Weekend Activities and Events in Edmonton and Alberta Capital Region
April 19 to 21, 2024
A digest of What’s On in and around Edmonton during this weekend including free family activities, weekend events & activities for kids, live music, performing arts & theatre and sports events.
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I. Family Events & Activities
Winspear Centre, 4 Sir Winston Churchill Square NW, Edmonton
April 21, 2024
780.428.1414
$5 - $10
Join Ms. Kate for a musical morning and meet musicians from the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. Together, you’ll sing, laugh, and be amazed by all the things ... »
Spruce Grove Grain Elevator, 120 Railway Avenue, Spruce Grove
April 19, 2024 To April 28, 2024
All Day Wristband. $40.00
Join Wild Rose Shows Inc. at the first annual Spring Carnival Fundraiser in support of the iconic Spruce Grove Elevator! Help the Ag Society by riding the ... »
Art Gallery of Alberta, 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton
April 19, 2024
Free
Hear ye, hear ye! Calling all teens! Let it be known throughout the land that your presence is requested at the AGA’s next Teen Night on ... »
Edmonton EXPO Centre, 7515 118 Ave NW, Edmonton
February 15, 2024 To April 28, 2024
Varies
Immersive Disney Animation is an innovative celebration that takes you inside the greatest films of Walt Disney Animation Studios, from their very earliest, groundbreaking features to the ... »
Ongoing Family Events:
- Kidding Around: A Improv Show for Families: In this show, the kids are the stars! We’re all about embracing the giggles and letting your little ones unleash their creativity. no need to sit quietly in your chair for this show! Every Saturday until June 22nd at 1:30 PM at the Rapid Fire Theatre Exchange.
Other Family Activities
Telus World of Science
- Imax theatre: Shows
Drop- in Programs:
Edmonton Recreation – When & Where
St Albert – Schedule
Strathcona County – Schedule
Fun at EPL
Get an EPL card online and use these 10 Free Edmonton Public Library Services. Details
In-Person Events at EPL
II. Live Music & Concerts
MacEwan University Alberta College Campus, 10050 MacDonald Drive NW, Edmonton
April 15, 2024 To May 1, 2024
Free
The 116th Annual Edmonton Music & Speech Arts Festival (formerly known as the Edmonton Kiwanis Music Festival) creates over 2,500 opportunities for over 20,000 music students, actors, musicians, and ... »
Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Boulevard NW Edmonton
April 19, 2024
$17.87 – $28.41
Immerse yourself in the journey of the Cosmopolitan Music Society Wednesday Band — a novice-to-intermediate level ensemble that prioritizes Cosmo’s commitment to musical education! Join us at ... »
Winspear Centre, 4 Sir Winston Churchill Square NW, Edmonton
April 19, 2024
780.428.1414
$36.50 - $72.50
Experience Tchaikovsky’s enchanting Symphony No. 2, which features his favourite folk tunes and is filled with dramatic moments that will keep you on the edge of your ... »
Union Hall, 6240 99 St NW, Edmonton
April 19, 2024
$30.25
Öwnboss, the stage name of Eduardo Fornasa Zaniolo, is a Brazilian electronic dance music producer and DJ from Florianópolis, Santa Catarina. He is best known for ... »
Trinity Lutheran Church, 10014 81 Avenue NW, Edmonton
April 20, 2024
$26.00 – $51.00
The most recent winners of the Banff International String Quartet competition, these four talented graduates of the Juilliard School offer their fresh and innovative take on classical ... »
Parkview Community League, 9135 146 Street NW, Edmonton
April 20, 2024
$14.00 - $27.00
Pharis and Jason Romero are pure craftspeople and top-notch musicians. They’ve won four Juno awards (2023 JUNO for Best Trad Roots Album Tell ‘Em You Were Gold) ... »
Winspear Centre, 4 Sir Winston Churchill Square NW, Edmonton
April 20, 2024 To April 21, 2024
$36.50 - $112.50
