Edmonton
Weekend Activities and Events in Edmonton
August 23 to 25, 2019
A digest of What’s On in and around Edmonton during this weekend including free fun family activities, weekend events & activities for kids, live music, performing arts & theatre and sports events. Few weekday events are also listed.
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I. Family Events & Activities
Harry Potter Movie Marathon
DID YOU KNOW THE FIRST HARRY POTTER MOVIE PREMIERED IN 2001, MORE THAN 18 YEARS AGO?Whether this is your first time watching these beloved films, or your 100th time, you do not want to miss your chance to see all 8 films on the giant screen.
Details
Thursday August 22, 2019 to Sunday September 1, 2019
TELUS World of Science, 11211 142 Street Northwest, Edmonton
$9.95
Edmonton’s Water Gun Party
Edmonton first-ever EPIC water gun Party!
This event is the first water gun party in the city of Edmonton. The event will be family-friendly, interactive and most of all… fun! The event will consist of a DJ, emcee, bouncy castle, media, food tents, customer service/Medical aid facility, security, volunteers, vendors and of course… the epic water fight!
Saturday August 24, 2019 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, 9999 Grierson Hill Northwest, Edmonton
$15.00 & up
Learn-to Camp with Parks Canada
Come experience the thrill of camping with this family-friendly day event!
Set up a tent, wander through nature, build a crackling campfire and make a tasty treat. Parks Canada will guide participants through activities, provide wildlife education and empower families to confidently explore the great outdoors!
Sunday, August 24 | 11:45 AM – Registration
Workshop from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Rainbow Valley Campground, 13204 Rainbow Valley Rd NW, Edmonton
Free
Manning Fun Fair
Get the kids out for one last event before the whirlwind of back to school activities begins. This family-friendly fair-themed event will include fun performances, balloon artists, face painters, & more! And what’s a fair without mini donuts? We’ll be providing FREE MINI DONUTS, while supplies last, to complete your fair experience!
Saturday August 24, 2019 | 12 AM-3 PM
Manning Town Centre, 15531 – 37 St NW
Free
Rural Roots Fair
Come out to the Beaumont & District Agricultural Society Fairgrounds with the whole family to enjoy activities such as pony rides, a petting zoo, games, crafts for all ages, face painting, Equine and Dog Demos, Marketplace Youth/Adult Workshops, Tractor Hay Rides, Interactive Nature Displays and Nature Walks, Food trucks and many more surprises.
Saturday August 24, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday August 25, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Beaumont Ag Society Fairgrounds
24358 Township Rd 505, Rolly View
Free
Sensory Friendly Screening: Turtle Odyssey
We’re turning the lights up & the volume down to create a sensory friendly environment. Family-friendly for all ages. This is your chance to see Turtle Odyssey on the giant screen, in a calm and relaxed setting. Details
Saturday August 24, 2019 | 10:00 AM
TELUS World of Science, 11211 142 Street Northwest, Edmonton
$9.50 per person
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Sesame Street Meet & Greet! on Saturday, August 24, 2019 at 11 AM – 3 PM @ Bonnie Doon Centre, 160 82 Avenue & 83 Street, Edmonton
Food Forest
Root for Trees is expanding our Food Forest at Cloverdale Hill. Come check out which native fruit-bearing trees and shrubs grow in Edmonton. You might be surprised at the amount of biodiversity we have in our own backyard! Join us and help plant these life-sustaining plants for a source of food for years to come. The wildlife will thank you! Details
Saturday August 24, 2019 | 10 AM – 2 PM
Cloverdale Hill, Strathearn Crescent & 89 Street, Edmonton
Free
Outdoor Free Movie Shows
- Movie in Michaels Park: Aladdin on Friday, August 23, 2019 at 8:30 PM – 11 PM @ North Millbourne Community League9, 80 Millbourne Road East, Edmonton. Details
- Summer Movies in the Park: Join us each Saturday in August for a blockbuster, family-friendly movie! Movies start at dusk. Remember to bring a chair, blanket or sleeping bag, as well as bug spray. Movie: Avengers: Endgame. Saturday, August 24, 2019 | Dusk @ Meadows Community Recreation Centre, 2704 – 17 Street. Details
Mid-Autumn Moonlight Carnival
The Chinatown and Area Business Association proudly presents the fourth annual Moonlight Carnival. This year’s celebration will feature carefully curated performances, lantern making and our popular Mooncake masterclass. Details
Sunday August 25, 2019 | 12 PM – 6 PM
Ukrainian federation hall, 10629 98 St NW, Edmonton
Free
Open Streets
Join the massive street party on Edmonton’s iconic Jasper Avenue! Walk, roll, stroll or dance through the car-free Open Streets. Led by Paths for People, the free 5-hour downtown event will feature activities including a bike parade, games and fitness classes plus food trucks, live music and more.
