Gather your family and friends for one of Alberta’s favourite fall celebrations in Smoky Lake! On Friday – Kick off the Smoky Lake Pumpkin Fair by taking in the corn maze, midway and pumpkin showcase! On Saturday – Guests can take in the Show & Shine, showcasing incredible cars and trucks from across Alberta. Families will love the petting zoo and the excitement of the midway rides. Don’t miss browsing the Farmers Market & Artisan Market, filled with local goods …
Last updated July 22, 2026 Take a day or weekend to check out these awesome roadside attractions! Every corner of the region offers something to woo travellers in pursuit of a selfie with an oddity of magnificent proportions. Get creative – you could be holding the World’s Largest Egg or taking a bite out of the World’s Largest Pyrogy! Start your engines! Follow our guide to see our favourite picks divided into three sections: Northeast of Edmonton, East of …
Home to pristine wilderness, gorgeous provincial parks, and beautiful lakes, perfect to see the night sky, search for wildlife and birds, or enjoy the vast network of trails via hiking, quadding, or ATVing. If you’re interested in visiting an incredible indigenous art gallery, Lac La Biche is a hidden gem full of fun things to do and see. Getting to Lac La Biche Lac La Biche is located about 215 kilometres northeast of Edmonton, Alberta off Highway 55. Or, if …
Updated June 18, 2026… Looking for something fun to do for Father’s Day weekend? Head East of Edmonton and make it a fun road trip! June 18-21 is packed with exciting events, whether you’re into classic cars, rodeos, country fairs, family fun, or demolition derbies! 𝐖𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐝𝐞 (June 18-21) Experience 4 days of WPCA Chuckwagon Racing, CPRA Rodeo action, midway rides, parades, cabarets and more! 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐊𝐫𝐮𝐳𝐢𝐧’ 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 & 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞 – Lloydminster (June 20) RAIN OR SHINE – the Show …
Happy Gardening Friends! Have we got a Great Greenhouse Tour just for you! We are pleased to feature these greenhouses to help you with all of your gardening needs. Ranging from rural greenhouses tucked away in the beautiful countryside, to browsing cozy garden gift shops, to large garden centres that will leave you in awe! Plus, new this year, we are featuring two Flower Farms! Start planning your self-guided Greenhouse Tour today! Northeast of Edmonton Prairie Gardens – (north of …
If you’re looking for the perfect winter getaway, look no further than Lac La Biche. On January 24th, 2026 the Lac La Biche Back Country Riders will host one of their most exciting events of the year with their theme: Throttle, Trails and Fun Ride! A member of our Go East of Edmonton team attended last year’s event, which featured a Chili Lunch Fundraiser Ride.…read on to learn about Daniell’s wonderful experience! This wasn’t just another snowmobiling event; it was …
We are pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 Go East of Edmonton Photo Contest! Our heartfelt thanks go out to all participants, and we extend our warmest congratulations to the winners. The top photographs have earned their creators a prize of $100, while the runners-up receive a prize of $50. This contest is proudly sponsored by The Marketer, the publishers of the Go East of Edmonton Travel Guide and the Go East Regional Tourism Organization. This year, the …
December is a busy month, but that’s because there are so many fun things to do in our region. From sparkling lights and holiday trains to special shopping events that help you find unique gifts for everyone on your shopping list, you’ll be sure to make wonderful memories this season. You can also explore more of the Go East of Edmonton region to find winter adventures and special places to stay. December’s Top Holiday Events… Friday Dec 5 Bonnyville Lakeland Co-op …
CONGRATULATIONS to all of our WINNERS in the 2025 Go East of Edmonton Roadtrip Adventure Game, and what a successful year it was! Click here to learn more about the Roadtrip Adventure Game!
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 …