Tchaikovsky’s joyful Symphony No. 2 is filled with his favourite folk tunes and bursting with youthful optimism. Clara Schumann wrote her glittering Piano Concerto when she was ... »
West Meadows Baptist Church, 9333 199 St NW, Edmonton
April 20, 2024
7802570390
55 - 100
Experience the harmonies of the Philippine Madrigal Singers as they grace Edmonton with their unparalleled artistry. Join us for an evening of spellbinding performances from a choir ... »
Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 11455 87 Ave. NW, Edmonton
April 20, 2024
$59 - $150+fees
Sarah McLachlan is one of the most celebrated singer songwriters in entertainment with over 40 million albums sold worldwide. She has received three Grammy Awards and twelve Juno ... »
Rogers Place, 10220 - 104 Avenue, Edmonton
April 20, 2024
$59 - $400+fees
. Ahmed Ololade, known professionally as Asake, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He is signed to YBNL Nation and Empire Distribution. His stage name “Asake” is his ... »
Edmonton Convention Centre, 9797 Jasper Ave, Edmonton
April 21, 2024
$11.00 – $21.00
The Concordia Symphony Orchestra joins Vancouver-based sitarist and composer Mohamed Assani in his work Scheherazade for sitar and orchestra. The ensemble once again unites Eastern and Western ... »
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III. Theatre & Performing Arts
Citadel Theatre, 9828 101A Avenue NW, Edmonton
April 20, 2024 To May 12, 2024
$35.00 – $125.00
Adapted from the novel by Alexandre Dumas, this comedy follows the swashbuckling adventures of Athos, Porthos, Aramis and the young, brave D’Artagnan. Newly arrived to Paris, ... »
Gateway Theatre, 8529 Gateway Boulevard NW, Edmonton
April 19, 2024 To April 20, 2024
$12.00 – $15.00
The Edmonton Region of the Alberta Drama Festival Association (ADFA) proudly presents its Stage Struck! One Act Play Festival. The 2024 festival will feature nine plays, including six ... »
Backstairs Burger, 11998 109a Ave NW, Edmonton
April 19, 2024
780-566-1896
$25 plus fees
The YEG phenomenon that captivated sold-out audiences for 6 months straight in 2023 is teaming up to present a night of magic, comedy and delicious burgers. Prepare to have ... »
The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, Edmonton
April 18, 2024 To April 21, 2024
$18.50 - $69.50
Derek Gaines was born in California, but found his comedy chops while growing up in Philadelphia. He currently calls New York City his home where he regularly ... »
River Cree Resort & Casino, 300 East Lapotac Blvd, Enoch
April 18, 2024 To April 20, 2024
$36.75 - $63+fees
Thunder from Down Under is a world-renowned Australian male revue known for its high-energy performances and charismatic entertainers. With a massive global fan base, the group has ... »
Walterdale Theatre, 10322-83 Ave NW, Edmonton
April 17, 2024 To April 27, 2024
7804393058
$20 - 25
A young married couple decide to kick their hilariously bad swearing habit before their baby is born but that’s not their only obstacle. This heartwarming story ... »
Backstage Theatre, 10330 84 Ave NW, Edmonton
April 16, 2024 To April 27, 2024
$25
Written and performed by Kahlil Ashanti, Basic Training chronicles Ashanti’s time on tour as a comedian, actor, dancer, and soldier while enlisted in the U.S. ... »
Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 2061 - 8882 170 Street, Edmonton
April 12, 2024 To June 16, 2024
780-484-2424
$44.95 - $81.95
Jubilations Dinner Theatre presents The Beach Boys of Summer. Get ready to be transported back to summer with a show that celebrates the iconic Beach Boys and ... »
The Pendennis Building, 9660 Jasper Ave, Edmonton
April 11, 2024 To April 21, 2024
$25
The Pillowman by Martin McDonagh. A rare chance to see this stunning play by the writer of such films as ‘In Bruges’ and ‘The Banshees of Inisherin’. ... »
Mayfield Dinner Theatre, 16615, 109 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton
April 9, 2024 To June 16, 2024
$96 & up
