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2025 Labour Day & Alberta Day Long Weekend in Edmonton: Drone Show, Festivals & Activities

Published by To Do Canada On August 18, 2025

Alberta Day & Labour Day Weekend events and festivals in and around Edmonton including free fun family activities, weekend events & activities for kids, live music, performing arts & theatre and sports events.

 

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I. Family Events & Activities

Alberta Day – Edmonton

Come ready to explore the made-in-Alberta marketplace, relax in the local beer gardens, spend time at the interactive Kids Zone, all while taking in the cultural performances and live music featuring The Prairie States and other local favourites.

Then cap the night off with an electrifying drone show from the sky.

Details

Sunday, August 31 from 11 am to 10 pm

Alberta Legislature Grounds, 10800 97 Ave NW, Edmonton

Free

Cirque Italia Water Circus

Cirque Italia has pulled out all the stops this year to take you on a magical dream adventure. Trust us Edmonton, this is one escapade you cannot afford to miss! Have you ever wished you could turn back time? To go back to a simpler, happy time filled with sock hops, drive-in theaters, muscle cars, and thick sideburns? Well get out your poodle skirts and leather jackets! Cirque Italia’s Gold Unit performers can’t wait to take you back to a time when hula hoops and soda fountains Details

August 29 – September 8, 2025

West Edmonton Mall, 17504 90 Ave NW, Edmonton

$35-$80

The Hong Kong Carnival

The activities feature Hong Kong pop music spanning various eras, demonstrations of traditional Hong Kong food, Hong Kong street food, an exhibition of Hong Kong cultural relics, traditional children’s games, and more. All Edmonton friends are invited to join and you’re welcome to bring local friends to experience Hong Kong culture. Details

Saturday, August 30, 2025, from 4 PM to 7 PM

Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park, Site #7 , Edmonton

Free

Milky Way Day

Experience the wonder of Elk Island’s night sky. Presentations by the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada Edmonton, stargazing and performances. Details

Sunday, August 31, 2025 | 1 PM to Late

Elk Island National Park, 1-54401 Range Road 203, Fort Saskatchewan

Park Admission

Sheep Leaving Parade

Our warm and fuzzy flock will lead a parade of sheep fans and followers from and back to the Fort Heritage Precinct. It’s how we say “farewell until next year” to our four-legged lawnmowers. And don’t worry, they will be baaack next spring! Details

Saturday, August 30, 2025 | 11:30 PM to 1:00 PM

Fort Heritage Precinct, 100 Avenue, Fort Saskatchewan

Free

Songbird Banding

This annual fall migration of songbirds occurs from July until early October, with September being the peak in songbird abundance. Birds captured include warblers, nuthatches, woodpeckers, thrushes, blackbirds, orioles, sparrows and more! Join our biologists for a morning in the woods to learn about the research being conducted on our feathery friends and see live birds up close and personal! Details

August 30 & 31, 2025 | 6:30 AM – 12:45 PM

Beaverhill Bird Observatory, Township Road 510, Tofield

$10 to $25

Edmonton Corn Maze

From above, you’ll see a fantastic representation of their beloved brand, winding through over 5 kilometers of twists and turns. It’s an epic journey through our cornfield that celebrates homegrown goodness and promises spud-tacular fun for the whole family. Come get lost in the delicious design – it’s going to be an ear-resistible experience! Details

Daily | 10 AM – 8 PM

Edmonton Corn Maze, Spruce Grove

$9 to $17

Fun Family Farms

Apples, Pumpkins & Corn Mazes —Nothing says fall like a visit to the farm! Luckily for those in the Edmonton area, there are a variety of farms to visit that are all sorts of unique and family-friendly. Fun Family Farms For a Fall Day Trip From Edmonton

U-Pick Flower Farms

The u-pick flower farm experience offers colourful florals, often those native to Alberta. You’ll encounter u-pick sunflowers, lilies, tulips, wildflowers, and more. These farms have staff onsite to help educate you on proper care or to provide styling tips for your bouquets.

  • Birchwood Meadows: 56032 Rge Rd 245, Sturgeon County
  • Blooms on 7: 51553 Range Road 225A, Sherwood Park
  • Fern’s Flowers Garden 20303 33 St NE. Edmonton

Appreciate Alberta’s Cultural and Natural Heritage

Celebrate Alberta Day by visiting various cultural sites, industries, and natural landscapes, as well as a rich yet young history. 26 Places to Visit to Learn and Appreciate Alberta’s Cultural and Natural Heritage

Go Tubing

Go Camping

Other Family Activities

1. Movies

Landmark Theatres — Every Sunday, kids can get out of the house, a movie ticket and Snack Pack (popcorn, drink, choice of candy treat) @ Edmonton City Centre/St Albert/Spruce Grove location.

