Events

June 9 – 18
Old Strathcona

The Edmonton Pride Festival is a 10-day event that features pride-filled entertainment, art, fashion, sports and family-friendly activities. Old Strathcona and Whyte Avenue will be host to the Edmonton Pride Festival and Pride Parade on June 10!

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*Photo Credit: EEDC

June 30 – July 2
Whyte Avenue

The annual Blues on Whyte Block Party is back for its 6^th year! Celebrate the Canada Day weekend in Old Strathcona and Whyte Ave for an epic party that includes nine bands on three stages, six food trucks and 40 different vendors.

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June 30 – July 8
CP Rail Land

Check out the amazing work of Canadian sand carving artists as they create sand carving magic that tells our Canada 150 story!

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July 7 – 9
Whyte Avenue

Take a walk through the hearts and minds of artists! For three days, Whyte Avenue will be host to a grand promenade of outdoor art studio and galleries. See over 450 visual artists showcase their work throughout Old Strathcona and Whyte Avenue.

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July 7 – 16
Sir Winston Churchill Square

For ten lively days in July, the Edmonton International Street Performers Festival brings together artists of all kinds from acrobats and tightrope walkers to puppeteers and comedians. Come down to Churchill Square as there will be live performances all day long!

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*Photo Credit: EEDC

July 20 – 29
Sir Winston Churchill Square

Taste of Edmonton is a foodie’s dream with all of the city’s best food and drink gathering together in Churchill Square! Head to the heart of downtown Edmonton this summer for great food and drink with some amazing musical acts throughout the day!

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*Photo Credit: EEDC

July 28 – 29
Hawrelak Park

The 6^th stop of the 2017 ITU World Triathlon Series, Edmonton will play host to triathletes putting their running, biking and swimming to the test.

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July 21 – 30
Northlands

Edmonton’s biggest summer festival is back at Northlands for 10 days of thrilling rides, deep fried everything and amazing live entertainment! This midway and exhibition is a must every summer in Edmonton.

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*Photo Credit: EEDC

August 5 – 7
Hawrelak Park

See the world in a weekend! Taste your way around the globe at Heritage Festival in Hawrelak Park

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August 10 – 13
Gallagher Park

What has become a summer staple in Edmonton. Think about relaxing on a grassy slope listening to some of the greatest artists and bands from all around the globe with the city skyline as your backdrop. It’s a music festival like no other!

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August 19 – 20

It’s a weekend of activity in Edmonton with the Servus Edmonton Marathon. Participants will be on a route overlooking the Edmonton River Valley and several iconic Edmonton neighbourhoods along the way!

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*Photo Credit: EEDC

August 17 – 27
Old Strathcona

A Midsummer Night’s Fringe! The Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival is celebrating their 36th year from August 17 to 27. Get fringing this summer with 10 full days of theatre, street performers, live storytelling and of course food!

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September 1 – 4

Back for its fifth year, the ATB Tour of Alberta is racing through the city. Watch some of the world’s best cyclist compete for top spot and also take in all the live entertainment, food and activities going on at the festival.

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September 9
Rogers Place

The UFC is coming to Edmonton for the first time! Rogers Place will play host to UFC 215 with two title fights: Johnson vs Borg & Nunes vs. Shevchenko!

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September 15 – 17
Hawrelak Park

The best is BMX Freestyle, MTB Slopestyle, BMX Flat and Skateboard are back in Hawrelak Park. The Festival International des Sports Extreme (FISE) World Series takes place September 15 – 17 and watch as athletes compete with their death-defying tricks in front of a crowd of thousands!

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*Photo Credit: EEDC

September 22 – 30

A week where innovation and collaboration takes over Edmonton. This nine day festivals includes interactive installations, workshops, tours and pop-up parties and exhibitions throughout Edmonton all focused around design.

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*Photo Credit: EEDC

September 28 – October 7

For all the film buffs out there, the Edmonton International Film Festival (EIFF) is here and there are amazing array of films being shown in downtown Edmonton!

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October 10 – 22

LitFest is Canada’s Original Nonfiction Festival which celebrates a moveable feast of nonfiction. It is more than just reading books, it is about making real life come off the page. Readers can connect with writers through a series of live events, great conversations and exciting gatherings throughout the 11 days!

