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Things to Do in Alberta This August – 2025
Between music festivals, historical celebratory events, and rodeos, August is the perfect month to explore the diverse regions of Alberta.
Guide: How to Get to Moraine Lake – Shuttles, Public Transit and Tours
Moraine Lake, one of Canada’s most popular tourist attractions, will not be accessible by private vehicle this year. Even with the public vehicle ban on Moraine Lake… Read more »
Groundhog Day 2025: Alberta’s Balzac Billy Predicts Early Spring
Alberta’s “groundhog,” Balzac Billy predicted early spring this morning. Legend has it that, on February 2nd, if the groundhog emerges from its burrow, and sees its shadow,… Read more »
Music Festivals in Alberta
From mud festivals to cowboy gatherings, here is a list of music festivals to rock out to during the year of 2022.
Country Thunder Announce Headliners For 2025 Calgary Summer Music Festival
Country Thunder organizers have announced the headliners for the 2025 edition of the festival in Calgary. The festival, scheduled for August 15 to 17, will be headlined… Read more »
Things to Do in Alberta This Fall – Events, Festivals and Fun Activities
The leaves are changing colours, the weather is turning crisp, and the harvest is in. Alberta is beautiful in the fall, whether you’re indoors or out. Enjoy… Read more »
2024 Canada Day: Free Admission to National Parks & Parks Canada Historic Sites
Admission to National Parks and National Historic Sites will be free once again this Canada Day. Canadians and visitors can access 171 national historic sites, 47 national… Read more »
Groundhog Day 2024: Alberta’s Balzac Billy Predicts Six More Weeks of Winter
Alberta’s “groundhog,” Balzac Billy, predicted six more weeks of winter this morning. Legend has it that, on February 2nd, if the groundhog emerges from its burrow and… Read more »
Here is What to Expect When Banff Santa Claus Parade Returns on Nov 18th
The Banff Santa Claus Celebration of Lights is set to bring the holiday spirit to downtown Banff with a festive day of activities and entertainment. This beloved… Read more »
Reminder: Book Lake O’Hara and Lake Moraine/Louise Shuttles, Apr 12-13
Reservations for Parks Canada’s Lake O’Hara day-use bus and shuttles to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake lakeshores open on April 12th and 13th, respectively. Lake O’Hara Bus… Read more »
Cheer Banff’s Culinary and Cocktail Scene at Made with Love Festival
Raise a glass to Banff’s best cocktails and cuisine at the Made with Love Festival. Starting today until April 23rd, the Banff Food and Cocktail Festival brings… Read more »
Reservations For Parks Canada Campgrounds For Summer 2023 Season Opens Today
Are you going camping in Canada’s National Parks this summer? Reservations for summer camping in Parks Canada sites open today at 11:00 a.m. ET. Parks Canada follows… Read more »
25 of the Best Things to Do in Alberta This February
February might be the coldest month of winter in Alberta. But it is also the liveliest winter month in Alberta. There will be winter festivals and celebrations… Read more »
Driving to Alberta’s Iconic Moraine Lake Prohibited; Lake Road Closed to Private Vehicles in 2023
You will not be able to drive to Moraine Lake as Parks Canada will prohibit private vehicles from accessing Moraine Lake Road in the summer of 2023…. Read more »
Veterans and Military Members Can Ski For Free at Banff’s Ski Resorts This Remembrance Day Weekend
Banff’s ski resorts are offering free skiing and snowboarding admission to military members and veterans this Remembrance Day. Free skiing will be offered at all three resorts… Read more »
Free Admission to Popular Canadian Rockies Adventure Attractions on Truth & Reconciliation Day
Pursuit is offering free admission to its attractions for Indigenous community members on September 30th. Friday, September 30th marks the second National Day for Truth and Reconciliation,… Read more »
2022 Edition of 10 Day Alberta Wide Restaurant Festival Returns This Weekend
Get ready to celebrate all things deliciously Albertan! Alberta on the Plate is a 10-day, province-wide restaurant festival. For the 4th edition of the annual food festival,… Read more »
25 Alberta Summer Music Festivals to Look Forward to in 2022
Many of Alberta’s music and arts festivals are excited to be returning for the summer of 2022. Some festivals had a long hiatus and are preparing to… Read more »
Shooting Stars: Watch the Skies for Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower
The Eta Aquariids are expected to peak during May 3-6, with maximum showers before dawn on May 5. The radiant rises around 1:40 a.m. local time and may not be very high in the sky for mid-northern latitudes.
Calgary’s Chasing Summer Festival Announces 2022 Lineup, Tickets on Sale April 22nd, Presale April 20th
The premiere outdoor dance music festival in Western Canada returns to Calgary for its 2022 season with…a new chase, a new experience…bigger and better than ever. The… Read more »
Going Camping in National Parks? Reservation Opening Dates For Parks Canada Campgrounds – 2022
Are you going camping in Canada’s National Parks this summer (2022)? Reservations are now open (have been open for some time) for some of the most popular… Read more »
12 Ways to Experience the Best of Banff Snow Days Festival
Winter in Banff is a cause for celebration! The Rocky Mountains come alive during the coldest and snowiest Alberta months, with a nearly overwhelming number of things… Read more »
You Can Book Alberta Parks Campsites 90 Days in Advance Starting Jan 11, 2022
Alberta Parks is changing the way you book campsites in the new year. Instead of opening bookings for campsites on a single day, Alberta Parks will open… Read more »
Nightrise: An Immersive and Multi-Sensory Experience to Light up Banff Gondola This Winter
Banff Gondola will be the newest venue for an immersive experience of light, sound and wonder created by Moment Factory with the participation of the Stoney Nakoda Nation.