Winter Activities in Alberta - Calgary

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5 Reasons to Visit Vermilion Provincial Park This Winter

Located in Vermilion and the Vermilion River Valley, Central Alberta’s Vermilion Provincial Park is a hidden gem, particularly for winter activities. Boasting 23km of trails, many of… Read more »

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Alberta’s Pigeon Lake Has an 8 km Long Picturesque Skateway For Hours of Winter Fun

The Pigeon Lake area, including the village, the ice, and the Provincial Park, offer visitors a ton in terms of winter recreation. Now, in the winter of… Read more »

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17 Bucket List Winter Adventures in Alberta

New winter adventures are around every corner in Alberta. From north to south and east to west are unique, memorable, or exhilarating winter experiences. Some include activities… Read more »

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15 Alberta Lakes to Visit For Winter Adventures

Alberta’s lakes aren’t only meant for summer visits. When the cold hits and waters freeze around the province, a whole new category of recreation opens in Alberta…. Read more »

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14 Ideas For a Valentine’s Weekend Getaway in Alberta

Make a Valentine’s weekend getaway in Alberta about the romance, about time with friends, or about family. This year, Valentine’s Day falls between the weekend of the… Read more »

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10 of the Best Winter Activities and Adventures Around Crowsnest Pass in Alberta

Visitors to the Crowsnest Pass region of southern Alberta have options for year-round adventure. The landscape of foothills and mountains means room for sports like hiking, mountain… Read more »

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5 Ways to Spend a Winter Weekend in Sundre

Sundre is located at the edge of the prairies and foothills in central Alberta, with the Rockies about an hour’s drive from town. Winter, when the area… Read more »

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10 Fun Things to Do During Extreme Cold Weather in Calgary

Staying at home during the extreme cold weather in Calgary is usually a go-to plan for many people. But if you get a little bored of the… Read more »

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Outdoor Date Ideas During Winter in Calgary

The winter season may be cooler and darker than other times of the year, but with the right mindset, there are plenty of couple-friendly activities to enjoy. With a little creativity and open-mindedness, you and your partner can get outside and truly enjoy the beautiful winter season ahead in Calgary.

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Dash Across the Continental Divide Near Lake Louise With Kingmik Dog Sled Tours

Dash across the continental divide on a dog sled – the only dog sledding tour operating at Lake Louise and Banff National Park.

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Snow Cat Adventures at Fortress Mountain Resort Near Calgary

Nestled in the Canadian Rockies, Fortress Mountain Resort, an hour from Calgary, boasts a magical terrain with around 750cm annual snowfall. The gorgeous scenery in this part… Read more »

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20 of the Best Alberta Provincial Parks For Winter Camping

Winter camping makes for a big adventure. And in a place like Alberta, it is certainly worth bearing the cold or the snow.   Many of the… Read more »

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Places to Go For Ice Walk Tours in Alberta’s Rockies

First, what IS an Icewalk (or ‘ice walk’)? Alberta’s Rocky Mountains are home to beautiful winter landscapes, and most can only be safely accessed with an experienced… Read more »

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10 Alberta Small Towns to Revisit This Winter

What do we mean by revisiting, exactly? We want you to get out to Alberta’s towns which you know of and truly get to know them. You… Read more »

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25 Things to Do During 2024 Winter Season in Calgary

What to do this winter in Calgary? Your options are many. There is ample opportunity to get outside and enjoy the fresh winter air not only in… Read more »

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Best of 2024 Winter Festivals in Alberta

A list of must-do Alberta festivals celebrating all things Winter.

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10 Provincial Parks For a Winter Day Trip Near Calgary

Snow is no reason to hide out at home. Not when you live somewhere surrounded by as much beautiful winter scenery as Calgary, anyway! All it takes… Read more »

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Polar Bear Dips in Alberta

Plunge into cold Alberta waters and support a worthy cause by participating in a Polar Bear Plunge.
A list of seven places to enjoy a chilling experience in Alberta.

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15 Places to Go On a Winter Walk in Calgary

Calgary is home to some of the largest urban parks in all of Canada. Even the winter weather can’t stop Calgarians from enjoying the beautiful nature of their city. Here are some of the best places to enjoy a walk in the snow.

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Things to Do This Winter in Calgary

Get outdoors, and enjoy winter in all its glory this season. A list of winter activities, events and attractions to do in Calgary this winter season. Banff… Read more »

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Family Fun Things to Do During 2023/24 Christmas – Winter Break in and Around Calgary

From fabulous theatre events to immersive experiences and enchanting lights, here is a short list of ideas for things to do during this Christmas break in Calgary.

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12 Frozen Waterfalls to Visit in and Around Calgary During Winter

Spend a sunny winter day outdoors and use the opportunity to see some of the most stunning frozen waterfalls in and around Calgary (within 2 hours) and remember to bundle up and wear reliable hiking shoes when you go.

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Winter Adventures in Alberta Parks For An Exciting Day Out

Winter adventures are easy to come by in Alberta’s parks. And no matter what the word adventure means to you, there are activities for all sorts of… Read more »

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25+ Date Ideas During Christmas & Holidays in Calgary

The Christmas and holiday seasons give us extra things to do and celebrate. In Calgary this year, you can turn a number of these festive or wintery activities into the perfect romantic afternoon or night out. For festive date ideas of all kinds in Calgary and the foothills, you’ll find ways to get you moving, ways to wine and dine, and ways to ring in the 2021/22 holiday season.