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With the weather warming up, it’s finally carnival season in Edmonton.
If you’re familiar with the travelling fairs all about Alberta, you’ll know they pop up only once or twice a year. This means it’s of the utmost importance that you know which ones are coming and when. That’s exactly why we’re here, and why we’ve rounded up the best upcoming carnivals and fairs coming to the Edmonton area.
Let’s get into all the fair fun possible, folks.
Wild Rose Shows will be showing off all their carnival rides next weekend at the Millwoods Town Centre. This will be one of the earliest fairs of the year, so if you’re looking for excitement early, this is your best bet!
When: Friday, May 15, 2026, to Monday, May 18, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Millwoods Town Centre — 2331 66th St. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $1+
The next Wild Rose show will be at Londonderry Mall the following weekend. Here, you can hop aboard one of the many rides they have, compete in carnival games, and even get a snack that never tastes better than at the fair.
When: Thursday, May 21, 2026, to Sunday, May 24, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Londonderry Mall Winners — 6806 137th Ave., Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $1+
Rainmaker Rodeo is our personal favourite of the local fairs, but maybe that’s because it’s run by the St. Albert Kinsmen — and we just like supporting local.
Yup, you heard us right the first time, it’s a rodeo. Complete with huge rides, great eats, and shows being put on basically the whole time, you won’t ever get bored at the Rainmaker.
When: Friday, May 22, 2026, to Sunday, May 24, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: 47 Riel Dr., St. Albert, Alta.
Cost: $23.81+
With rides, games, and sweet treats coming to Edmonton, we couldn’t be more excited. We have to say, if you’re looking for the best ride experience, this might be the fair to look out for. It has awesome kids’ rides and even bigger and better ones for adults, so you won’t miss out on any of the fun.
When: Thursday, June 4, 2026, to Sunday, June 7, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Bonnie Doon Centre — 8330 82nd Ave. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $1+
With over 50 attractions to explore, not to mention the live rodeo happening in the town, Farmers’ Days is one of the highlight events bringing folks to Stony Plain.
When: Friday, June 5, 2026, to Sunday, June 7, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Heritage Park — 5100 41st Ave., Stony Plain, Alta.
Cost: $1+
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