GREASE IS THE WORD! Get ready to hand jive – the most iconic rockabilly musical in the world is coming to the Mayfield! It’s 1959 – the era of ... »
Northern Light Theatre, 203, 10816A - 82 Ave, Edmonton
April 5, 2024 To April 20, 2024
$38.85 + Fees
Northern Light Theatre presents… “The town of Black Falls has awakened to the realization that they have a serial killer problem. Candy Reese and her little brother ... »
The Roxy Theatre, 10708 124 St, Edmonton
April 4, 2024 To April 21, 2024
$23.50 – $57.00
“Paint gold in the part of me that is broken. Let my faultline shine, these golden precious scars are fine, divine, and mine.” Joe and his dog ... »
Citadel Theatre, 9828 101 A Avenue, Edmonton
March 30, 2024 To April 21, 2024
$40.25 & up
A gripping reimagination of events the night before the assassination of the civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. On April 3, 1968, after delivering one of his ... »
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III. Sports & Related Events
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IV. Exhibitions, Festivals & Other Events
Central Lions Recreation Centre, 11113 113 St NW, Edmonton
April 21, 2024
$5-$10
The Edmonton Record Fair Spring 2024 edition takes place on April 21st! The biggest vinyl event of the year featuring dozens of sellers, hundreds of buyers, thousands and ... »
Old Strathcona Performing Arts Center , 8426 Gateway Boulevard Northwest, Edmonton
April 20, 2024
Free
An alternative night market with 85 vendors, artists, distilleries, food trucks and vendors. Door prizes! Free entry. All ages. Who is it for? All ages HOW MUCH Tickets : ... »
Mill Woods Seniors Association, 2610 Hewes Way NW, Edmonton
April 20, 2024 To April 21, 2024
780-496-2997
Free admission
Spring 2024 Rummage Sale is an annual fundraising event for Mill Woods Seniors Association. Proceeds from sales support programs and services for seniors in the community. Shop for ... »
Collins Studio Gallery, 11741-94 Street Edmonton
April 20, 2024
pay-what-you-can
This experimental outing that celebrates more than five years of pot legalization in Canada stars sequencer sound artist Stephen Sereda, who also fronts the duo SWILL and ... »
Edmonton Expo Centre, 7515 118 Avenue NW, Edmonton
April 20, 2024 To April 21, 2024
$10.47 to $15.60
Welcome to Balance, Alberta’s first Indigenous Health and Wellness Expo. Join us on April 20 & 21 at the Edmonton EXPO Centre to discover all things Indigenous health ... »
Reuse Centre, 6835 83 St NW, Edmonton
April 20, 2024
587-989-4846
Free
The Reuse Centre is hosting an Earth Day Expo. Come check out our wasteless market and find unique items made by local vendors with reusable materials. We ... »
Various Stores, Canada
April 20, 2024
Free Admission
Record Store Day is a day that celebrates independent record stores all over the world with parties, in-store performances and special releases. It’s a day that ... »
Edmonton EXPO Centre, 7515 118 Ave NW, Edmonton
April 19, 2024 To April 21, 2024
$30 & up
Join over 200 of the best local & international artists for a full weekend of amazing tattooing, unique retail exhibits, jaw-dropping entertainment, and celebrity artists. There will be entertainment, ... »
A. J. Ottewell Centre, 590 Broadmoor Blvd, Sherwood Park
April 19, 2024 To April 21, 2024
Free
Swing into Spring Art Show/Sale showcase some of Strathcona County’s most unique artists! Swing into Spring Art Show/Sale is focused on creativity, community and ... »
Duggan Community Hall, 3728 - 106 Street, Edmonton
April 19, 2024 To April 21, 2024
Free. Donations kindly accepted
Carving show and competition April 19-21. Over 130 entries to enjoy. There will also be demos, a carvers garage sale, vendors and a concession. Admission is free for ... »
Servus Credit Union Place, 400 Campbell Road, St. Albert
April 19, 2024 To April 21, 2024
$3
175+ Vendors, Bouncy Castles, Petting Zoo, Stamp Around Scavenger Hunt, St. Albert Talent Show Case, Taste of St. Albert, And More! »