Sunday August 25, 2019 | 10 AM -3 PM
Jasper Avenue between 103 street and 109 Street, Edmonton
Free
Festa Italiana
Festa Italiana (formerly Viva Italia Viva Edmonton) is the summer Italian festival which is held in the heart of Edmonton’s Little Italy. Businesses and communities come together to celebrate the Italian Canadian heritage with live music, unique entertainment, cultural activities, sporting events and lots of food!
Sunday August 25, 2019 |11 AM – 6:00 PM
Giovanni Caboto Park, 109A Avenue Northwest, Edmonton
Free
Animal Mythbusters
Are bats really blind? Are snakes really scary? Do camels store water in their humps? Uncover the truth at the Edmonton Valley Zoo! Put on your detective caps and come armed with your questions. Enjoy game shows, hands-on science experiments, a myth-busting scavenger hunt, and animal crafts!
Sunday August 25, 2019 |12 PM – 4:00 PM
Edmonton Valley Zoo, Edmonton
Regular Admission Applies
Simply Supper’s Lemonade Stand Day
Buy a lemonade to support Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation. The Simply Supper Helps Junior Lemon Squeezers in our community have hosted lemonade stands throughout the City of Edmonton for the past 5 years, raising over $425,000 for local charities.
This year’s funds will help purchase Giraffe CareStation Omnibeds for the Stollery NICUs at the Royal Alexandra Hospital site and the new NICU at the Sturgeon Community Hospital.
Sunday, August 25, 2019 | See map below for hours at various locations
Donation
Other Family Activities
1.Parkbus – Free Bus Transportation to Elk Island National Park
The Parkbus TD Elk Island Express will operate every Saturday from June 8 to August 31, 2019 and Sundays on long weekends through the summer (June 30, August 4 and September 1).
2. City Hall – This week at City Hall
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Family Movies
1. Reel Family Cinema at Metro Cinema: Details — on most Saturday afternoons. Free for kids under 12. Come early and enjoy themed lobby activities before the films.
2. Movies
Family Favourites Cineplex: Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a family favourite film each week for only $2.99. | Saturdays at 11:00 AM.
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.
3. Telus World of Science
Imax theatre : Shows
Legends of the Northern Sky: Legends of the Northern Sky is a stunning full-dome show honouring the legends and wisdom passed down through the generations by the Indigenous peoples of the western plains of Canada.
MYTHBUSTERS: The Explosive Exhibition: Explore The Blueprint Room and over 60 artifacts salvaged from more than 700 experiments conducted on the series, hand-picked by the MythBusters themselves. Then engage in real hands-on, interactive experiences that are suited for guests of all ages by combining popular scientific facts with innovation, family-friendly displays, and never-before-seen myths saved specifically for this exhibition!
Vikings: Beyond the Legend
Vikings: Beyond the Legend explores the cultural influence, achievements and inventions of the legendary Viking Age. More than 650 artifacts from the 9th to 10th centuries will be on display. Among the artifacts is a reconstruction of the 37-metre Roskilde 6, the longest Viking warship ever found, featuring 1,000-year-old wooden planks and metal supports showing the ship’s original lines.
April 18 to Oct. 20, 2019 @ Royal Alberta Museum, 9810 103a Avenue NW
Free activities: local library
Edmonton Public library: Details and link for registration.
Strathcona County Library – Here
Spruce Grove Public Library – Here
St. Albert Public Library – Here
Drop – in Programs
1. Edmonton Recreation : There is always something you can do as family with the advantage of not having to plan early or register. Check these links below.