Cineplex – What’s On

Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a family favourite film each week for only $3.99.

2. Telus World of Science

Drop – in Programs

Edmonton Recreation:

St Albert – Schedule

Strathcona County – Schedule

Explore Edmonton & Area

II. Live Music & Concerts

Disney in Concert – Once Upon a Time

 
Brought to life by the talents of four Broadway calibre singers, the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, and high resolution animated feature film sequences, Disney in Concert Live Your Dream explores iconic moments, plot twists and feats of daring heroics from your favourite Disney movies. Details

August 29 & 30, 2025 | 7:00 PM

Sir Winston Churchill Square, 100 St NW, Edmonton

Free

Rattle Your Bones

Bringing people together through music, community, and support for recovery.

Performers: The Seamen, Mental Assignment, Pleasurecraft, Midnight Diner. Details

Friday, August 29, 2025 | 6:30 PM

Union Hall, 6240 99 St NW, Edmonton

$33.34+

INDIGENOUS NIGHT

Join us for an incredible night celebrating Indigenous music with The C-Weed Band, Joey Stylez & The Firestone Band. C-Weed’s brand of country music has always been flush with honesty, with lyrics indicative of his proud aboriginal heritage. Details

Saturday, August 30, 2025 | 9:00 PM

River Cree Resort & Casino, 300 East Lapotac Blvd, Enoch

$50.75 & up

EDM & Concert Tours

Headliner Concert Tours in Edmonton
Live Music & Concerts in Edmonton

Music Festivals in Alberta

III. Theatre & Performing Arts

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Magic Experience with Chris Gowen

Step into Chris’ intimate parlour setting, inspired by show rooms of the Victorian era and meticulously designed for an exclusive audience of 40 people. Every guest is guaranteed a front-row experience where unseen, world-class magic happens all around you. Details

August 29 & 30, 2025

The Rec Room South Edmonton Common , 1725 99 St NW, Edmonton

$40.06

Jim Florentine

Jim has recorded six stand-up comedy albums and shot four full-length specials. On television Jim hosted 7 seasons of VH1 Classic’s “That Metal Show” as well as lending his voice to the groundbreaking “Crank Yankers”. On radio Jim has been a regular on The Howard Stern show, the Opie & Anthony show and currently hosts his own program on Sirius XM. Details

August 29 to 30, 2025

Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, Edmonton

$24.50 – $32.50

Jo Koy: Just Being Koy Tour

As one of today’s premiere stand-up comedians, Jo Koy has come a long way from his modest beginnings performing in a Las Vegas coffee house. Jo’s uniquely relatable comedy pulls inspiration from his colorful family that has reached all kinds of people and has translated into sold-out arenas around the world. Details

Saturday, August 30, 2025 | 8:00 PM

Rogers Place, 10220 – 104 Avenue, Edmonton

$66.83 & up

ABBAMANIA Back To The Disco Dimension

Get ready to laugh, dance, and sing along with ‘ABBAMANIA: Back to the Disco Dimension’ at Jubilations Dinner Theatre, a rollicking musical parody that turns iconic ABBA hits on their head. This show blends beloved ABBA classics with side-splitting humor and outrageous twists. It’s a high-energy celebration of ABBA’s timeless music with a hilariously absurd spin that guarantees a night of unforgettable fun! Details

August 29 to November 2, 2025

Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 2061, 8882 170 Street Edmonton

$44.95 to $81.95

III. Sports & Related Events

JB’s Power Centre STREET LEGAL

Whether you’re a hard-core racing enthusiast or just want to test your driving skills against others, JB’s POWER CENTER Street Legal Friday Night Drags offers a fun and easy alternative to dangerous and illegal street racing. Details

Fridays | 5:00 pm

RAD Torque Raceway 50342 Range Rd, Edmonton International Airport

$10 to $15

IV. Exhibitions, Festivals & Other Events

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VegFest Edmonton

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 the vegan lifestyle, this is the event for you! We are showcasing local vegan vendors, a beer garden with local beers and wine, S Details

