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A guide to annual festivals in Edmonton – including free fun family festivals, music festivals (electronic, classic, jazz, blues, reggae, folk), food festivals, art festivals, international events and more!
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- Festivals from our Calendar
- All Edmonton Festivals (next page)
Various Venues, St. Albert
August 4, 2026 To August 8, 2026
Free
Rock’n August 2026 will celebrate its 30th year of operation as the finest festival of Cars and Music in Western Canada and the City of St. Albert’... »
Gallagher Park, 9411 - 97 Avenue NW, Edmonton
August 6, 2026 To August 9, 2026
780-429-1999
$42 to $115
Vibrant … dramatic … colourful … and friendly. When describing the Edmonton Folk Music Festival, musicians and patrons are unanimous. This year’s edition promises to be all that and ... »
Sir Winston Churchill Square, Downtown Edmonton
August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026
Free
The 3-day event includes a Friday Night Costume Extravaganza, a Saturday Parade and a Caribbean Village thorough the weekend including live entertainment, a Kids Korner, savory Caribbean ... »
Edmonton Convention Centre, 9797 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton
August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026
$45 – $55 +fees
Canada’s longest running anime festival featuring cosplay, concerts, gaming, and a large vendor hall. Come meet fans and make friends in the community! Animethon is a ... »
Various Restaurants, Alberta
August 7, 2026 To August 16, 2026
Varies
Alberta on the Plate is a tribute to the farmers, ranchers, chefs, and food artisans who shape the province’s culinary identity, showcasing the best in locally ... »
Century Casino Grounds, 24 Boudreau Rd, St. Albert
August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026
Free
The Western Canada Rib Fest Tour is back by popular demand! Come hungry and dig into fall-off-the-bone ribs, smoky brisket, and all your BBQ favourites from top ... »
Various Venues, Edmonton
August 13, 2026 To August 23, 2026
780-448-9000
Free- $20
The Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival is the largest, longest-running Fringe Festival in North America, and one of the most celebrated worldwide. Fringing is 11 days of theatre, ... »
Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, 9999 Grierson Hill NW, Edmonton
August 14, 2026 To August 16, 2026
Free
The Edmonton Dragon Boat Festival is a way to encourage people of all ages and skill levels to try paddling and racing. Throughout the day enjoy vendors, ... »
Various Farms, Alberta
August 15, 2026 To August 16, 2026
Free & Ticketed Events
Alberta Open Farm Days is about farmers and ranchers inviting their urban and rural neighbours to stop in for a visit to share stories, see demonstrations, and ... »
Various Venues, Edmonton
August 15, 2026 To September 15, 2026
Free & Ticketed
Edmonton Mural Festival returns in 2026. Experience a burst of colour and creativity throughout the city as local and international artists turn Edmonton into an open-air gallery! Feast ... »
Downtown Edmonton
August 16, 2026
$12.86 & up
The Edmonton Marathon includes: Marathon Half Marathon Army 10K 5K Fun Run and Walk 1K Fun Run and Walk Who is it for? All ages – Family HOW ... »
Fan Park at ICE District, Edmonton
August 21, 2026 To August 23, 2026
Free
The 2026 Edmonton Pride Festival is coming to ICE District this summer. The festival will feature a variety of events, including Pride Parade, Pride Fest and more. Mainstage ... »
Kinistinâw Park, 10249 96 Street NW, Edmonton
August 21, 2026 To August 23, 2026
Free
Experience the energy, colour and excitement of last year’s festival. Watch championship lion dance performances, cultural celebrations, incredible food, live entertainment and memorable moments from Edmonton’... »
Edmonton Valley Zoo, 13315 Buena Vista Road &, 87 Ave NW, Edmonton
August 21, 2026
$33.50+fees
Are you ready to embark on a wild adventure like no other? The Valley Zoo Development Society invites you to join us for Zoobrew, the ultimate twilight ... »
Ice District, Edmonton
August 22, 2026
Free
After 7 long years, the Edmonton Pride Parade is BACK — more colourful, and fabulous than ever before! Join thousands of 2SLGBTQ+ community members, allies, and supporters as we ... »
Century Mile Racetrack and Casino, 4711 Airport Perimeter Road, Nisku
August 22, 2026
$28.35 - $276.03
It’s the biggest event in Western Canadian racing—a thrilling afternoon where the past and present collide. Join us on this historic day as we continue ... »
Athlone Community Hall, 13010 129 St NW, Edmonton
August 22, 2026
Free
VegFest Edmonton is one day fully plant based event that is also family friendly and pet friendly. Whether you are vegan or simply interested in checking out ... »
Rundle Park, 2909 113 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton
August 23, 2026
Free
Winds of Unity by Société Zantray d’Alberta for Workforce Empowerment: multicultural kite festival with music, food, games & culture. Winds of Unity Multicultural Kite Festival ... »
Fan Park @ Ice District, 10104 104 Ave NW, Edmonton
August 28, 2026 To August 29, 2026
Republic Live, the internationally acclaimed and multi-award-winning live entertainment company behind the Boots and Hearts Music Festival and OEG Sports & Entertainment (OEGSE), a North American leader ... »
Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, 9999 Grierson Hill NW, Edmonton
August 29, 2026
