throughout the continent because of this unique streetcar ride over the North Saskatchewan River. It’s one of the highest river crossings by streetcar in the world at 755 m long and 49 m high. The view is both spectacular and exhilarating. edmonton-radial-railway.ab.ca 780 437 7721
EDMONTON RIVERBOAT
All Summer Event Listings
ALBERTA AVIATION MUSEUM
11410 Kingsway Avenue NW I $15 adult, $10.50 youth (13–17yrs), $9.50 kids (6–12yrs), free (5yrs and under) I Explore Alberta’s aviation history including actual airplanes, displays of air force uniforms, maps, and other historical memorabilia Brand new exhibits. albertaaviationmuseum.com 780 451 1175
ALBERTA CRAFT COUNCIL GALLERY
10186–106 Street NW I The only public gallery in the province dedicated to exhibiting craft arts and Edmonton’s second-largest public gallery. albertacraft.ab.ca 780 488 6611
ALBERTA LEGISLATURE BUILDING
9820–107 Street NW I Discover Alberta’s vibrant parliamentary history and culture through our interactive and engaging Visitor Centre located on the main floor of the Edmonton Federal Building. assembly.ab.ca 780 427 7362
ALBERTA RAILWAY MUSEUM 24215–34 Street NW I $10 adult, $8 youth (13–17yrs), $5 kids (3–12yrs), free (2yrs and under) I A rustic outdoor display of railway equipment and buildings. The museum replicates a small terminal
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with a station, water tank, and shops. The main emphasis is on cars and locomotives from the Canadian National Railways, Northern Alberta Railways, and industrial and short-line railways. albertarailwaymuseum.com 780 472 6229
ART GALLERY OF ALBERTA
2 Sir Winston Churchill Square I $14 adult, free (youth) I The Art Gallery of Alberta maintains a collection of over 6,000 objects and is the oldest cultural institution in Alberta, plus it’s the only museum in the province solely dedicated to the exhibition and preservation of art and visual culture. youraga.ca 780 422 6223
EDMONTON GHOST TOURS
10322–83 Avenue NW in front of the Walterdale Theatre I Explore the haunted sites of Old Strathcona and perhaps meet some of the sites’ occupants. edmontonghosttours.com 780 289 2005
EDMONTON RADIAL RAILWAY (HIGH LEVEL BRIDGE STREETCAR)
Depots located at 109 Street & 100 Avenue and Gateway Boulevard & 84 Avenue I $7 adult round-trip, free (5yrs and under) I The Edmonton Radial Railway—as the system was known—became famous
9734 98 Avenue I $29.95 adults, $19.95 for river cruise I The Edmonton Queen riverboat has sailed the mighty North Saskatchewan River since 1995. Enjoy a leisurely sail on a sunny evening or one of their brunch/dinner excursions. edmontonriverboat.ca 780 424 2628
EDMONTON VALLEY ZOO
13315 Buena Vista Road I $15 adult, $12.50 youth (13–17yrs), $10 kids (2–12yrs) I The Edmonton Valley Zoo is home to more than 350 animals. From seals and sea lions, to red pandas and lemurs, to snowy owls and Arctic foxes—these living, breathing animals are the soul of the zoo. Every visit is rich with animal interactions.
edmonton.ca/attractions_events/ edmonton-valley-zoo.aspx
311 (in Edmonton), 780 442 5311 (outside Edmonton)
FATHER LACOMBE CHAPEL 5 St. Vital Avenue, St. Albert I Admission by donation I This simple chapel—Alberta’s oldest building—became the centre of the thriving French-speaking Métis settlement of St. Albert. Today the chapel has been restored to look much as it did in the early 1860s. fatherlacombechapel.org 780 459 7663
FORT EDMONTON PARK CLOSED FOR 2020 SEASON
7000–143 Street NW (Fox Drive & Whitemud Drive) I $26.20 adult, $20.90 kids, $95 family I Fort Edmonton Park is nestled on 64 hectares of wooded parkland along Edmonton’s River Valley. The park now includes the 1846 Hudson’s Bay Fort, as well as
the Streets of 1885, 1905, and 1920. fortedmontonpark.ca 780 496 8787
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10065–100 Street NW I Free I 850 feet up the side of the river valley. Amazing views, and a lot less work than climbing the steps.
