Over 50 Super Summer Festivals and Events!

Jolene Kisilevich2021 Roadtrip Adventures, Andrew, Beaver County, Bonnyville, Boyle, Camrose, Camrose County, Cold Lake, East of Edmonton, Elk Point, Entertainment, Events, Flagstaff County, Hay Lakes, Highway 13, Highway 14, Highway 15, Highway 16, Highway 28, Highway 29, Highway 45, Lakeland Region, Lamont, Lamont County, Lloydminster, Mannville, Marwayne, MD of Bonnyville, Metis Crossing, Minburn County, Mundare, Northeast of Edmonton, Radway, Redwater, Roadtrips, Ryley, Sedgewick, Sherwood Park, Smoky Lake, Smoky Lake County, Southeast of Edmonton, St. Paul County, Strathcona County, Summer Adventures, Thorhild County, Tofield, Vegreville, Vermilion, Vermilion River County, Viking, Wainwright

Here’s our Summer Events Guide with the best Fairs, Festivals and Rodeos across the region. You can also see our Events Calendar with more details, posters and schedules.  www.goeastofedmonton.com/events August 17- September 6 Aug 17 – FLAGSTAFF REGIONAL AIRPORT: MOVIE AT THE AIRPORT Flagstaff Regional Airport Aug 18 – ARDMORE DUCK RACE Ardmore Community Centre Aug 20-22 – MUNDARE AGRI-DAYS Parade Mundare Aug 20-22 – KIKINO SILVER BIRCH RODEO Kikino Held annually on the 3rd weekend in August, this event …

Black Friday Weekend Shopping – East of Edmonton!

Kristen GusnowskiBakeries, Boutiques, Breweries, Distilleries & Wineries, Camrose, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Events, Fashions, Gifts, Highway 13, Highway 14, Highway 16, Highway 28, Highway 45, Killam, Local Food, Mannville, Minburn County, Northeast of Edmonton, Quilt Shop, Roadtrips, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Thorhild County, Two Hills County, Vegreville, Vermilion, Vermilion River County

‘Tis the season for holiday cheer – the kind of cheer you get from scoring a great deal. The smart shoppers know the best opportunities, Black Friday and beyond, lay outside of the city limits, so what’s stopping you from heading East of Edmonton for some great retail opportunities? To help you out, we outlined some of the best sales and deals going on in some grade-A shops you should check out.   Here’s the lowdown on all the incredible …

October’s Best Shopping, Dining & Things to do!

Rebecca Isbister2020 Daytrips & Getaways Campaign - It's Time to GO!, Announcement, Boutiques, Breweries, Distilleries & Wineries, Camrose County, Comfort Food, Drink, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Entertainment, Events, Fall Adventures, Fashions, Gifts, It's Time To Go, Local Food, Northeast of Edmonton, Photo Contest, Restaurants, Roadtrips, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Strathcona County, Two Hills County, Vegreville, Vermilion, Vermilion River County

This month we are celebrating two of our favourite holidays, Thanksgiving & Halloween. Thanksgiving is a time to be with those you love, eat good food, decorate for Fall & Halloween, and we encourage you to check out some new or favourite places east of Edmonton. Have a safe and happy holiday! Great Places for a Fall Shopping Experience When you shop at a local store East of Edmonton, you will find it unique, uncrowded, safer, and a “real” shopping …

Vegreville Pysanka

Explore Vegreville! Take in what’s happening this Summer & Fall…

Jolene Kisilevich2020 Daytrips & Getaways Campaign - It's Time to GO!, Attractions, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Events, Fall Adventures, Farms and Markets, Golfing, Highway 16, It's Time To Go, Minburn County, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Roadtrips, Shopping, Summer Adventures, Vegreville, Visitor Information Centre

A rich history with many great shops and services makes Vegreville a welcoming stop to make some memories and have some fun! Read on for some exciting events and activities happening this summer and fall. Only an hour’s drive from Edmonton on Highway 16. Head outdoors! Take a roadtrip any time of the year to see the World’s Largest Pysanka (Ukrainian Easter Egg) just off Hwy 16A in Vegreville. Stop for a #selfie and explore your surroundings at the Vegreville …

