Set in the centre of Alberta’s energy and agricultural heartland, Strathcona County is a thriving, successful, and vibrant community of over 100,000 rural and urban residents. Only a 10-minute drive from the capital city of Edmonton, you will find Strathcona County–Sherwood Park offers endless opportunities for adventure right at your doorstep! EXPLORE HISTORY & CULTURE Begin your adventures in Sherwood Park at the Strathcona County Museum and Archives, which showcases rotating exhibits portraying the county’s natural and human history. …
Top Things to do in the MD of Bonnyville and Cold Lake
Relax. Breathe. Listen. with everything that the beautiful M.D. of Bonnyville has to offer! Here’s our list of top things to do in the M.D. of Bonnyville. Glendon The place to go is Pyrogy Park, home of the World’s Largest Pyrogy. The park is equipped with picnic areas, washroom facility and gazebo, two modern playgrounds, including a zip line, and of course, the must-see giant Pyrogy.  Major Events in 2024 Plan to attend the Glendon Parade, Derby & Mud …
Top 25 Things to Do in the Lac La Biche Region
Home to pristine wilderness, gorgeous provincial parks, and beautiful lakes, perfect to see the night sky, search for wildlife and birds, or enjoy the vast network of trails via hiking, quadding, or ATVing. If you’re interested in visiting an incredible indigenous art gallery, Lac La Biche is a hidden gem full of fun things to do and see. Getting to Lac La Biche Lac La Biche is located about 215 kilometres northeast of Edmonton, Alberta off Highway 55. Or, if …
Women In Horticulture Week
May 26 – June 7, 2024 Alberta Farm Fresh Producers Association                  Contact:  Alberta Farm Fresh Producers Association Tam Andersen  780-909-6601 May 1st Sturgeon County, AB – The Alberta Farm Fresh Producers Association is celebrating Women in Horticulture Week, May 26-June 7 – 2024, recognizing the significant contributions of women in horticulture and agriculture, as well as their evolving roles in shaping the industry. Female farm …
Get Inspired With Our New Travel Guide! Plus, Marvelous May Events and More!
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 …
Celebrate Mom with a Scenic Countryside Tour!
Roadside Stand Tour 2024 – Sunday, May 12th 10AM – 4PM Looking for a unique Mother’s Day adventure?  Hop in your car and treat Mom to a scenic journey through the countryside. Using Hwy 14 East of Edmonton as the ‘spine’ drive from one charming vendor to the next, exploring the countryside with a difference. Create unforgettable memories with Mom this Mother’s Day with our scenic drive-to-market experience. Barr Estate Winery  51526-Rg Rd 231 Sherwood Park Yes, we do have …
Farms, Flavours and Open Farm Days
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Shop & Save On Our Shopping Trails!
We all know that snow and cooler temperatures will be coming, but there will also be plenty of fun winter events and adventures to enjoy! Whether you’re shopping or looking for fantastic events and adventures, we’ll help you discover the best places to visit East of Edmonton. Shop & Save on our Shopping Trails! Shopping local not only helps our communities, but it also will save you time and money! Be sure to browse our shopping page and find deals by region. …
Get into the Christmas Spirit East of Edmonton
Get into the Christmas spirit with exciting events and fantastic shopping ideas with Go East of Edmonton! ‘Tis the season with plenty of fun activities and shopping events in the region. Christmas is here, which means it’s that time to stock up on items your loved ones are looking for. We’re featuring just a few of the events in the region, but you can access many more in our events calendar. You can also find some of the wonderful stores and unique boutiques …
October’s Big Pumpkins, Beautiful Roadtrips & More!
Hit the road for the most colourful time of year! Check our Itineraries and Roadtrips page for ideas, or go to Trip Ideas for recent articles. Enjoy Beautiful Fall Colours on a Roadtrip Adventure… See our videos for inspiration or browse our Highway Roadtrips Guides. Go roadtrippin! Indigenous Experiences East of Edmonton We are pleased to feature this new section on the website that is the most comprehensive guide to Indigenous experiences in the region. We are pleased to work with Indigenous Tourism Operators, and share their culture in …