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50 Fairs, Festivals, and Rodeos to Attend This Summer in Alberta – 2022

Not only are there several summer festivals slated for 2022 in Alberta, but there are a ton of different festival styles. If you’re in search of thrill… Read more »

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8 Getaways and Day Trip Ideas For This Weekend in Alberta – May 27 to 29

From rodeos to balloon festivals and camping, here are some ideas for a getaway this weekend in Alberta. St. Albert Rainmaker Rodeo & Festival After a few… Read more »

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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 »

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20+ Fun Things to Do in and Around Leduc This Summer

The areas south of Edmonton are not just farmland and prairies. In the summer months, Leduc, Leduc County and its lakes, the bordering North Saskatchewan River, and… Read more »

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7 May Long Weekend Getaways Ideas in Alberta

It is the first unofficial long weekend of Summer. If you are planning a day trip or a short weekend away, here are 7 ideas for this… Read more »

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25 Alberta Adventures to Take With Your Teen This Summer

Entertaining older kids over summer break can be a challenge. Luckily, Alberta, its beautiful landscapes, and the local guides who operate here can help you tackle a… Read more »

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11 Pioneer Villages in Alberta For a Fun Filled Educational Day Trip

There is something special about exploring life-sized museum exhibits. Alberta’s pioneer villages and pioneer museums allow us to venture into the past by touring preserved buildings, shopping… Read more »

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8 Ideas For a Getaway This Weekend in Alberta – May 13 to 15

Here are 8 suggestions for a getaway this weekend:

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15 Weekend Getaways to Celebrate Mother’s Day in Alberta

It might be time for a big gesture on Mother’s Day. Here are a few different ways you can treat her to a special weekend with 15 … Read more »

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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.

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12 Rescued Animal, Wildlife & Nature Sanctuaries to Visit in Alberta

Explore the best of Alberta wildlife and nature this spring or summer! From north to south, there are several ways to enjoy Alberta’s protected outdoor world through… Read more »

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7 Getaways for This Weekend in Alberta: April 29 to May 1

With the weather warming up, there are more and more things to do in Alberta! Check out these ideas for a weekend getaway April 29-May 1st. You… Read more »

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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 »

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7 Weekend Getaways and Road Trips For This Weekend in Alberta

Looking for a bit of escape this weekend? From briding to comfort camping under the stars, here are seven trip ideas in Alberta for April 22-24th, 2022…. Read more »

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5 Ideas for An Easter Weekend Getaway in Alberta

Choose between these five Alberta getaways for your Easter weekend. If you’re looking for last-minute travel ideas for the long weekend, we have some inspiration for you!… Read more »

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The Great Outdoors Comedy Fest Returns to Edmonton, Announces New Festival in Calgary For 2022

The people behind Edmonton’s Together Again Concert Series have announced that the popular comedy festival that debuted in Edmonton last year will be expanding to Calgary this… Read more »

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Mud, Racing, Brews & Music: Extreme MudFest Moving to Cold Lake This Year

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

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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 »

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15 Short Term Rentals For a Romantic Winter Getaway in Alberta

An Alberta winter getaway can bring you to some of this province’s most beautiful snowy scenes- perfect for a romantic escape! You and a loved one can… Read more »

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9 Reasons Why You Should Plan a Winter Getaway to Sylvan Lake

Sylvan Lake is usually thought of as a summer destination. But this lake town doesn’t slow down at all in winter. With everything the town has planned… Read more »

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Ice Dice 2022: You Can Now Register For Frozen Lake Car Driving Competition Near Calgary

Alberta’s bone freezing winters provide plenty of opportunities for those wanting to drive on frozen lakes. If you are interested in racing across a frozen lake this… Read more »

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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 »

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14 Fun Things to Do During Summer in Cold Lake

Cold Lake’s west shores create several things to do for Albertans in summer (and for those in Saskatchewan as the lake straddles the Provincial border). And the… Read more »

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25 Alberta Resorts For a Summer Weekend Getaway

Whether you’re travelling north, south, east, or west to the Rockies, you will be able to find a number of hidden gems and all with their own… Read more »