edmonton.ca/activities_parks_recreation/parks_rivervalley/mechanized-river-valley-access.aspx
311 (in Edmonton) 780 442 5311 (outside Edmonton)
JOHN JANZEN NATURE CENTRE
7000–143 Street NW (Fox Drive & Whitemud Drive) next to Fort Edmonton Park I $17 family, $8 general (13yrs +), $8 child (2–12yrs), $3 tots (under 2yrs) Each tot and child admission includes a free adult to supervise I Interactive exhibits, educational programming, and special events have brought visitors towards a greater awareness and engagement with the wonders of nature that surround us. edmonton.ca/attractions_ events/john-janzen-naturecentre.aspx 311 (in Edmonton) 780 442 5311 (outside Edmonton)
JUBILATIONS DINNER THEATRE
West Edmonton Mall Level Two, Phase 1 by Entrance 31 I Wed–Thur & Sun $39.95– $69.95 adult; $36.95 kids I Enjoy live theatre, fantastic dinner and great company. edmonton.jubilations.ca 780 484 2424
MAYFIELD DINNER THEATRE Closed for 2020 Summer Season 16615–109 Avenue NW I This venerable culinary and theatrical venue offers classic dining and live entertainment all season long. mayfieldtheatre.ca 780 483 4051
MUTTART CONSERVATORY
Closed for 2020 Summer Season 9626–96A Street NW I $12.50 adult, $10.50 youth, $6.50 kids I This innovative botanical garden sets the pace for plant science in western Canada and defines Edmonton’s skyline with its striking glass pyramids rising from the river valley. Inside the pyramids, the Conservatory’s year-round displays feature three biomes. A Fourth pyramid houses creative feature displays, which change up to eight times a year. There are educational programs plus great food. muttartconservatory.ca 780 442 5311
RIVER VALLEY ADVENTURES 9735 Grierson Hill I Five 1 hour trips per day I $59.99 I Explore the river valley trails on a Segway and experience the River Valley Cafe. rivervalleyadventure.com 311 (in Edmonton) 780 995 7347 (outside Edmonton)
ROYAL ALBERTA MUSEUM
9810–103a Avenue NW I $21 adult, $10 youth (7–17yrs), free (6yrs and under) I An authentic reflection of where Alberta is today and will be in the decades to come. It represents the new energy of Alberta and the diversity of our culture, telling our story with a new boldness and confidence. It’s a place where you’ll find 2.4 million uniquely Albertan stories just waiting to be told. royalalbertamuseum.ca 825 468 6000
RUTHERFORD HOUSE
11153 Saskatchewan Drive I $7 adult, $5 youth (7–17yrs), free (6yrs and under) I Rutherford House Provincial Historic Site was the home of the first Premier of Alberta, Alexander Cameron Rutherford. In 1911, A.C. Rutherford, his wife Mattie and their family moved into this beautiful brick mansion near the university campus. The family entertained friends, relatives, and influential Edmontonians for more than a generation. Today, this
restored and furnished Edwardian-era home maintains the Rutherford tradition of hospitality and offers visitors a glimpse into the past with costumed interpreters, guided tours, and special events. rutherfordhouse.ca 780 427 3995
TELUS WORLD OF SCIENCE
11211-142 Street I $23.95 adult, $19.95 youth (13–17yrs), $16.95 kids (3–12yrs), rates don’t include IMAX or special exhibits I Explore amazing ongoing exhibits including SPACE garage, science garage, and much more. telusworldofscienceedmonton.ca 780 452 9100
OUT OF TOWN ALBERTA PRAIRIE RAILWAY EXCURSIONS
4611–47 Avenue, Stettler I $85–$165 adult, $65–$145 youth, $35–$145 kids I Alberta Prairie offers an exciting one-day adventure onboard a real steam or dieselpowered train. Different themes are enacted throughout the season including murder mysteries, live stage shows, and teddy bear specials. absteamtrain.com 1 800 282 3994
CAMROSE & DISTRICT CENTENNIAL MUSEUM
4522-53 Street I Admission by donation I Explore the main building and 11 outbuildings to see some of Alberta’s history. https://www.camrose.ca/en/ living-here/camrose-and-district-museum.aspx 780 672 3298
CANADIAN ENERGY MUSEUM
50339 Hwy 60 South, Devon I $12 adult, $8 youth (6–17yrs), free (5yrs and under) I Canadian Energy Museum offers a hands-on education with a climb-aboard working oil rig. Enter the world’s largest drill bit, create alternative energy in the Learning Lab, and learn just how important this resource is in your day-to-day life. canadianenergymuseum.ca 780 987 4323
