Westworld Alberta Magazine

If you’re heading east on the Trans-Canada Highway, there’s a remarkable piece of Alberta history just outside Brooks that’s worth a stop. Today, southeastern Alberta is home to a thriving agricultural community. But more than a century ago, the dry landscape was considered a challenging place to farm. That changed with one ambitious idea: bring water to the land. The Brooks Aqueduct was built between 1912 and 1914, by the Canadian Pacific Railway’s irrigation division.

Looking for something a little different to do this October? Alberta has a ton of eerie and entertaining experiences to enjoy, from pumpkin-filled forests to textile haunted houses, plus paranormal experiments and an AMA-themed corn maze. Pumpkins in the Forest Looking for something that gets the family out and exploring the forest? Check out the Forbidden Forest Pumpkin Walk, just outside of Drayton Valley on Oct. 22.

Things to Do in Alberta: September 2026 September is full of unique ways to get out and explore Alberta. Get lost in AMA history, watch hot air balloons light up the sky, start the spooky season early, or take a step back in time. Get Lost in AMA History Find yourself lost in AMA history—literally! The Edmonton Corn Maze features a special AMA Centennial design, complete with AMA-themed trivia hidden through the winding paths.

August is packed full of opportunities to experience and explore Alberta. Check out theatre performances, look up at the skies for some meteors, and celebrate the cultures and history that have shaped our province. Fun at Fringe It’s time to check out some of the most original theatre you can imagine, because Fringe is about to kick off in both of Alberta’s major cities. The 2026 Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival will see performers hitting the stage in that city from July 31 to Aug.

Things to do in July 2026 Long days and warm weather mean there are endless opportunities for adventure in Alberta this July. As AMA kicks off its centennial celebrations, an epic mystery hits the stage, and world-famous stampedes and festivals take over the province, there’s no shortage of things to do. Celebrate AMA’s Centennial The Alberta Motor Association is kicking off celebrations for its centennial year this summer, and we’re bringing the party across the province.

In the Summer 2026 issue of AMA Insider, we showcased the World’s Largest Mushrooms, located in the village of Vilna, about 150 kilometres northeast of Edmonton. The massive fungi were constructed in 1993, inspired by early Ukrainian settlers who were known to hunt for mushrooms. The enormous toadstools weigh over 18,000 pounds and were designed and built by local artists and tradesmen.

June in Alberta is when things really warm up—whether you’re in a big city or a small town, festivals and summer gatherings start to take over the streets. It’s also the perfect time to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, heading out on that road trip you’ve been planning. Here’s what we’re loving this month. Street Party Season Who doesn’t love a good street party?

Things to Do in Alberta: May 2026 May in Alberta feels like a reset: the patios open, bikes come out of storage, and communities all over host outdoor events to take advantage of the warming weather. Whether you’re looking for a date night or a family outing, here are some great ideas to enjoy Alberta this May.

Whether you’re looking for independent cinema and blockbuster movie releases or outdoor adventures and culture experiences, April has something for everyone in Alberta. Here’s our roundup of events happening across the province this month. Calgary Underground Film Festival International independent cinema will be showcased at the Calgary Underground Film Festival from April 16–26, known as one of western Canada’s top indie film fests.

Above the town of Banff along the summit of Sulphur Mountain sits the remnants of a research station that was once one of the top Canadian sites that helped scientists study particles from outer space. The Sulphur Mountain Cosmic Ray Station National Historic Site of Canada was built in 1956 and played a major role in the International Geophysical Year (1957-1958), a massive global research effort.