Saturday, August 30, 2025 | 11 AM – 7 PM

Athlone Community Hall, 13010 129 St NW, Edmonton

Free

A Taste of Jamaica, Served with Soul: A Long Table Dinner Experience

Join us for a chef-led long table dinner that invites you to slow down, gather with intention, and experience the vibrant heart of Jamaica through food. Led by Chef Shanekia Headley-Morris, this one-night-only experience is a celebration of bold island flavours, time-honoured traditions, and the soulful storytelling that defines Jamaican cuisine. Details

Saturday, August 30, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

The Westin Edmonton, 10135 100th Street, Edmonton

$95 Per Person

Free Admission Elk Island National Park

Just 35 minutes east of Edmonton lies a natural wonderland open all year long! Spread a blanket and gaze at a starry sky free from city lights or follow the footprints of a bison and learn how this magnificent animal was brought back from near extinction. In addition to being an important refuge for bison, elk and more than 250 bird species, Elk Island National Park is also an oasis of calm for day picnickers and overnight campers alike. Details

Until September 2, 2025

Elk Island National Park, Fort Saskatchewan

Free

Imagination – Feature Pyramid

Get ready for a magical summer in the Feature Pyramid! Unleash your imagination as you meet fairies, a dragon, see a magical hobbit house and other surprises. Come and explore this amazing world where fantasy comes alive within a stunning display of bright, summer flowers. Details

Daily | 10 AM – 5 PM

Muttart Conservatory, 9626 96A Street, Edmonton

Regular Admission

Edmonton Ghost Tours

Discover the Darker Side of Edmonton! Join us on a ghostly walk through Old Strathcona, where we stop in front of the Strathcona Hotel, the Princess Theatre, the Strathcona High School and many other buildings, houses, and shops that have reported ghosts, hauntings, murders, and mysteries. They are all true stories that come from area residents and business owners. The tours are hosted by a veteran storyteller with 15 years of experience Details

August 29 & 30, 2025 | 7pm

10322 83rd Avenue Northwest, Edmonton

$15 to $20

Alberta Day – Spruce Grove

This family-friendly event features a special performance by our Canadian Forces SkyHawks military parachute team (subject to weather conditions)! Come enjoy this high-flying experience as well as musical entertainment from Martina Dawn, on-site games and activities, food trucks and more! Details

Monday, September 1, 2025

Jubilee Park, 510 Grove Drive, Spruce Grove

Free

Twilight Picnic Experience

This is a picnic experience designed to make beautiful memories for you and a special someone. Thinking of proposing? Is it time to mark a special anniversary, celebrate a friendship, surprise someone you care about, or reconnect on a much-needed date night out? This picnic experience for two includes an extraordinary gourmet picnic box and admission to the Garden in the beautiful evening hours. Stroll through the peaceful grounds as the frogs begin to sing, the sun sets over the bridge in the Kurimoto Japanese Garden and lights reflect on the fountains in the Aga Khan Garden. Details

Saturday, August 30 | 5 PM to 10 PM

University of Alberta Botanic Garden, Alberta 60, Spruce Grove

$99 + tax for two

Le Burgers Week Edmonton

 
Le Burger Week is a 2 weeklong burger festival that takes place, where participating restaurants from various Canadian cities compete to create a unique burger; reflective of their overall concept and cuisine. Details

September 1-7, 2025

Various Restaurants, Edmonton

Varies

EDLC’S Annual Labour Day BBQ

Join us, invite your friends and family as we grill up 5000 Hamburgers and Hot Dogs, serve up fresh Taber Corn, and hand out frozen desserts & fruits! There will be live music, a HUGE bouncy castle, and many giveaways! Come celebrate Labour Day the way it was always intended surrounded by family. Details

September 01, 2025 at 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Giovanni Caboto Park, 9425 109A Ave NW, Edmonton

Free

Grosvenor Dog Swim

Bring your dog for a swim and support a great cause. Admission is a monetary donation to help support Second Chance Animal Rescue Society (SCARS) and new or gently used pet-related items will also be accepted. Details

Monday, September 1, 2025 | 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Grosvenor Outdoor Pool, 1 Grenfell Avenue, St Albert

By Donation

Haunted Pub Tours

Join us as we wander the Old Strathcona area for the first 40 minutes to hear some of the area’s stories of ghosts, hauntings, murders, and mysteries and then we head inside a local pub to hear the history of the pub and the many ghosts and mysteries surrounding the pub. Hear of haunted buildings in historic Old Strathcona while enjoying some tasting spirits along the way. Details

