Nestled in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies at an elevation of 1,185 metres (3,888 ft), Millarville sits along the route of the Cowboy Trail (Highway 22) in Foothills County, Alberta. The hamlet lies roughly 11 kilometres north of Turner Valley and approximately 35 kilometres southwest of Calgary’s city limits, placing it within easy reach of one of Canada’s largest cities while retaining its quiet foothills character. Access to the community is centred near the intersection of Highway 22 and Highway 549, and the area falls within Census Division No. 6 and the federal riding of Macleod. Millarville’s post office first opened in April 1892, reflecting the community’s long-standing roots in the region. A 2003 municipal census conducted by Foothills County recorded a population of 58 residents. The hamlet is home to Millarville Community School, which serves students from kindergarten through grade eight. Among its best-known attractions is the Millarville Market and Fair, founded in 1907 and hosted by the Millarville Racing and Agricultural Society on land located 1.6 kilometres east of the hamlet along Highway 549. The Leighton Art Centre is another notable destination, featuring a gallery dedicated to Alberta art alongside the preserved home of founders and artists A.C. and Barbara Leighton, as well as a gallery shop offering art and handcrafts.