Edmonton 
I. Family Events & Activities
1. Disney’s Lion King Jr.
The animals of the Pride Lands will welcome Simba, the newborn cub of King Mufasa and Queen Sarabi. All of your favourite characters are here in the Horizon Players’ youth production of Disney’s Lion King Jr., a stage adaptation of the Disney hit film. Come along with us as we bring alive this adventurous story with songs including “Circle of Life”, “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King”, “Hakuna Matata”, and “Can You Feel the Love Tonight”. Details.
May 4 to 13, 2017
Horizon Stage Performing Arts Centre
1001 Calahoo Road, Spruce Grove
$19.50 for all ages.
2. Kids, Animals, & Music
Dive to the depths of the ocean, soar the wide-open skies, and run wild across the plains in this spectacle of sight and sound featuring dazzling visuals projected above the orchestra. We want nature-themed videos and photos from you (our audience!) to project on the big screen during this concert. Send us your own videos or photos of pets doing outrageous things, fun encounters with animals and nature, or simply your own adventures outdoors!! Details.
Saturday, May 6, 2017 | 02:00 PM
Pre-concert Activities from 12:45-1:45 PM
Come early to take part in the Play & Learn activities starting at 12:45pm in the main lobby. The pre-concert events are tailored to fit the theme of the concert and are sure to enrich the afternoon for your entire family.
Winspear Cenre, Edmonton
$15 to $30
3. First 2000 Days Family Festival
Join us for this family fair celebrating the important first 2000 days of every child’s life! There will be activities and free fun for the family, door prizes, information displays and experts on hand to answer your questions regarding a variety of topics, including brain development, nutrition, literacy and play. For children ages birth to five years, with their families. Details.
Saturday, May 6, 2017 | 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM
Ardrossan Recreation Complex, 80 – 1 Avenue
Ardrossan
free
4. Kodomo no hi (Japanese Children’s Day)
Come see giant koinobori flying in the Kurimoto Japanese Garden, make your own carp streamer and other Japanese crafts to take home with you, and listen to Japanese folktales. Enjoy the early spring Garden and be sure to visit the butterflies in our Tropical Showhouse . Details.
Saturday, May 6, 2017 | 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM
University of Alberta Botanic Garden (Devonian Botanic Garden) 51227 AB-60, Parkland County
Regular admission
II. Adult/ Youth Events
1. Live Music
For more details, see Live Music & concerts in Edmonton
1. Benjamin Grosvenor in Recital
Friday, May 5, 2017 | 7:30 PM @ Enmax Hall, Winspear Centre, Edmonton | $24
2. Alleluia!
Saturday, May 7, 2017 | 7:30 PM @ All Saints’ Cathedral, 10035 103 St, Edmonton | $20 for Adults and $15 for Students and Seniors
3. Anton Schwartz Quintet
Friday, May 5, 2017 | 8:00 PM @ Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way, Edmonton | $28
4. A Canadian Roadtrip
Saturday, May 6, 2017 | 3:00 PM @ Sacred Heart Church of the First Peoples, 10821 96 St, Edmonton | $10 to $20
5. Voices from the Edge
Saturday, May 6, 2017 | 7:30 PM @ McDougall United Church, 10025 101 St, Edmonton | $10 to $20
6.John Stetch and VulnerVille
Saturday, May 6, 2017 | 8:00 PM @ Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way, Edmonton | $28
7. Edmonton Youth Orchestra
Sunday, May 7, 2017 | 2:00 PM @ Enmax Hall, Winspear Centre, Edmonton | $10 to $15
2. Live Theatre
Performing Arts and Theatre in Edmonton during May
1.Art: Three old urbane friends have gathered for dinner, but not before one reveals his latest coup: a very expensive painting by one of the hottest artists around, painted entirely in shades of white. In the confusion, confrontation and conflagration that follows, the three old friends soon find themselves divided and struggling to save their friendship in the face of Art’s deepest mysteries. Details
April 26 to May 14, 2017 @ Varscona Theatre, 10329 83 Ave, Edmonton |$18 – $33
2. Irma Voth: Irma and her sister Aggie live a reserved life in a Mennonite colony in Chihuahua, Mexico under the dutiful watch of their father. When a famous Mexican filmmaker and his crew arrives to shoot a movie within the colony, the artists involved inspire Irma to seek out new ideas and bravely blaze a trail for her and her sister. Together they are driven to create a life that’s full of art, beauty and love. Details
April 20–May 7, 2017 @ The Roxy on Gateway, Edmonton | $24 to $28
3. Bonnie & Clyde. Depression-era bank robbers Bonnie and Clyde were considered ruthless murderers. Bonnie & Clyde The Two Person, Six Gun Musical explores the true events of their lives from the angle of their infamous love affair. With haunting melodies and bold theatricality, this pure fun rip-roarin’ musical takes you on the wild ride of romance, suspense and old-fashioned shoot-outs that led up to this notorious couples’ nationwide crime spree from 1932 until 1934. Details
May 04 to May 14, 2017 @ PCL Studio in the ATB Financial Arts Barns, Edmonton | PWYC – $30
4. Made in Italy: Filled with great songs (Italian and Disco!) this is a hilarious coming of age story about a kid with the heart of Rocky Balboa, and the moves (and hair) of John Travolta. Details
April 27 – May 6, 2017 @ he Club – Citadel Theatre – 9828 101A Avenue, Edmonton | $36.25 & up
5.Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street: Sweeney Todd has become a bloody, worldwide success since being awarded eight Tony’s, (including Best Musical), for its Broadway premiere. Stephen Sondheim’s and Hugh Wheeler’s (A Little Night Music, Pacific Overtures) tasty, thrilling, theatrical treat has simultaneously shocked, awed and delighted audiences across the world. Details
May 4 – 13, 2017 @ Westbury Theatre, ATB Arts Barns| $25 to $30
6. The World Series of Comedy – Alberta Satellite Competition: Comedians from across Canada will battle it out for the opportunity to win a trip to Las Vegas and perform in “The Main Event” at the WSOC in Las Vegas September 25-30, 2017. Details
Sundays, April 16 to May 14 | 09:30 PM @ On the Rocks, Edmonton
7. Sense and Sensibility: A work of romantic fiction, better known as a comedy of manners, Sense and Sensibility is set in southwest England between 1792 and 1797, and portrays the life and loves of Elinor and Marianne Dashwood, sisters who respectively represent the “sense” and “sensibility” of the title. When their father passes away, leaving all his money to his first wife’s son, his second wife and her daughters are left with no permanent home and very little income. Details
April 22 – May 14, 2017 @ Citadel Theatre| $25 – $118.65
3. Early Music Festival
10025 105 St NW, Edmonton
4. Northwest Fest
Non-fiction film and arts festival. Formerly, Global Visions, NorthWestFest is Canada’s longest running documentary film festival. Details.
