Festivals - Edmonton

Upcoming festivals in Edmonton.

Sourdough Raft Race
09 Aug

Terwillegar Dog Park, 10 Rabbit Hill Road NW, Edmonton

August 9, 2026

FREE

Join us for the 60th Annual Sourdough Raft Race! Edmonton’s Favourite River Water Fight! Enter a raft into the floating water fight down the river, or come… Read more…

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15 Aug

Various Farms, Alberta

August 15, 2026 To August 16, 2026

Free & Ticketed Events

Alberta Open Farm Days is about farmers and ranchers inviting their urban and rural neighbours to stop in for a visit to share stories, see demonstrations, and… Read more…

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15 Aug

Various Venues, Edmonton

August 15, 2026 To September 15, 2026

Free & Ticketed

Edmonton Mural Festival returns in 2026. Experience a burst of colour and creativity throughout the city as local and international artists turn Edmonton into an open-air gallery!… Read more…

Edmonton Marathon
16 Aug

Downtown Edmonton

August 16, 2026

$12.86 & up

The Edmonton Marathon includes: Marathon Half Marathon Army 10K 5K Fun Run and Walk 1K Fun Run and Walk Who is it for? All ages – Family… Read more…

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20 Aug

Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, 9999 Grierson Hill NW, Edmonton

August 20, 2026 To August 23, 2026

Free & Ticketed Events

From dragon boat races on the North Saskatchewan to fiery lion dance finales in Chinatown HOW MUCH Tickets: Free & Ticketed Events How to get tickets? Buy Online… Read more…

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22 Aug

Ice District, Edmonton

August 22, 2026

Free

After 7 long years, the Edmonton Pride Parade is BACK — more colourful, and fabulous than ever before! Join thousands of 2SLGBTQ+ community members, allies, and supporters… Read more…

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28 Aug

Fan Park @ Ice District, 10104 104 Ave NW, Edmonton

August 28, 2026 To August 29, 2026

Republic Live, the internationally acclaimed and multi-award-winning live entertainment company behind the Boots and Hearts Music Festival and OEG Sports & Entertainment (OEGSE), a North American leader… Read more…

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29 Aug

Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, 9999 Grierson Hill NW, Edmonton

August 29, 2026

Free

Experience the soul of Jerk & Jollof Fest through unforgettable moments. Four signature activities that bring families together to play and bond over healthy competitions. Read more…

01 Sep

Across Alberta, CA

September 1, 2026 To September 30, 2026

Free

Alberta Culture Days will feature hundreds of free, hands-on, interactive activities that invite the public to discover their inner artist, experience their heritage, and celebrate what it… Read more…

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06 Sep

FanPark at ICE District, 10104 104 Ave NW, Edmonton

September 6, 2026

On Sunday, September 6, Foundation Series takes over FanPark at ICE District for a special long weekend open-air experience featuring one of dance music’s biggest global stars,… Read more…

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13 Sep

Strathcona County Community Centre - Agora, 401 Festival Lane, Sherwood Park

September 13, 2026

780-893-0389

Free admission

Get ready to savour the best of Strathcona County! Savour is a much-loved community celebration of local food, art, and music, and this year, we’re turning up… Read more…

18 Sep

Edmonton Expo Centre, 7515 118 Ave NW, Edmonton

September 18, 2026 To September 20, 2026

Varies

EDMONTON EXPO is a three-day Comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming event that attracts tens of thousands of people in Edmonton, Alberta at the Edmonton Expo Centre.… Read more…

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25 Sep

Currents of Windermere Town Square, 6183 Currents Drive NW, Edmonton

September 25, 2026 To September 27, 2026

Free

Get ready for a sensory journey packed with mouthwatering dishes, captivating performances, and cultural experiences like no other. Read more…

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07 Oct

Various Locations, Edmonton

October 7, 2026 To October 10, 2026

Varies

Whether you’re a seasoned rodeo veteran or a first-time spectator, CFR is where champions rise, and memories are forged in the dust of the arena. Read more…