For current weekend activities, see Things to do this Weekend in Edmonton
Weekend / Day trip ideas
Mount Norquay opens the Cascade Chair for Halloween and weekend Skiing on October 31, 2014. Regular season from November 28.
Banff Mountain Film & Book Festival : November 1 – 9, 2014 – Details
See Christmas in Edmonton for all Christmas activities including craft fairs, christmas plays, theatre, carols, concerts & lights!
Winter activities & festivals – Winter in Edmonton
I. Family Activities
1. Halloween Themed Events
For all the Halloween themed events happening this week, see Halloween in Edmonton
1. Farm of Fear
2. World’s Largest Trick or Treat Festival
3. Zombie Hunt
4. Day of the Dead Weekend
5. Family Carnevil Dance
6. Haunted Halloween Skate
2. BAM Pumpkin Smash and Bash
Gather up all your pumpkins and bring them to Seven Hills for the Smash and Bash – we will provide the tools for their destruction. You are welcome to just drop them off for others to destroy if you prefer.
When?
Sat, November 01, 2014 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Where?
Seven Hills ,Mission Park, St. Albert
How much?
Free
Live Music & Concerts : Oct 31 – Nov 1, 2014
Events include Angele Dubeau and La Pieta, Lew Tabackin Trio,Dierks Bentley – Riser Tour, Current Swell, Jacky Terrasson Trio & more!
Performing Arts & Theatre : October 2014
Events include LitFest, Edmonton Comedy Festival, Then the Lights Went Out, Happy Toes & more!
1. The Boarder Cowboys Mounted Shooters Association
Based on the shooting events famously held at Wild West Shows in the late 19th century, Mounted Shooting is a competitive equestrian event that requires competitors to ride a horse and shoot targets with special blank ammunition.
When?
Sat & Sun, November 1 & 2, 2014 | 11:00 AM – 04:00 PM.
Where?
Hall D, Edmonton EXPO Centre
How much?
Up to $5.00 at the door.
2. Edmonton Eskimos vs. BC Lions
When?
Sat, Nov 1, 2014 | 05:00 PM
Where?
Commonwealth Stadium, Edmonton
3. Edmonton Oilers vs. Vancouver Canucks
When?
Saturday, November 1, 2014 | 08:00 PM
Where?
Rexall Place
4. FC Edmonton Vs Atlanta Silverbacks
When?
Sun, November 2, 2014 | 02:00 PM
Where?
Clarke Stadium
For Halloween events ON this week – See Halloween in Edmonton
1. Edmonton Weavers Guild Annual Show and Sale
Come early for the best selection of premium knitting, weaving, felting and other fine hand crafted fibre items for your Christmas shopping list or for yourself. Show & Sale details.
When?
Saturday, November 1, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Where?
Strathcona Community League Bldg. , 10139 – 87 Avenue, Edmonton
How much?
$3.00
For all other Christmas markets, see Christmas markets & fairs in Edmonton.
2. Black Tie Bingo
The Edmonton Rodeo Cowboy’s Benevolent Foundation assists athletes in times of financial hardship due to rodeo-related injuries.Let’s honour the cowboys and cowgirls who compete in the thrilling sport of rodeo and the families who provide them with unwavering support.
When?
Sat November 1, 2014 | 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Where?
Edmonton Expo Centre, Hall H
How much?
$175 per seat
3. Shumka presents BEHIND THE SCENES & ON THE STAGE
Join Shumka for a fundraising event like no other! Behind the Scenes & On the Stage includes backstage tours, delicious food from Taste of Ukraine, cash bar, silent auction, dancing to Trembita, a party on the Jubilee Auditorium Stage, a brief performance by Shumka…and more surprises! Shumka.
When?
November 1, 2014 | 8:00 PM
Where?
Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 11455 – 87 Avenue, Edmonton
How much?
$150 per person
4. Affair of the Heart
Affair of the Heart is an annual event held by students from the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Medicine in support of a local children’s charity. The gala includes dinner, compelling speakers, a silent auction, and a fashion show featuring medical students and faculty modelling apparel from local designers. This year marks a special one for us as Affair of the Heart expands into the local community to gain more support for this worthy cause.
When?
Saturday, November 1st , 2014 |
Where?
Shaw Conference Centre, Hall D., Edmonton
How much?
$75.00 per person