Airdrie (Alberta)

Airdrie is a city of over 61,000 people (2016) in Calgary Region.

Understand
Airdrie was established as a railway siding in 1889 during the construction of the Calgary and Edmonton Railway. It was named for Airdrie, Scotland. In 1901, the first farmhouse and barn were built, followed by a post office and store in that same year. Today, Airdrie is a bedroom community and industrial centre.

By plane
Airdrie is served by the Airdrie Airport, a private airport with no scheduled flights. The closest major airport is the Calgary International Airport.

By car
It is north of Calgary in the Calgary–Edmonton Corridor at the intersection of Queen Elizabeth II Highway (Highway 2) and Highway 567. Highway 567 provides access to Cochrane to the west and Irricana to the east. Highway 72 intersects Highway 2 just north of Airdire and alternate route between Calgary and Drumheller.

Get around
Local bus service is provided by Airdrie Transit, $2.25 (Apr 2018). Airdrie Transit operates three local routes on a 30-minute frequency during high demand morning and afternoon times, and a 60-minute frequency at all other times.

See
Airdrie's primary cultural venues include the Nose Creek Valley Museum and the Bert Church Live Theatre.



Eat