Edmonton 
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Day Trip/Weekend Ideas from Edmonton
1. Visit Jasper, enjoy fall colours and join for Dark Sky festival (enjoy star gazing at Jasper Skytram, Lake Annette, Pyramid Lake and more!)
3. Go picnicking and enjoy mother nature’s art exhibition (fall foliage) at River valley parks/Alberta Parks/Elk Island National Park
4. Flashlight Pumpkin Hunt – Thursdays & Fridays, October 2nd – 17, 2015 & Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays, October 21st – 31, 2015 @ Heritage Ranch, Red Deer
I. Family Events & Activities
1. Halloween Events
1. Haunted Pumpkin Festival
From shootin’ pumpkins out of a cannon, to screaming through a haunted house, to creeping through a corn maze…in short, this might be the most unusual festival you’ll experience this year!
2. Deadmonton Haunted House
Deadmonton House is the first of its kind, haunted house located in downtown Edmonton. 12+ Event.
Edmonton | $20.00- $40.00
3. Galaxyland Trick or Treat
Trick or Treat for ghoulish goodies, ride the Halloween train, and enjoy fun Halloween activities, such as face painting and magic. Come in costume or as you are!
4. Boo at the Zoo
Hands on science experiments, crafts, an Extinct Animal Graveyard, and a Witches’ Den will make Boo at the Zoo one of your Halloween traditions!
2. The AMAZEing Maze for YESS
Children ages 5 to 12 are encouraged to explore a maze made entirely from cardboard boxes! The northeast corner of City Hall will be transformed into a maze of twists and turns. There will be other fun activities to enjoy like face painting and balloon artists.
3. “A Mermaid Tale”
KaRAR Studios is synonymous with large-scale dance production so take a trip under the sea as they bring this fairy tale to life! Based on the Hans Christian Andersen story, this show shines with acrobatic dance, song and high production quality! Your kids will love a night at the theatre with the characters they know and love! Details
4. The Steadfast Tin Soldier
Alberta Opera wants to take you on an enchanting journey into the world of toys! When a unique Tin Soldier becomes captivated by a paper Ballerina and attracts the ire of a nefarious Jack-in-the-Box, he is forced into a series of incredible adventures that will change his life forever. Details
5. Devon After Dark Public Festival
Public Festival, fun for all ages! We’ve got lots in store: Live DJ, Lightshow, Beer Gardens, Food Trucks, Bubble Soccer, Entertainment, and more!
6. Curtain Up
Featuring more than 30 songs from the Broadway stage this energy packed, high octane and visually stunning production is sure to bring audiences to their feet. With an ensemble of more than 30 of Alberta’s finest performers the revue transports audiences from the beautiful safari’s of Africa, to the cobblestone streets of London and right through to the magical land of OZ.
II. Adult/ Youth Events
1. Live Music
See Live Music & Concerts in Edmonton for more details
1. New Music Edmonton on Wednesday, October 14, 2015 | 7:30 PM @ Muttart Hall, Edmonton | $10.00 – $20.00
2. Late Night Clarinet on Friday, October 16, 2015 | 09:30 PM @ Enmax Hall, Winspear Centre | $24.00
3. Mike Morrisseau Quartet on Friday, October 16, 2015 | 08:00 PM @ Yardbird Suite, Edmonton | $16.00 – $20..00
4. Martha Wainwright on Friday, October 16, 2015 | 7:30 PM @ Festival Place, Sherwood Park. | $40 – $50
5. Traffic Jam Concerts on Friday, October 16, 2015 | 5:00 PM – 06:00 PM @ First Presbyterian Church, Edmonton | $10
Take in a concert instead of battling the traffic to drive home. Or drive into the city for an hour of music at 5 pm. eanne Yang, DMus Piano Performance Student, U of AB performs solo pieces by Clementi and Balakirev, and Mozart’s Sonata for Piano Four-Hands in D major, K.381/123a with Dr. Joachim Segger.
6. The Harpoonist & The Axe Murderer on Friday, October 16, 2015 | 7:30 PM @ The Arden Theatre, St Albert | $32.00
7. The Official Blues Brothers Revue on Saturday, October 17, 2015 | 7:30 PM @ Shell Theatre, Fort Saskatchewan | $49.00 – $54.00
8. Mark Sterling & Rod Davis on Saturday, October 17, 2015 | 7:30 PM @ Festival Place, Sherwood Park. | $36.00 – $42.00
9. The Claire Lynch Band on on Saturday, October 17, 2015 | 7:30 PM @ Festival Place, Sherwood Park. | $20.00
10. Liberation Concert 150 Dutch Voices on Saturday, October 17, 2015 | 7:30 PM @ Ellerslie Road Baptist Church,, Edmonton | Free
On Saturday 17th October a concert will be given by the Great Choirs Holland at the Ellerslie Road Baptist Church in Edmonton. This enormous choir consists of more or less 150 Dutch Voices and is making a concert tour through Canada at the moment. This year marks the 70th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands in the Second World War.
