Discover fun this summer at the Alberta Legislature! The Legislative Assembly of Alberta is rolling out the welcome mat for visitors of all ages, offering a mix of discovery, adventure, and learning. Kick off your visit with a free guided tour of the Alberta Legislature Building, then roam the beautifully landscaped grounds and pop into the Visitor Centre for even more excitement. This season, the Visitor Centre is pulling out all the stops with brand-new activities, customized tours, and historical vignettes that bring famous Alberta figures to life.
What’s New at the Alberta Legislature?
Get ready for a summer of new adventures at the Visitor Centre! Check out these three new activities designed to make your visit extra memorable:
- The Young Family Program – Enjoy one of two tours designed with caregivers of young children in mind. The Stroller Tour is perfect for parents on the go, with stroller-friendly stops and comfy rest areas. Tots on Tour is a toddler adventure that wraps up with story time and a visit from Rocky the Ram! Both tours run on Mondays and Tuesdays all summer. Find the details on these and the regular public tours here.
- Activities Passport – Looking for a mini-adventure? Pick up your brand-new Activities Passport from any staff member and set off to complete fun challenges around the grounds. Collect stamps from the guides, then swing by the activities tent near the spray park to claim your prize!
- Stories of Alberta: Famous Figures – Step right up for a show where history jumps off the page! Meet larger-than-life characters from Alberta’s past and discover how they helped shape our province. Catch these famous figures in action Wednesdays through Sundays at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the North Amphitheatre by the spray park.
Visit the Amphitheatre by the Spray Park!
If you love the outdoors, you’re in for a treat—there are 57 acres of beautiful gardens, shady trees, and wide-open lawns to explore. The pools and spray park are perfect for cooling off (just remember your towel!). Don’t miss the activity tent by the water, where you can get crafty with bracelets, design your own mace or tricorn hat, and more! Be sure to swing by the Queen Elizabeth II Building to check out the immersive Pehonan Theatre and the hands-on Democracy Discovery Centre for an extra dose of fun and learning. Pack your sunscreen, fill up your water bottle, and bring your sense of adventure. This is a summer experience that’s big on fun and easy on the wallet!
Looking for more fun?
- Don’t miss the 11-minute film Our People, Our Province, being shown on the 360-degree screen in the Pehonan Theatre. This unique 4D experience will take you on an immersive journey through Alberta’s social and political history!
- Check with staff to discover the schedule of fun drop-in programs! Visitors can enjoy a variety of quick 15-minute activities and demonstrations that will help them learn more about Alberta’s democracy, history, and culture.
- Discover Your Alberta Legislature: The Story of a Place in The Borealis Gallery. This exhibit runs until April 2027, and explores the evolving relationship between Alberta’s people and their Legislature, highlighting the development of our province, government, and the centre of our democracy.
To learn more about the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, visit www.assembly.ab.ca. You can also follow the Legislative Assembly of Alberta on Facebook and Instagram for information on upcoming tours and special events.
Alberta Legislature and Visitor Centre:
Date: SUMMER HOURS May 16, 2026 to September 7, 2026 | Wednesday to Sunday (and holiday Mondays)
Time: Tours | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Visitor Centre | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Venue: Alberta Legislature and Visitor Centre
Address: 9820 107 Street, Edmonton
Website: www.assembly.ab.ca
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