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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 »

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Fall Season Adventures and Activities in Cochrane – Scenic Trails and Mountain Views

This gateway and basecamp for Rocky Mountain adventures has a great deal of fall fun to offer. Stop in Cochrane in Alberta for a getaway to experience… Read more »

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25 of the Best Parks in Alberta to See Fantastic Fall Colours

Alberta’s natural beauty comes alive in the fall. The blue and green lakes are now surrounded by contrasting trees, the mountains are gold with larches, and the… Read more »

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Could You Be Canada’s First Eurovision Artist? Applications Are Now Open

Canada is preparing for a Eurovision first, and if you are a Canadian artist who has dreamed about stepping onto that famously elaborate stage, CBC/Radio-Canada wants to… Read more »

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Canada’s Happiness Rankings Are In: See Which Cities and Provinces Lead

Canadians are feeling a little better about life this year. The 2026 Happiness Index by Leger puts the national score at 70.5 out of 100, up 1.8… Read more »

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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 »

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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 »

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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.

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20+ Ideas For Labour Day Weekend Getaways and Day Trips in Alberta

You needn’t look far for things to do in Alberta for September Long Weekend. In some places, fall festivities are beginning to show up, while others may… Read more »

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Things to Do on Your Visit to Taber, Alberta During Late Summer & Fall

Many of us are aware of the one single great reason to visit Taber, Alberta: for the best corn in Canada. The area produces amazing corn and… Read more »

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Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump: Explore Majestic Cliffs of Alberta’s Heritage and Legacy of the Plains Buffalo People

The Plains Buffalo people have origins in Alberta which date back as far as 11,000 years. This is as far back as the evidence leads. And some… Read more »

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Sulphur Gates: Discover the Enchanting Trails and Stunning Scenery at Alberta’s Hidden Jewel

There are several reasons to visit Grande Cache and the surrounding natural areas, like camping, horseback riding, snowmobiling, and hiking. Whether here for a while or driving… Read more »

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Make the Best of Your Trip to Brooks: Explore Alberta’s Southeastern Attractions

The small southeastern city of Brooks in Alberta is in a unique spot. Brooks has the convenience of Highway 1 running through its centre while also being… Read more »

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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 »

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Starbucks’ Unicorn Frappuccino Available for Two Days This Weekend

Starbucks is bringing back one of its most talked-about drinks, but only for a single weekend. The Unicorn Frappuccino will be available at participating Starbucks coffeehouses worldwide… Read more »

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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 »

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Beauvais Lake: Southwestern Alberta Provincial Park Offers Scenic Views, Lake Activities and Nature Fun

The Crown of the Continent encompasses space in Alberta, B.C., and Montana. It is where the three territories meet with sprawling foothills, crystal clear lakes, and giant… Read more »

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Explore Wyndham Carseland Provincial Park Near Calgary on a Day Trip or Comfort Camping Getaway

When the Bow River exits the city of Calgary, it travels through a unique part of Alberta’s landscape. The Bow River in the southeast part of the… Read more »

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Explore Vulcan: Where Star Trek Meets Prairie History

As with many other Alberta towns, the history of Vulcan dates back to the early 20th century and CPR development. The railway and agriculture helped to build Vulcan, a place that once had nine grain elevators towering over it. It would only be by coincidence that a wildly famous science fiction series’ would share the town’s name. When visiting Vulcan today, all this history is on full display, including the Star Trek connection.

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Devil’s Coulee Dinosaur Museum: Dinosaur Nesting Site in Southern Alberta

The southern Alberta badlands have revealed hundreds of dinosaur bones and fossils. While Drumheller is often the first place to come to mind when you think of… Read more »

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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 »

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Explore: Midland Provincial Park: Badlands, Old Coal Mine and a World Famous Dinosaur Museum

As soon as you enter the badlands in central-east Alberta, you are greeted with many sights and places to stop and enjoy the views. One of the… Read more »

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Figure Eight Lake: Discover the Rustic Charm of This Provincial Recreation Area in Northern Alberta

The Peace Country offers, fittingly enough, many places for peace and quiet. The Peace River shores are lined with protected natural areas from Provincial Parks to Wildland… Read more »

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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 »