Guest Information
Welcome!
We’re thrilled to have you join us for the inaugural Prairies to Badlands Dinner Series, a pilot culinary and agritourism event bringing together food, story, and community in the heart of rural Alberta. This event is a proud collaboration between Kneehill County and Travel Drumheller, working together to spotlight the people, places, and flavours that make this region so special.
This page includes all the important details you’ll need as we prepare for our two sold-out evenings at the stunning Trochu Arboretum.
Event Details
Dates:
- Thursday, September 18, 2025
- Saturday, September 20, 2025
Time:
- 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
We recommend arriving by 3:45 PM if self-driving or catching a shuttle.
Location:
Trochu Arboretum, Trochu, Alberta
Dinner Format & Menu
This is a set-menu experience, designed to showcase the best of our local producers and culinary partners.
Dietary restrictions? No problem.
Submit Guest & Dietary Info Here: Google Form
We kindly ask that you submit your responses by August 8, 2025, to allow our team and catering partners ample time to prepare.
Transportation & Parking
Self-Driving:
Free guest parking is available at the back side (West side) of the Arboretum.
Shuttle Service:
Optional shuttles will be running both evenings, with pickup starting around 3:30 PM from each of our four partner accommodations. Return shuttles will depart between 8:30 – 9:30 PM.
Note: If you wish to arrive or depart at a different time or from another location, please arrange your own transportation.
Accommodation Options
We’ve partnered with four unique accommodations to offer a range of comfort, location, and style — all with special discounted rates for our dinner guests:
Event Fundraiser
Proceeds from additional drink sales and optional donations will go directly to support the Badlands Trail Society, helping them grow and expand trail access into 2026 and beyond.
What to Expect
- A thoughtfully curated evening of food, drink, and storytelling
- Networking opportunities with local producers, creatives, and community leaders
- A relaxing outdoor setting to enjoy the late summer season
Stay Connected
We’ll be sharing updates over the coming months — including behind-the-scenes looks at our vendors, sneak peeks of the menu, and special guest stories.
Bookmark this page for the most up-to-date event information.
Questions? Contact Danny at tad@traveldrumheller.com.