Events in Edmonton – May 29 – 31, 2015

For current weekend activities, see Things to do this Weekend in Edmonton

 

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Family Day Trip Ideas (~2 hrs south of Edmonton):

Spring on the Farm @ Sunny Brook Farm Museum, Red Deer on Saturday, May 30, 2015 | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Asparagus Festival @ Edgar Farms, near Innisfail on May 31, June 7, June 14, 2015 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM and visit Glennifer Lake.

I. Family Events & Activities

1. International Children’s Festival

Building bridges between art, culture and education, this magical five-day festival transforms downtown St. Albert into a world where the only limitation is one’s imagination. From interaction with artists and performers from around the world, to the ability to learn about faraway places and time periods, to the hands-on creation one-of-a-kind artistic masterpieces, this festival is a truly unique family experience.

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May 26 – May 30, 2015

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Downtown St. Albert

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$3.00 – $11.00 (few events are free for adults).

 

2. Migratory Bird Festival

By Wildlife Rehabilitation Society of Edmonton. Activities for families, nature walks, face painting, wildlife information & activities, and gift items for purchase!

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Sunday, May 24, 2015 | 11:00 AM -03:00 PM

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John Janzen Nature Centre, Edmonton

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Free. Donations appreciated.

II. Adult/ Youth Events

1. Live Music

See Live Music in Edmonton for more details.

Beethoven’s Fourth Piano Concerto @ Enmax Hall, Winspear Centre

Iron Butterfly @ Century Casino

Tony Wilson & A Day’s Life Band @ Yardbird Suite

Keith Price Trio & Mira Black @ Yardbird Suite

Sticks & Songs @ Holy Trinity Anglican Church

Kenny Shields & Streetheart @ Century Casino

Choral journey @ Church Street

Chronos Vocal Ensemble @ All Saints’ Anglican Cathedral

WindRose Trio @ Holy Trinity Anglican Church

Jesse Cook – The One World Tour on Sunday, May 31, 2015 | 07:30 PM @ Jubilee Auditorium

Ghost Throats @ Wonderbar, Edmonton on May 30 | 03:00 PM : Feature some of Western Canada’s best emo/post-hardcore/diy minded bands!

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Get tickets for summer music festivals in Edmonton.

2. Performing Arts


See Performing Arts article for more details.

Events this weekend include

Martin Short @ Edmonton Expo Centre

Sleuth @ Varsacona Theatre

A Steady Rain @ C103

30th edition of its annual Film Night: Fallout! Civil Defence Films from the 1950s. Please join us for a free evening of short films from Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom that were used by the Government of Alberta to educate Albertans about nuclear warfare at the height of the Cold War. By Provincial Archives of Alberta.

Saturday, May 30, 2015 | 07:00 PM @Metro Cinema at the Garneau Theatre, 8712-109 Street, Edmonton

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3. NUOVA Opera & Music Theatre Festival

The 2015 Festival will focus on English works, both contemporary and classical, and offer a wider selection of classical musical theatre.

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May 22 – July 4, 2015

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In and around Edmonton.The King’s University, Fort Edmonton Park, Robertson-Wesley United Church, The University of Alberta and Festival Place in Sherwood Park.

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Varies.

III. Sports & Related Events

1. Thoroughbred Racing

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Fridays, May, 2015 | 06:30 PM
Saturdays, May, 2015 | 01:00 PM

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Northlands Park Racetrack & Casino, 7410 Borden Park Road NW, Edmonton.

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Free

 

2. Edmonton Classic Horse Show

Horse jumping competition.

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May 28-31, 2015

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Whitemud Equine Learning Centre, 12505 Keillor Rd, Edmonton

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Free

Pokemon – Alberta Regional Championship @ Four Point Sheraton Edmonton South on May 30, 3015 | 0 – $20.00

3. U of A All Ages Jr. Champs

Tennis.

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May 28-31, 2015

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U of A Outdoor Courts / Saville Centre, Edmonton

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Free

 

4. Edmonton Prospects

Home Opener Vs Medicine Hat Mavericks.

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Saturday, May 30, 2015 | 07:00 PM
Sunday 31 May 2015 | 02:05 PM

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Telus Field, Edmonton

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Ticket prices start at $8 for children and $14 for adults.

MEC Bikefest on Sunday, May 31, 2015 | 11:00 AM – 05:00 PM

5. Runs & Walks

CARSTAR’S Great Strides ™ Walk for Cystic Fibrosis CanadaCARSTAR’S Great Strides ™ Walk for Cystic Fibrosis Canada

We invite you, your family, friends and co-workers to walk with us on Sunday, May 31, 2015 to help find a cure or control for cystic fibrosis.

