Singing, dancing and drumming are some of the many highlights of this year's Aboriginal Day on Wednesday, taking place in Moose Jaw's Crescent Park.

"The day starts at 9:15am, there is an opening ceremonies with some speakers," said Spokesperson Chief of Police Rick Bourassa. "There is going to be an honour song with the Cree Spirit Drum group which will start the day off, followed by a tee pee raising by some Treaty 4 students and entertainment with some jigging and storytelling."

Bourassa noted in the past the crowd has grown with each year and he's hoping mother nature will be on their side this year for a sunny fun filled day.

"A lot of cultural significance is attached to this and some pretty big crowds, if the past few years have been any indicator. As long as the weather holds we tend to have a few hundred people, it's a really good day."

One significant event that takes place each year is the balloon release over the lunch hour, that each year symbolizes a strong message.

"The balloon release is symbolic in a number of ways, but really it's a recognition of the calls to action from the truth and reconciliation commission's report. Just a recognition that we need to follow through on those and become more inclusive as a community."

Bourassa added that all are welcome to attend.