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- Drop-in Fitness/Skate Programs : When & Where
- Spray Parks & Splash Pads
- Outdoor Pools
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St Albert – Drop in Schedule
Woodlands Water Play Park: Come splash around in the medieval-themed spray park, or go exploring on the dry playground! Open 9:45 a.m. to 8:15 p.m. Water features on from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (weather permitting). @ Woodlands Water Play Park, 165 Sturgeon Road, St Albert
Strathcona County – Drop in Programs
Sunflowers at Edmonton Corn Maze: Sunflowers are in bloom at Edmonton Corn Maze. Details
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II. Live Music & Concerts
Weekday Concerts, EDM & Concert Tours
Upcoming Concert Tours in Edmonton
- Fridays at the Legislature feat. Bebe Buckskin on Friday, August 23 | 12:00 PM @ Capital Plaza (Legislature Grounds)
- Sublime with Rome on Friday, August 23, 2019 | 9:00 PM @ River Cree Resort & Casino
- Truckfighters on Saturday, August 24, 2019 | 8:00 PM @ The Starlite Room
- Ghastly on Saturday, August 24, 2019 | 9:00 PM @ Union Hall
- Dillion Nathaniel on Saturday, August 24, 2019 | 9:00 PM @ The Chvrch of John
Edmonton Blues Festival
2019 Line-Up: Rott’n Dan and Lightnin’ Willy, Rick Vito, The Proven Ones, Mark Hummel’s Chicago Blues Party, Rooster Davis Group, Uncle Wigglys Hot Shoes Blues Band, Lindsay Beaver, Big Pete with 13, Lil’ Jimmy Reed and his Band, Curtis Salgado Band, Samantha King and The YEG Trio, Curtis Salgado and Alan Hagar, Mississippi Heat with Special Guest Lurrie Bell, Vanessa Collier Band, Sonny Landreth, Charlie Musselwhite.
August 23 to 25, 2019
Hawrelak Park – 9930 Groat Road, Edmonton
$27.50 & up
Ukrainian Tenors
Ukrainian benefit concert with Oleh Lyhach (tenor), soloist of the Lviv National Opera and Ballet Theater, people’s artist of Ukraine . Ivan- Danylo Lyhach- Lviv National Philharmonic soloist.
Saturday August 24, 2019 | 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Ukrainian Youth Unity Complex, 9615 153 Avenue Northwest Edmonton
$40
Laser Shows
Laser Foo Fighters: With their multiple Grammy awards and musical accolades, the Foo Fighters are worldwide success. We’re proud to bring Laser Foo Fighters to our world-class Zeidler Dome, for the ultimate laser light and music experience.
Laser Schism: TOOL: Enigmatic and style-transcending; TOOL is known to record some of the most powerful and complicated heavy metal rock ever created. Laser Schism: TOOL is no exception. Hold on to your seats as this pivotal laser rock show brings down the house.
Laser Outkast: Sit back and enjoy a laser light spectacle to some of Outkast’s greatest hits, such as “Ms. Jackson,” “Rosa Parks” and “Hey Ya”
August 2- 31, 2019
TELUS World of Science – Edmonton , 11211 142 Street
$9.50 to $13.95
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III. Theatre & Performing Arts
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- Spotlight Saturdays: A rotating variety of performers including burlesque dancers, comedians, magicians, and amazing live music @ Spotlight Cabaret, 8217 104 St NW, Edmonton
Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
The Edmonton Fringe takes place in Old Strathcona, for a vibrant 11 days and features Buskers, Outdoor Performers, Artisans and Vendors and live theatre performances.
August 15 to 25, 2019
Old Strathcona, Edmonton
Free & ticketed events.
Flight – The Little Prince Returns
Straight from Off-Broadway, FLIGHT premieres in Edmonton at Fringe. Three acrobats morph into cactuses, waves, and far-off islands as audiences discover The Little Prince like they’ve never imagined. Details
August 16 to 24 , 2019
Sugar Swing Ballroom, 10019 80 Ave, Edmonton
$11-$13
THREE – Acrobatics. Up close.
