31 Best Places to Shop in Alberta, Canada

The market, which runs May through September, has been providing Edmontonians and visitors with local produce, food products, and arts and crafts for more than a decade. On Sunday, you’ll find it at 102 Avenue and 124 Street; on Thursday it's located at 108 Avenue and 124 Street.

For authentic cowboy boots, there's Alberta's only Western boot manufacturer, Alberta Boot, where every pair is hand-crafted on-site.

This antiques shop has been in business since 1959 and specializes in restored North American furnishings and artifacts from the 1700s to the late 1900s.

Bankers Hall has upscale clothing stores such as La Chic and Blu's.

The gallery specializes in Canadian First Nations, Métis, and Inuit art, including paintings, stone sculptures, wood carvings, clay works, jewelry, craft, and gifts. Various exhibits are hosted throughout the year with artists in attendance on opening day.

This camp store sells basic groceries, camping supplies, fishing tackle, fishing licenses, climbing gear, snacks, souvenirs, and convenience items. There's a small café and an ice cream shop. You can rent canoes, kayaks, bicycles, and roller blades to use in the park.

This shop sells Canadian Rockies photo art including stunning scenery and wildlife photography by gallery owner Bob Cook. You'll also find novelty gifts like puzzles, coasters, and magnets.

Bugera Matheson has been providing a refreshing perspective on Edmonton’s vibrant art scene since 1992, while also featuring some of the best contemporary artworks from artists across Canada. Open Friday and Saturday and by appointment.

Calgary’s largest shopping mall has 250 shops, including department stores, restaurants, and Calgary’s biggest five-pin bowling alley.

Located northwest of Downtown, this mall is a great place to stop and pick up what you need on your way to Banff. There’s a Safeway and a Sport Check, as well as various specialty stores.

The local confectioner is known particularly for artistic chocolate and caramel bonbons in such flavors as passion fruit, chocolate caramel ganache, and hazelnut crunch, but there's also a line of alcohol-infused candies. At the storefront across the street from the east entrance of the Public Library, you can also step in for a coffee to go with your chocolate.

You'll find many large chain clothing stores, such as the Gap, as well as more upscale spots like Harry Rosen and Holt Renfrew at the Scotia Centre and TD Square. There are also a mixture of jewelry and imported goods stores, a variety of restaurants, and the beautiful Devonian Gardens.

Brandi recently turned her mobile bookshop into a brick-and-mortar store that sells new and gently used books. Peruse the shelves for the latest bestsellers and age-old classics and join one of three in-house book clubs.

This summer market has a friendly, open atmosphere and some of the tastiest farm-fresh produce, locally raised meats, fresh-baked bread, and a variety of sweet treats. You’ll also find handcrafted jewelry, local art, one-of-a-kind clothing, and fresh-cut flowers. It's open 10 am to 3 pm every Saturday from mid-June to mid-October.

Located south of Highwood Pass on Highway 40, this site has a gas station and grocery store that's open Friday to Sunday from May to June; daily from July to September; and Saturday and Sunday, October to April.

The best in town, this boutique record store has been curating and collecting popular and underground records for more than four decades. While they specialize in high-quality used vinyl, they also carry CDs and cassettes. Ask to peruse the treasure trove in the basement.

The Bay, formerly known as the Hudson's Bay Company, was incorporated in 1670. It is Calgary's—and Canada's—oldest retailer and a good source for extra-warm clothing.

The official western wear of the Calgary Stampede, Lammle’s is the perfect place to grab yourself a white cowboy (or girl) hat and a pair of boots. It’s located on Stephen Avenue Walk right beside The Unicorn Superpub.

A defining part of Kensington for 35 years, Manjana offers an eclectic collection of handmade folk art, jewelry, and clothing from all over the world. A family business focused on fair-trade, the owners travel the globe buying directly from local artisans in more than 30 countries.

If you’re looking for some new duds and want to wear a piece of Edmonton history, stop by Manulife Place and visit Henry Singer. Named for the man who established his first men’s fashion shop in Edmonton in 1938 with only $300 in his pocket, this venerable chain is a Canadian institution. Henry Singer sells many fine brands and also offers made-to-measure tailored clothing. Manulife Place also houses many other luxury shops, including Blu’s and Nightowl Lingerie.

Opened in 2009, the gallery represents more than 30 Indigenous artists whose mediums range from intricate bead work and birch bark art to paintings and sculptures. Take-home kits and online traditional art classes are available as are in-store workshops like creating your own piece of fish-scale art.

Recently rebranded as MEC, this is the Canadian version of REI and it has been the go-to place to get quality outdoor gear since 1971. Whether you need a backpack or a water bottle, or just want to get your bike or skis tuned up, this is the place to go.

Edmonton’s original indoor farmers' market has been selling locally grown and produced goods since 1983. Locals flock to the market every Saturday to pick up seasonal fruits and veggies, honey, locally raised beef, wild game meat, cheese, and other goods. It's also a great place to people-watch.

Pages is Calgary’s finest local bookstore, where you’ll find a vast selection of new and used fiction, non-fiction, and poetry. If you’re looking for the work of local Alberta or Canadian Indigenous writers, this is the place. There’s always a rack of bargain books just outside the front door, and the knowledgeable staff inside can help you find some literary gems.

"QUILTBAG" is a fun-to-say variation of the LGBTQ2S+ acronym, and in this case refers to a unique retail shop that carries queer and trans wares. You’ll find an eclectic collection of custom and curated accessories like pins, pronoun buttons, patches, stickers; art by local artists; small gifts; and trans gear including chest binders and compression underwear.

The multi-use space is home to the family-owned and operated ACME Meat Market, the Little Duchess Bake Shop where everything is made daily in-house from scratch, and the excellent Transcend Coffee & Roastery.

A local manufacturer since 1919, Smithbilt originated the white cowboy hat now ubiquitous at the Calgary Stampede. The company specializes in all manner of cowboy hats, which are mostly made on-site. A recent move and expansion in 2024 has allowed them to add Western wear and boots to their repertoire.

The Stephen Avenue Walk, a national historic site, is a pedestrian-only stretch of 8 Avenue (between Macleod Trail and 4 Street Southwest), where some of the city's oldest buildings house dozens of exciting shops, bars, and restaurants. It’s a great place to people-watch on one of the many patios.