Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend - August 2-4
August Long Weekend! If you are not heading out of Edmonton for the long weekend you can find a ton of exciting events happening this weekend. August Long weekend is always filled with the best patio parties, the warm weather sets the perfect scene. We have a couple festivals, hilarious improv comedy, street car pop-ups happening this weekend.
Friday
10 Years of SWEAT Party
A 2 Venue Outdoor/Indoor Festival event to celebrate 10 years of SWEAT, presented by SWEAT, Disco in the Park, & Grindstone Theatre Society. Over 9 different DJ’s at two different locations. Come party all night with Grindstone Theatre.
Pop-up Streetcar Party
Experience the most unique views of the Edmonton River Valley and enjoy local artist Steven Sware atop the High Level Bridge. Local craft beer will be served cold and you will see the best sunset Edmonton can offer.
TheatreSports Summer Smackdown at Rapidfire Theatre
Join Rapidfire Theatre for the most electrifying comedy event of the season: the Theatresports Summer Smackdown! Witness top-notch improvisers go head-to-head in a thrilling battle of wits, characters, and comedy.
Magic & Madness with Chris Gowen
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.
Catch Irene Tu at Comic Strip
Irene Tu is an LA-based stand-up comedian, actor and writer who honed her chops in San Francisco. Her first comedy album WE’RE DONE NOW debuted in March of this year at #1 on the iTunes comedy charts. Irene has performed at Netflix Is A Joke comedy festival in the highly coveted “INTRODUCING” showcase. Her STAND-UP FEATURING set is the most watched reel on Comedy Central’s Stand-Up’s Instagram page, with over 2.7 million views.
Catch a Bakery Turned Speakeasy
At 7 pm on Friday and Saturday nights, the long room transforms into The Red Door Room. Fabulous cake, coffee, libations and vittles.
Saturday
Edmonton Water Lantern Festival
As the sun begins to set on the evening sky, the Water Lantern Festival begins to shine with the launch of the lanterns on the water as we turn on the water together. Watch your unique lantern drift into the water as it joins other lanterns that bring hope, love, happiness, healing, peace and connection. It's a night you'll never forget.
The 11 O’clock Number at Grindstone Theatre
The 11 O’clock Number is Grindstone’s award winning improvised musical comedy! Based on suggestions from the audience the cast improvises a brand new musical comedy on the spot, complete with twisting plots and show stopping numbers. Laughs are guaranteed.
Edmonton Party Cruise
Hop on the Edmonton RIver Boat and party the night away. There are over three hours of the largest boat party in Edmonton. Live Dj’s taking song requests all night and professional photographers to capture all the moments. there will be amazing sunsets of the beautiful downtown.
Take a Tour of Chinatown’s Best Savoury Foods
Join an unforgettable gastronomic journey where you can indulge in the rich flavours and diverse cuisines that make our Chinatown a foodie’s paradise.
While you are in Chinatown make sure to try Little BonBon Ice Cream.
Sunday
Keys to the City Festival
A first of its kind event in Edmonton, 12 hours of energy filled mixes and majestic dance moves at The Backyard. 16 Djs , Food Trucks, Tattoo Pop-up, Cannabis Cafe, Tequila Sampling.
Made In Alberta Pop-up Farm Dinners
Eat off the beaten path! Join Prairie Garden Farm on select Sundays across the seasons from June through November for a farm tour, fireside appies, and a memorable farm to table dinner featuring Alberta Made ingredients, Alberta Chefs and Alberta Folk-Musicians, featuring hyper-seasonal farm fresh ingredients. Farm dictates the menu!
Dolly’s All Day Happy Hour!
It’s a long weekend treat at Dolly’s, $4 off house cocktails, corn ribs, chicken lollipops and shrimp cocktail all day. Plus they are launching a new brunch menu starting Sunday morning.
Name That Tune at Grindstone Theatre
Come down to the Grindstone for Name that Tune! Test your knowledge, hangout with your friends, and enjoy some food and drinks at the Bistro for a great evening.
Sunset Sunday Outdoor Yoga
Take an outdoor Yoga class in the heart of the river valley. Over look the North Saskatchewan River as you bend to the setting sun. This one hour flow class is the perfect way to finish a weekend or start a new week.
