Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend - August 16-18
There are only a few weekends left this summer, make the most of this one by checking out one of Edmontons most popular festivals. The Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival starts on Thursday and there are so many great show to experience. If theatre shows are not you thing we have dining experiences, outdoor movies under the stars, the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra performing free show and more happening this weekend.
Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend
Friday
Catch a Play at The Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
Experience a show or play the The Fringe this weekend, with over 216 theatre productions in 38 venues by more than 1,600 Artists from right here at home, across Canada, and more than 11 countries! Fringe offers many ticketed and FREE events.
Shop the Malla Market Pop-up at The Lot
Shop Local this weekend at one of two back to back events! It’s the first Thursday & Friday at @thelotyeg just off popular 124th street for a fun night of shopping curated vendors, enjoy good music and food trucks. There will be fun features like mini tattoos, permanent jewelry & more - this event is also the pet friendly! Then Saturday & Sunday be sure to check the market at Kingsway Mall in the entrance one parking lot for a 50+ vendor market.
Watch a Movie Under the Stars
Round up your family, snacks, and lawn chairs for an enchanting evening you won't forget. This one is a community favourite, often attracting up to 1,000 people – so come early to pick your spot.
Try a Date Night at the Prairie Garden Farm
Grab your partner, bestie, or your neighbour and join Prairie Garden Farm for an evening at the farm! When you arrive enjoy a farm discovery tour, trackless train ride, and even a goat schnuggle or two. You can also book a Geodesic Dome.
Try the new Dining Experiences at L’OCA
L’OCA and Chef Paul Moran are introducing new food experiences and cooking classes in their beautiful workspace. New classes are being added every week. Indulge in an evening of hand-selected drinks and Japanese-inspired dinner service prepared by Chef Paul Moran and his culinary team.
Catch the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra Outdoors
The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra musicians are on the move! This summer, join members of your ESO in your neighbourhood through ESO Outdoors. Curated groups of ESO members will perform delightful renditions of memorable songs spanning multiple genres, including classical, pops, and Hollywood film scores.
Saturday
Try a Sturgeon Moon Dinner at Bar OA Farms
Begin the evening with a tour of our family flower farm, and then dine in the field amongst the flowers. Dinners will showcase seasonal produce from our farm, and neighboring farms, with the meal being prepared before you by professional Chefs. Round out the night with smores around the campfire where you will be able to catch a glimpse of the full moon and stars. With each new moon a menu is curated to reflect the best of what is in season.
Take a Free Chinatown Tour
"Indulge in the Sweet Side of Chinatown" is a guided tour that takes you on a delightful journey to discover the rich cultural heritage and delicious sweet treats that Edmonton Chinatown has to offer. Dragon Food Tours is happening every Saturday throughout the summer at Edmonton's Chinatown.
Catch the Late Night Show Corporate Finch
It's midnight in St Jacobs, Ontario & two teenagers are breaking into an old factory. Will they make it out alive? Corporate Finch is a critically acclaimed new one-act thriller from award-winning playwright Taylor Marie Graham. 'As moving as it is scary' (EntertainmentWorld) 'A Show You Simply Have to See' (ViewFromTheBox)
It’s a Perogy Palooza Party
Perogy Palooza is a a one-day extravaganza dedicated to the beloved varenyk a.k.a. the Perogy. This special day of the dumpling features perogies from local vendors Saskitoba and Baba's Own Ukrainian Food, sausage from Dobra Kubasa, desserts from Baltyk Bakery, beer from Blind Enthusiasm Brewing Company, and live music from George Paleniuk and musical guests.
Watch Dirty Little Secrets at Rapid Fire Theatre.
Don’t keep all your secrets hidden deep inside you, let it out with at Rapid Fire Theatre and share with 50 others in a hilarious improv comedy show. Witness the scandalous, anonymous, hilarious show that lets you bare your darkest secrets and guiltiest sins to a room full of strangers – All at a fraction of the price of therapy.
Last Chance to Experience Zoobrew
Witness the Edmonton Valley Zoo transform into a peaceful escape on a summer night, perfect for beer and animal lovers, a nightout with friends, or a fun date night with your significant otter! This is the last Zoobrew event of the year, find over 25 different drink offerings and food trucks to sample.
Celebrate the Alberta Art Gallery’s Birthday
Join for a night of art, music, and celebration at the Art Gallery of Alberta. Get ready to party on Saturday, August 17 2024, doors open at 6pm. Don't miss out on this special event as we mark our 100th birthday in style. Come and enjoy culinary experiences, special gallery tours, music, karaoke, and more. It's going to be a night to remember!
Catch the Best Magic Show in Edmonton
Step into an intimate parlour setting, meticulously designed for an exclusive audience of 48 people. Prepare to have your mind blown and the time of your life as you see expert magic the way it was always meant to be, up-close and personal. You'll see incredible sleight-of-hand illusions with borrowed phones and watches, objects disappearing and reappearing, next-level card tricks, even a mind-bending illusion.
Join the Swifts Party at Re/Max Field
“Swifties under the Sky” will feature Eras tour hits, spun by special guest DJS. Dress for your favourite Era and be prepared to dance and sing the night away in Edmonton‘s stunning River Valley.
Sunday
Try Dinner With Stranger at Darling
Break bread with strangers at this brand-new pop up at Darling. Enjoy a seated meal in tables of four to six, strangers to you. During dinner guests will share meaningful stories, show up as they are and cultivate connection over a curated, shared meal.
Try a Bathwater Cocktail at a Dolly’s Saltburn Party
A cocktail menu inspired by the movie Saltburn and it's iconic characters portrayed. Y’all already know there’s gonna be plenty of bathtub water cocktails to go around.
Take a Sunset Yoga Class
Experience the beautiful river valley and sunset this Sunday. This is an hour-long, rejuvenating and relaxing yoga class designed for all skill levels, from beginner to experience.
