The countdown to the Okotoks and District Chamber of Commerce Trade and Lifestyle Show is almost done!

This morning the Okotoks Recreation Centre was buzzing as over 170 vendors attempted to finish preparations and get booths set up.

Aaron Beck, Owner of 9 Round Kick Boxing Gym says they'll be there, and they'll have a number of displays and demonstrations for their visitors.

"So we have images of our gym here, we have timing bells, some gloves and some mitts at our table." Beck says visitors will see more the just stuff though.  "This weekend we'll have a little area beside us, where they're going to let us show and throw a little mitts with people that walk by.  We're also going to be giving away a free 3 month membership, as well as a one month membership, and a week long membership for third prize."

Beck shares that everyone participating in the Trade Show has really come together during the set up, to ensure it's smooth for everyone.

"It's just fantastic, everybody that we've bumped into has been so friendly, we were moving past people, and people offered to help, or when I was struggling to put something up - people were helping. It's just fantastic, anytime there's anything going on in the community of Okotoks, everyone just comes together and it goes so well."

Like many of the vendors, Beck want's to get his name out there, while enjoying the weekend.

"We just want to bring our brand to more people in Okotoks and just give them the ability to come in and see what we offer."

There's going to be food vendors, clothing, jewelry, and local craft vendors.

Admission is $2 per person, or $5 per family.

The Festival of Flavors is $2 for each tasting.

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