Giant Roadside Attractions to See Across Alberta – the Food Edition!

By Nerissa McNaughton on August 23, 2024.

Let's explore some of Alberta's most iconic food-themed roadside attractions, discover how to get there, and learn where to satisfy your taste buds or how to be inspired by these roadside delights.

Giant Mundare Sausage

First on our list is the impressive Giant Mundare Sausage. Standing tall in the town of Mundare, this 42-foot sausage is a tribute to the region's rich Ukrainian heritage and love for savoury smoked meats. As you marvel at this colossal sausage, make sure to visit Stawnichy’s Mundare Sausage for some mouth watering products.

• How to get there: Located in the heart of Mundare, you'll find the giant sausage at the corner of 50 Street and 50 Avenue.
• Check out: the history of Stawnichy’s

Smoky Lake Pumpkin Park

Next up is the Smoky Lake Pumpkin Park. This whimsical attraction celebrates the town’s annual Great White North Pumpkin Fair.

• How to get there: You'll find this attraction in Smoky Lake, along the Iron Horse Trail.
• Try making: Chef John’s delicious Pumpkin Braised Pork as a nod to the town's pumpkin festivities.

The World’s Largest Mushrooms – Vilna, Alberta

Head over to Vilna to see the World's Largest Mushrooms. These 20-foot tall fungi are a tribute to the mushroom-picking heritage of the area.

• How to get there: These giant mushrooms are located at the corner of Main Street and 50th Avenue. Discover more about them on Travel Alberta.
• Grab a bite: at Porky's Side Street Café and enjoy some homestyle cooking.

The Glendon Perogy

The next stop is in Glendon, where you can’t miss the world's largest perogy, complete with a fork! This giant Ukrainian dumpling is a must-see.

• How to get there: The giant perogy is located in Glendon, Alberta, at Pyrogy Park.
• Food tip: learn how to fold the perfect perogy.

Giant Edmonton Milk Bottle

In Edmonton, you'll find the Giant Milk Bottle, which was a nostalgic tribute to the city's dairy history.

• This is a former landmark. Read more about history on Read the Plaque.
• Recipe tip: try making some classic milk tea bubble tea to enjoy a refreshing treat.

Cream Can and Wheat in Markerville, Alberta

Markerville is home to a giant cream can and wheat sculpture, celebrating the area's agricultural history.

• How to get there: Find this near the Markerville Creamery Museum.
• Local spot: visit the Markerville Creamery Museum to learn more and sample some locally made dairy products.

Taber’s Giant Corn Stalk

Lastly, don’t miss Taber’s Giant Corn Stalk, a tribute to the region’s famous sweet corn.

• How to get there: You can find the giant corn stalk at 4712-50 Street along a walking trail. More information is available on the Town of Taber’s website.
• Food tip: grab some fresh Taber corn from Johnson Fresh Farms and enjoy it grilled or in your favourite corn recipe.

Exploring Alberta's giant food attractions is not only a fun road trip adventure but also a delightful culinary journey. So, pack your bags, hit the road, and make sure to savour the local flavours each town has to offer!

Nerissa McNaughton is a freelance writer and a contributor to Great West Media. This story was written for the Great West Media & Southern Alberta Newspapers Hot Summer Guide advertising feature. The Hot Summer Guide is a special feature about summer activities, bucket list adventures, staycation options, road trips, attractions, events, and road trip-worthy food & beverage destinations across Alberta. It is not written by and does not necessarily reflect the views of the editorial staff.