Kick your Boots off with the Lamont Summer Sizzler Rodeo – July 12 & 13, 2025

Jolene KisilevichEast of Edmonton, Entertainment, Events, Highway 15, Lamont, Lamont County, Roadtrip Adventures, 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 …

Experience the Vibrant Holiday Spirit by Heading East of Edmonton!

Karissa KisilevichChristmas, East of Edmonton, Entertainment, Events, Indigenous Experience, Northeast of Edmonton, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Winter Adventures

‘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. Get into the Christmas spirit with exciting events and fantastic shopping ideas with Go East of Edmonton! 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!

Rebecca IsbisterAndrew, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Entertainment, Events, Fall Adventures, Indigenous Experience, Metis Crossing, National Park, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Photo Contest, Roadtrips, Shopping, Smoky Lake County, Southeast of Edmonton, Summer Adventures, Vegreville

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 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 a thoughtful …

Your Guide to the Smoky Lake Pumpkin Fair and Things to Do in the Smoky Lake Region

Rebecca IsbisterEntertainment, Events, Fall Adventures, Highway 28, Iron Horse Trail, Metis Crossing, Northeast of Edmonton, Roadside Attraction, Roadtrip Adventures, Roadtrips, Shopping, Smoky Lake, Smoky Lake County, Summer Adventures, Vilna, Waskatenau

With all its beautiful bright colours, autumn is the perfect time to visit Smoky Lake, the pumpkin capital of Alberta. Top Things to do in Smoky Lake Pumpkin Park – Take a stroll and check out the large famous concrete pumpkins up close! Iron Horse Trail – Adventure year-round on Alberta’s longest multi-trail system. With over 300km of trails that takes you through stunning scenery, it’s perfect for hiking, biking, quadding, horseback riding, and snowmobiling. Smoky Lake Museum  – Located on …

A-MAZE-ing Corn Mazes East of Edmonton!

Rebecca IsbisterEast of Edmonton, Entertainment, Fall Adventures, Northeast of Edmonton, Roadtrips, Smoky Lake, Southeast of Edmonton, Summer Adventures, Vegreville, Wainwright

(pictured above is Keato Meadow Corn Maze) As the golden hues of autumn paint the prairies east of Edmonton, a thrilling adventure beckons for those ready to dive into a world of sprawling corn mazes and festive fun. This fall, the region transforms into a playground of twists, turns, and local flair, offering maze enthusiasts a chance to support community initiatives while navigating their way through some of the most exciting corn mazes around. Here’s a guide to the must-visit …

Your Ultimate Guide for Run To The Hills Two Hills Bike Week

Kyla JensonEast of Edmonton, Entertainment, Events, Highway 45, Motorcycle Touring, Myrnam, North Saskatchewan River, Outdoor Adventures, Roadtrip Adventures, Roadtrips, Summer Adventures, Two Hills, Two Hills County

Hear the rumbles in the Town of Two Hills during Two Hills Bike Week and take in the exciting events! (Above photo by Leah Ross) July 18-28, 2024 From bike games, wrestling, flat track racing, movie night, show ‘n shine, beer gardens, vendors and so much more! Check out all of the activities below! Start Bike Week Off on the 18th with a Kick-Off Party and Concert Tributes! Head down to Geleta Park Grounds on the 19th for a Pig …

Get into the Christmas Spirit East of Edmonton

Rebecca IsbisterBonnyville, Camrose, Camrose County, Cold Lake, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Entertainment, Events, Fall Adventures, Gifts, Lac La Biche Region, Lakeland Region, MD of Bonnyville, Northeast of Edmonton, Roadtrips, Shopping, Smoky Lake County, Southeast of Edmonton, Strathcona County, Vegreville, Vermilion, Wainwright, Winter Adventures

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 …

Awesome August Adventures and Events!

Rebecca Isbister2023 Roadtrip Adventures, Attractions, Entertainment, Events, Metis Crossing, Northeast of Edmonton, Roadtrips, Southeast of Edmonton, Summer Adventures

Summer is in full swing. Be sure to make the most of the beautiful weather and plan your Awesome August Adventures!  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: Battle River Train – Take the scenic route and spend the day on the train. Enjoy the entertainment, food, and ambiance of an antique train as …

🍁 Canada Day 2023 – East of Edmonton Style!🍁

Rebecca Isbister2023 Roadtrip Adventures, Attractions, East of Edmonton, Entertainment, Events, Northeast of Edmonton, Roadtrips, Southeast of Edmonton, Summer Adventures

Celebrate with friends and family this long weekend by heading East of Edmonton and checking out all the fantastic events these great towns have to offer. Whether you want to get active, enjoy some great food, listen to live music, or all of these above, these events have it all. Don’t forget to stay for the fireworks! Find all the details listed for a selection of events below. July 1 Featured Canada Day Events – Northeast of Edmonton 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙙 𝙇𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝘾𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙙𝙖 …

June’s Fantastic Father’s Day & Family Fun!

Rebecca Isbister2023 Roadtrip Adventures, Camping, Culinary Trails, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Entertainment, Events, Fishing, Golfing, Northeast of Edmonton, Roadtrips, Southeast of Edmonton, Summer Adventures

Father’s Day is here and we want to help you plan how to take Dad out for some fun – all summer long. From fishing, to golfing, going to an exciting event across the region, or just hittin’ the road and going for a roadtrip. Whatever you decide to do, we’ve got all the info to make it a great experience! Celebrate Dad with Father’s Day Weekend Events Have fun spending time celebrating Dad at some of the popular events this weekend. …