Summer is in full swing. Be sure to make the most of the beautiful weather and plan your Awesome August Adventures and Roadtrips!
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:
Big Valley Jamboree – Western Canada’s premier country music festival, hosting country music’s top recording artists over the long weekend of August. The event kicks off with a parade in downtown Camrose and features live rodeo, mid-way fun, a trade show, on-site camping, and top-tier live music. July 31 – Aug 3
Mallaig Haying in the 30’s – Enjoy this incredible fundraising event complete with pioneer demonstrations, kid’s games, village tours, face painting and more! Aug 2-3
Smoky Lake Stampede – Expect a full weekend of rodeo events, good food, Enjoy, a petting zoo, face painting, mazes and much more! Aug 2–3
Lac La Biche Country Fair, Rodeo & Alberta Wife Carrying Championship – Join for the annual fair, packed with fun activities for everyone! Enjoy the Horticultural Bench Show, exciting children’s activities, a huge farmers’ market, live music on the stage, and concession on-site. Don’t miss the wildly entertaining wife-carrying championship on Saturday, held at the Lac La Biche Ag Grounds! Aug 1-2
Prairie Berry Festival at Prairie Gardens Adventure Farm – Fairy Berry Festival fun includes kids fairy and pirate crafts, trackless train rides, mazes, baby goats, plus Fizzlewits’ Fairy Finding tours. Enjoy good ole’ fashioned farm fun and live folk music and much more! Must purchase tickets in advance: https://prairiegardens.org/shop/experiences/tickets/fairy-berry-festival/ Aug 2-4
Vegreville Country Fair Get ready for thrilling midway rides, exciting games, and delicious food trucks. Watch the APCCA Chuckwagon and Chariot races, enjoy the Kids Fun Zone, and be entertained by Grandstand and Bandshell performances. Don’t miss the impressive horse show, festive parade, and stunning fireworks, plus so much more! Entertainment is included with your gate admission. See more details
Aug 6 – 10
Tofield Western Days Get ready for an exhilarating weekend at Tofield Western Days at the Tofield Sportsgrounds and Main Street! This action-packed event features thrilling bull riding, Sodbuster Rodeo, mouth-watering food trucks, exciting street fairs, and live music.
Aug 7 – 10
Maizex Corn Maze – Maizex Corn Maze, near Kitscoty, is the perfect destination for outdoor fun! With three exciting corn mazes, including a kiddie maze, plus activities like duck races, giant bubbles, and marshmallow roasting, there’s something for everyone. Meet friendly animals, enjoy tasty treats, and make unforgettable memories. Opening Aug 7.
Ride to Reynolds – See an amazing one day display of Motorcycles at the Reynolds Alberta Museum. Aug 9
Ranfurly Fair – Enjoy a Parade, bench show, children’s games, horse show and much more! Aug 10
Lougheed Fair – With over 100 years of memories, this event is sure to entertain with sports, horse and cattle shows, and other fun activities! Aug 9
Clandonald Country Fair – It’ll be a full day with events like face painting, the watermelon Contest, pancake breakfast, demo from the fire department, and more! Aug 9
Camrose RCMP Musical Ride – THE WORLD-FAMOUS RCMP MUSICAL RIDE. It’s the show that will fill you with pride! A troop of police officers and their horses perform intricate formations and drills set to music. Don’t miss this uniquely Canadian experience. Aug 13
AV & The Inner City at the Camrose Jeanne & Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre – Redefining Canada’s Soul and Roots scene with their powerful storytelling and breathtaking harmonies. Led by the dynamic Ann Vriend (AV), this six-piece, all-female vocal powerhouse delivers music that is both deeply personal and universally uplifting. Aug 13
Vilna Boomtown Days – Fun at Boomtown starts with amenities like pancake breakfast, BBQ, lunch, beer gardens, kids’ activities, bench show, and more. Don’t miss the Boomtown Days Dance! Aug 15 – 16 (new this year is the Roughstock Rodeo on Aug 15). Plus return on Sunday for the Show n Shine Aug 17.
