Saskatoon
A weekly digest of What’s On in Saskatoon this weekend including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, sports and exhibitions: Friday, July 28 – Sunday, July 30, 2017. Few weekday events are also listed.
I. Family & Kids’ Events
1. Ghost walks
As night falls in the Battlefords and you head out to the fort the only light comes from the lantern carried by your tour guide. Do you believe in ghosts? Join us and other curious ghost hunters for a lantern-lit adventure and explore the fort after hours. Hear stories of the ghosts who taunt staff and visitors alike at this historic site. Details
Friday, July 28, 2017
Fort Battleford National Historic Site
Special event fees may apply
2. Cultural Diversity Night
Celebrate diversity in Saskatoon at this performance that will feature special guest artists on the community stage and food and fun for everyone! Details
Friday, July 28, 2017 | 5:00 PM
6:00 PM | African Princess Dance Troupe
6:20 PM | Chinese Cultural Experience
6:40PM | Glenlily Highland Dancers
7:00 PM | Flamencos Dance
7:30 – 8:30 PM | first act of Shakespeare production
8:45 – 9:45 PM | second act of Shakespeare production.
9:45 PM – 11:00PM | Post-show celebration with live entertainment and free catered food
Centennial 360 Community Stage
Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan
Spadina Crescent, Saskatoon
Tickets: $16 – $24
3. General Activities
1. Leisure Centres
Enjoy the many free activities offered at City of Saskatoon’s Leisure centres.
2. At the library
Saskatoon Public library offers plenty of free activities to choose from for all ages including toddler story times. Plan ahead to attend some of the free activities in the following weekends:
Details and link for registration.
3. Saturday Open house at The Observatory
The Observatory at University of Saskatchewan is open year-round, free of charge, on Saturday nights so that visitors may view celestial objects through the telescope.
4. A Taste of Science highlights the role science plays in delaying food decay and keeping food nutritious and safe for us to eat. June 12 – September 12, 2017 @ Western Development Museum
5. Summer at the WDM Saskatoon from July 13 – August 27, 2017
4. Movies
Cineplex Family Favourites
See a cineplex family favourite on Saturday @ 11:00 AM for $2.99
Summer Blockbuster Family Movies
More To Do
II. Live Music
1. The Residuals
Dakota Dunes Casino is proud to celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday with some of Saskatchewan’s best and brightest artists. Join us in our lounge each Thursday in July for great performances by Black Rain, Andino Suns, Brock Andrews, and The Residuals. Details
Thursday, July 27, 2017 | 6:00 PM
Dakota Dunes Casino, 204 Dakota Dunes Way, Whitecap
No Cover
2. Burning Love!
Rory Allen’s Tribute to Elvis. Details
Friday, July 28, 2017 | Doors – 5:30pm | Dinner – 6:30pm | Show – 8pm
Dakota Dunes Casino, 204 Dakota Dunes Way, Whitecap
$45
3. A Flock of Seagulls
Friday, July 28, 2017 | 8:00 PM
Saskatoon Event Centre, 1201 Alberta Ave, Saskatoon
$35
III. Theatre & Performing Arts
1. Mr. E. Miracle
Over 40 years of studying magic has led to a clean and unique blend of magic mixed with humour. This style is suited to up and close personal experiences as well as stage magic. The experience shared will leave you amazed, astounded, and filled with wonder. Once you are watching closely is when it gets even more interesting. The pledges, turns, and prestige offered are yours, younger or older, for fun and entertainment. Details
Sunday, July 30, 2017 | 06:45 PM
Centennial 360 Community Stage
Free
2. Experience Chinese Culture
Enjoy a wonderful line up of Chinese Cultural events! Chinese Opera ( Hua Tian Cuo: Mistake in the flower field) by Yi Wang; Chinese Traditional cultural dance by Jing Yang; QiPao Show by “little sun shines”; Lion Dance. Details
Sunday, July 30, 2017 | 12:15 PM
Centennial 360 Community Stage
Free
3. Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan
Each summer, two full-length plays are performed in repertory by professional artists, in large tents on the banks of the beautiful South Saskatchewan River in the heart of Saskatoon. Details
Twelfth Night | July 5 – August 20, 2017
Richard III | July 6 – August 19, 2017
Big white tents off Spadina Crescent
Tickets: $16 – $24
4. Cohesion – Dance on the Saskatchewan Series
“Cohesion”, a show that unites two very distinct and separate forms of dance together in one space. Cohesion between two individual artists that both work and practice in Saskatchewan. One, Lina Kazan a flamenco dancer and co-founder/ artistic director of Flamenco Borealis Music & Dance Inc. and Tatum Wildeman, an emerging contemporary artist and artistic director of the The Saskatchewan Dance Project. Details
Monday, July 31, 2017 | 7:30 PM
Shakespeare On The Saskatchewan, Saskatoon
Adult $20, Seniors and Youth $15
IV. Exhibitions/ Other Events
1. Cocktails and Sunset
Take an evening to enjoy inspired cocktails with Sommelier Matthew Lapointe from Co-op Wine Spirits and Beer. Learn about classic and modern cocktails that are both refreshing and fun. We will be tasting cocktails that are highlighted with fresh ingredients, local inspiration and refreshing flavors perfect for a summer cruise on the beautiful Saskatchewan River. Details
Saturday, July 29, 2017 | 7:00 PM
The Prairie Lily, Saskatoon
$50
V. Night Life Events / Dinner
1. Club Events / Nightlife
Friday, July 28, 2017
- We Were Lovers w/ The Faps and Alex Bent & The Emptiness @ Amigos Cantina
- Dangerous Cheese @ Buds on Broadway
- Gnar Gnars(Victoria)Plus [email protected]Vangelis Tavern
- [email protected] Legion, 3021 Louise Street
Saturday, July 29, 2017
- Dustin Penny @ Buds on Broadway
- Wenches & Rogues w/ Charger & Degree of Being @ Capitol Music Club
- Spectacle @ Nutana Legion, 3021 Louise Street
- TSAR Showcase w/ Cheap Wood, Hannah Scheu, The Van Outfront @ The Underground Cafe
Sunday, July 30, 2017
- Road to SummerSlam – Instant Slam! @ Amigos
- Sunday Night Acoustic Jam @ Buds on Broadway
We do try to make the listings as accurate as possible, but there might be oversight errors/ events may be cancelled or postponed without any notice. Verify all details from concerned event Websites/officials.
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