What Does Alberta Day Mean to You?
Alberta Day marks the day Alberta officially became a province on September 1, 1905. More than a century later, it’s a chance to celebrate the places, people and experiences that make this province what it is today.
Here in Northwestern Alberta, there’s a lot more to discover than you might expect. Wander a farmers’ market and taste what’s grown and made locally. Step into the stories of the people who shaped our region. Experience Indigenous art and culture, explore museums and heritage sites, or head outside and take in the trails, landscapes and wide-open spaces that make the northwest unmistakably ours.
However you spend Alberta Day, consider it a good excuse to explore a little farther and experience more of the place we call home. You may be surprised by what you find.
This is the North You Didn’t Expect.
Celebrate Alberta Day Across the Region
Saturday, August 29 | Celebrate in Grande Prairie
The City of Grande Prairie is kicking off its Alberta Day celebrations with a full day of free activities.
Visit the Grande Prairie Museum to explore local history, then head to the Reverend Forbes Homestead for guided heritage experiences.
You can also enjoy free access to Eastlink Centre, followed by a free Grande Prairie Storm skate and autograph session at Bonnetts Energy Centre.
Make a day of it with a stroll downtown, a stop at the Grande Prairie Farmers’ Market, some time browsing local shops and makers, and a meal featuring regional flavours.
Sunday, August 30 | Head to Wembley
On Sunday, take a short drive to Wembley for Alberta Day celebrations at the Wembley Heritage Site.
The South Peace Farmers Market runs from 10 am to 4 pm, offering a chance to meet local vendors, discover locally made goods and soak up the community atmosphere while exploring this historic site.
It’s also a chance to connect with another important part of Alberta’s story: agriculture.
Local growers such as Broken Tine Orchard carry that story forward, combining traditional farming with haskap production and locally focused products.
Learn more about what’s happening around the region here.
Tuesday, September 1 | Celebrate Alberta Day at the Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum
The County of Grande Prairie is celebrating Alberta Day at the Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum on September 1 with free museum admission, family-friendly activities, guided bonebed tours and a complimentary BBQ. It’s a prehistoric twist on celebrating Alberta Day right here in the region. Event details
Celebrate the People Who Make This Place
Alberta’s culture isn’t found in just one place. It’s woven throughout the region, in our agricultural roots, the artists who capture its character, the local businesses that help our communities thrive, and the people preserving stories from generations past and carrying them forward.
It’s also deeply rooted in Indigenous culture and the living traditions that continue to shape the region today. Places like The BEAD Lodge offer hands-on opportunities to learn about Indigenous beadwork, while Grant Berg Gallery showcases the work of Indigenous and northern Alberta artists.
Sometimes, the best way to connect with that culture is simply to experience it. Enjoy a locally grown meal, visit a farm, pick your own produce, explore a museum, wander a historic main street or discover a new trail. Each offers a different way to experience the people, stories and landscapes that make Northwestern Alberta what it is.
You don’t need to plan a big getaway to celebrate. Visit a museum. Shop from a local maker. Pick up something grown nearby. Try a local restaurant. Take a tour. Learn something new. Meet the people behind a local business. Or simply take the scenic route and see somewhere you’ve never stopped before.
Because celebrating Alberta isn’t only about where we live. It’s about the people, stories, culture, landscapes and experiences that make it feel like home.