Kikino Silver Birch Rodeo – Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of rodeo action, live music, and family fun at the Silver Birch Resort & Campground on Whitefish Lake, just 30 minutes south of Lac La Biche and 6 km east of Hwy 36. Aug 15-17
Alberta Open Farm Days – Come meet your rural neighbours. Visit local farms and farmers markets to learn where your food comes from and enjoy unique culinary experiences. Aug 16 – 17
Strathcona County Experience Alberta Open Farm Days –. Pick up a passport at your first stop and collect stamps at each stop to enter for great prizes visit Chicks n Chaps / Experience Alberta as part of Alberta Open Farm Days. Discover the Aquatic Biosphere Project, enjoy pie-making demos, meet farm animals, and shop farm-fresh goods. Don’t forget your picnic and camera to make the most of your day! Aug 17
Flagstaff County Movie in the Park – Enjoy an evening of fun and a movie under the stars in the Village of Alliance. Featuring the movie Moana 2. Aug 19
Sedgewick Gathering of the Clans Highland Festival – Take in the Heavy Events, Artisan Vendors, Dancers, Food Trucks, and more! Aug 23
Wholly Handmade
Featuring 100% handmade artisans and crafters, including home décor, jewelry, bath and body products, clothing and accessories, baby and children’s items, artwork, gourmet food, and much more! Support local artisans and find unique pieces that you won’t find anywhere else. Aug 23-24
St. Paul LRA Finals – With Pony Races, markets, a chili cookoff, Mutton Bustin’, and other fun performances and activities, Rodeo Week 2025 is going to be quite the spectacle! Aug 28 – Aug 31
For many more events, visit our Events Calendar!
Roadtrip Rewards just for you!
As a subscriber you can enter for this exclusive draw to win one of 2 Adventures…
- Cold Lake- Wicked Watersports – 2 x 1 hour Rental of non-motorized equipment.
Learn more at https://goeastofedmonton.com/places/city-of-cold-lake/wicked-watersport-rentals/
- Mannville Riverview Golf and RV Resort – 2 x 9 holes of Golf
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Deadline to enter is Tuesday, August 5th. Winners will be selected from a random draw.
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Métis Crossing
Explore Métis Crossing, Admission is Free!
Discover the heart of Métis culture with free general admission to our Cultural Gathering Centre, historic river lot, farmyard, and more.
Whether you’re visiting for the day or planning an overnight stay, there’s so much to experience on the land we proudly call home. Dive into our stories, traditions, and deep connection to place—then unwind in one of our unique lodging options. Find out more.
Sunday Brunch
Make your Sundays extra special with a hearty brunch overlooking the river!
Enjoy a rotating menu of locally inspired dishes and Métis flavours—perfect for families, friends, and weekend explorers. Served every Sunday from 10 AM–2 PM.
https://metiscrossing.com/stay-here/indigenous-inspired-cuisine/
August 16 – A Night of Rhythm and Connection: Kikino Métis Dancers + Lodge Stay
This August, experience a soulful celebration of Métis culture at the heart of Alberta’s first major Métis cultural destination. Stay at The Lodge at Métis Crossing and enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with music, movement, and connection.
On August 16, guests will be treated to a live performance by the renowned Kikino Métis Dancers —a joyful and powerful expression of Métis identity through traditional dance and music. This one-night-only event weaves together storytelling, heritage, and celebration, all within the warm embrace of our riverside lodge.
Summer Cultural Experiences Package
This carefully planned itinerary seamlessly blends thrilling summer adventures, cultural immersion, and the unique offerings of Métis Crossing. Guests can embark on scenic walks, enjoy our wildlife tour, and learn about the profound connection between people and the land. Enjoy a hearty breakfast inspired by Métis culinary traditions before setting off on a day of discovery filled with hands-on activities and breathtaking natural views. Book here
Obsidian Ridge
Looking for the perfect staycation? A getaway to relax and recharge? Come find your own private oasis nestled in the forested countryside at Obsidian Ridge. Located in Beaver County only 30 minutes east of Sherwood Park.
