Find Family Fun and Festivals in February

Faye ForgesAttractions, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Camping, Cross Country Skiing, East of Edmonton, Events, Fishing, Indigenous Attraction, Indigenous Experience, Metis Crossing, Outdoor Adventures, Seasons, Winter Adventures

February is filled with some of the best winter festivals.  It’s also a time when we celebrate love on Valentine’s Day and focus on fun with our families on Family Day.  There are many wonderful winter adventures to explore all month when you Go East of Edmonton! See our Events Calendar to find activities and festivals all over the region.  Check back often – we have events being added every week! Here are some featured and major events this month… February 5-8 Edmonton RV …

Winter Guide to Métis Crossing Adventures

Faye ForgesCross Country Skiing, Dark Sky, Drink, Eat & Shop, Indigenous Attraction, Indigenous Experience, Metis Crossing, North Saskatchewan River, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Roadtrip Adventures, Smoky Lake County, Winter Adventures

With the recent snow and warming seasonal temperatures, there are plenty of winter activities to enjoy when you visit Métis Crossing.  There are many interesting things to do that are sure to make your visit memorable including: Signature Experiences Events and Workshops Daily Discoveries Luxurious Stays Signature Experiences Tales from the Trapline is an immersive Indigenous experience that explores Métis traditional winter activities and skills on a historic Métis river lot farm. Strap on a set of snowshoes, set a snare, …

Discover the Joy of January East of Edmonton

Faye Forges#SkiNorthAB, Cross Country Skiing, Dark Sky, East of Edmonton, Elk Island National Park, Fishing, Go South of Edmonton, Indigenous Attraction, Indigenous Experience, Metis Crossing, National Park, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Photo Contest, Photo Contest 2025, Southeast of Edmonton, Winter Adventures

We’ve had cold weather, warm weather, and everything in between this winter, but there are always plenty of winter activities to enjoy when you venture east of Edmonton. Read on to find out how you can explore the parks in our region, take part in activities at Métis Crossing, go skiing or snowmobiling, or find other winter adventures in our region.  Plus, we’ll give you the details about the winners from our 2025 Photo Contest. Winter Adventures There are all …

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Get on Track for Fun and Shopping when you Go East of Edmonton this November!

Faye ForgesAttractions, Christmas, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Events, Fall Adventures, Farms and Markets, Gifts, Highway 13, Highway 14, Highway 15, Highway 16, Highway 28, Highway 55, Indigenous Attraction, Indigenous Experience, Local Food, Metis Crossing, Northeast of Edmonton, Roadtrip Adventure Game, Roadtrips, Seasons, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Train Excursion, Winter Adventures

The Christmas season is upon us and there are plenty of fun activities and shopping events in the region to put you in a festive mood!  Whether you’re looking for family adventures or the perfect gifts for special people in your life, you can find it all around the area. Exciting events and fantastic shopping ideas await you in the region! We’re featuring just a few of the events our area has to offer, but you can access many more …

Métis Crossing Tops the List of Best Places to Go and Stay in Alberta!

Rebecca IsbisterAttractions, Cross Country Skiing, Fall Adventures, Highway 45, Historic Site, Indigenous Attraction, Indigenous Experience, Interpretive Centre, Metis Crossing, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Roadtrip Adventures, Roadtrips, Smoky Lake County, Winter Adventures

It is absolutely amazing that Métis Crossing is being listed as one of the best places to visit – not in only Alberta or in Canada… but in the world! As the top Indigenous Tourism attraction in the Go East of Edmonton region, Métis Crossing has grown to into a world class experience showcasing Métis culture and history. The contributions of the Métis People in our region are abundant and Métis Crossing seeks to showcase and engage with visitors in …

Top 25 in 2025

Jolene KisilevichAgritourism, Announcement, Attractions, Bon Accord, Bonnyville, Camping, Cold Lake, Dark Sky, Daysland, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Elk Island National Park, Fort Saskatchewan, Glamping, Greenhouse & Garden Centres, Historic Site, Indigenous Attraction, Indigenous Experience, Iron Horse Trail, Legal, MD of Bonnyville, Metis Crossing, Motorcycle Touring, Museums, National Park, North Saskatchewan River, North Saskatchewan River, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Roadside Attraction, Roadtrip Adventure Game, Roadtrip Adventures, Roadtrips, Seasons, Shopping, Smoky Lake County, Southeast of Edmonton, St. Paul, St. Paul County, Summer Adventures, Train Excursion, Two Hills, Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village

Epic Summer Escapes: 25 Top Must-Do Attractions & Adventures East of Edmonton!   Aerial Adventure Park Soar to new heights in the M.D. of Bonnyville at the Kinosoo Ridge Resort Aerial Adventure Park! Towering 60 feet above the ground, this exhilarating park offers breathtaking views of Cold Lake while you tackle over 40 exciting challenges spread across four thrilling levels. With a safe, interactive environment for all ages, it’s the perfect spot to climb, conquer, and create unforgettable memories. Appetizing …

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 …

Winners of the 2024 Go East of Edmonton Roadtrip Adventure Game

Daniell AdairAgritourism, Announcement, Attractions, Awards, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Events, Highway 13, Highway 14, Highway 15, Highway 16, Highway 2, Highway 28, Highway 29, Highway 45, Highway 55, Indigenous Experience, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Roadtrip Adventure Game, Roadtrip Adventures, Roadtrips, Southeast of Edmonton, Summer Adventures, Winter Adventures

 CONGRATULATIONS to all of our WINNERS in the 2024 Go East of Edmonton Roadtrip Adventure Game and what a successful year it was!         Sweet 16 & Ultimate Bonus Prize Winners Participants who visited 16 or more communities automatically earned the Sweet 16 Bonus Prize (valued at approximately $25). Additionally, those who completed the full journey across all 46 communities became eligible for both the Sweet 16 Bonus and the prestigious Ultimate Bonus Prize categories. Haley Koncur, Ardrossan, …

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 …

North Saskatchewan River Adventures

Jolene KisilevichCamping, East of Edmonton, Elk Point, Fishing, Fort Saskatchewan, Historic Site, Indigenous Experience, Interpretive Centre, Iron Horse Trail, Lakeland Region, Marwayne, Metis Crossing, North Saskatchewan River, North Saskatchewan River, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Seasonal Campground, Smoky Lake County, Spring Adventures, St. Paul County, Strathcona County, Summer Adventures, Two Hills County, Vermilion River County, Waskatenau, Water Adventures

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, …