 7
🧾 Drop-In Free Tax Clinic | Community Commons, Central Library | 2311 12th Avenue | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Free — SaskTel Pioneer Volunteers offer tax guidance for families with simple, low-to-moderate income returns. Details
🎶 Summer Sidewalk Concert: Melody McArthur | Outside Central Library | 2311 12th Avenue | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Free — Live music on the sidewalk as part of RPL's summer concert series. Details
🖌️ Drop-In Art Studio with Geanna Dunbar | Community Commons, Central Library | 2311 12th Avenue | 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM | Free — Drawing, painting, comics, and creative exploration in a relaxed, all-ages space. Details
🎮 Big Screen Video Games | Central Children's, RPL Film Theatre | 2311 12th Avenue | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Free — Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros. on the big screen. Teens. Details
🔬 Summer Day Camps: Mad Science | Saskatchewan Science Centre | 2903 Powerhouse Drive | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | $239.20–$349 + GST, registration required — Day two of this week's camp. Register
🎬 Kramer IMAX Theatre | 2903 Powerhouse Drive | Paid admission — Same lineup as Monday: Lost Wolves of Yellowstone 11:45 AM · Call of the Dolphins 3D 1:00 PM · Minions & Monsters 2:15 PM & 4:45 PM · Supergirl 7:00 PM. Showtimes & Tickets
Wednesday, July 8
🥕 Regina Farmers' Market | Pat Fiacco Plaza | 2190 12th Avenue | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Free admission — The outdoor market is back downtown for its Wednesday session, with Saskatchewan-made produce, baked goods, and crafts. Market Info
🚀 Science Time for Tots: Things That Go Up! | Saskatchewan Science Centre | 2903 Powerhouse Drive | 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Free with admission — Toddlers and caregivers explore the science of things that soar, float, and fly, with complimentary Caliber Coffee for the grown-ups. Register
🔬 STEAM Lab | Albert Branch | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Free — Hands-on science, tech, art, engineering, and math activities for ages 8–12. Details
🎬 Persepolis | RPL Film Theatre, Central Library | 2311 12th Avenue | 7:00 PM – 8:40 PM | Free — Marjane Satrapi's animated memoir of growing up in Iran, screening as part of RPL's free film series. Film Details
🎬 Kramer IMAX Theatre | 2903 Powerhouse Drive | Paid admission — Call of the Dolphins 3D 11:45 AM & 1:00 PM · Minions & Monsters 2:15 PM & 4:45 PM · Supergirl 7:00 PM. Showtimes & Tickets
Running All Week
🖼️ Connective Tissue, curated by Wendy Peart | Dunlop Central Gallery, Central Library | 2311 12th Avenue | Runs July 4 – September 5, 2026 | Free — On view daily during library hours. Details
🎨 Bruce Anderson: Herd-Bound, curated by Alexander Rondeau | Dunlop Sherwood Gallery, Sherwood Village Branch | Runs June 13 – October 14, 2026 | Free — On view daily during branch hours. Details
🖼️ Current Exhibitions | MacKenzie Art Gallery | Regular hours: Tue–Fri 11 AM–5:30 PM (Thu til 9 PM), Sat–Sun 11 AM–5:30 PM, closed Mondays | Free — Multiple exhibitions running through the summer. Plan Your Visit
📊 This Week's Poll
The Riders are home twice this month. What is your plan for the Hamilton game on July 12?
🏈 I will be at Mosaic Stadium
📺 Watching from home
🍺 Finding a patio downtown to watch
🐞 I am too busy releasing ladybugs
Hit reply and let us know :)
Thanks for reading Queen City Digest. There is a lot to look forward to this month, from Fringe Festival shows downtown to Riders football at Mosaic Stadium. Get out there and enjoy the sunshine while it lasts.
Next edition: Wednesday, July 8.
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