Edmonton 
For current weekend activities, see Things to do this Weekend in Edmonton
I. Family Events & Activities
1. Green and Gold
Celebrate the green and gold and we don’t mean the Edmonton Eskimos – it is almost St Patrick’s Day! Join us for an hour-long guided program, where you can make your own pot o’ gold and play a fun game with some “sweet” prizes, or drop-in to do some self-directed St Patrick’s Day crafts and activities, including a “green” hunt, rainbow collage, and more!
2. Vaudeville Madness
Come in out of the cold and transform those winter blahs into oohs and ahhs all in support of the 2015 edition of StreetFest. A variety of unique and amazing performances will delight every member of the audience…young and old. The show features circus, comedy, music, magic and the sense of the spontaneous that is synonymous with the Edmonton International Street Performers Festival. Details
3. Garth Prince
Family Concert. Garth Prince is a multiple award-winning songwriter, humanitarian, and performer whose angelic voice and passion for music is deeply rooted in his humble beginnings. His engaging live performances entertain, educate, and share the wonders, visuals, joy, culture, and beauty of his African roots in song, stories, and audience participation.
4. The Great Pastry Caper
Come enjoy the fun, active winter activities for the whole family! Come ready to enjoy skiing, food and fun as you search for clues. Curious? Details will be a guarded secret until event day!
II. Adult/ Youth Events
1. Live Music
See Live Music in Edmonton for more details.
Nickelback @ Rexall Place.
Violin & Cello, The Music of Michael Colgrass @ Winspear Centre.
The Gospel Side of Elvis @ Arden Theatre
Dave Gunning @ Saint Basil’s Cultural Centre
Vaughan String Quartet & Love Found & Love Lost @ Holy Trinity Anglican Church
Turboprop, Assaf Kehati Trio @ Yardbird Suite
Mark Sterling @ Festival Place
Composition Concert @ John L. Haar Theatre
Let it Be: A Celebration of the Music of The Beatles @ Northern Jubilee Auditorium
Guitar Band @John L. Haar Theatre
A Tribute to Liberace @ La Cite Francophone (L’Unitheatre)
2. Performing Arts
Events this weekend include
Celebrate Classics – Shumka @ Northern Jubilee Auditorium.
Tomas Kubinek @ Maclab Centre for the Performing Arts
Dido and Aeneas, the Opera @ Concordia University College
First Time Last Time @ Varscona Theatre
Expanse Festival@ ATB Financial Arts Barns
Vigilante @ Maclab Theatre
The 11 O’Clock Number @ Varscona Theatre,10329 83 Ave, Edmonton
See Performing Arts in March article for more details.
III. Sports & Related Events
1. Red Bull Crashed Ice
Ice Cross Downhill World Championship. The top ice cross downhill athletes from across Canada and around the globe will hurtle down the urban ice track built with massive drops, gaps, steps, and hairpin turns in front of thousands of roaring fans – all for the chance to win Red Bull Crashed Ice glory.
2. 2015 Youth Indoor Alberta Soccer Provincial Championship
U12 – U16
3. 2015 Edmonton Flatstick™ Hockey Tournament
The Flatstick Tournament is a street hockey tournament played using wooden sticks. Rules are simplified hockey rules with “play on” soccer style carding rules to assure fast, fair and clean play. Each player recieves a stick, a ball, an official Flatstick Tournament toque and an exclusive pass to the rink area on Saturday night to watch the Red Bull Crashed Ice finals on the big screen in Winston Churchill Square. –
4. Winter Warrior Challenge
Anyone can play in the mud but only Canada’s toughest warriors can battle through below-freezing temperatures to conquer the course and the elements. Be a part of a uniquely Canadian obstacle course challenge and raise funds for The Rainbow Society of Alberta.
5. Edmonton Rush
6. St. Patrick`s Day Trail Run
5K Pot of Gold Run and 10K Good Luck Run, 5K Leprechaun Walk and a 10K Shamrock Walk. Enjoy this annual celebration of Spring and St. Patrick’s Day even further, by taking in the terrific post-race breakfast inside the Hangar building of Fort Edmonton Park.
IV. Exhibitions & Other Events
1. Edmonton Boat & Sportsmen’s Show
Western Canada’s Biggest and Best Boat & Outdoors Show! Family activities: Trout pond fishing, Alberta Birds of prey, & Scavenger hunt.
Sunday, March 15th, 2015 | 10:00 AM – 05:00PM
Juniors (6 – 15) / Seniors ( 65+) $10.00
Children (5 -): Free. Tickets at the door, The Fishin’ Hole Stores,
Education & Career Fair at Shaw Conference Centre on March 12
2. St Patrick’s Dance
The “Black Velvet Show Band” performs Irish, Celtic and a mix of Rock & Roll. Opening The McGarrigles.
3. Farewell to Winter Patio Party
Whether you enjoy basking in the sun, savouring the night time glow wrapped in a blanket, or warming up with a warm drink in the cool air, there’s a patio in Edmonton ready to help you give old man winter the old heave-ho. So, wave goodbye to the official end of winter with Edmonton’s Second Annual Farewell to Winter Patio Party.
4. The Snow Ball
Enjoy the elegance of the Prince Of Wales Armouries Heritage Centre at this formal ballroom event. Casual Dress – gowns and tuxedos optional. Music by “The Romantics”. Light refreshments will be served.
5. Bead Market
Come and find your unique beading supplies. Bring your family and friends. Shop together, design together and beading together. Details
6. Brazilian Carnaval 2015
We will have Brazilian food and drinks, live music by Edmonton’s Brazil Nuts, and dance performances from Estrela do Brasil (Calgary) and Samba Edmonton!
7. 2015 Wedding Showcase
Are you getting married or know someone who is? This is a special invitation for Brides, Grooms and Special Event Planners in the Edmonton area. The Wedding Showcase gives you an opportunity to view our exquisite banquet space, taste our delectable culinary offerings, sample some divine wines, and meet some of our most trusted vendor partners. Guys, while your ladies are in complete awe, we did not forget about you! Relax and check out the DJ information while you enjoy the feature beer tastings and munchies in the Men’s Zone located in the Aurora Lounge! Details
8. Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Experience the beauty, fragility, and array of life on our planet through the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition at the Royal Alberta Museum.