It starts with a visit. It starts with going.

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It's finally here. A new and fresh direction for tourism in the region. A culmination of research, strategy and hard work. We welcome you to Sherwood Park and Strathcona County.

Go Strathco

It starts with a visit. Going to a destination to experience something new and to discover a connection with the world. You might be a curious adventurer, looking to learn about a place's incredible natural beauty or the authentic culture of a region. You might be a hotspot hunter who is looking to taste a community through food and meals, or you might be looking for a deeper connection with those who work and grow hand-in-hand with nature as they produce food and livelihoods. No matter what you’re looking for, and no matter what you’re looking to feel, it starts with a visit. It starts with going. Go Strathco.
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Event Season in Strathcona County

Girl playing pinball at YEGPin pinball and arcade expo

Warm weather means we’re about to move into event season here in Strathcona County. There are plenty of things to keep you busy and new things to check out that last throughout the summer. Keep reading for a few highlighted events taking place across Strathcona County over the next few months. 

YEGPin Pinball and Arcade Expo

Did you know that one of the world’s largest pinball and arcade expo is found right here in Strathcona County? Found at Millennium Place, general admission tickets get you access to take a look at more than 200 arcade and pinball games. Plus, your entry includes gameplay!  

📅 Dates: May 15-18 2025 

📍 Location: Millennium Place 

🔗 www.yegpin.com 

Ravenwood Music Experience

Strathcona County’s annual music festival is back for another year! This year’s headliners include Shred Kelly on Friday night and The Prairie States on Saturday. Other great acts, which include some local talent, make up the rest of the exciting line-up 

📅 Dates: July 11 & 12, 2025 

📍 Location: Broadmoor Lake Park 

🔗 www.ravenwoodexperience.com 

Tour de L’Alberta | Biking Like A Viking 

For the third year of Biking Like A Viking, there’s an exciting update for this year’s event. A partial rebrand which includes the Tour De L’Alberta means this year is going to be the best yet! Also new to this year’s bike ride is chip timing with staged challenge events and prizes. Happy riding! 

📅 Date: July 13, 2025 

📍 Location: Strathcona Olympiette Centre 

🔗 www.canadianbirkie.com 

Highland Gathering

One of Strathcona County’s favourite events is back for another year. The Highland Gathering is set to take over Broadmoor Lake Park in July and showcase the best of Scottish Culture in the heart of Sherwood Park, including pipers, dancers, and the heavy games - including the caber toss. 

📅 Date: July 19 & 20, 2025 

📍 Location: Broadmoor Lake Park 

🔗 www.sphg.com 

Open Farm Days

An annual weekend which sees farmers and agricultural-based businesses opening their doors and land to the public. This is the perfect time to learn about farming and growing! It takes place at several different locations - check the website to learn more. 

📅 Date: August 16 & 17, 2025 

📍 Location: Strathcona County 

🔗 www.albertaopenfarmdays.com 

Strathcona Vintage Tractor Show and Pull

This is a great day out for littles and bigs alike! Vintage equipment is on display, and demonstrations take place throughout the day. Kids' games, wagon rides, and much more make for a full day of fun in Strathcona County. 

📅 Date: August 23 & 24, 2025 

📍 Location: Bremner House, Strathcona County 

🔗 www.strathconavintagetractor.com 

Girls having fun shopping at Sherwood Park Mall

Retail therapy

You’ll find everything from big-name retailers to local boutiques in Strathcona County. Make sure to stop by and find those one of a kind treasures in our many shopping areas.

 

Friends enjoying a meal at Bodega

Eat, drink, and more

Go on a journey that spans craft beer taprooms, local restaurants, and indie bakeries and more delicious local offerings in Sherwood Park and Strathcona County.

 

Visitor entering a hotel room

Catch some zzz's

Treat yourself to a night in Sherwood Park. Brand name hotels with a diverse amenity selection will have you extending your night to two – or even three. Don't say we didn't warn you!

 

Get outdoors and explore Sherwood Park and Strathcona County

Explore the outdoors

This is a great time to get outdoors and enjoy everything happening in Sherwood Park and Strathcona County.

 

 

 

 

Girls having fun shopping at Sherwood Park Mall

Retail therapy

You’ll find everything from big-name retailers to local boutiques in Strathcona County. Make sure to stop by and find those one of a kind treasures in our many shopping areas.

 

Friends enjoying a meal at Bodega

Eat, drink, and more

Go on a journey that spans craft beer taprooms, local restaurants, and indie bakeries and more delicious local offerings in Sherwood Park and Strathcona County.

 

Visitor entering a hotel room

Catch some zzz's

Treat yourself to a night in Sherwood Park. Brand name hotels with a diverse amenity selection will have you extending your night to two – or even three. Don't say we didn't warn you!

 

Couple wearing snowshoes in the snow

Travel Strathcona County

Explore and discover points of interest on foot, bike, or skateboard, with trail maps and featured routes. 

Couple wearing snowshoes in the snow

Travel Strathcona County

Explore and discover points of interest on foot, bike, or skateboard, with trail maps and featured routes. 

Exhibit on display at Gallery@501

Art and culture scene

Visit the numerous galleries available here to enjoy local fine art or catch some performing arts display and join the vibes of our local culture.
 

Golfer heading to a hole on the course

Recreation and leisure

Family time is the most important time. Take your pick from all the great things available in Strathcona County and spend some time together as a family.

Couple enjoying a campfire at Elk Island Retreat

Rural recreation

Strathcona County has many recreation 

amenities for all interests and abilities, including some exciting gems in our rural areas.

 

Exhibit on display at Gallery@501

Art and culture scene

Visit the numerous galleries available here to enjoy local fine art or catch some performing arts display and join the vibes of our local culture.
 

Golfer heading to a hole on the course

Recreation and leisure

Family time is the most important time. Take your pick from all the great things available in Strathcona County and spend some time together as a family.

Couple enjoying a campfire at Elk Island Retreat

Rural recreation

Strathcona County has many recreation 

amenities for all interests and abilities, including some exciting gems in our rural areas.

 

Weekends in Strathcona County

What are you doing this weekend?

Looking for things to do in Strathcona County this weekend? 

Check out our weekend itineraries blog for suggestions.


 

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Last updated: Friday, May 16, 2025
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