Grande Prairie Regional Tourism Association

06/23/2026

Always a great time for our summer students to be out showcasing the region and being part of events at Evergreen Park that a past weekend!

06/22/2026

The Wapiti River holds more secrets than you might think.

This summer, trade the ordinary for an unforgettable journey through millions of years of history with the Secrets of the Wapiti River Float. Guided by the experts at the The Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum, you'll drift along the Wapiti, search for fossils, explore hidden sites only accessible by water, and uncover the stories written into the landscape itself.

With riverside lunch included and museum admission waiting at the end of your adventure, this is so much more than a float trip.

Spots are limited and advance registration is required. Ready to discover what lies beneath the surface?

Learn more and sign up at www.gptourism.ca/events.

06/20/2026

Come on down to the Carnival!! Our summer students Addison and Nina are all set up for a fun filled day!! Pop by to enter a draw and grab our Visitor Guide to the region! Grande Prairie Pride Society

06/19/2026

Be safe!

Kakwa Falls Safety Reminder

Heading to Kakwa Falls this summer?

Kakwa Falls is a beautiful destination, but it is also a remote wilderness area with limited access and no nearby emergency services.

📍 Getting There

• Grande Prairie to the Two Lakes Staging Area is approximately 160 km (2.5–3 hours)
• From the Two Lakes Staging Area, it is approximately 22 km by ATV, quad, or side-by-side to reach the Kakwa Falls Day Use Area
• Road and trail conditions can change quickly due to weather, washouts, and wildlife activity

🧭 Before You Go
Leave a Trip Plan with someone you trust. Include:
• Where you're going
• Who is with you
• Your route
• Vehicle information
• Expected return time
• When to call for help if you don't check in

🎒 Pack the Essentials
Bring:
• Extra food and water
• Extra clothing
• First aid kit
• Map, compass, or GPS
• Flashlight/headlamp
• Fire-starting materials
• Emergency shelter or space blanket
• Multi-tool or knife
• Bear spray
• Sun protection
• Communication device

📡 Communication is Critical
Cell service is limited or non-existent in many areas around Kakwa Falls. Do not rely solely on your cellphone.

Consider carrying a Garmin inReach, satellite messenger, or Starlink-enabled communication system. These may be your only way to call for help in an emergency.

🚨 If You Need Rescue
Emergency resources may be two or more hours away, and that response time begins only after an emergency has been reported through agencies such as the RCMP, Grovedale Fire Rescue, or EMS.

Volunteer Search and Rescue teams must be notified, assemble at their base of operations, prepare vehicles and equipment, receive a briefing, and then travel to your location. Weather, road conditions, and terrain can add further delays.

🌙 Be Prepared for Delays
Be ready to spend an unexpected night outdoors due to breakdowns, injuries, weather, or trail conditions. Carry enough supplies to remain safe and comfortable if your trip doesn't go as planned.

🧠 Final Reminder
Leave a Trip Plan. Carry the Essentials. Have a Way to Communicate.
Be Prepared to Spend the Night.

06/19/2026

Loud. Muddy. Unforgettable.

The Wembley Mud Bogs returns June 20 - 21, bringing two days of high-adrenaline competition, roaring engines, and a crowd that knows exactly why they came.

Don't forget your earplugs.

Learn more about summer adventures at www.gptourism.ca/events

06/18/2026

The Northern Sky Corridor is evolving. Are you part of the conversation?

Join Explore Edmonton and the GPRTA on June 24 from 1:30pm - 3:30pm to explore emerging opportunities, share ideas, and help shape the future of tourism along the corridor.

Connect with industry peers, gain valuable insights, and have your voice heard.

Register by June 22: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1990896868126?aff=oddtdtcreator

We look forward to welcoming you to the conversation. 🌟

06/18/2026

We are so pleased to partner up with Northern Rockies Resin Co. We now have their amazing spruce pitch line in our gift shop! The aromas are incredible! Come see all the natural wellness products!

06/17/2026

Think rodeo season is wrapping up? Not even close.

Across Northwestern Alberta, the chutes are still swinging, and summer traditions are still going strong.

Rio Grande Rodeo // July 1–3
Teepee Creek Stampede // July 9–12

While you're at it, make a weekend of it, and explore local attractions, discover a few surprises, and experience more of the region while you're here.

The North You Didn't Expect.

06/16/2026

Dinosaurs at Centre 2000? You bet. 🦖

Drop by the Visitor Information Centre for a prehistoric sneak peek with our new mini exhibit. While you're here, grab a Visitor Guide to uncover even more experiences waiting across the region. Then, when you're ready to dig deeper, head to the The Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum for the full experience.

Curiosity encouraged.

06/15/2026

Summer in the Grande Prairie region has a way of expanding your plans once you get here. A weekend turns into a few extra days, and the reason is usually the same. There’s more to experience than expected, and it’s all closer together than it looks on a map.

From July 24–26, 2026, the Canadian National Champions arrive for an elite weekend of competition hosted by GP Disc Golf. It brings high-level play into a landscape that already feels built for movement, focus, and time outdoors.

But the event is just one part of the experience.

This is the kind of trip where mornings can start on forest trails, afternoons shift into watching world-class disc golf unfold, and evenings settle into local food, patios, and long summer light that refuses to rush you along. The region rewards people who stay a little longer. Not just to see more, but to feel the pace change.

The terrain, the open spaces, and the summer energy all work together in a way that makes it easy to extend the stay without planning it too hard.

Plan your visit and build your experience around it at www.gptourism.ca