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 …

Enjoy Winters Best Adventures, Photo Contest Winners & More…

Jennifer FilipCross Country Skiing, Dark Sky, East of Edmonton, Events, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Photo Contest, Roadtrip Adventures, Winter Adventures

With the recent snowfalls and seasonal temperatures, there are plenty of winter activities to enjoy when you venture East of Edmonton.  Read on for some fantastic options to make the most out of Winter. We’ll explore things to do in some of our Parks, activities at Métis Crossing, and other winter adventures in our region.  Plus, details about the winners from our 2024 Photo Contest.  Keep reading! January – February Winter Adventures… Go in the snow and enjoy winter adventures …

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year with Go East of Edmonton Giveaways!

Jennifer FilipChristmas, East of Edmonton, Events, Northeast of Edmonton, Roadtrip Adventures, Roadtrips, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Winter Adventures

Enjoy Holiday Shopping, Events and Outdoor Adventures East of Edmonton The festive season has arrived, bringing with it the perfect opportunity to find those special gifts for your loved ones. Craig’s Cornerstone in downtown Vermilion is your one-stop boutique shopping experience! Here’s your chance to win a lovely Gift Set from Uniquely U Styles and Harbrook & Paisely at Craig’s Cornerstone! ****Sign Up Now to the Monthly E-Newsletter where you can win Roadtrip Rewards, Prizes and more every month! Click here …

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 AdairAgTourism, 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, …

Prairie Gardens Christmas Events

Karissa KisilevichBon Accord, Drink, Entertainment, Events, Farms and Markets, Fine Dining, Highway 28, Local Food, Northeast of Edmonton, Winter Adventures

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 …

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 …

More Awesome August Adventures!

Jennifer FilipAgTourism, East of Edmonton, Events, Farms and Markets, Northeast of Edmonton, Roadtrip Adventures, Southeast of Edmonton, Summer Adventures

Explore Rural Alberta East of Edmonton August is here, but don’t let summer slip away just yet! There are tons of exciting adventures waiting for you! This weekend, from August 17th to 18th, head out to your local markets, restaurants, and farms during Alberta Open Farm Days! 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 …

Awesome August Adventures and Events!

Jennifer FilipEast of Edmonton, Events, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Roadtrip Adventures, 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 …