With the nice weather upon us, spray parks are set to a great way to cool off. There are more than 25 great spots across the Region – check them out this summer! Hours of operation are subject to change, please check the website of the municipality for the park you are looking to visit. Northeast of Edmonton Highway 55 Athabasca Athabasca Riverfront Park Address: 50 Ave A great day of fun is in store for visitors to the Spray Park and playground. Bring …
North Saskatchewan River 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, …
North Saskatchewan River achieves Canadian Heritage River Status
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 honor. 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, it continues to provide beautiful scenery and outstanding recreational opportunities for the region. …
Awe-Inspiring April Activities
Spring is in the air – and with longer days and warmer temperatures, you will naturally want to go exploring. Our region is filled with great places to visit and things to do. We also have exciting news to share and some great ideas for interesting roadtrips. Keep reading to learn more! Coming soon…The New 2024 Go East of Edmonton Travel Guide It will be our biggest and best guide ever! Summer is going to be great with Go East …
Marvelous March Things To Do
Snowshoeing at Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park by Janine Adele Photography Maybe It’s Winter, Maybe It’s Spring With all the recent snowfall, it appears that winter isn’t ready to leave just yet, so make the most of it with our Winter Adventures. Whether you want to go skiing, snowmobiling, ice fishing or something else, we have the info on where to experience those winter activities in the region. But let’s not forget about Spring!! Our Events Calendar is starting to fill up …
Fabulous Festivals and February Fun
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! You’ll Love These Events Leading Up to Valentine’s Day… Feb 3-4: Wholly Handmade showcases over 125 local handmade artisans and crafters in Sherwood Park. …
Enjoy January’s Best Adventures, Photo Contest Winners & More
It seems like winter is just getting started with the recent snowfall and falling temperatures that provide the gorgeous frost-filled scenery. There are plenty of winter activities to enjoy when you venture East of Edmonton. Read on for some fantastic options to start off your 2024. We’ll explore things to do in some of our Provincial Parks, activities at Métis Crossing, and other winter adventures in our region. Plus, we’ll also reveal the winners from our 2023 Photo Contest. Keep …
15 Fabulous Trip Ideas in September
With more warm 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 Our Summer Events Guide has everything to make the most out of your summer. The Events Calendar has more details, posters and …
Sylvia Goes East of Edmonton on an Epic Adventure
Last year, Sylvia Pedley picked up a Go East of Edmonton Roadtrip Adventure Game, and then didn’t go anywhere. This year, she not only wholeheartedly committed to the game, but she also collected all 43 stickers in 11 days, setting the record for completion time since the game debuted in 2020. “I knew this year, that once I started, I had to finish it,” she said. “I wasn’t going to let it sit on the backburner.” Sylvia knows all too …
Outdoor Summer Fun in East Central Alberta
Written by Karen Ung Where to play outside in Camrose, Hardisty, Killam, and Wainwright, Alberta this summer Discover outdoor fun in East Central Alberta this summer! The friendly communities of Camrose, Wainwright, Hardisty, and Killam offer a wide range of outdoor activities from fishing and paddling to biking and bird watching. Camrose Sunlight sparkles on the water at Camrose Nature Conservation Centre, and a light breeze ruffles our hair. Children chase each other around the playground while their parents barbecue burgers …