Fridays and Saturdays | 6 PM

Old Strathcona. Edmonton

$40+fees

Edmonton Mural Festival

Experience a burst of colour and creativity throughout the city as local and international artists turn Edmonton into an open-air gallery! Feast your eyes on stunning murals, engage in hands-on art experiences, and join the vibrant community events, culminating in an unforgettable closing party. This festival promotes inclusivity and inspires future artists with every brushstroke. Details

Until September 15, 2025

Various Venues, Edmonton

Free & Ticketed

The Grand Night Market

Grab dinner, shop local and enjoy the live music and games we will have set up all night! While you’re there, make sure to also check out the amazing local businesses of High Street that will be offering discounts and sweet deals! We can’t wait to see you there! Details

August 29, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Happy Beer Street,
78th Ave between 99 and 100 Street, Edmonton

Free

Horizon of Khufu: A Journey in Ancient Egypt

Following an incredible reception in Montreal, this immersive expedition that explores ancient Egypt makes its third Canadian stop in Edmonton. Distributed by Montreal-based PHI Studio and produced by Paris-based Studio Excurio, this new VR experience is the must-do activity for the holiday season! In a space of nearly 10,000 square feet, visitors will be transported to Cairo and they will be able to freely wander through Ancient Egypt. With friends or family, the public will be invited to discover and uncover another era! Details

Until August 31, 2025 | Various times

West Edmonton Mall 8882 170 St NW, Edmonton

$24.35 & up

Where Dark Things Dwell

Edmonton’s Largest Escape Room is Back Stopping in the sleepy Village of Edmonton for a night’s rest, you and your fellow travellers soon find yourselves caught in the grip of an ancient curse. The townsfolk, once kind and welcoming, now mutter in riddles, their eyes vacant, their minds unravelling. With only lantern light to guide you, you must journey through the town, exploring multiple historic buildings, uncovering cryptic clues, and solving interconnected puzzles. Details

June 6 – September 14 2025

Fort Edmonton Park, 7000 143 St NW, Edmonton

$35

Dragon Food Tours

The CTC Dragon Food Tour is a unique culinary journey through Edmonton’s vibrant Chinatown. It offers an immersive experience that showcases the rich and diverse flavours of Asian cuisine. Participants will indulge in a carefully curated selection of sweet and savoury dishes from renowned local eateries. Details

Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays

Chinatown Transformation Collaborative Society, 10601 97 St NW, Edmonton

$10-$25

Alberta Legislature and Visitor Centre Tours

Visit the Alberta Legislative Assembly Centre and discover history with family-friendly activities. You can always book a tour while you’re here – and the best part, everything is FREE! Details

Wednesday-Sunday (and Holiday Mondays)

Alberta Legislature Building and Visitor Centre, 9820 – 107 Street, NW Edmonton

Free

U of A History and Haunted Walking Tour

A historical and haunted walk throughout the UofA campus to hear all the stories of ghosts, hauntings, murders and mysteries. The University of Alberta (UofA), a center for academics and higher learning, has more than its fair share of ghosts, urban legends, and unexplained events. We will explore the history of the University of Alberta, how it began and the many important historical figures. Details

August 29 & 30 | 9:00 PM

Rutherford House, Edmonton

$20 to $25

Laser Shows in the Zeidler Dome

Lean back, hang on, and get ready for the musical experience of a lifetime. The volume’s getting turned up to 11 in the Zeidler Dome with different themed weekends and laser shows every Thursday through Sunday this summer! Details

Fridays to Sunday Evenings | Various

TELUS World of Science, 142 Street Northwest, Edmonton

$14.95

Dueling Pianos – The Edmonton Riverboat

Step out of the ordinary and leave your inhibitions on-shore! Everybody’s favourite party on the boat! Join us as we rock the night away with a REQUEST ONLY play list performed by two of Edmonton’s most talented dueling pianists! Enjoy our famous dinner buffet. It is served inside the dining room but you may take your food and drink anywhere on the riverboat. Details

August 29, 30, 2025

Edmonton Riverboat, 9734 98 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton

$95 – $115.00

Farmers Markets

Shopping local and supporting local this summer are made easy and fun with the many, many farmers’ markets throughout the Capital Region and Edmonton. With food trucks and snacks on-site, these markets can easily help you spend an entire morning or afternoon. Browse the booths of homemade goods and discover some of the best manufacturers and creators our region has to offer.

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