Kick your Boots off with the Lamont Summer Sizzler Rodeo – July 8 & 9, 2023

Jolene Kisilevich2023 Roadtrip Adventures, East of Edmonton, Entertainment, Events, Highway 15, Lamont, Lamont County, Roadtrips, Summer Adventures

Kick your boots off just under an hour away from Edmonton for a sizzling good time at the Lamont Summer Sizzler Rodeo! Activities begin Saturday morning with the Town of Lamont Parade and pancake breakfast at 10am, then head over to the rodeo grounds for the Kids fun rodeo at 11am! Be sure to enter the kids in advance or enjoy watching others in the Kid’s Fun Rodeo! All kids welcome, no experience necessary for ages 3 to 11 to …

Fabulous February Festivals

Rebecca IsbisterEast of Edmonton, Entertainment, Events, Fishing, Metis Crossing, Northeast of Edmonton, Roadtrips, Southeast of Edmonton, Winter Adventures

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! A Few More Great Events this Month… Feb 17-19: Nordlys Film Arts Festival is back at the Bailey Theatre in Camrose with an eclectic blend of award-winning films from Canada and …

20th Annual Vegreville Sportsmen & Accessory Show

Kristen GusnowskiEast of Edmonton, Events, Highway 16, Minburn County, Outdoor Adventures, Shopping, Vegreville, Winter Adventures

Come See why this is such a Great Show – Vegreville Sportsmen & Accessory Show! Come one, come all, to the 20th Annual Gun & Accessory Show in Vegreville, hosted by the Vegreville Wildlife Federation (VWF). It’s more than firearms – with accessories, hunting gear and great ideas for the sportsmen. February 25 & 26, 2023 at the Vegreville Social Centre 4802 – 47 Avenue, Vegreville Saturday 10 am – 5 pm, Sunday 10 am – 3 pm Admission is …

New Year, New Adventures!

Rebecca Isbister#SkiNorthAB, 2023 Roadtrip Adventures, Attractions, Dark Sky, East of Edmonton, Elk Island National Park, Itinerary, Metis Crossing, National Park, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Photo Contest, Roadtrips, Southeast of Edmonton, Tourism Industry News, Winter Adventures

The crisp winter air…The gorgeous scenery…There’s plenty to enjoy and experience when you venture East of Edmonton. This year, we can’t wait to show you all of the incredible places in our special region. Read on for more than 10 ways to start your 2023 year on an adventure-filled way. Embrace the Night Hours and See the Northern Lights At this time of year, conditions are optimal for stargazing and the beautiful night lights. With no artificial lighting; Dark Sky …

2022 Go East of Edmonton Photo Contest Winners

Jolene Kisilevich2022 Roadtrip Adventures, Announcement, Cold Lake, Daysland, East of Edmonton, Flagstaff County, Highway 13, Highway 14, Highway 16, Highway 28, Legal, Mannville, MD of Bonnyville, Minburn County, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Photo Contest, Roadtrips, Southeast of Edmonton, Summer Adventures, Vegreville, Wainwright

We have our winners for the 2022 Go East of Edmonton Photo Contest! Thank you to everyone who participated and a BIG congratulations to all of the winners! Each winner was awarded $100 sponsored by The Marketer – publishers of the Go East of Edmonton Travel Guide and Go East Regional Tourism Organization. Best Event Photo #1. Cold Lake Bullarama by Sharon Taylor Photography BEST EVENT PHOTO #2. Vegreville Country Fair – Horse Show by Dave Veldkamp BEST WATER ADVENTURE …

Shop & Save on our Shopping Trails!

Rebecca IsbisterBoutiques, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Fashions, Gifts, Local Food, Northeast of Edmonton, Roadtrips, Shopping, Winter Adventures

Christmas is here, which means it’s that time to stock up on items your loved ones are looking for. Our updated guide highlights the regions’ retailers, antique shops, and quilt shops. Pick one of our three shopping trails – Northeast, East, or Southeast – and enjoy shopping for the perfect gift this Christmas season. Let’s fight inflation together by shopping and supporting local! Northeast Moose Wood Acres in Thorhild County – foodies, you’ll want to make a stop here. With local  products ranging from honey, quality chicken, …

Your Winter Wonderland of Events & Adventures!

Rebecca IsbisterAnnouncement, Attractions, Boutiques, East of Edmonton, Entertainment, Fashions, Gifts, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Roadtrips, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Winter Adventures

There’s been plenty going on East of Edmonton. Find Awesome Christmas Events Contests, Shopping information, and ways to keep your Adventures going. Christmas Shopping Get a head start on your Christmas shopping this season across the region! It’s easy to find the perfect gift, one-of-a-kind items, and unique boutiques when you go shop local. Shopping local will save you time, money and is a lot of fun! Find all the shopping events on our events calendar, or browse our shopping page …

Winners of the 2022 Go East of Edmonton Roadtrip Adventure Game

Jolene Kisilevich2022 Roadtrip Adventures, East of Edmonton, Fall Adventures, Northeast of Edmonton, Southeast of Edmonton, Summer Adventures

CONGRATULATIONS to all of our WINNERS in the 2022 Go East of Edmonton Roadtrip Adventure Game! $100 PRIZE (GIFT CARDS / CERTIFICATES) Northeast Lucky 7 Prize — Patrick Shires, Andrew East Lucky 7 Prize  — Barb Lauriks, Sherwood Park Southeast Lucky 7 Prize — Henry Salomons, Sherwood Park $50 PRIZE (GIFT CARD / CERTIFICATE) Monthly Social Media Bonus Prize — Caroline Benitez, Edmonton Monthly Social Media Bonus Prize — Jessica Tricker, Edmonton Monthly Social Media Bonus Prize — Lynne Plouffe, Edmonton Bonus Prize: Awesome Roadtripper T-shirt  — 24 …

October’s Beautiful Roadtrips and Fall Festivals

Rebecca Isbister2022 Roadtrip Adventures, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Entertainment, Events, Fall Adventures, Golfing, Local Food, Northeast of Edmonton, Parks & Trails, Photo Contest, Photo Contest 2022, Roadtrips, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton

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. It Still Feels Almost like Summer, Doesn’t it? Some great ideas for Roadtrip Adventures… 15 Fabulous Trip Ideas to Keep Summer Going We published over 20 Roadtrip Adventures in 2022 to keep you having fun! Pick a Roadtrip Adventure… Any Highway, Anytime.. Take a Highway 28 roadtrip – go back 250 million years, grab your clubs, visit scenic provincial parks, hundreds of lakes, or …

15 Fabulous Trip Ideas to Keep Summer Going!

Rebecca Isbister2022 Roadtrip Adventures, Attractions, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Camrose, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Entertainment, Events, Fall Adventures, Golfing, Highway 16, Highway 28, MD of Bonnyville, Metis Crossing, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Roadtrips, Shopping, Smoky Lake County, Southeast of Edmonton, Summer Adventures

With more hot weather in the forecast for September, there’s still time to keep the summer fun alive throughout the region! Whether you take part in the fantastic options for outdoor activities, or enjoy shopping and dining experiences in various communities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Check out the extended summer trip ideas below. Trip Ideas 1 – 7: Popular Destinations 1. 10 Fun Things to Do in Strathcona County and Vegreville 2. Summer Fun in Cold Lake and Bonnyville …