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A candle lit walkway leads participants of the guided tour to the lit up stargazing tent that sits under the star filled night sky.

Central
Prairies

Here, thousands of acres grow some of the most relied-upon crops in the world. Between fields of barley and wheat, you’ll discover Canada’s Wild Side in its charming towns. Experience the draws of the rural way of life.

  • Key City: Red Deer
  • Transportation Hub: 126 km (78 mi) from Edmonton International Airport

Don mittens and slide curling rocks across hand-shovelled ice.

A couple walking out with of the More Moo ice cream shop in Sylvan Lake.

Search for souvenirs in quirky boutiques or window shop along vibrant city streets.

Couple sitting at a patio in downtown Red Deer.
People watch and sip specialty coffees in downtown Red Deer.
Rent a kayak for family fun on Sylvan Lake.

Alberta’s prairies have some of Canada’s sunniest cities—relax and enjoy the rays.

Mom-and-pop diners, specialty grills and more unique eateries feed the cities and rural communities. This is the place to order out of your comfort zone.

Discover places to eat

A family enjoying ice cream cones on a summer day sitting at a picnic table outside of the More Moo ice cream shop.
Couple walking in downtown Red Deer.

Explore the streets and chat with locals to get a feel for Central Alberta’s friendly cities.