Central Alberta 
Haunted Hike: This Halloween Haunt Near Edmonton Has 20 Themed Rooms and New Terror for 2026
Twenty rooms filled with Halloween scenes make The Haunted Hike less of a literal hike these days and more of a trip through a giant indoor haunted… Read more »
Calgary-Edmonton High-Speed Rail Moves Forward as Alberta Seeks Private-Sector Proposals
A high-speed train travelling between downtown Calgary and downtown Edmonton in one hour and 45 minutes is moving a step closer to consideration, with Alberta preparing to… Read more »
Things to Do in Alberta This Fall – 2026 Events, Festivals and Fun Activities
Fall in Alberta moves quickly. By late September, the larches are turning gold in the Rockies, pumpkin farms are in full swing, and communities across the province… Read more »
Riley Green to Headline 2026 Grey Cup Halftime Show as Snowbirds Make Final Flight in Calgary
The 113th Grey Cup in Calgary is shaping up to be as much a music and aviation event as a football championship. Country singer-songwriter Riley Green will… Read more »
What to Do in Drumheller This Weekend: A County Fair, Cornhole Tournament and Free Dinosaur Museum Admission
A $15,000 cornhole tournament may not be the first thing that comes to mind when planning a fall trip to the Alberta Badlands. Add pig races, a… Read more »
Alberta to Suspend 13-Cent Fuel Tax Starting October 1
Alberta drivers are set to see some relief at the pump this fall. Starting October 1, the province will suspend its full 13-cent-per-litre fuel tax on gasoline… Read more »
Music Day in Canada Brings 60+ Artists to Stages Across the Country on September 26
More than 60 Canadian artists will take part in Music Day in Canada on Saturday, September 26, with 20-plus events connecting local stages across the country. The… Read more »
15 Fabulous Fall Activities in and Around Red Deer
‘Tis the season for pumpkins, watching the leaves change, and getting cozy. The colder weather is coming to Red Deer but is not quite upon us yet…. Read more »
Larch Valley Hikes 2026: Reserve Bus Tickets Now to See Fall Colours Around Moraine Lake
As autumn unfurls its golden hues, hikers lace up for a spectacular journey through Larch Valley, nestled by the pristine Moraine Lake in Banff National Park. Known… Read more »
Prost! 12 Oktoberfest Celebrations Around Alberta to Toast the Season
It’s time for lederhosen, bier, and bratwurst! Oktoberfest events in Alberta are coming up quickly, with some starting the celebrations as early as September 10. Get your… Read more »
50 Things to Do in Alberta This September
September in Alberta is a magical time: the sky opens up, the harvest season kicks off, and the world bursts into the golden yellows and reds of… Read more »
Fall & Harvest Festivals in Alberta For a Perfect End to Your Summer
Start your fall season off by celebrating everything beautiful about this time of year in Alberta. How? These harvest or fall season festivals in Alberta all have… Read more »
50 Things to Do in Alberta This Labour Day Weekend – 2026
If you’re in Alberta this Labour Day weekend, there is plenty to do to get you out of your regular routine and into leisure. Whether you are rejuvenated by festivals, by the quiet of the landscape, or by learning something new, there’s something on this list for you.
Free Drone Shows & More: Celebrate 2026 Alberta Day on August 30 in Edmonton & Calgary
The fifth annual Alberta Day celebrations will be held with a full day of festivities in both Edmonton and Calgary on August 30, marking the establishment of… Read more »
Luke Combs Adds Edmonton and Vancouver Stops to 2027 Stadium Tour; Presales Begin August 19
If you want to see Luke Combs in Canada in 2027, you’ll have two chances to catch him on his expanded My Kinda Saturday Night Tour. … Read more »
Alberta Open Farm Days Returns Aug 15 &16 With Hands-on Farm Experiences
On August 15 and 16, you can step beyond the city limits and into Alberta’s rural heartland during Open Farm Days. For one weekend, farms, ranches, breweries,… Read more »
Viking Days Brings Battles, Feasts and Norse Traditions to Central Alberta This Weekend
From the clang of swords to the aroma of open-fire cooking, Viking Days promises an authentic glimpse into Norse life, minus the centuries of distance. The Danish… Read more »
2026 Edition of the 10-Day Alberta-Wide Restaurant Festival Returns This Weekend
Get ready to celebrate all things deliciously Albertan! Alberta on the Plate is a 10-day, province-wide restaurant festival. For the 8th edition of the annual food festival,… Read more »
August 12: When & Where to See Partial Solar Eclipse in Canada
Canada will experience a partial solar eclipse on August 12 as the path of totality crosses the Arctic, Greenland, Iceland and the Atlantic Ocean before reaching northern… Read more »
Things to Do in Alberta This August – 2026
Between music festivals, historical celebratory events, and rodeos, August is the perfect month to explore the diverse regions of Alberta.
Heritage Day and August Long Weekend 2026: 25 Ideas For Day Trips and Getaways in Alberta
The August Long Weekend in Alberta is often one of the warmest, so you’re probably planning some sort of vacation. You can easily centre your long weekend… Read more »
July 18: Nando’s Canada Offers Free Chicken Meal in Exchange for Food Donations
Nando’s Canada will mark Mandela Day by offering a free meal to customers who donate non-perishable food items or make a financial contribution to local food banks…. Read more »
Applications Now Open for $100 Alberta Energy Rebate
Albertans can now apply for a one-time $100 payment through the Alberta Energy Rebate. Applications opened July 1 and will remain available until Sept. 30 through the… Read more »
Canada Strong Pass Summer 2026 – Museums and Galleries Offering Free/Discounted Admission
Canada Strong Pass returns for the second year this summer from June 19 to September 7, 2026. The program offers discounted or free access to a range… Read more »