Varies – $5 and up
III. Sports & Related Events
U of A – Golden Bears & Pandas – Schedule
Edmonton Oilers
Rogers Place, Edmonton
IV. Exhibitions, Festivals & Other Events
1. ArtWalk St. Albert
ArtWalk is the perfect family-friendly opportunity to stroll the District, meet local artists, visit downtown venues and enjoy an eclectic display of artworks. Each month, discover new artworks hosted inside participating venues, and meet artists displaying their works outside. Details
2. 15th VenturePrize Awards Celebration
The 2017 VenturePrize Awards celebrates 15 years of innovation in our province! Network with industry leaders from business, research and entrepreneur communities as we celebrate innovation and technology in Alberta. Details
10135 100 St NW, Edmonton
3.Taste of Stony Plain Road
Here’s your opportunity to savour the tastes of Stony Plain Road and Area. Set your tastebuds free at the first food and wine event! If good food, good wine and good times are enough to whet your appetite, then a Taste of Stony Plain Road is the event for you. Details
15540 Stony Plain Road
4. Butterdome Spring Craft Sale
87 Avenue & 114 Street, Edmonton
5. Royal Bison Art and Craft Fair
The Royal Bison is an Edmonton-based, twice-a-year festival of the best and quirkiest art, craft and design this city has to offer. While its roots are local, the fair welcomes vendors from all over Canada. The fair revels in all things local and independent and acts a springboard and showcase for the area’s creative endeavors . With low table fees and arts grants to support non-commercial ventures, the bison aims to be a place for creative endeavours that might not be possible in other venues. Details
Stony Plain Annual Treasure Hunt: May 5-8, 2017.
6. Jane’s Walk
Join for a Jane’s Walk and discover Edmonton. Edmonton is a city of great neighbourhoods, an incredible diversity of parks, mature areas and growing suburbia, all with stories about what makes them unique. Details
7. ERAS Spring Expo
Come out and learn about species of reptiles and amphibians from around the world! The ERAS Spring Show & Sale provides an excellent opportunity to learn more about reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, and the proper care needed to keep your pet happy and healthy. The Show will feature a wide variety of reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates on display. Many animals will also be for sale by local breeders, as well as tanks, supplies, feeders, and more! Details
8. Viva Clayworks Spring Pottery Show & Sale
You don’t want to miss our spring show and sale! If you have a wedding, birthday party or are just one of those people who love pottery and craft sales, this is the place to be. As well as having pottery made by professional and student potters, we will have jewelry, stained glass, handmade bags, and a few other surprises. Details
Edmonton
9. Hand2Hand Mothers Day Market
Edmontons Premium Handmade Market! There will be 60 handmade artisans! Details
1751 Towne Centre Blvd
Edmonton
10. French Comic Book Festival
4th edition of the Edmonton French Comic Book Festival. Exhibition, conferences, movies, game-night… 6 dates in 3 weeks to enjoy the comic book world. Details
87 Avenue & 114 Street, Edmonton
11. St. Albert Potters Guild Spring Sale
From the eclectic to the popular, the St. Albert Potters Guild stocks the most stimulating functional, sculptural and raku wares all made by a community of artists and potters right in the heart of St Albert Place. This year our theme is “Garden Art”, so spruce up your garden this spring with some handcrafted new garden accessories such as birdhouses, bird feeders, wall hangings, etc. Who knows what these crafty artists will come up with! Details
Friday, May 5, 2017 | 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Saturday, May 6, 2017 | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
12. High Energy 22: Tracing Space
Join us for the 22nd St. Albert high school student exhibition at AGSA. Talented young artists from Bellerose Composite, École Secondaire Paul Kane, St. Albert Catholic, École Secondaire Sainte Marguerite d’Youville and Outreach high schools showcase their artworks and present collaborative installation pieces inspired by maps. Details