Free
Experience the soul of Jerk & Jollof Fest through unforgettable moments. Four signature activities that bring families together to play and bond over healthy competitions. This year’... »
Sir Winston Churchill Square, 100 St NW, Edmonton
August 29, 2026
Free
A Festival of Color and Light: Where culture pops, flavors hit, and heritage comes alive. Pull up for a vibrant mix of Yoruba tradition, food, music, and ... »
William Hawrelak Park, 9330 Groat Rd NW, Edmonton
August 29, 2026
7808874966
$0
Experience the Vibrant Culture of Hong Kong at the Hong Kong Carnival! Featured Activities : Hong Kong Street Foods Extravaganza, Exhibition Showcase & Quiz Games, Mini Music Concert (... »
Terwillegar Dog Park, 10 Rabbit Hill Road NW, Edmonton
August 30, 2026
FREE
Join us for the 60th Annual Sourdough Raft Race! Edmonton’s Favourite River Water Fight! Enter a raft into the floating water fight down the river, or ... »
Across Alberta, CA
September 1, 2026 To September 30, 2026
Free
Alberta Culture Days will feature hundreds of free, hands-on, interactive activities that invite the public to discover their inner artist, experience their heritage, and celebrate what it ... »
Hawrelak Park, Edmonton
September 3, 2026 To September 6, 2026
Symphony Under the Sky returns to the Heritage Amphitheatre in Hawrelak Park this summer! Bob Bernhardt will be back as we celebrate his 20th year with two ... »
Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, 9999 Grierson Hill Road NW, Edmonton
September 4, 2026 To September 6, 2026
Free
Kejia Festival is Edmonton’s loudest love-letter to food—an outdoor, three-day snack-street celebration where you can eat your way through comfort bites from around the world, ... »
Kinsmen Club of Edmonton Clubhouse Field, 9150 Walterdale Hill NW, Edmonton
September 5, 2026
7809078144
$25
Welcome to the Kinsmen Beer Wine & Spirits Festival! Join us at the Kinsmen Club of Edmonton Clubhouse Field for a day of fun, food, drinks, and ... »
FanPark at ICE District, 10104 104 Ave NW, Edmonton
September 6, 2026
On Sunday, September 6, Foundation Series takes over FanPark at ICE District for a special long weekend open-air experience featuring one of dance music’s biggest global stars, ... »
Various Venues, Edmonton
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Purple City is a multi-day, multi-venue, music experience for all ages. With its roots established in 2013 [ up+dt ] Purple City is a forward thinking music festival of ... »
Strathearn Drive, 8728 97 Ave NW #1C, Edmonton
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Free
The Strathearn Art Walk & Music Festival is a free, family friendly art and music festival. This annual celebration of the arts strives to bring out the ... »
Central Lions Recreation Centre, 11113 113 ST NW, Edmonton
September 12, 2026
Free
Join us for the Edmonton Horticultural Society’s second annual Garden Festival! Join us for a vibrant day of garden talks, hands-on demos, local vendors, kids’ crafts, ... »
Strathcona County Community Centre - Agora, 401 Festival Lane, Sherwood Park
September 13, 2026
780-893-0389
Free admission
Get ready to savour the best of Strathcona County! Savour is a much-loved community celebration of local food, art, and music, and this year, we’re turning ... »
Edmonton Expo Centre, 7515 118 Ave NW, Edmonton
September 18, 2026 To September 20, 2026
Varies
EDMONTON EXPO is a three-day Comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming event that attracts tens of thousands of people in Edmonton, Alberta at the Edmonton Expo Centre. ... »
Multiple Venues along 90–95 Street & 118 Avenue, Edmonton
September 18, 2026 To September 20, 2026
(780) 471-1580
Free
Arts on the Ave and Kaleido are excited to present the 21st annual Kaleido Family Arts Festival! Kaleido is a delightfully vibrant, distinctly dynamic, radically open celebration ... »
Currents of Windermere, 6183 Currents Dr NW, Edmonton
September 25, 2026 To September 27, 2026
Free
AsiaFest 2026 returns to Edmonton from September 25–27, 2026, at Currents of Windermere, bringing together one of the city’s largest celebrations of Asian culture. This year’s theme, “Under ... »
Various Locations, Edmonton
October 7, 2026 To October 10, 2026
Varies
Whether you’re a seasoned rodeo veteran or a first-time spectator, CFR is where champions rise, and memories are forged in the dust of the arena. This ... »
Fan Park at ICE District, 10128 - 104 Avenue NW, Edmonton
October 17, 2026
$12.95 to $27.95
Picklefest Edmonton is an inclusive, all-ages event, welcoming pickle devotees, the pickle-curious, and families to enjoy a full day celebrating the vibrant world of fermentation. What to ... »
Various Venues, Alberta Beach, AB
February 13, 2027 To February 15, 2027
Free & Ticketed Events
SnoMo Days is an Alberta Winter Festival, dedicated to supporting motorized and non-motorized winter sports, and family orientated winter leisure activities. »
Saville Community Sports Centre, 11610 65 Ave NW, Edmonton
June 4, 2027 To June 5, 2027
Welcome to the Edmonton Quilt Festival! Join us for two days filled with beautiful quilts, talented artists, and creative inspiration. Come explore a variety of quilting styles, (... »
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Is there a way to import these lists into a Google calendar or a spreadsheet?
Love your lists guys. Edmonton can seem pretty boring but there is so much going on, you just have to give it a try. Thanks for helping the community!
Why isn’t the latin festival listed here??