Sunday, May 31, 2015 | 8:00AM-1:30PM @ Hawrelak park Site 4. , 9930 Groat Rd NW, Edmonton

Run for Women

1K little steps, 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run/Walk on Saturday, May 30, 2015 | 08:30 AM @ Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park, Edmonton.

16th Annual Run Wild for Wildlife

7 KM Run or Run/Walk 3.5 KM on Sunday, May 31, 2015 | 10:00 AM @ John Janzen Nature Centre, Edmonton

Relay For Life 2015

Saturday, May 30, 2015 | 07:00 PM – 07:00 AM @ Parkland Track and Field, Edmonton

IV. Exhibitions & Other Events

1. eek! Fest

A show for Comic, Pop Culture, Lego Enthusiasts, Sci-Fi fans, Artists and Creators everywhere! The weekend also includes Animation Film Festival.

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Saturday, May 30, 2015 | 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Sunday, May 31, 2015 | 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM

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Servus Credit Union Place, 400 Campbell Rd, St Albert

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Adult: $14.99 /$24.99 (weekend pass)
Child: $5.00/$8.00 (weekend pass)

Cup of Compassion: Select locations of Second Cup will donate $0.50 from the sale of each beverage to support the ongoing operations of Sorrentino’s Compassion House, a haven for women travelling to Edmonton for breast cancer treatment. Wednesday, May 27, 2015 | 08:00 AM – 12:00 PM(noon)

2. Edmonton International Cat Festival

One-day festival that brings together cat lovers to celebrate cats and cat culture while supporting important cat rescue organizations including the Edmonton Humane Society, Little Cats Lost, and SAFE Team Rescue.The 2015 Edmonton International Cat Festival will include more adoptable cats, cat videos, cat presentations, cat vendors, and cat-ivities, along with a cat “cafe” and the opportunity for Edmontonians to meet celebrity cat Pudge who will be flying in from Minneapolis!

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Saturday, May 30, 2015 | 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM

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NAIT Gym at 11762 106 Street, Edmonton

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Tickets are $15 in advance; $20 at the door.

Edmonton Craft Beer Fest (June 5 -6) –

3. Edmonton Beauty & Vitality Spring Expose

Entertaining and experiential event where you can explore the latest trends relating to anti-aging, beauty, health, fitness and over-all life-enhancement. Participate in live demonstrations and on-site treatments — from exciting makeovers to rejuvenating massages.

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Saturday, May 30, 2015 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday , May 31, 2015 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Edmonton EXPO Centre at Northlands
7515 – 118 Avenue, Edmonton

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$12.00 at the door.

 

4. 5th annual Medieval May

Displays on Medieval History staffed by club members including armour, artifacts, clothing, feasts, games, helmets, heraldry, melee weapons, pole weapons, ranged weapons, shields, swords and daggers, and more!

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Saturday, May 30, 2015 | 11:00 AM– 4:00 PM

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King Edward Hall, 7708 – 85 Street NW, Edmonton

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$5 per person. Children under 5 free.

Seniors’ Week at Devonian Botanic Garden: Monday, June 1 – Friday, June 5, 2015

5. Calling All Dogs!

Come on out to Play! Warm up for the NACA show. Multiple events. Learn how to warm your dog up, start a puppy off right and more! Brought to you by the Belgian Shepherd Dog Club of Canada, the Irish Setter Club of Canada and Copperhollow Enterprises.

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Sunday, May 31, 2015 | 9:00 AM – 05:00 PM

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Makin’ Trax – 20 Sir Winston Churchill Ave, St Albert, AB

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30.00/20.00/10.00

 

6. Autorama Show & Shine

23rd Annual Autorama Show & Shine in support for Stop Abuse in Families Classic. will feature:

Garage Facade, 200+ Classic vehicles, Hula Hoop contest, Raffle, Silent Auction, Swap table, Automart vendor area
Food, Trophies and prizes and more!

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Sunday, May 31, 2015 | 10:00 AM– 3:00 PM

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St Albert Place, 5 Saint Anne Street, Saint Albert.

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Free

 

7. Night Market

Night Market Edmonton is where compelling strangers come to gather among the wonderful things to enjoy the sweetness of being together.

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Fridays, May to August, 2015 | 07:00 PM – 11:00 PM

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Jasper Avenue and the corner of 105 Street, Edmonton

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Free admission.

 

8. Environment Week Tours of EWMC

EWMC - ToursCelebrate Environment Week with a free guided tour of the world-renowned Edmonton Waste Management Centre (EWMC). Details

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Monday, June 1 to Friday June 5, 2015 | Daily – 02:00 PM & 05:30 PM

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Edmonton Waste Management Centre, 13111 Meridian (1st) Street, Edmonton

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Free. Reservations are required.

 

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