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October 12 – 14

Three days of laugh out loud comedy is coming to six venues across the city for the Edmonton Comedy Festival. This year features comics from across North America performing at various venues from October 12 – 14.

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November 8 – 12
Northlands Coliseum

Watch as the county’s best athletes buck, rope and ride their way to national titles at the Canadian Finals Rodeo from November 8 – 12.

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November 9 – 10
Rogers Place

The world’s best bull riding athletes are coming to Rogers Place! The PBR Global Cup is the ultimate expression of national pride on the international stage as athletes compete to be the Toughest Nation on Dirt. Come watch as 5 nations battle to tame the beast!

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November 10 – 11
Shaw Conference Centre

Celebrating 20 years! The Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival brings new and delicious products from wines and spirits to great brews. To top it all off, gourmet food bites from Edmonton’s best restaurants complete the experience at this must-attend festival.

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November 25
124 Street

Celebrate the winter season in Edmonton with the annual All is Bright Festival on Saturday, November 25 from 4PM to 8PM. Brought to you by the businesses of 124 Street and High Street, the event is lighting up the night through illumination, fun and live entertainment.

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*Photo Credit: EEDC

November 30 – December 3
Shaw Conference Centre

What better way to get geared up for the holidays than with hundreds of decorated trees and lights, live music, and shopping! In its 33^rd year, The University Hospital’s Festival of Trees is taking place at the Shaw Conference Centre and supports raising funds for the University Hospital Foundation.

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March 27 | April 5, 7
Roger's Place

The Edmonton Oilers are at Rogers Place for the last few games of the season.

Grab your blue and orange and make it a night! Check out our Offers page for the perfect game day package.

*Photo Credit: EEDC

December 31
Alberta Legislature

Ring in the New Year at the Alberta Legislature Grounds with a spectacular fireworks display at 9pm. This family-friendly event wraps up 2017 and a year-long celebration of Canada’s 150.

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January 25 – 28
Old Strathcona – Whyte Ave

This annual winter festival is back in Old Strathcona. Take charge of your Canadian winter, witness blocks of ice being carved into magnificent sculptures, sip a drink at the ice bar or take your shot at ice carving.

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January 26 – 28
Edmonton Expo Centre

Get ready to refresh your space with the Edmonton Renovation Show. Find fresh inspiration, helpful tips, innovative products and fantastic deals in remodeling, home improvement, decor and outdoor spaces with hundreds of experts all under one roof.

Visit the Edmonton Renovation Show website for more details.

February 1 – 4
Old Strathcona – Whyte Ave

This is the second weekend of the Boardwalk Ice on Whyte Festival! Get a second dose of this winter festival with great activities planned all weekend.  

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February 9 – 19
Hawrelak Park

Rooted in Dutch winter traditions, the festival combines sport (especially skating), arts and culture, and recreation. Celebrating its 27th anniversary in 2017, the Silver Skate Festival is the longest running winter festival in Edmonton. Over the years, it has grown in leaps and bounds, from a small skating event to a large-scale, winter extravaganza.

Learn more about the Silver Skate Festival.

Opens January 5
Hawrelak Park

Explore a castle made entirely of ice! This two acre winter wonderland is crafted by hand using iciclles and water. Ice Castles calls Hawrelak Park home and this winter, experience this magical Narnia-like castle made of ice tunnels, slides, caverns and mazes!

Learn more about Ice Castles.

March 22-25
Edmonton Expo Centre

Get inspired this spring, with the Edmonton Home + Garden Show. Visit with industry experts for helpful tips, innovative products and fantastic deals in remodeling, home improvement, decor and outdoor spaces.

Visit the Edmonton Home + Garden Show website for more details.

Whether you’re winding down your day or starting your night, we invite all guests to join us in the Hospitality Suite at 5:30 PM every day for a complimentary wine tasting.

In addition to a featured red and white, nibble on a selection of cheese and crackers.

March 27 | April 5, 7
Roger's Place

The Edmonton Oilers are at Rogers Place for the last few games of the season.

Grab your blue and orange and make it a night! Check out our Offers page for the perfect game day package.

*Photo Credit: EEDC