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! A Few More Great Events this Month… Feb 17-19: Nordlys Film Arts Festival is back at the Bailey Theatre in Camrose with an eclectic blend of award-winning films from Canada and …
Come See why this is such a Great Show – Vegreville Sportsmen & Accessory Show! Come one, come all, to the 20th 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 25 & 26, 2023 at the Vegreville Social Centre 4802 – 47 Avenue, Vegreville Saturday 10 am – 5 pm, Sunday 10 am – 3 pm Admission is …
Last updated January 25, 2024 – Jeremy Derksen for SnowSeekers.ca Making the time to get outside together through the winter months isn’t always easy, but for the Engler family, that’s where Kinosoo Ridge comes in. The northern Alberta ski hill has seen significant upgrades in recent years, first with the summer adventure park and a revamped culinary experience, and then the addition of new winter offerings. With a new chairlift, readily available ski lessons, three terrain parks, snow tubing and …
The crisp winter air…The gorgeous scenery…There’s plenty to enjoy and experience when you venture East of Edmonton. This year, we can’t wait to show you all of the incredible places in our special region. Read on for more than 10 ways to start your 2023 year on an adventure-filled way. Embrace the Night Hours and See the Northern Lights At this time of year, conditions are optimal for stargazing and the beautiful night lights. With no artificial lighting; Dark Sky …
Christmas is here, which means it’s that time to stock up on items your loved ones are looking for. Our updated guide highlights the regions’ retailers, antique shops, and quilt shops. Pick one of our three shopping trails – Northeast, East, or Southeast – and enjoy shopping for the perfect gift this Christmas season. Let’s fight inflation together by shopping and supporting local! Northeast Moose Wood Acres in Thorhild County – foodies, you’ll want to make a stop here. With local  products ranging from honey, quality chicken, …
There’s been plenty going on East of Edmonton. Find Awesome Christmas Events Contests, Shopping information, and ways to keep your Adventures going. Christmas Shopping Get a head start on your Christmas shopping this season across the region! It’s easy to find the perfect gift, one-of-a-kind items, and unique boutiques when you go shop local. Shopping local will save you time, money and is a lot of fun! Find all the shopping events on our events calendar, or browse our shopping page …
As we transition to spring, winter is hanging around… With all the recent snowfall, March is still a great month for Winter Adventures – it’s a little warmer so you can make the most of all the outside activities. Winter Activities Keep up with the activities you’ve been enjoying and give winter a warm send off. Spring skiing – get those runs in amidst the sunshine at ski hills and tube parks. Or, take it X-country. Snowshoe or take a …
On any given clear evening, the night sky is sure to impress. But throughout the year, special events occur where the sky really seems to come alive! From the northern lights, to meteor showers and rare comets, here are 5 big celestial events you should keep an eye out for! – Photos by Shane Turgeon Helpful Links: Dark Sky Adventures & Trip Ideas Night Sky Viewing Part 1 Night Sky Viewing Part 3 Aurora Ah, the aurora borealis! The northern …
Last updated January 30, 2024 #SkiNorthAB #ExploreVermilion By Lisa Monforton Looking for a cabin fever cure mid-winter that’s not too far a drive from Edmonton? Head east to the town of Vermilion, about two hours away for a daytrip. Or, you could easily make it a mini-holiday. You’ll find wide open spaces for outdoor activities like fat biking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Then warm up by popping into homey restaurants, cafes, shops – or Vermilion’s first homegrown distillery. Over the …
Last updated January 25, 2024 #SkiNorthAB #NEAB By Lisa Monforton Sometimes you really don’t have to go that far from the big city to feel like you’re a million miles away. Walking amid the silence of the aspen forest on a bluebird winter day at Hideaway Adventure Grounds, as John Ritchie and his dog, Buddy, and our dog, Anouk, chased each other in the snow, felt like just that kind of much-needed escapism. Hideaway is just a 20-minute drive south …