From the creators of the Off-Broadway hit Flight (“Ingenious” -NYTimes), THREE brings acrobatics up close to the Edmonton Fringe. Experience sweat, laughter and trust as three acrobats test the limits of human connection. A kinetic adrenaline-packed hour with a slick soundtrack. Details
August 15 to 23, 2019
Sugar Swing Ballroom, 10019 80 Ave, Edmonton
$11 – $13
A Momentary Lapse
Not seen since 2005, this first collaboration between Ahlf and Lemoine (whose other collaborations include The Hoof and Mouth Advantage and Angels on Horseback) is the chronicle of two hapless citizens on a hilarious and inexorable shared journey toward a shared breach of the criminal code. Details
August 16-31, 2019
The Varscona Theatre, 10329 – 83 Avenue, Edmonton
$13 to $25
Best of Friends – The Long Lost Episode
Jubilations Dinner Theater presents Best of Friends: The Long Lost Episode. Featuring uproarious laughter, and the greatest hits of the “Friends” era, performed by some of Canada’s best singers. Details
August 17 to October 27, 2019
Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 170 Street Northwest, Edmonton
$38.95 to $75.95
III. Sports & Related Events
Edmonton Eskimos
vs. Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Friday, August 23, 2019 | 7:00 PM
Commonwealth Stadium 11000 Stadium Rd., Edmonton
The Edmonton Speedway Park Revival
The Edmonton Speedway Park Revival is a 2-day motorsport event which includes full days of race car events (motorsport, race cars, historic cars that competed in CAN-AM, TRANS-AM, F1, Klondike-200, plus other international events) and a specialty car show.Details
August 24 & 25, 2019
Castrol Raceway , Highway 19 & Highway 2 (2 Km West) Nisku
food or cash donation to the Edmonton Food Bank.
Edmonton Walk for Muscular Dystrophy
Walk event activities include: 1km walk around Gold Bar Park, free BBQ cooked by the Edmonton Fire Department, free massages, outdoor games, disability resources, impact presentations, music, kid’s activities, face painting, 50/50, and a very popular silent auction featuring prizes from local businesses.
Saturday, August 24, 2019 | 10:00AM – 2:00PM
Gold Bar Park, 10955 50 St NW, Edmonton
FC Edmonton
vs. York9 FC
Sunday, August 25, 2019 | 4:00 PM
Clarke Stadium, 11000 Stadium Road NW, Edmonton
IV. Exhibitions, Festivals & Other Events
More To Do
Alberta Vacation Ideas & Itineraries
5 Course Vegetarian Dinner & Local Craft Beer Pairing on Wednesday August 21 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM @ Craft Beer Market
Ongoing Events
- Thirsty Thursdays on Thursdays, June 6 to September 26, 2019 | 06:00 PM to 9:00 PM @ Snow Valley Aerial Park
- Date Nights — Thursdays | June 13 to August 29 | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm @ University of Alberta Botanic Garden
- Alberta Legislature Evening Grounds Tours on July 4 to August 29 | Thursdays at 6 PM
- Edmonton River Boat Season 2019 – Date Nights on Thursdays (7 PM), River Cruises/Live Music on Weekends, Cruise and Brunch Buffet on Sundays.
- Farmers’ Market Ride Along: Every Saturday from June 1st to September 28th The City of Edmonton Bike Street Team will be hosting free ride alongs to show new and veteran cyclists how to safely navigate the new protected bike routes.
- Sunset Voyageur Canoe Tours: May 17th to October 2nd, 2019 @ Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park
A&W Burgers to Beat MS
Calling all burger fans! A&W Canada is celebrating the 11th annual Burgers to Beat MS campaign to raise awareness and funds to help those living with multiple sclerosis (MS). For every Teen Burger® sold across Canada on Thursday, August 22, A&W Canada will donate $2 to the MS Society of Canada.
Thursday, August 22nd, 2019
A&W Restaurants across Canada
Burger Cost
Fava Fest
Join us as we showcase Film and Video Arts Society of Alberta members’ work in Best of the Fest screenings curated by our festival jury. We’re also thrilled to feature films by our Outstanding Achievement Award recipients Alex Viszmeg and Joe Viszmeg on both screening nights. Our closing night party is FAVA GALA, where we honour independent film, video, and media art in style with our Awards of Excellence and Production Awards.
