Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend - September 20 - 22

Looking for the best things to do this weekend in Edmonton? We have everything from musicals, film festivals, outdoor classes, cooking experiences and more. Plus on Thursday we are hosting Couples Gaming Tournament at The Rec Room WEM. It’s a $15 experience for 2 that includes 1 hour of unlimited gaming and the chance to win amazing prizes for the top 3 teams.

Friday

Bridges of Madison County - The Musical
Experience the heartrending romance of The Bridges of Madison County: The Musical! Set in the picturesque 1960s Iowa, this captivating show follows the chance encounter between a passionate Italian-American housewife and a roving National Geographic photographer. Amidst the backdrop of covered bridges and sweeping landscapes, their forbidden love unfolds in a soul-stirring tale of sacrifice and longing.

League of Extraordinary Lagers at Analog Brewing
Discover lagers of multitudes of styles, a festival of refreshing beers. Get your passport and embark on a month-long lager journey across Edmonton and area sampling the best from local breweries. Collect stamps, raise your glasses, and discover extraordinary lagers. Don’t miss out on this epic beer adventure!

Gotta Minute Film Festival
The festival features one-minute silent short films in public spaces. Gotta Minute is a celebration of public art on public transit in public space. A gem of a fest for one and all, big and small, proudly brought to you by PATTISON Onestop & The Film and Video Arts Society of Alberta (FAVA).

NAIT Alumni Series Paired Dinner with Peter Keith at Ernest's
Join Ernest each month from September to February for an unforgettable dining experience merging tradition with innovation. The Alumni Series will feature expertly crafted 4-course menus by our rotating special guest Alumni Chef and culinary students, paired with exquisite wines for $110 per person (all-inclusive).

Try A Cooking Class
Join Kathryn Joel for an evening of Thai Classics. Learn to cook up a feast of Thai specialties, starting with Thai Fish Cakes, served with a quick pickle and sweet chili dipping sauce. Followed by Pad Thai with Shrimp then a flavourful and aromatic Red Thai Chicken Curry. End your experience on a refreshing note with Thai-inspired Coconut Lime Ice Cream.

Magic and Madness with Chris Gowen
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.

Dark Sky Experiences at Elk Island
Gateway to the Stars is an introductory stargazing program where park interpreters guide participants using star charts to find some of the major constellations visible in the night sky in the fall. We then use the Big Dipper as our Gateway to the Stars to explore other constellations visible to the human eye and along the way tell some of the cultural stories about the constellations.

Theatresports at Rapidfire Theatre
This high-energy, fast-paced show pits teams of improvisers against each other in a fierce, no-holds-barred battle of wits and laughs! Fuelled by the suggestions you give us, our skilled improvisers make up the entire show on the spot, off the top of their heads.

Saturday

Art Tour: If These Walls Could Talk
Discover this corner of Edmonton with its rich, diverse culture, and its longstanding pillars of the community. This tour has been curated by a team of people dedicated to the art you’ll see, the artists behind the art, and the history of 118th Avenue.

The 11 O'clock Number: Season 13
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 showstopping numbers. Laughs are guaranteed. You have to see it to believe it. 

Murder at Athabasca Hall
It's 1926 and the brand new Faculty of Law is open for learning at the University of Alberta. Current Law Prof., William Alexander Weir, has taken over as the inaugural Dean of Law. After a faculty function, which greeted many guests including Premier Brownlee, shots ring out behind Athabasca Hall. Enjoy a three course meal as part of this Dinner Experience. Dress in costume for the full experience, and you might just become part of the show.

Vermouth, Amaro & Chocolate with Sip Liquor
During this 90-minute experience, Delavoye will pair four of their craft chocolates with two vermouths and two amaro, exploring the unique aspects of each component and how they come together.

On Stage: A Streetcar Named Desire
After losing her Mississippi home to creditors, Blanche duBois relocates to the New Orleans home of her younger sister and brother-in-law, Stella and Stanley Kowalski. Undermined by romantic illusions, Blanche is unable to cope with life's harsh realities. While Blanche's world collapses, Stanley stalks closer to discovering the truth of her past and exposing her secrets.

The Improv Stand-Up Friendship Fun Time Show
Where Improv Meets Stand-Up! Edmonton’s premier improvisers work together with Edmonton’s premier stand-up comedians for the ultimate Edmonton comedy show! 

Sunday

Take an Outdoor Yoga Class
Take a break and enjoy the last bit of the warm weather. Spend your Sunday night outdoors streching in one of the most beautiful spots in Edmonton. Embrace the sunset and gaze upon the river valley and downtown Edmonton. This one hour yoga class is the perfect class for beginners to the most advance.

Lil' Bites Bike Tour
Get ready to embark on an exciting two-wheel food adventure! Hop on a bike and cycle with the friendly tour guides to various local food destinations eating mouth-watering tasters all while getting a VIP behind the scenes luxury experience from Edmonton's hidden gems.

Malla Market Fall Exclusive
Malla Market is a market but with SO much to do so make sure to make it your weekends must do! It is a fun market where people can shop for cute, girly items with such an amazing mix of vendors enjoy delicious food and participate in exciting activities. The market will feature a variety of vendors selling handmade crafts, vintage items, cute jewellery, candles, home decor and tasty treats.