Art Gallery of Alberta, 2 Sir Winston Churchill Sq, Edmonton
April 6, 2024 To June 2, 2024
$10 to $14
Exhibiting artworks created by a group of 11 emerging artists, alumni of the University of Alberta Faculty of Extension Visual Arts certificate Program, who studied the Introductory Watercolour ... »
Fort Edmonton Park, 7000 143 St NW, Edmonton
March 3, 2024 To December 5, 2024
$65 (plus service fee & GST)
Venture into the shadows of the Fort Complex and 1885 Street as your guides teach you the basics of investigating paranormal activity. Learn the fundamentals of conducting paranormal ... »
Borealis Gallery, Legislative Assembly Visitor Centre, 9820 107 Street, Edmonton
May 20, 2023 To May 1, 2024
7804277362
Free
Discover insights into Alberta’s unique connections to Canada’s constitutional monarchy through the frame of a masterful work of art. The centrepiece of Service, Ceremony and ... »
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you forget to mention the downtown farmers market ! it’s been open for years
and has a Xmas market 🙂
Great website! I just wish it had an RSS feed
Ive made this my favourite as it is so comprehensive thanks so much!
Can’t think of anything to do because I have no imagination, but I don’t need one because I have this site. We have tried so many new things because of u guys! You ROCK, thanks so much for having this
Good things to get into.
Keep it going – this is a very good list that I check almost every weekend 🙂
Don’t forget about FC Edmonton playing Canada Day against the Halifax Wanders in Canada’s new soccer league the CPL. Canadian premier League.
Keep it going – I use this site almost every weekend 🙂
I love this site, thanks!
Excellent information! Thank you!
99 ave – 113 street – https://www.facebook.com/2011973922243586/videos/2814732311885425/?modal=admin_todo_tour
This site help me to plan our stay’s in Edmonton Thank you it means so much
Honestly, this site is indispensable when it comes to finding activities for kids every weekend. I just type “things” in my search bar and this is the first result now ^^;
Deadmonton is now located on Gateway Blvd …..
7031 103 st.
Check it out It is awesome!!
Really enjoy this site! Keep up the awesome work!
The United Conservative Party and the Spirit of Edmonton are both hosting tailgate parties at the Eskimos game on Saturday in the west parking lot from 2:30 to 4:30 – both events are free
You guys forgot Yeg pinball may 4,5 & 6
You mention the Generous Land event at Trinity Lutheran Church, but you have the wrong address – it should be 81 Ave instead of 84.
Thank you, corrected!
Thank you! The webpage was not updated and dates were last year’s. It is on 9, 16 & 23 for this year.
For the sleigh rides on whyte ave it says saturdays but the 3rd 10th and 17th are sundays
Very Comprehensive
We use this site most weekends to check out what to do. When we didn’t have kids we went to some events and now others with our little guy. This site clearly is a lot of background set up. We very much appreciate it!
Not to forget the last few days for IMPULSE+LOOP in The Quarter held by Nuit Blanche!
Great website!
Things for free and things for $
Thanks whoever did their homework on this one. Makes my trip from cold lake so much easier to plan 🙂
Great one stop view on what to do.
I don’t see Afro fest advertised for June 3 and 4, 2017
DEADMONTON,
iF YOUR NOT RICH YOUR ENTERTAINMENT IS LTD.
WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU WENT TO AN OILERS GAME?
WE CANT, CANT AFFORD IT! OR HALF THE OTHER THINGS OFFERED, THIS IS LIFE IN EDMONTON !!! BOARING……
Devonian botanical gardens is in devon,ab not spruce grove
Fantastic website!! Been in Edmonton 7 years, some things I had heard of and some I had not. It’s great to find a site that offers us so many choices of things to do.
Well done and very informative
This is a great website keep up the good work!!
Good comment Kat! We dont need negative people in our beautiful city!