Grande Prairie is a city of over 63,000 people (2016) in Peace River Country, Alberta.
Grande Prairie was named for the large prairie which lies to the north, east, and west of it. In the 18th century, the prairie was occupied by bands of the Dane-zaa (Beaver) peoples, who began trading with the North West Company at Dunvegan in the early 19th century. In 1880, a Hudson's Bay Company post called La Grande Prairie was established 15 miles (24 km) northwest of the present city. In the late 19th century, the prairie was settled by Cree and Iroquois from around Jasper and Lac Ste. Anne. When 17 townships were surveyed for homesteading in 1909, a land rush soon followed, with many settlers arriving over the Edson Trail.
Grande Prairie Transit. A small bus network that serves most parts of the municipality. The bus system consists of five routes. These routes run on a 30-minute basis during peak hours and hourly the remainder of the day. There is reduced service on weekends and statutory holidays. The city offers the non-profit, independent Disabled Transportation Society (DTS), which has specialized transport services for individuals with disabilities. $3.25 adult, $3.00 senior. (updated Mar 2025)
1 Art Gallery of Grande Prairie, #103 9839 103 Avenue, ☏ +1 780-532-8111, info@aggp.ca. Tue-Wed 10AM-6PM, Thu 10AM-9PM, Fri Sat 10AM-5PM, Sun 1-5PM, Closed Holidays. The second largest art gallery in Alberta, the Art Gallery of Grande Prairie works to preserve, inspire and explore the world of art to share with the community and the region. They offer free admission, tours, programs, and activities for all ages. The Art Gallery presents an average of twelve art exhibitions per year and welcomes over 10,000 visitors per year. free. (updated Oct 2019) 2 Grande Prairie Museum & Heritage Village, 10329 101 Avenue (Muskoseepi Park), ☏ +1 780-830-7090.
1 Eastlink Centre, 10 Knowledge Way (near 108 St (Hwy 40) & 68 Ave), ☏ +1 780-830-5000. General Facility: Mon-Sat 5:30AM-10PM, Sun 8AM-10PM; Aquatics: Mon-Sat 6AM-9:30PM, Sun 8AM-9:30PM. Sports and recreation facility; the aquatics area features two water slides, FlowRider for simulated surfing, dinosaur-themed waterpark for children ages 12 and under, 50-metre competition swimming pool a Lazy River, Family and Adult Hot Tubs, steam room and sauna. The Fieldhouse provides courts and equipment for a variety of sports or fitness classes that includes Racquetball and Squash courts, a four-lane, 175-metre track, weight room, and cardio equipment.
1 The Office, 11633 100th Street (in the Pomeroy Hotel), ☏ +1 780-832-2441. Daily 6AM-10PM. Upscale, modern cuisine. Vegetarian and vegan options. (updated Oct 2019) 2 Mr Mikes Steakhouse Casual, 10214 116 Ave, ☏ +1 780-538-9378. Daily 11AM-11PM. Vegetarian-friendly steakhouse. Burgers, too. (updated Jan 2018) 3 Browns Socialhouse, 11509 Westgate Dr (in the Westgate Plaza), ☏ +1 780-357-0882. Mon-Fri 11AM-midnight, Sat Sun 10AM-midnight. Pub fare such as burgers & pizza, plus weekend brunch. (updated Jan 2018) 4 Soto Teppanyaki and Fusion Sushi, 106-10210 111 Street. 11AM-10PM.
1 Maddhatters, 10508 100 Ave, ☏ +1 780-532-9080. Daily 11:30-2AM. Opened in 2001, Maddhatters affords Grande Prairie with a little diversity in its nightclub scene. Serving as a lounge and as a club, Maddhatters has continuously been atop the night scene in Grande Prairie.
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In Sep, Grande Prairie typically sees ~21°C daytime highs and 4 rainy days.
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