With the nice weather upon us, spray parks are set to a great way to cool off. There are more than 25 great spots across the Region – check them out this summer! Hours of operation are subject to change, please check the website of the municipality for the park you are looking to visit. Northeast of Edmonton Highway 55 Athabasca Athabasca Riverfront Park Address: 50 Ave A great day of fun is in store for visitors to the Spray Park and playground. Bring …
The Roadtrip Adventure Game Has Returned! The amazing 2024 Roadtrip Adventure Game offers up a gameboard and the chance to collect stickers in 46 community locations across the region. This year it is easier to play and easier to win with over 10 different prize categories and the chance to Scan and Win a bonus prize at every Sticker Station. New Prizes for 2024 include a special Only for Kids Prize Package and Repeat Gamer Prize packages if you have played before. …
Photo Credit: Parks Canada/Elk Island National Park Summer is here, and there are so many wonderful things to see and do! We hope you have an a-MAY-zing time in our region. Go on a Camping Adventure! Get ready for great camping and summer adventures! Choose from a variety of camping and glamping options in the Go East of Edmonton region. Pelican Point Campground – Camrose County Visit our camping section to find your favourite park and click through to the online reservations. …
Adventures from Edmonton heading East along the North Saskatchewan River… In March 2024, the Governments of Canada and Alberta acknowledged the entire stretch of the North Saskatchewan River in Alberta as part of the Canadian Heritage Rivers System, a well-deserved honour. With a history spanning thousands of years, the river undoubtedly holds deep cultural significance to numerous Indigenous nations in the region and has played a significant role in the development of the entire province of Alberta. All the while, …
Summer is coming, and major events are happening! There are plenty of activities to do in our region this month including markets, Mother’s Day brunches, and more. It’s also a special time for us as we are finally ready to say…. The New 2024 Go East of Edmonton Travel Guide is Here!!! It’s our biggest and best guide ever! With new featured roadtrips and more events and attractions to explore, you can expect to have an amazing summer in …
Did you know that you can explore our beautiful region in an Electric Vehicle (EV)? The range of new EVs have been extending in recent years, with some now having ranges of 640 km (400 miles) or more. If your EV doesn’t quite have that range, you’re still in luck, as there are over 20 areas with recharging stations in our region. Tips for an EV Roadtrip External battery packs, similar in size to a jerry can, allow you to …
In March 2024, the Governments of Canada and Alberta acknowledged the entire stretch of the North Saskatchewan River in Alberta as part of the Canadian Heritage Rivers System, a well-deserved honor. With a history spanning thousands of years, the river undoubtedly holds deep cultural significance to numerous Indigenous nations in the region and has played a significant role in the development of the entire province of Alberta. All the while, it continues to provide beautiful scenery and outstanding recreational opportunities for the region. …
Spring is in the air – and with longer days and warmer temperatures, you will naturally want to go exploring. Our region is filled with great places to visit and things to do. We also have exciting news to share and some great ideas for interesting roadtrips. Keep reading to learn more! Coming soon…The New 2024 Go East of Edmonton Travel Guide It will be our biggest and best guide ever! Summer is going to be great with Go East …
Snowshoeing at Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park by Janine Adele Photography Maybe It’s Winter, Maybe It’s Spring With all the recent snowfall, it appears that winter isn’t ready to leave just yet, so make the most of it with our Winter Adventures. Whether you want to go skiing, snowmobiling, ice fishing or something else, we have the info on where to experience those winter activities in the region. But let’s not forget about Spring!! Our Events Calendar is starting to fill up …
February is full of some of the best winter festivals. Enjoy Family Day fun and some classic winter adventures. Our Events Calendar has tons of winter festivals, and all the Family Day weekend activities and events from all over the region. Check back often – we have events being added every week! You’ll Love These Events Leading Up to Valentine’s Day… Feb 3-4: Wholly Handmade showcases over 125 local handmade artisans and crafters in Sherwood Park. …