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Check out 8 Must-Do Adventures
- Visit our Top 25 must-see Attractions.
- Immerse yourself in nature, go Camping or Glamping!
- Get up close to larger than life Roadside Attractions!
- Cool off in the water at 20+ Spray Parks.
- Have a beach day!
- Take a hike on the many Terrific Trails
- Hit the links and spend the day at top Golf Courses
- Go Sippin and try a new brew and responsibly enjoy a nice, cold drink this summer.
Explore 10 Delightful Destinations
Whether you like to relax beachside, get in the water, stroll downtown, ATV or bike ride, you’ll have a blast in these welcoming communities within the region for an Unforgettable August.
- M.D. of Bonnyville – Relax with the Top 10 Things To Do in the M.D. of Bonnyville
- Camrose – There’s arts, recreation, festivals and more Top 10 Things to do in Camrose.
- Lac La Biche – Top 25 Things to do in Lac La Biche
- Strathcona County – Find your Adventure in the city AND the county!
- Vegreville – Enjoy the rich cultural history and other Top 10 Things to do in Vegreville
- Vermilion – Biking in Vermilion cranks up the fun!
- Wainwright / Hardisty– Outdoor Summer Fun in East Central Alberta
- Lamont County – Enjoy beautiful landscapes, rich cultural heritage and unique attractions and more Top Things to do in Lamont County.
- Go North of Edmonton for the Farms Art Scenic Drive
- Go South of Edmonton – Love Local in Leduc County
Extend your Roadtrip Adventures with Canalta Hotels
Looking for a place to stay on your Go East of Edmonton Roadtrip Adventures?
Canalta Hotels has you covered! With locations in Camrose, Lac La Biche, St. Paul, Wainwright and more, they offer enjoyable amenities like pools and waterslides, complimentary hot breakfasts, and even a games room at Canalta St. Paul! Canalta Hotels provide comfortable accommodations that will energize you during your roadtrip adventures so you can keep the fun times going! Learn more here!
Don’t forget to enter your BEST SUMMER ROADTRIP PHOTOS in our
2025 Photo Contest
Roadtrip Adventure Game Alert! Only one Month to play the Game!
Go, Play now as you could still be a winner!
Collect as few as 7 stickers and enter to win!
Special Bonus sticker locations are open for a short time in August:
- More Bonus Prizes if you get the Bonus Sticker!
Craigs Cornerstone Vermilion- till July 31.
Tofield – Uncle Rogers Restaurant- Aug 1 to 14.
Killam- Budding Ideas Flowers and Gifts – Aug 15-31.
Paradise Valley Museum- Aug 15 to 31.
Vilna- Cyrs Gifts Store – Aug 15-31.
Note Important Changes to Sticker Station Hours for Stat Holiday Monday August 4th. Due to the Stat Holiday Many sticker stations will be closed or have different hours for that one day. Please go to www.goroadtripgame.ca to see the updates for this weekend.
A road trip is always a classic way to enjoy summer. Plus, when you play our game, you’re entered to win $10,000 worth of prizes! It’s free to play, so collect stickers, post your entry to social media and enter to win. The Game ends August 31 – Go Now!
Use our Roadtrip Guides Go Northeast, Go East, Go Southeast
Have fun visiting the region and collecting stickers to win prizes as you adventure.
It’s so easy to win…enter your gameboards or post your trips on social media! Win awesome prizes like:
- Fuel, Food, Dining, Beverages, Shopping, Gifts, Golf, Camping, Accommodations, Attractions Passes, Cash
…and much more!
Can’t quite decide which adventure to choose? Plan a Trip with the Travel Guide. With over 50 communities to explore and hundreds of events to take in you’re guaranteed to make magical memories this summer!
