10 Shopping in Alberta That You Shouldn't Miss

With an active studio life, Fireweed Glass Studio is open from 11-4pm daily, including Sundays and holidays. Nestled in a corner of the Elk Run Industrial Park, we have a small store front gallery and visitors are encouraged to drop in and take a peek at work for sale. There is often an artist blowing glass, so your chances to see them in action are good. Feel free to drop in anytime! Please NOTE: We will be closed April 19th to 22, 2019 for Easter. We will resume regular hours on Tuesday April 23rd, 2019.

Our Destination Town: Avens is conveniently located on Main Street, in the Heart of Canmore. Avens Gallery, an international art shopping destination, represents +40 established local and Western Canadian artists. Our inventory includes bronze and stone sculpture, original paintings, photography and mixed media pieces. This year marks our 32nd year in Canmore. View our all available artworks online at theavensgallery.com

The Drayton Valley Evergreen Farmers' Market is a mid week, mid day market that runs from March to 3rd week of December at the Mackenzie Center (5737 45 Ave) in Drayton Valley. The Special markets are listed on our Facebook and website for more details on the added monthly Saturdays.

Grant Berg Gallery is the region's premier commercial art gallery. The gallery represents roughly 40 artists. Painting, sculpture, pottery, jewelry and photography. All artwork is original. The galleries artists are 50% local and 50% brought in from across Canada. We represent seven indigenous artists including the owner Grant Berg. Custom framing is also offered using only quality wood frames

The Carter-Ryan Gallery is home to the work of Indigenous Visual Artist, Jason Carter. His bright paintings and bold soapstone sculpture have been featured at Canmore's Main Street location since 2012. Last year, a second location opened in Banff. Visit either location to experience one of Alberta's most acclaimed visual artists. Gallery by day and at night, the Carter-Ryan Gallery in Canmore comes alive with live musical theatre all summer long. Comedy, musical theatre and history coming to life...it's all here surrounded by original art. A truly memorable destination.

Edmonton's biggest indoor year round farmers' market. Fresh from the farm to your family!We make it, we bake it, we grow it, we sell it!Over 130 vendors selling only the freshest local food and handmade arts and crafts. Every Saturday year round from 8 am - 3 pm.

The Muttart Conservatory is unique at first sight. This innovative botanical garden sets the pace for plant science in western Canada and defines Edmonton’s skyline with striking glass pyramids rising from the river valley.

With more than 200 specialty stores and premium brand outlets, and 17 large-format anchor stores, CrossIron Mills offers incredible depth, and something for every shopper. The centre is home to many Alberta firsts, including Bass Pro Shops, Calvin Klein Outlet, Bed, Bath & Beyond, Pro Hockey Life, Hugo Boss Outlet, Coach Factory and Coach Men’s. The centre also has many “biggest-in-Alberta” retailers including Hilfiger Outlet, and Laura Superstore. Combining the best attributes of a traditional shopping and power centre, CrossIron Mills is the perfect place for those looking for exceptional deals and discounts this Spring.