Enjoy Alberta Local Food Week and Open Farm Days East of Edmonton

Rebecca Isbister2020 Daytrips & Getaways Campaign - It's Time to GO!, Andrew, Beverage Trails, Bonnyville, Boyle, Breweries, Distilleries & Wineries, Camrose, Camrose County, Cold Lake, Culinary Trails, Drink, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Events, Farms and Markets, Fine Dining, Highway 13, Highway 16, Highway 28, Highway 45, Lac La Biche Region, Lamont County, Local Food, MD of Bonnyville, Meat Markets, Minburn County, Northeast of Edmonton, Restaurants, Round Hill, Shopping, Smoky Lake, Smoky Lake County, St. Paul, St. Paul County, Strathcona County, Summer Adventures, Vegreville, Vermilion River County

This week, from August 9th to 16th, head out to your local markets, restaurants, and farms during Alberta Local Food Week! Farmers’ Markets are happening all summer around Alberta. Don’t forget to stop by the farm tours, breweries and distilleries, and end your day with a delicious meal with fresh ingredients at local restaurants. Shop at a Farmers Market this week! This summer over 10 local markets are available around the region for you to find delicious, locally sourced produce, …

Canada Day 2020

Rebecca IsbisterBruderheim, Camrose, Camrose County, East of Edmonton, Events, Flagstaff County, Highway 13, Highway 15, Highway 16, Highway 28, Innisfree, Lamont County, Mannville, Minburn County, Northeast of Edmonton, Sedgewick, Southeast of Edmonton, Summer Adventures, Thorhild County, Vermilion, Vermilion River County

How we celebrate Canada Day will be different this year, but the pride for our country remains constant. In the Go East of Edmonton region, we have wide-open spaces you can explore crowd-free. Here are some Canada Day activities you can look forward to and celebrate Canada’s Birthday! COVID-19 reminder While out celebrating, please remember to abide by all Alberta Health Service public health measures to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus and keep our communities safe. For more …

Winners of the Dreaming About Summer Photo Contest

Jolene KisilevichAnnouncement, Camping, Dreaming About Summer, East of Edmonton, Elk Island National Park, Events, Fort Saskatchewan, Highway 14, Highway 15, Highway 16, Lamont County, National Park, Photo Contest, Southeast of Edmonton, Strathcona County, Summer Adventures, Wainwright

It’s officially summer! What better way to kick it off then to announce our Winners of the Dreaming About Summer Photo Contest! First off, a big THANK YOU to everyone who participated in this Photo Contest. We received some amazing SUMMER photos! 1st Place Winner is Jackie Gartner The iconic Red Chairs at Elk Island National Park Prize – $150 plus 9 holes of golf for 2 at the Vegreville Kinsmen Golf Course (valued at $60)   2nd Place Winner …

Vegreville Sportsmen Show

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

Come See why this is such a Great Show – Vegreville Sportsmen Show! Come one, come all, to the 18th 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 22 & 23, 2020 at the Vegreville Social Centre 4802 – 47 Avenue, Vegreville Saturday 10 am – 5 pm, Sunday 10 am – 3 pm Admission is only $5/person. We …

Tales From the Trapline: Winter Experience

CodyAttractions, Events, Highway 28, Interpretive Centre, Metis Crossing, North Saskatchewan River, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Smoky Lake County, Winter Adventures

Make snares, survival shelters and traditional crafts at Metis Crossing By Jeremy Derksen For Lilyrose Meyers, trapping represents not just a livelihood but a way of life. With the decline of the industry in recent decades, she sees that way of life disappearing, and with it, the positive effects it can have for ecosystems. “The land is important to us, it’s a live thing — it changes. The trees … the animals … you have to look after them,” she …

Find the Perfect Gift on the Santa Trail!

Jolene KisilevichBeaver County, Camrose County, Drink, Eat & Shop, Entertainment, Events, Flagstaff County, Gifts, Highway 13, Highway 14, Local Food, Restaurants, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Wainwright Leave a Comment

As the Christmas Season is upon us, our friends over at BRAED (Battle River Alliance for Economic Development) is promoting Christmas markets and retailers in their region. Starting November 16 for five weeks, we will highlight some of BRAED’s area markets, retailers, makers and restaurants. They’ve designed each trail to provide an experience of shopping for the perfect gift this Christmas season and also included coffee shops and restaurants so you can enjoy a snack or a meal along the …