Events in Edmonton – Oct 23 – 25, 2015

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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

Halloween Events

Halloween in Edmonton

Plenty of Halloween themed events happening this weekend.

Events include Haunted houses in Edmonton, Spooktacular @Fort Edmonton, Fort Heritage Precinct (Museum) haunted tour @ Fort Saskatchewan, School of Witchcraft and Wizardry @U of A, DEDfest @Metro Cinema and more!

Halloween events are not included in the following list.

1. 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.

2. First 2000 Days Festival

Join is for this family fair celebrating the important First 2000 Days of every child’s life! Experts to answer questions and share information and resources, Musical entertainment and a petting zoo, Games and interactive activities.

3. 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.

4. The Wiggles: Rock & Roll

The Wiggles: Rock & Roll tour – There’s Anthony, he loves to eat and play all sorts of instruments, like the guitar and drums, even the bag pipes. There’s Emma, she loves to dance and drives the Big Red Car all over the world. Simon’s coming too, make sure you follow the rules of ‘Simon Says’. Lucky Lachy is sleepy and shy, but don’t let that fool you, he’s full of energy! Don’t worry, they’ll be bringing their friends Dorothy the Dinosaur, Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus and Captain Feathersword with them too.

1. Live Music

See Live Music & Concerts in Edmonton for more details

1. Hawksley Workman on Friday, October 23, 2015 | 8:00 PM @Enmax Hall, Winspear Centre | $39.00

2. Hendrik Meurkens Toronto Samba Jazz Connection on Friday, October 23, 2015 | 08:00 PM @ Yardbird Suite, Edmonton | $24.00 – $28.00

3. Steve Pineo on Friday, October 23, 2015 | 8:00 PM @St. Basil’s Cultural Centre, Edmonton | $18.00 – $22.00

4. Cantilon Choirs on Saturday, October 24, 2015 | 5 PM @The Italian Cultural Centre, Edmonton | $50 & up

5. Berner Brothers on Saturday, October 24, 2015 | 08:00 PM @ Yardbird Suite, Edmonton | $18.00 – $22.00

6. Fall Concert By Edmonton Youth Choir on Sunday, October 25, 2015 | 3:00 PM @ Edmonton City Hall | Free

7. Sacred Music Festival on Sunday, October 25, 2015 | 03:00 PM @ Winspear Centre, Edmonton | $17 – $20

2. Performing Arts & Theatre

For more details see Performing Arts & Theatre in Edmonton.

1. Merry Widow by Edmonton Opera on October 24 – 29, 2015 @ Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, Edmonton | $40.00 & up

2. Theatresports on Fridays & CHiMPROV on Saturdays @ The Citadel Theatre – Ziedler Hall

3. Girls Night: The Musical Saturday, October 24, 2015 | Doors 7:00 PM & Show 8:00 PM @ Myer Horowitz Theatre | $42.00 – $52.50

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

6. The Good Bride on October 15 – 24, 2015 @ PCL Studio, Edmonton | $24.15 – $27.30

7. Le Blues des oubliées on October 14 – 24, 2015 @ L’UniThéâtre, Edmonton | $15 – $30

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. Details

1. Edmonton Oilers

2. Edmonton Oil Kings

3. FC Edmonton

Fan Appreciation Day. Presented by Edmonton International Airport. Iceland Trip for Two contest finals

5. Runs & Walks

Little Champion Run & Walk

2K/ 5K Run/Walk on Saturday October 24, 2015 | 10:00 AM @ Hawrelak Park, Site 1, Edmonton, –

Kathy’s Run for Pancreatic Cancer

Half Marathon, Purple Hat Parade 5K, 10K Run on Saturday October 24, 2015 | 10:00 AM.@ Sir Wilfred Laurier Park, Edmonton

Winter Is Coming – Cross Country Challenge 5K/8K

Sunday October 25, 2015 | 12:00 PM @ The Ranch Golf and Country Club, 52515 RR262, Acheson

1. STARFest

St Albert’s annual literary festival.

2. Skirtoberfest!

The 2nd annual SkirtOberfest in support of SkirtsAFire herArts Festival invites you to the Mercury Room for an evening of tequila tasting, a taco bar, entertainment and a sneak peek at the 2016 Festival. Last year sold out so get your tickets fast to avoid disappointment! Details

3. Pure Spec 2015

Pure Speculation is an annual Edmonton festival of the Fantastic, run by the Pure Speculation Society. It features a variety of interesting and engaging guest speakers from the worlds of SF and Fantasy Literature, Gaming, Media, Comics and Art. We give the fans of the genre an opportunity to get better acquainted with the folks who create the books, games, comics and movies they love.

4. Christmas Craft Fairs

Christmas Markets and Fairs in Edmonton 2015

1. Christmas in October Craft & Gift Sale

2. Christmas in October

3. Lovable Littles Uptown Market

5. Edmonton Fall Home Show

The New Edmonton Fall Home Show is the ultimate authority of all things design, entertaining and home improvement. With a handful of insightful and informative presentations with big names such as Janette Ewen, plus more than 175 exhibitors and a slew of sensational features, there’s expert insight, innovation and inspiration for stylish living at every turn.

6. Edmonton Ski & Snowboard Show

This year at the Edmonton Ski & Snowboard Show, there is a LOT going on. We have tons of exciting exhibitors with the best equipment, clothing, and services around! We’ve got some of the best deals in all of western Canada. If you’re looking to upgrade that old equipment, or maybe sell it at the gear swap, the Ski & Snowboard Show is the place to be!

7. The Power of the UNSTOPPABLE Woman

The Power of the UNSTOPPABLE Woman is a mind expanding day of personal empowerment inspiring your authentic self in achieving the life you desire. Details