Explore Rural Alberta and the East of Edmonton region.
August is here, but don’t let summer slip away just yet! There are tons of exciting adventures waiting for you! August is an Awesome month for Agritourism.
Check out our Go East Guide to Open Farm Days and Local Food Week August 13-17. Check out the Must See Agritourism Attractions like Prairie Gardens, Awesome Alpaca Farms, Tasty Wineries, Farm Fresh Produce, Fun Farm Animals and so much more. There are over 30 Farms and Agritourism attractions and events to discover across the Lakeland and East Central Alberta. Be sure to head out to your local markets, restaurants, and farms during Alberta Open Farm Days!
Fantastic Events and Festivals…
Here are a few featured events this month. Check out many more in the Events Calendar!
Aug 13-17 ROOTED in STRATHCONA Each day a different experience to enjoy.
Aug 15-17 MUNDARE AGRI-DAYS
Street markets, bouncy houses, local food, games and much more.
Aug 15-17 VILNA BOOMTOWN FAIR DAYS, ROUGHSTOCK RODEO & SHOW ‘N SHINE
A parade, jamboree, kid’s movie, bench show, farmers’ market, plus Show & Shine on the 17th!
Aug 15-17 KIKINO SILVER BIRCH RODEO
Enjoy exciting Cultural Celebration Days and Rodeo!
Aug 15 FORT SASKATCHEWAN MOVIE UNDER THE STARS
Aug 16 ATHABASCA RCMP MUSICAL RIDE
Aug 16 MANNVILLE PARADE AND FAIR
Aug 16 SOUTH COOKING LAKE TRAIL DAYS
Aug 16 E.T.’S CRAFT SHOP 6TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Aug 16-17 ALBERTA OPEN FARM DAYS
Aug 16 TWO HILLS AG SOCIETY COUNTRY FAIR AND TWO HILLS LAWN TRACTOR RACES Join and enjoy the thrill! There is fun for all ages!
Aug 16 CAMROSE COUNTY WELCOME BBQ at the Nature Conservation Centre
Join them for an afternoon of great food and fun, at this free community event with bouncy castles, cotton candy, axe throwing, and more! It is the perfect way to soak up the summer and celebrate everything that makes Camrose County a wonderful place to live.
Aug 19 FLAGSTAFF COUNTY – MOVIE IN THE PARK (ALLIANCE)
A Movie, Children’s Activities, BBQ, Drinks, Bouncers, 50/50, Punch a Bunch & More!
Aug 20 Camrose: THE WOODSHED T. BUCKLEY & JOHN WORT HANNAM at Jeanne & Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre
Aug 14-17, Aug 21-24, Aug 28-31 Sept. 4-7 KITSCOTY MAIZEX CORN MAZE
Featuring 3 different corn mazes and a kiddie maze! Plus more fun attractions!
Aug 22-24 TWO HILLS COUNTY- ACOUSTIC ACRES BLUES CRUISE MUSIC FESTIVAL
Aug 23-24 SHERWOOD PARK WHOLLY HANDMADE
Support over 135 artisans and crafters, all under one roof!
Aug 23 BRUCE HOTEL SHOW N’ SHINE
Check out the Bruce Hotel and over 100 classic cars!
Aug 23 SEDGEWICK GATHERING OF THE CLANS
Heavy Events, Artisan Vendors, Dancers, Food Trucks, and more!
Aug 26 DEWBERRY BBQ – Join them to see the draw for the 20 bred heifers or $50,000 cash plus their 50/50.
Aug 28-31 ST. PAUL LAKELAND RODEO ASSOCIATION FINALS
Check out the wild rodeo action for the LRA Finals!
Aug 30-31 REYNOLDS MUSEUM HARVEST FESTIVAL
Watch as we harvest our crop using both steam and gasoline-powered equipment plus more.
Aug 30 FORT SASKATCHEWAN SHEEP LEAVING PARADE/ALBERTA DAY/ FORT HERITAGE PRECINCT 150TH ANNIVERSARY
Aug 30 VEGREVILLE LARGEST EGG ON SPOON RACE – WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT
On August 30th head down to Vegreville for their largest egg and spoon race world record attempt! Held in conjunction with Alberta Day this is a record-breaking event you won’t want to miss! Register today for this Amazing event!
Aug 31- JOSEPHBURG ROADSIDE STAND TOUR
Opening in September…
CHARLOTTE LAKE PUMPKIN FARMS U-PICK PUMPKIN PATCH
For many more events, visit our Events Calendar!
Metis Crossing
This August, Métis Crossing invites you to experience the beauty of culture, nature, and connection.
Whether you’re here to relax by the river, learn Métis traditions, or explore under wide-open prairie skies, Métis Crossing is your destination for unforgettable moments.
Don’t miss the amazing Perseid Meteor Shower!
Book a stay and enjoy it from the Sky Watching Domes!
Summer Cultural Experience Package
This carefully planned itinerary seamlessly blends exciting adventures, cultural immersion, and the unique offerings of Métis Crossing.
Throughout your stay in premium accommodations, you’ll have the chance to savor Indigenous-inspired cuisine, delve into the culture through captivating storytelling and exploring breath-taking views of the North Saskatchewan River, and come face to face with heritage species like white bison, elk, plains and woods bison, and majestic Percheron horses.
Kinosoo Ridge Aerial Adventure Park
Check out the Amazing Aerial Adventure Park at Kinosoo Ridge. Located in the M.D. of Bonnyville near Cold Lake. Learn more here.
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Summer is not over yet!
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Play the One and Only Roadtrip Adventure Game
ONLY 2 MORE WEEKS to get out and play for your chance to win great prizes!
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!
Killam- Budding Ideas Flowers and Gifts – Aug 15-31.
Paradise Valley Museum- Aug 15 to 31.
Vilna- Cyrs Gifts Store Weekdays– Aug 15-31. (Weekends at the Vilna Historic Pool Hall)
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!
