The RCMP musical ride is coming to Thompson, one of their 50 stops around Canada this year. The Musical Ride is internationally renowned and was in England in May as part of the Queen’s 90th birthday celebrations.
The troop will be here on July 9th, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Thompson and the City of Thompson. President of the Rotary Club, Sandra Ross-Hitch, has more on the history of the Musical Ride.
“The RCMP ride itself was developed in 1876 by early members of the North-West Mounted Police to display their riding ability and entertain the local community. It has evolved over the decades into a uniquely Canadian performance enjoyed by tens of thousands of spectators every year.”
The Musical Ride is also a way for the RCMP to help communities with fund raising efforts. Funds raised from ticket sales for this event will go toward the Rotary Club of Thompson to support their local projects.
Tickets are available at the TRCC, Lamberts Paint & Decor, and the RBC. Ticket prices are $10 for adults, $5 for children 3 to 16 and $5 for Seniors over 60.
For more information about the RCMP Musical Ride contact Sandra Ross-Hitch at 204-677-5111 or the Rec Department, City of Thompson, at 204-677-7952.
