Events & Activities - Central Alberta

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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World Cup of Hockey 2028 Headed to Alberta with Finals at Rogers Place

Alberta has landed a major international hockey event, and the province beat out several North American cities to do it. Officials confirmed that the World Cup of… Read more »

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2026 National Student Art Challenge Now Open For Grades 7–12 Students

A national art competition is once again opening its doors to young creators. The Art Canada Institute (ACI) has launched the sixth annual Canadian Art Inspiration Student… Read more »

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Things to Do to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Canada: Getaways & Activities

From romantic getaways to Valentine’s day events and activities, here is a list of ideas to celebrate Valentine’s day across Canada.

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Free Admission to Alberta’s Provincial Historic Sites and Museums on Family Day

Enjoy free admission at select Alberta museums and historic sites on Monday, February 16, 2026. The Family Day weekend also marks the first of two annual Family… Read more »

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Team Canada Skates to First Short Track Medal and First Silver at Milano Cortina 2026

Canada opened its short track speed skating campaign at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games with a silver medal in the mixed relay, marking the country’s… Read more »

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2026 Family Day Long Weekend in Alberta: Events, Festivals & Activities

From signature festivals to racing on ice, vibrant celebrations of francophone culture and free admission to Alberta Museums on family day, there are plenty of fun activities to enjoy this family day weekend across Alberta.

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Groundhog Day 2026: Alberta’s Balzac Billy Predicts More Winter

Alberta’s “groundhog,” Balzac Billy, predicted a long winter or in groundhog terms, “six more weeks of winter,” this morning. Legend has it that, on February 2nd, if… Read more »

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Alberta’s Best Employers For 2026

As Alberta continues to add people and jobs at a pace unmatched elsewhere in the country, many of the province’s leading employers are responding by investing more… Read more »

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Canada’s Population Could Hit 57 Million, With Alberta Surpassing B.C.

A new set of population projections from Statistics Canada suggests Canada’s demographic map could look noticeably different in the decades ahead, with Alberta poised to pass British… Read more »

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Alberta Again Leads Provinces in CFIB’s 2026 Red Tape Rankings

Alberta is once again leading the country when it comes to cutting red tape. The province earned the top overall grade in the Canadian Federation of Independent… Read more »

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National Popcorn Days 2026 at Cineplex Theatres: You Can Get Free Popcorn This Weekend – Jan 16 to 19

Cineplex is bringing back National Popcorn Days with an expanded offer that runs for four days in January, giving Scene+ members a chance to receive free popcorn… Read more »

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When to Book Parks Canada Campgrounds for Summer 2026

Are you going camping in Canada’s National Parks this summer? Mark these dates on your calendar and reserve the Parks Canada campgrounds you want to stay in… Read more »

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Best Winter Festivals in Alberta – 2026

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

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List of 2026 Statutory Holidays in Alberta

Alberta has nine statutory holidays. Statutory holidays are days when employees are entitled to general holiday pay if they have worked for the same employer for at… Read more »

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Polar Bear Dips in Alberta – 2026

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

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Sleigh Checks Complete: Santa Cleared for Flight Across Canada

Santa Claus has officially received the green light to travel across Canadian airspace, following a review that briefly appeared on national radar systems as a mystery. In… Read more »

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Free/Discounted Admission to Provincial Museums and Galleries (List) During the Christmas Holidays

The federal government is bringing back a program aimed at helping you stretch your holiday budget while still getting out to enjoy the country. Canada Strong Pass,… Read more »

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Alberta Designates First All-Season Resort Areas to Support Year-Round Recreation and Development

Alberta has introduced a new framework intended to expand recreational access and encourage year-round use of three prominent mountain destinations that have long operated under seasonal constraints…. Read more »

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Canada Strong Pass During Holidays: Free and Discounted Access to National Parks, Museums, and More Returns on December 12

The program that offers free entry and reduced-rate travel across a wide range of national sites returns for the holiday season. Between December 12, 2025, and January… Read more »

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When and Where to See Geminids Meteor Shower – 2025

The Geminids are expected to peak on the night of December 13/14, 2023.