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Winter Activities at Cypress Hills Provincial Park in Alberta

Escape to the south this winter in Alberta. Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park is in the southeast corner of Alberta and offers an interruption to the region’s flat… Read more »

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Jasper in January 2025: Annual Winter Festival Kicks Off This Friday With Poutine Fest and Star Gazing

Jasper in January promises a vibrant winter festival from January 10 to 26, showcasing the lighter, brighter side of the season in Jasper, Alberta. This annual celebration… Read more »

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Winter Adventures: Places Offering Dogsledding Tours in Alberta

You can get to know Alberta’s winter scenery a few ways: atop ski hills, on the cross-country ski trails, or from the back of a snowmobile. But… Read more »

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Fantastic Winter Activities at Canadian Rockies Ski Resorts Even if You Don’t Ski

Ah, the fresh mountain air, the wind rushing past your face as you swish down the hill, the smooth ride of waxed skis on freshly groomed slopes…. Read more »

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Things to Do: What to Know About Kananaskis, Alberta

Kananaskis Country with its pristine views, alpine meadows with bountiful wild flowers and abundant wildlife is a hikers dream destination.

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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.

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Christmas – Winter Holiday Getaways in Alberta

Alberta transforms into a magical, winter wonderland at Christmas, with celebrations for all ages and many indoor and outdoor activities. Check out these 10+ ideas for a Christmas holiday getaway in Alberta and get ready to explore.

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What to See & Do at the 2024 Edition of Spruce Meadows’ Free Christmas Lights Display

Calgary’s world-renowned equestrian facility is set to dazzle visitors with its enchanting annual Christmas display beginning December 6. The 2024 Christmas Lights Display is a complimentary experience for… Read more »

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Thomas Rhett to Headline 2025 Calgary’s Cowboys Music Festival; Register For Tickets

The Cowboys Music Festival promises an unforgettable 11-day celebration, showcasing a stellar line-up of international music sensations.   Running from July 3 to 13, the festival… Read more »

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Survey: Alberta Seeks Public Input on Future of Passenger Rail Development

Alberta’s government is advancing its Passenger Rail Master Plan and is urging the public to participate in shaping the future of rail infrastructure in the province. The… Read more »

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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 »

Block Heater: 2025 Lineup Announced For Calgary Folk Music Festival’s Winter Edition

Block Heater: 2025 Lineup Announced For Calgary Folk Music Festival’s Winter Edition

The Calgary Folk Music Festival’s tenth edition of Block Heater, sponsored by ATB, is set to take place from February 14 to 15, 2025. This weekend-long festival… Read more »

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Zoolights 2024: What is New at the Enchanting Christmas Lights Display at Calgary Zoo

Calgary’s beloved holiday tradition, Zoolights, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is back and brighter than ever in 2024. With over one million dazzling lights, nearly 250 intricate… Read more »

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What to Do at 2024 Edition of Calgary’s Spectacular Spruce Meadows Christmas Market

Start your Christmas shopping at the International Christmas Market at Spruce Meadows. The International Christmas Market at the premier show jumping and equestrian facility is back in full… Read more »

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Calgary to Host 113th Grey Cup in 2026

Calgary has been selected as the host city for the 113th Grey Cup, set to take place at McMahon Stadium, home field of the Stampeders. This event… Read more »

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Shania Twain to Headline 2025 Calgary Stampede; Presale Oct 29

Country music star Shania Twain will perform at the 2025 Calgary Stampede, returning to the event for the first time in over a decade. The five-time GRAMMY… Read more »

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October 10 to 12: Northern Lights Could Be Visible Across Canada Over the Next Two Nights

Depending on your location in Canada, you could be in for a celestial treat of mesmerizing Northern Light displays tonight and possibly over the weekend. Space Weather… Read more »

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Illuminated CPKC Holiday Train Returns For 2024 Season Visiting New Brunswick For the First Time (Schedule)

The Holiday Train will return to the rails this season for its 26th cross-continent tour this November. In November, two decorated trains will make the festive journey,… Read more »

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Oct 3-4: Northern Lights Could Be Visible Across Canada Tonight

Depending on your location in Canada, you could be in for a celestial treat of mesmerizing Northern Light displays tonight. Due to coronal mass ejection, Space Weather… Read more »

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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 »

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2024 Beakerhead: What to Expect at Calgary’s Massive Science Festival This Weekend

The 11th Beakerhead Festival, a confluence of art, science, and engineering, returns to Calgary this weekend. 2024 Beakerhead Highlights: This year’s event features an immersive line-up… Read more »

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Sept 17-18: When to See Tonight’s Partial Lunar Eclipse and Harvest Super Moon in Canada

Look up tonight to see a partial lunar eclipse. Tonight’s eclipse will be visible from all of Canada. The eclipse will last 246 minutes, with the partial eclipse for 64 minutes.

Observers looking at the Moon will be able to see a faint but distinct smudge on the moon’s disk during the duration of the umbral eclipse.

For those in Alberta and Saskatchewan, the moon will rise only after the penumbral eclipse begins, and western B.C. residents will miss out on the beginning of the partial eclipse.

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Sept 16: Northern Lights Could Be Visible Across Canada Tonight

Depending on your location in Canada, you could be in for a celestial treat of mesmerizing Northern Light displays tonight. Space Weather Canada has issued a major… Read more »

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The Boo Revue!: Frightfully Fun Puppet Show Returns to Calgary This Halloween

Calgary is set to welcome the return of “The Boo Revue!,” a family-oriented Halloween puppet show, this October. The show, highlighted by its unique blacklight puppetry, features… Read more »