August 22 to 24, 2019
The Orange Hub, 10045 156 Street Northwest, Edmonton
Donation
Zoobrew
The Valley Zoo transforms into a peaceful escape on a summer night, perfect for photographers, a girls’ night out, or a romantic date! Enjoy a walk around the zoo and learn about the animals, while sipping on a craft beer, spirits or wine. Sit in the grass and bask in the talent from numerous Edmonton performers.
Friday, August 23, 2019 | 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Edmonton Valley Zoo, 13315 Buena Vista Road Northwest, Edmonton
$25
Ukrainian Village Tour
Join ACUA for a small group tour of the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village. Registration includes transportation, admission, 2-hour guided walking tour, lunch, and a wagon ride.
Friday, August 23, 2019 | 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
ACUA, 9534 87 St, Edmonton
$20-$30
An interactive Nigerian dining Experience
Guests will be treated to an interactive dinning experience designed to showcase some of Nigeria’s most popular “buka” or street food with a modern twist. Guests will receive a hands-on experience to learn about common spices and ingredients used in Nigerian culinary while enjoying a 3-course brunch menu that has been carefully selected to feature some of these items.
Saturday, August 24, 2019 | 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Cafe Lavi, 10335 100 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton
$45 to $55
Caskapalooza
Join us for a festival-style night of entertainment, good vibes and local beer tasting – featuring over 20 unique casks from your favourite local craft breweries.
Sunday, August 25 | 3:00PM – 6:00PM
Craft Beer Market, 10013, 101A Avenue Northwest, Edmonton
$25
Nait OOKS Celebrity Server
Join us to support the Mens Nait OOKS Basketball team. 10% of your bill gets donated to the Basketball team. Use the promocode ” BASKETBALL ” for a FREE Bandera Pizza Bread
Saturday, August 24, 2019 | 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Boston Pizza Kingsway Mall
Edmonton
Free; Cost of food applies
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Viking Age Wire Weaving
Try your hand at Viking wire weaving with local experts Greg McClennon and Sandi Lawson. Viking wire weaving, also known as Trichinopoly, is a technique used during the Viking era to make jewelry, decoration on tunic sleeves, and other practical uses in everyday Viking life.
Sunday August 25, 2019 | 11 AM to 3 PM
Royal Alberta Museum, 9810 103A Avenue Northwest
$10 to $19
Larch Sanctuary Guided Nature Walk
Discover the Whitemud Nature Reserve in the Edmonton Area Land Trust’s (EALT) Larch Sanctuary. On this guided walk you’ll learn about the flora and fauna of the Creek and Ravine, the role it plays in linking our water systems together and what challenges it currently faces. The Sanctuary is also home to Bee Hotels and is working to create bat box spaces.
Sunday August 25, 2019 | 11 AM to 1 PM
23rd Avenue between Rabbit Hill Road and 119 Street. Edmonton
Free
Batik Fabric Workshop
Lviv Academy artist Lada Tsymbala guides you through Ukrainian traditions of batik wax-resist fabric dying and contemporary techniques. Make your own fabric design! No experience necessary.
Sunday, August 25, 2019 | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
ACUA, 9534 87 St, Edmonton
$55-$65
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Art EXHIBITIONS & Other Events
Where are the Children? Healing the Legacy of the Residential Schools
A powerful travelling exhibition by the Legacy of Hope Foundation that explores the history and consequences of the Residential School System in Canada with the goal of contributing to the healing and understanding required for reconciliation.
May 16 to September 2, 2019 @ Borealis Gallery, Legislative Assembly Visitor Centre
I Am From Here
I Am From Here, a new exhibition in RAM’s Human History Hall, shares the remarkable stories of the descendants of Alberta’s early Black pioneers.
March 23 to September 7, 2019 @ Royal Alberta Museum, 9810 103a Ave NW
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Don’t forget about FC Edmonton playing Canada Day against the Halifax Wanders in Canada’s new soccer league the CPL. Canadian premier League.
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