The Best Things to do in Edmonton This Weekend - September 2 - 4
Thursday Bonus Event
Couples Gaming Tournament at The Rec Room
Bring your A-game to The Rec Room West Edmonton Mall and compete with other couples at popular redemption games in the yard. The couple with the most points at the end of the sixty minutes will take home the grand prize - and during that time you've got unlimited credits to stomp the competition.We've got three prizes, first, second and third. The Grand Prize will take home the ultimate date night complements of The Rec Room. Tickets are only $15 per couple!
Friday
Stand Up Show: Ryan Ash at Grindstone Theatre
Ryan Ash loves entertaining people- he’s been doing it professionally since he was 17 years old. Ryan’s been seen in comedy clubs and scary bars across Canada performing with comedians like Patrice O’Neal, Tracey Morgan and Doug Stanhope, as well as in TV/Film for companies such as Sony, Fox and CBC. With a quick wit and a love of all things absurd, Ryan has earned praise from reviewers and audiences for his jokes. Ryan splits time between the stage and film, but his #1 love in the biz is stand up comedy. He tries to bring that love to every show.
The true story of the small town that welcomed the world. Broadway’s COME FROM AWAY has won Best Musical all across North America! The New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran night, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships.
Symphony Under the Sky Festival
Join us in Hawrelak Park for the return of your favourite summer tradition! Your Edmonton Symphony Orchestra will perform two programs of sensational music during Simply Symphony Under the Sky. This incredible outdoor festival, features two programs: Hollywood Hits and Festival Favourites.
The Commercial Hotel/Blues on Whyte is pleased to present the lineup for the Whyte Avenue Blues Festival 2022! Friday September 2ndfeatures Monkey Junk and Jack Semple headlining! Kenny Blues Boss Wayne will be opening Friday’s festivities. Our intimate music festival is showcasing the best in Canadian blues outdoors in the heart of Old Strathcona. This is a blues bash that you don’t want to miss!
Ditch work early on Fridays for some street food, beer, cocktails, games and live music with your friends and coworkers as ICE District Plaza is transformed into Downtown Edmonton’s largest licensed patio.
Join us as we wander to two local pubs as you hear the historic and haunted history of Edmonton. Explore haunted pubs buildings in historic Old Strathcona while enjoying some tasting spirits along the way.
Saturday
Brought to you by the City of Edmonton and the Edmonton Arts Council. Prime Purpose Movement (PPM) will be throwing THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SHOW at Station on Jasper on September 3rd, 2022. Doors at 9 pm. This show is about love, inspiration, art, and most importantly about connection. PPM has brought Edmonton's MOST BEAUTIFUL performers together for a single night of music.
Cocktails and Jerk Festival
Cocktails and Jerk is a festival which embodies the diversity of the city of Edmonton. We are offering a different entertainment perspective; Caribbean street food, luscious non-alcoholic and alcoholic cocktails, live music and dance performances. This is your tropical staycation in the heart of Alberta’s capital city, Edmonton.
Bring your pooch to the Puppies & Pints Patio Party to enjoy the last of the dog days of summer benefiting Zoe's Animal Rescue Society! Give your pooch a little extra TLC as Dogtopia will be on-site doing nail trims by donation!
Mural Downtown Block Party
Mural Massive is back for the third year and will bring a handful of new large-scale murals to the Old Strathcona and Downtown communities. Helping to beautify Edmonton every year. Whoop whoop! The festival kicks off this September 3 followed by a downtown block party on September 10 at Alex Decoteau Park.
ASAKE: Africa on the Runway
ASAKE is an African fashion show, showcasing Edmonton’s finest African designers with African prints combined with contemporary touches and explored creativity. The event will show case Africa fashion in casual, work & dinner wears.
Every Saturday, 11-3pm until the October Harvest Market, the @124grandmarket is poppin’ up at Manchester Square. ✌️Find makers, bakers and local shops to feed your appetite for delicious food and drinks. Add the Manchester Square to your weekend #datenight rotation this summer.
Rock Da Boat End of Summer Boat Party
It’s the long weekend and Harman B has the party to close out the summer. The Sunset party cruise will head out at 7pm and will go all night long. This Hip Hop boat cruise will sell out fast so grab your tickets.
Get ready to embark on an exciting two-wheel food adventure! Cycle from fabulous restaurant to fabulous restaurant tasting healthy fare direct from the imaginations of the area’s top chefs. Your Chef Table Living Food Bike Tour is a fresh air/food experience you won’t soon forget. Reserve your food bike tour spot now!
Sunday
Lakedell Fair Drive-in Movie (Grease)
Watch GREASE Outdoors, at the drive-in movie just an hour outside of Edmonton. It’s a drive-in to end the season, and it’s just $20 per vehicle for the screening. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase on-site.
When the sun is setting, there is a magical feeling in the air, that of the light changing and another small cycle closing. This is the perfect time to practice calm, as the class ends and the sun sets on the week.
Food e-Bike Tour
Get ready to embark on an exciting two-wheel motor food adventure! In this food tour adventure electric bikes are provided and will be awaiting your arrival at Constable Ezio Faranoe Park. Cycle from fabulous restaurant to fabulous restaurant tasting healthy fare direct from the imaginations of the area’s top chefs while enjoying your ride without breaking a sweat. Your Chef Table Living Food Bike Tour is a fresh air/food experience you won’t soon forget. Reserve your food e-bike tour spot now!!
Mark Farina at Bower
Mark Farina will be playing an extended Mushroom Jazz and House set at Bower this long weekend. It would be a great opportunity to test some of their classic cocktails. The party vibe is going to be great for sending off the summer.
Taste of Bountiful Farmers' Market
Taste the diverse deliciousness our market has to offer. Tour ten participating vendors and try a variety of ethnic flavours.
What are you doing this weekend?
