Manyhorses Saloon: Where History Meets Hospitality
Historic Venue
Nestled in the 109-year-old Forestburg Hotel, Manyhorses Saloon stands as a living testament to Alberta's rich history.
Ownership
Owned by Kara & Bill Pearcey for 8 years—with Kara's connection spanning 10 previous years as manager and waitress—this beloved establishment earned a nomination as Best Pub in our previous Best of Alberta competition!
Building History
Built in 1916 by Sven Svenson, the building began as a pool hall before expanding to include a dance hall, barber shop, boarding rooms, restaurant, and tavern. During the 1918 flu epidemic, it even served as a makeshift hospital.
Local Legends
Local lore includes tales from the 1960s when residents Peter Shy and Reg Renfield famously rode horses inside the bar, earning $5 fines for their mischief!
Modern Amenities
Today's Manyhorses Saloon preserves its old-world charm while offering:
- Four hotel rooms
- Seasonal patio
- Off-sale services
- Entertainment: VLTs, darts, pool, ping pong, jukebox, crib boards, board games
Weekly Specials
- Caesar Sunday
- Martini Monday
- Free Pool Tuesday
- All Day Happy Hour Wednesday
- Merchandise Raffle Thursday
- Paralyzer Friday
- Feature Slush Saturday
Community Focus
- Supports local businesses
- Pet-friendly patio
- Monthly peanut shell traditions
- Legendary Halloween parties with karaoke, XXX bingo, live music, and comedians
Owner's Philosophy
"We welcome all walks of life and love new faces as much as our regulars, whom many are like family." - Kara and Bill Pearcey
Links
- Virtual Tour: youtu.be/KGMrmDBFzBo
- Rumble Alberta Listing: rumblealberta.com/manyhorses-saloon
- Website: manyhorsessaloon.ca
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