11. Amelia Curran on Saturday, October 17, 2015 | 7:30 PM | The Arden Theatre, St Albert | $32.00
12. Kris Davis Trio on Saturday, October 17, 2015 | 08:00 PM @ Yardbird Suite, Edmonton | $24.00 – $28.00
13. River City Big Band presents Wycliffe Gordon on Saturday, October 17, 2015 | 08:00 PM @ The Oasis Centre, Edmonton | $32.50
14. Lynn Miles & Keith Glass on Saturday, October 17, 2015 | 8:00 PM @ Parkview Community Hall, Edmonton | $20.00 – $25.00
15. Vaughan Williams & Françaix on Saturday, October 17, 2015 | 08:00 PM @ Winspear Centre, Edmonton | $24 – $79
16. Joe Supple & the Alberta Country Gentlemen on Sunday, October 18, 2015 | 2:00 PM @ Shell Theatre, Fort Saskatchewan | $18.00 – $20.00
17. I Go On Singing (Paul Robeson) on Sunday, October 18, 2015 | 7:30 PM @ Festival Place, Sherwood Park | $34.00 – $38.00
2. Performing Arts & Theatre
For more details see Performing Arts & Theatre in Edmonton.
1. ‘Meghadootam’ Bharathanatyam Concert – By Shijith Nambiar and Parvathy Menon – Indian Classical Dance.
Saturday, October 17, 2015 | 7:00 PM @ Myer Horowitz Theatre, Students’ Union Building, University of Alberta, Edmonton Details
2. Theatresports on Fridays & CHiMPROV on Saturdays @ The Citadel Theatre – Ziedler Hall
3. The Hothouse Prince Presented by Teatro La Quindicina from October 2 to 17 @ Varscona Backstage Theatre, Edmonton | $16.00 – $30.00
4. Ravenscroft on October 14 – 24, 2015 @ Walterdale Theatre, 10322 83 Avenue, Edmonton | $12– $18.00
5. Beyond Therapy on October 15 – 24, 2015 @ Timms Centre for the Arts, U of A, Edmonton @ $5 – $27.50
3. Lit Fest – Non Fiction Festival
Litfest is a festival, a movable feast. At LitFest, nonfiction content comes to life. Avid readers with nonfiction content and creators through a series of events chic gatherings and gourmet experiences. LitFest is an exclusive event. It is the only nonfiction festival in Canada. It brings together some of the best-selling, award-winning and emerging authors of books, magazines and films. It also supports Edmonton as a local incubator for nonfiction literary talent.
III. Sports & Related Events
1. Edmonton Oilers
2. Edmonton Oil Kings
3. Edmonton Eskimos
4. Runs & Walks
MEC Edmonton Race Five
5K/ 10K /15K on Sunday, October 18, 2015 | 9:00 AM @ Whitemud Park
Run Without Borders
3K/5K Run/Walk, 10K Run on Sunday, October 18, 2015 | 9:00 AM @ Emily Murphy Park
IV. Exhibitions & Other Events
1. STARFest
St Albert’s annual literary festival.
2. Alberta Snowmobile & Powersports Show
Western Canada’s Largest Winter Powersports Show! The 28th annual Alberta Snowmobile and Powersports Show takes place at the Edmonton EXPO Centre with over 130,000 sq. ft. of shopping for the new 2016 snowmobiles, snow bikes, UTV trailers, gear and accessories. There are also great deals on last year’s inventory and after-market gear.!
Saturday, October 17, 2015 | 10:00 AM – 07:00 PM
Sunday, October 18, 2015 | 11:00 AM – 04:30 PM
7300 116 Ave NW, Edmonton
Youth(13+)/Seniors(55+): $ 12.00
Children (12-): Free
3. Edmonton Woman’s Show
Edmonton Woman’s Show has been designed specifically with women’s interests and needs in mind, offering a wide range of shopping, activities, products and services. Grab your mom, daughter, sister, BFF and come see what’s in store for you!
Sunday, October 18, 2015 | 11:00 AM – 05:00 PM
7300 116 Ave NW, Edmonton
4. 12th Annual Quilt Sale
Quilt Show and Sale by St. Andrew’s Quilt group. A large selection of quilts, afghans, and smaller items are available. Help us make this a success to benefit charities in Edmonton and area! Donations of quality cotton fabric, and yarn are appreciated throughout the year. We hope to see you there.
4. Urban Mommy Expo
Urban Mommy Expo is a show featuring more than 60 vendors showcasing the latest finds for moms – baby and parenting related items, fashion and home products, specialized services moms are always on the look out for! Make sure you and your family don’t miss this one!
4. Fall Pop-up Tot Shop
Third annual Fall Pop-up Tot Shop in support of the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation!!! Thousands of new and gently used baby and kid items from newborn to age 14. Includes toys, clothes, footwear, books, snow gear, strollers, maternity clothes, baby monitors, exersaucers, jolly jumpers, sleds, bottles, play mats, bassinets….just to name a few items!
4. Annual Art Show
By Elk Island Art Club. Art is in Our Sole is this year’s feature exhibit at the Elk Island Art Club’s annual art show. Also featured are members’ paintings of the Ukrainian Village.
Sunday, October 18, 2015 | 1:00 pM – 4:00 PM
4. BARRRK! A Pirate’s Tail
8th annual Gala Dinner & Auction – Presented by Dogs with Wings Assistance Dog Society. Proceeds will be used to help cover costs of raising, training and placing guide and service dogs with families with special needs across Alberta. This year’s theme, BARRRK! A Pirate’s Tail, brings out the scallywag in all of us. The event will feature swashbuckling entertainment, games and activities fun for the whole family.