Fall at the Lake

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Give a small town 'welcome' to the autumn season! Sylvan Lake is full of charm when the leaves go gold.

AUTUMN WEEKENDS

Catching the last of the Farmer's Markets, checking out the local art, and trying delicious foods!
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Stroll Downtown Sylvan Lake

There’s nothing better than strolling through a small Canadian town exploring local boutiques and shops. Alberta’s favourite beach town has fascinating history, distinctive heritage buildings and unique locally owned shops with goods you might have trouble finding elsewhere.
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Welcome to Town!
Beyond the quiet beach, you'll find Sylvan's great poplars awash in gold! Fall rolls into town at a quieter, slower pace to reveal it's small town charm. Hop along Lakeshore Drive and Centennial Street finding hearty, warm dishes and boutique shops. Some favorite local art is hidden on the sides of shops and down alleyways. Not one to let a season go by without having a rip-roaring good time, check out Sylvan Lake's fall events! Fall is short - so seize the day and grab some apple cider, and head out of the city and into town!