Summer is in full swing.  Make the most of the beautiful weather and plan your awesome August adventures and roadtrips! Super Events and Festivals Our Summer Events Guide has everything to make the most out of your summer.  The Events Calendar has more details, posters and schedules of the best Fairs, Festivals and Rodeos across the region: July 30 – August 3 LAC LA BICHE POW WOW DAYS & FISH DERBY Celebrate one of Alberta’s most cherished summer traditions at the Lac La …
Just a short drive north of Edmonton, a charming blend of prairie landscapes, local farms, and inspiring artistry awaits. From hand-crafted pottery and haskap berries to dinosaur adventures and orchard strolls, the Gibbons, Bon Accord, and Legal region offers the perfect escape for families, foodies, and explorers alike. Range Road Art Collective Don’t miss the Country Side Art Tour (#1A-1E on the map) on June 6th and 7th, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. This self-guided tour includes five unique studio …
Pictured above: Metis Crossing Mother’s Day Brunch Updated: May 4, 2026 Celebrate Mom East of Edmonton! Mother’s Day is one of the most heartfelt times of the year, and Go East of Edmonton is bursting with beautiful ways to celebrate the moms, grandmas, and mother figures who mean the world to us. From charming small-town markets, to delicious brunches, to great greenhouses, and even a unique car show, the region is rolling out the red carpet for Mom this May. …
Get Ready for Festive Fun at Prairie Gardens Adventure Farm! From mid-November to mid-December, Prairie Gardens is hosting a variety of Prairie Christmas Events that are sure to become your family’s new holiday tradition. Breakfast with Santa: Kick off your holiday season with a delightful farm-to-table breakfast with Santa! Bring the kids to visit Santa at his sleigh and enjoy a festive brunch that features delicious pumpkin muffins with cinnamon pumpkin butter and honeyberry jelly, famous garlic roasted hash with farm sausage, scrambled fresh farm eggs, and pancakes. Choice of steamy hot chocolate or coffee. Purchase your tickets now before they sell out! Click the link to view available dates and …
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. Explore …
Table of Contents Farmers Markets Open Farm Days Northeast of Edmonton East of Edmonton Roadside Stand Tour Southeast of Edmonton Alberta on the Plate This week, from August 12th to 18th, head out to your local markets, restaurants, and farms during Alberta Local Food Week! Farmers’ Markets are happening all summer around Alberta and are perfect to stock up on fresh foods. Don’t forget to stop by farm tours, breweries and distilleries, ending your day with a delicious meal with fresh …
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 …
Summer is in full swing – that means time to beat the heat with a cold drink! Even better; Local Food Week in Alberta coming up on August 13 to August 20, 2023. This makes it all more meaningful to celebrate the local craft breweries, distilleries, wineries, and meaderies in our special region. All are truly unique and focus on specialty recipes made with regionally sourced ingredients. Read on for our top picks of places to Drink East of Edmonton …
Head to Métis Crossing for authentic cultural experiences in a retreat-like setting, then go north and play in Alberta’s lake country. Written by Karen Ung As we walk down the old Victoria Trail along the North Saskatchewan River, at first glance, it appears little has changed since the 1800s. Original homesteads remain, filled with period furniture and artifacts, chickens cluck in the yard, and a Red River Cart sits out front ready to haul goods to the trading post. The …
Summer is in full swing – that means time to beat the heat with a cold drink! Even better, it’s Local Food Week in Alberta coming up on August 8 to August 15, 2021. Which makes it all more meaningful to celebrate the local craft breweries, distilleries and wineries in our special region. All are truly unique and focus on specialty recipes made with regionally sourced ingredients. Read on for our top picks of places to Drink East of Edmonton & …