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Attractions & Events

Along with its beautiful environment and friendly atmosphere, St. Albert offers some of the best attractions and exciting events in Alberta's Capital Region.

International Children's Festival




St. Albert is one of the longest running children's festivals in North America, attracting over 59,000 participants this year during the last week of May.



Rainmaker Rodeo & Exhibition


 
As the kick-off to summer in St. Albert, the Rainmaker Rodeo & Exhibition attracts over 35,000 fans from in and around the Capital Region. Along with bull riding and bucking broncs, there is outstanding family entertainment and a multi-million dollar midway and showcase stage featuring multiple performers.


Rock n' August



As many as 50,000 participants come to St. Albert to enjoy Rock 'n August a week-long festival held to celebrate the rumbles of chrome pipes and the rim shots of classic Rock and Roll music.
  

 

Outdoor and Indoor Farmers' Market



The Outdoor Farmers' Market, held in downtown St. Albert, is Western Canada's largest outdoor farmers' market, attracting over 10,000 people every Saturday from June 19 to October 9, 2010. 

 

St. Albert Botanic Park



The St. Albert Botanic Park is a crown jewel in the heart of the city. The park is situated on 18 acres next to the Red Willow Trail, just a short walk east of City Hall. Its many display gardens of roses, daylilies, asiatic lilies, dahlias, perennials and lilacs attract more than 10,000 visitors each year. 


 

Heritage Sites


Step into the past by visiting St. Albert's Heritage Sites.
Guided tours include: Father Lacombe Chapel, the oldest building in Alberta; St. Albert's Grain Elevator Park, featuring two grain elevators and a 1920s replica train station; and the Little White School, a two-room school house that brings you back to the days of learning in 1948.



Art Drive 2009 - 2010


From the art enthusiast to the first-time visitor, everyone can experience St. Albert's diverse, thriving  art community through Art Drive. Several opportunities exist for you to get acquainted with St. Albert's artistic side.

View the 2009-2010 Art Drive Brochure.