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11 Ghost Towns & Ruins to Visit in Alberta
As spooky season falls upon us, we may be looking for ways to help prepare for Halloween. Within the realm of dark tourism are several ways to… Read more »
13 Haunted Places in Alberta For a Road trip
History and Halloween buffs rejoice and unite; there are reportedly haunted locations all across Alberta you can visit! Some of Alberta’s haunted spots are a classic example… Read more »
CPKC Holiday Train Returns For 2026 Season with MAGIC! and Sam Roberts Band Among Star-Studded Lineup
The brightly illuminated CPKC Holiday Train is hitting the rails again this November, bringing live music to 182 communities across Canada and the United States while collecting… Read more »
CPKC Holiday Train Alberta Schedule 2026 – Medicine Hat – Calgary – Edmonton – Banff
The Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Holiday Train is back for its 28th year! Two trains, each about 1,000 feet long with rail cars covered in hundreds… Read more »
Johnston Canyon Trail in Banff Closed Until December 11: Here’s What Visitors Need to Know
Fall is usually a quieter time to explore Johnston Canyon in Banff National Park, once the summer crowds have thinned out. But if you were hoping to… Read more »
Alberta’s Mountain Park Cemetery: Visit Canada’s Most Elevated Cemetery on a Scenic Road Trip From Edmonton
It is an eerie sight: standing over 6200 feet above sea level and the mountain valleys, among the graves of a cemetery that date back over 100… Read more »
Visit Edmonton’s Pumpkins After Dark This Thanksgiving Weekend for Glowing Pumpkin Trails and Halloween Fun
Borden Park is glowing with thousands of intricately carved pumpkins, colourful Halloween displays and illuminated trails as Pumpkins After Dark continues its 2026 season. The jack-o-lanterns and… Read more »
Nickelback Is Coming to Seven Canadian Cities in 2027: Tour Dates and Ticket Details
Nickelback is heading back on the road in 2027, with seven Canadian arena concerts scheduled between March and April as part of the band’s newly announced Everything… Read more »
Frights and Lights: Edmonton’s Magical Christmas House Turns Spooky for Halloween 2026
A house best known for its elaborate Christmas decorations has taken on a spooky appearance in north Edmonton. Pumpkins, skeletons and Halloween characters have replaced the usual… Read more »
Fall Adventures at Alberta’s Castle Provincial Park
As one of Alberta’s many southern outdoor playgrounds, Castle Provincial Park has something for everyone. The year-round park is situated in an ideal spot on both mountains… Read more »
2026 Guide to Christmas & Holidays in Edmonton
Visiting Edmonton during Christmas/Holidays? Edmonton comes alive with warm festive lights, and joyful sounds during the season. This post lists most holiday activities taking place in and around Edmonton to help you plan your holiday and make you feel right at home for Christmas.
Nine Waterfalls to Explore in Southwest Alberta
Southwestern Alberta is filled with hundreds of natural hidden gems. Some of the natural areas are best enjoyed according to the season, though, like skiing in the… Read more »
Ghost Tours and Walks in Alberta – 2026 Halloween Season
Alberta’s creepiest ghost stories are lurking behind several local neighbourhoods, the province’s oldest buildings, and some unexpected places. Are you brave enough to listen to these tales? If so, you have a few options between different haunted locations!
Scary Haunted Houses to Visit in Alberta This Halloween – 2026
You can scare yourselves silly this Halloween with a number of creative, creepy, and chilling haunted house experiences in Alberta. And no two experiences are the same…. Read more »
Big Valley Jamboree Announces 2027 Headliners; Tickets Now on Sale
One of Alberta’s most popular summer music festivals has announced headliners for its 2027 edition. Big Valley Jamboree in Camrose usually sees around 90,000 music fans, and… Read more »
50 Things to Do This Thanksgiving Weekend in Alberta
Celebrate Thanksgiving in Alberta this year by doing something different. This coming weekend you’ll find an assorted variety of fall fun around all our province’s cities and… Read more »
2026 Thanksgiving in Edmonton – Long Weekend Activities, Events & Festivals
Things to Do in and around Edmonton this Thanksgiving weekend including family fun events, thanksgiving brunch and dinner, sports, performances, festivals and more!
Giant Pumpkin Smash & Drone Show: What to See & Do at the Smoky Lake Pumpkin Fair
A pumpkin weighing hundreds of pounds is strange enough to warrant a closer look. Dropping one from a crane onto a car takes Smoky Lake’s annual pumpkin… Read more »
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 »
25 Ideas For Thanksgiving Weekend Getaway in Alberta
Give thanks for all there is to do during Thanksgiving long weekend in Alberta! There are many different ways to plan a getaway for the coming long… 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 to Honour National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Around Edmonton
September 30th marks the fourth National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a federal Statutory holiday. National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a day to reflect on the impacts of residential schools, honour survivors of residential schools, their families, their communities and all of those who never made it home, and learn more about the perspectives of Indigenous Peoples.
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 »
10 Fantastic Fall Activities Around Hinton
The town of Hinton is located right in the centre of beautiful fall foothill scenery. That, and many other reasons, make the area a perfect fall destination for road trips and day trips.