The Best Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend Sept 30 - Oct 2
Friday
The Give 'Em Hell Boys Outdoor Concerts
An outdoor concert at The Backyard featuring The Give 'Em Hell Boys and Kaylin Kowalyshyn. The Backyard is an outdoor, open-air venue located in downtown Edmonton. You will be outside during the event so please dress for the weather. Presale 2 for 1 Ticket Special. This ticket type is only available for a limited time. When you purchase a "Presale 2 for 1 Ticket", you can buy 1 ticket on Eventbrite for $15, and bring a friend with you to the show for free.
The Edmonton Comedy Festival
We’re excited to bring the city another 4 days of funny September 28th to October 1st featuring comedians from across North America performing on stages throughout Edmonton. Take in a dinner and show at the Spotlight Cabaret, make a sure bet on Yuk Yuks in the Century Casino, bank on one of the ATB Financial Arts Barns shows or sign up for our amateur seminar to launch your own comedy career.
The Goonies Drive-In Movie in Red Deer
Head down to Red Deer and watch the classic film Goonies on an outdoor drive-in. Bring all your friends and enjoy the old school movie going experience, only $30 per vehicle. There will be concessions for all your movie snack needs.
Pumpkins After Dark Starts this Weekend
Explore the magical pathway of lit pumpkin sculptures and displays, with music, sounds and special effects. With classic Halloween characters, dinosaurs and dragons, movie and pop culture icons – this family friendly event has something for everyone. Make Pumpkins After Dark your new annual tradition!
Saturday
Lord of The Wings, The Fellowship of The Wing - Remax Field Patio
CHICKEN WING and LIVE MUSIC LOVERS!! Join us Oct 1st while we takeover the Remax Field Patio followed by an after party at The Starlite Room - Temple and SUPER JAM Oct 2nd at River City Revival House!
The YEG Travel Show
Experience cultural performances, inspiration for your next adventure, exclusive special offers & much more. Talk directly to the hotel, airline and supplier representatives to learn how to make your next trip amazing.
Charcuterie Experience with Meuwly's
This hands-on charcuterie experience is the perfect way to learn about the local meats, cheeses, and garnishes to curate your perfect board. You’ll start the evening with drinks and snacks. Then, chef Peter Keith, co-founder of Meuwly’s, will guide you through ingredient pairings, presentation tips, and the overall philosophy of quality charcuterie in an upbeat and approachable setting. You’ll build a board, and then sit down to enjoy it with wine and conversation to finish out the evening.
Gateway to the Stars out at Elk Island
Experience the wonder of Elk Island’s night sky. In the heart of the Beaver Hills Dark Sky Preserve, escape the city to gaze upon the countless stars in our galaxy and learn to navigate from one constellation to the next. Campfire and a friendly park interpreter are included.
Salsa Lessons at Azucar
Every Saturday, join a salsa-dancing lesson at Azucar Taco House. The half hour lesson is a great start to the night, to learn moves to put into place the high energy dance party that is Azucar Taco huoes on the weekends. The lesson is FREE and it’s BOGO margaritas between 8-9.
All Tease All Shade presents DEADLY and loving it!
Enjoy all your favorite All Tease All Shade performers with a new selection of feature performers every show! This event features: Burlesque, Boylesque, Drag, Cabaret and Debauchery.
Check out the Night Market out at Beamount
The Beaumont Night Market (BNM) is an annual, one-day extravaganza that shines a spotlight on home-based and commercial businesses in our community. This free event brings residents and out-of-town visitors to shop, mingle and enjoy live music and entertainment.
Sunday
Checkout The DisEnchanted Market YEG
Let’s do some pin trading just like at Disneyland, all vendors will have pins to trade. Come dressed in your best costumes! Halloween parades and trick or treating! Since saying goodbye to our local Disney stores we have created a community to bring the magic to life! We will showcase local makers & small shops!
BBQ, BUTCHERS, BANGERS, BEERS: Annual YEG Butcher & Sausage Battle
Join us for a day of meat! The second annual BBQ, BUTCHERS, BANGERS & BEERS is a celebration of our local butchers as they battle it our for the title of YEG's best sausage as well as a showdown of the knives as four butchers go head to head in a Black Box Butcher Challenge. Ticket includes a sample of 10 local sausages, one local beer and one vote for the best sausage of the day!