Experience - Central Alberta

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2023 Filipino Restaurant Month in Canada Returns April 1

The Filipino Restaurant Month in Canada will be making its return in April 2023, celebrating the rich and varied cuisine of the Philippines, reflecting the country’s over… Read more »

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Embrace the Cold With These Indigenous Winter Tours and Activities in Canada

For Indigenous peoples, winter has been a highly anticipated and valued season. Following the gathering of food and the creation of long-lasting clothing and tools in the… Read more »

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Final Shows Ever: KISS Coming to 9 Canadian Cities in November 2023; Presale March 6th

The iconic rock band KISS has just announced the “absolute final shows” of their final tour, THE END OF THE ROAD TOUR and they will be visiting… Read more »

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Mud, Racing, Brews & Music: Extreme Mudfest Returns to Cold Lake For 2023 Edition

If you want to race on monster cars or in a mud-splashing race, head to Cold Lake, Alberta, for the Extreme MudFest. Canada’s Largest Mud and Music… Read more »

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Calgary’s Great Outdoors Comedy Festival Announces 2023 Headliners; Tickets on Sale Feb 3rd

The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival which debuted in Calgary last year is returning to the city for its second edition this summer. Taking place in August at… Read more »

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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 »

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14 Spectacular Natural Skating Areas in Alberta

They say a cold snap is coming to Alberta. And rather than dread the cold weather, let’s embrace it! Grab your skates, because we found the best… Read more »

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Nickelback Plots Get Rollin’ Tour Across 7 Canadian Cities This Summer; Tickets on Sale Jan 27th

The rock band named the “most successful rock band of the decade” by Billboard, will be touring North America this summer. “How You Remind Me” singers announced… Read more »

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10 Romantic Winter Getaway Ideas in Alberta

Planning a romantic winter vacation in Alberta means one of two things. This getaway means either escaping the cold or embracing the chilly temperatures. Making a romantic… Read more »

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Where to Go For Guided Ice Fishing Trips in Alberta

Ice fishing is one of the best ways to relax over winter in Alberta. The outdoor activity brings you to some of the most beautiful parts of… Read more »

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Ice Dragon Boat Festival to Debut at Sylvan Lake This February

Dragon boat racing on the frozen lake is debuting next month at Sylvan Lake. While ice dragon boat races have been taking place in the country for… Read more »

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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 »

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Night Glow Tubing: Slide Down Colourful Slopes of Red Deer’s Canyon Ski Resort This Winter

Go glow tubing this winter break in Red Deer! Red Deer’s Canyon Ski Resort which opened Alberta’s first Canyon Coaster on its slopes last summer, has made… Read more »

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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 »

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Road Trip to Jasper: Detour Through Alberta’s Historic Coal Towns

If you’re heading west on a road trip to Jasper, or live in central Alberta, and would love a unique day trip, all you need to do is head south of Highway 16. When heading west from Edmonton, you can hook a left/south turn on Highway 47, a short way after Edson. The road, which eventually turns into Highway 40, and which meets with the TransCanada again at Hinton, is a detour through Alberta’s Historic Coal Branch.

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Cheetle: Alberta Gets a New 17ft Tall Roadside Attraction Commemorating Cheetos

You can find quirky roadside attractions across Canada and Alberta has a fair share of artworks that compete for the moniker, “World’s Biggest”. Now, PepsiCo Foods Canada… Read more »

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4 Reasons to Visit Saskatoon Island Provincial Park

Fall is a beautiful time to visit Saskatoon Island Provincial Park and Saskatoon Mountain Provincial Recreational Area for a number of reasons. The parks are located within… Read more »

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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 »

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1st Alberta Day Celebrations to Feature Fireworks, Free Brett Kissel Concerts in Edmonton & Calgary

Last month, the Alberta government declared September 1st as Alberta Day – a day to commemorate Alberta’s entry to the Confederation on Sept. 1, 1905 and to… Read more »

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9 Ideas For Alberta Day Trips & Getaways For This Weekend – Aug 26 to 28

Planning a trip late in the summer in Alberta has never been so easy! We’ve found you festivals, cabins, campsites, and parks to check out this weekend,… Read more »

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12 Boardwalk Trails in Alberta For a Nature Stroll

In addition to being more accessible, the boardwalk trails around Alberta give us unique opportunities for enjoying nature without disrupting plants, animals, or their natural habitats. Many… Read more »

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25 of the Best Alberta Provincial Parks For Birdwatching

One of Alberta’s most underrated fall activities includes one of the province’s most populace groups: the birds! Birding, or bird watching, in Alberta, is an especially fun… Read more »

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25 Ideas For Romantic Getaways During Fall in Alberta

Fall is fast-approaching in Alberta! And rather than fear the cold air, we embrace the colourful scenery and cozy sweaters, or the romance you might find in… Read more »

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8 Ideas For Alberta Day Trips & Getaways For This Weekend – Aug 19 to 21

Pack a bag, as there are several reasons to plan a trip in Alberta this weekend! Summer music festivals and Alberta’s rodeos continue to entertain into August,… Read more »