Prost, Edmonton! If you’re already looking forward to crisp fall nights, oompah bands, giant pretzels, and raising a stein with friends, you’re not alone. Oktoberfest is one of the most popular seasonal events in the city. While official Oktoberfest Edmonton 2026 dates haven’t been released …
If your Canmore Pinterest board is starting to look like everyone else’s — the same turquoise Grassi Lakes shots, the same crowded Main Street strolls — you’re not alone. Plenty of visitors drive right past some of the Bow Valley’s best-kept secrets. These are the …
If you’re spending time in Canmore this summer, you’ve probably seen photos of Quarry Lake pop up — that striking body of water with dramatic mountain reflections and a small sandy beach. What most people don’t realize is that this popular spot was once an …
With Canada Day just days away on Wednesday, July 1, many of us in Calgary, Edmonton, and across the province are already thinking about how to make the most of the remaining long weekends in 2026. Whether you’re planning family time, a quick trip to …
Here’s the practical 2026 guide to the best concert venues in Calgary — with honest takes on sound, vibe, logistics, and which nights feel worth it. Big arena nights at the Scotiabank Saddledome have their moment — the roar of 17,000 people, big lights, and …
If you’re an Albertan planning a mountain getaway to Jasper National Park, Chateau Jasper is one of those hotels that keeps showing up in your searches. It’s not the famous Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge with its resort vibe, and it’s not the most central option …
If you’ve ever pictured yourself riding through the Canadian Rockies with jaw-dropping mountain views all around, Banff Trail Riders is probably already on your radar. Operating out of Warner Stables right in the heart of Banff townsite since 1962, they’re one of the most established …
The Banff Christmas Market has become one of the most popular holiday events in the Canadian Rockies. It brings a European-style Christmas market atmosphere to the mountains, complete with artisanal vendors, festive lights, live music, and plenty of mulled wine and hot chocolate. But with …
If you’ve strolled Banff Avenue, you’ve probably noticed the rustic wooden building with the big grizzly vibe and wondered: Is the Grizzly House actually worth it? It’s one of Banff’s most famous (and infamous) restaurants — a 1967 original that started as a disco and …
If you’re planning post-secondary studies in Alberta this year — whether at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Mount Royal University or SAIT in Calgary, NAIT, a trades program, or even certain private career colleges — Alberta Student Aid 2026 can help cover tuition, books, …