Central Alberta 
Discovery Wildlife: Stay Overnight or Explore This Wildlife Sanctuary in Central Alberta
Discovery Wildlife Park offers a secure haven for orphaned animals, allowing visitors to observe native wildlife and beyond. Discovery Wildlife Park in Innisfail, a family-run establishment, is… Read more »
Explore Alberta’s Native Trees and Plants at Trochu Arboretum and Gardens
What is an arboretum? Well, besides all the natural beauty you can imagine, an arboretum is a special type of botanical garden which is dedicated to the… Read more »
Alberta Air Shows to See CF Snowbirds During Their Final Season
After more than five decades of thrilling audiences, the Canadian Forces Snowbirds are entering a period of transition as their iconic CT 114 Tutor aircraft approaches retirement…. Read more »
Siffleur Falls Hike: Cross a Suspension Bridge to Reach a Gorge and Stunning Falls
If you want to tick off two summer activities on your Alberta bucket list, then take a hike along the Siffleur River crossing a suspension bridge to reach… Read more »
What to Know About Canada Strong Pass: Free and Discounted Access to National Parks, Museums, and More This Summer
If you’re looking to explore more of Canada this summer without stretching your budget, the federal government has introduced the Canada Strong Pass. Returning for the second… Read more »
30+ Alberta Summer Music Festivals to Check Out in 2026
Alberta music festivals span from early June to Labour Day weekend and cover a huge variety of musical genres. What is the most exciting part about summers… Read more »
Victoria Day/May Long Weekend Trip Ideas in Alberta
If you haven’t made plans for your long weekend, there is still time. If you want those plans to involve some travel, you have many options for… Read more »
Frank Slide in Alberta: Visit the Site of Canada’s Deadliest Rockslide
There is no greater monument to Alberta’s coal industry and history than the site of the Frank Slide. The giant boulders which cover the sides of Highway… Read more »
Ideas for a Vibrant Day Trip to the University of Alberta Botanic Garden – 2026 Season
The University of Alberta Botanic Garden opens for the 2026 season just in time for Mother’s Day. With over 39,000 annual flowering plants ready for display, the… Read more »
Royal Canadian International Circus Tours 12 Cities With An All New Lineup This Year
The Royal Canadian Circus is returning this week, bringing a new production that leans into both tradition and spectacle. The Royal Canadian International Circus is poised to… Read more »
From Fort Saskatchewan to Space, Joshua Kutryk Joins ISS SpaceX Crew-13 Mission
Canada is sending another astronaut to the International Space Station, and this time it marks a first. Colonel Joshua Kutryk of the Canadian Space Agency has been… Read more »
Largest Equine Expo in Canada Returns to Red Deer This Weekend
Giddy up for three days of equine-filled fun with clinics, presentations, exhibitors, entertainment, beautiful horses, and more. Horse Expo Canada returns to Red Deer’s Westerner Park from… Read more »
Explore Dillberry Lake Provincial Park: A Peaceful Prairie Escape on the Alberta–Saskatchewan Border
A trip to Dillberry Lake in general could bring you to Alberta or Saskatchewan. The Dillberry Lake Provincial Park, however, is on the Alberta side of the… Read more »
16 Incredible Geodesic Domes to Go Glamping in Alberta
Find geodome camping all around Alberta, including several in central Alberta or around the Edmonton region. If there are any parts of camping that normally make the… Read more »
2026 Spring Carnivals and Summer Fairs in Alberta For a Fun Family Day Out
Let’s get spinning and have a blast at the carnival! Alberta is getting into the carnival spirit with the arrival of various midway companies that will take… Read more »
Alberta Prairie Railway Returns For 2026 Season – Journey Across Central Alberta on a Timeless Rail Adventure
The popular train tours by Alberta Prairie Railway return on Mother’s Day weekend with a full slate of exciting themed and dinner train rides. Alberta Prairie… Read more »
Battle River Train Excursions 2026: Ride East-Central Alberta Rails on Themed Tours
Embark on an enchanting journey through Alberta’s Battle River valley on Battle River Train Excursions. The tours treat passengers to the picturesque views of the Alberta countryside… Read more »
Shooting Stars: Watch the Skies for Lyrid Meteor Shower – Peaks April 21 & 22
It’s that time of the year again! Lighting up the sky in April is the annual Lyrid meteor shower, and you may get to see multiple bright… Read more »
Celebrate Spring Migration at Snow Goose Festival Near Edmonton; Tickets Now on Sale
The Alberta skies are about to be filled with the sights and sounds of thousands of migrating birds. The birds are returning from their winter vacations in… Read more »
Frank Lake: See Hundreds of Swans During Spring Near Calgary
Plan a birding day trip to the south of Calgary during Spring. You may be yet to hear of Frank Lake in Alberta, as it is not… Read more »
Parks Canada Confirms 2026 Alcohol Ban Periods for Banff Campgrounds, Full List Released
Parks Canada has set out this year’s restriction dates for alcohol and cannabis use in Banff National Park, along with a detailed list of affected campgrounds. Per… Read more »
20 Things to Do During Spring in Alberta
As the temperatures warm up during Spring in Alberta, the province begins to open up with more to do, more to see, and more reasons for getting… Read more »
15 Spring Day Trips From Edmonton
While spring vacations may not take us far, there’s still plenty to discover close to home. Even without exotic travel plans, exploring our own backyard can be… Read more »
Canada Falls Sharply in the Latest World Happiness Report; Now Ranked Below the U.S.
Canada has slipped noticeably in this year’s global happiness rankings, landing at 25th place, down from 18th last year, according to the World Happiness Report from the… Read more »