What to do in Edmonton this Weekend - October 21-23
Get outside and enjoy that gorgeous fall weather this weekend. Three season patios are a fantastic way to kick off the weekend, and this the weekend of cheap #datenight activities with Tinder Tales, a free Alice in Wonderland tea party.
Friday
‘Squeamish’ Hits the Stage here in Edmonton
Northern Light Theatre presents…Squeamish. It’s a horror-laced monologue about the aftermath of a suicide that will likely twist your innards and disturb your sleep… Theatre at its most provocative. Consider yourself warned.” If you haven’t before seen a live theatre performance in Edmonton, Northern Light Theatre is an incredible jumping off point that will have you enthralled with what’s happening on stage.
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Take a Haunted Trolley Tour over the High Level Bridge
Experience this spooky and historical 1 hour Trolley ride over the Historic and Haunted High Level Bridge and throughout Old Strathcona as the sun sets over Deadmonton. Hear the horrible history of the area and some of Old Strathcona’s and Edmonton’s most spooky and gruesome ghost stories. Learn about the ghosts that still wanders around the Arts Barns, the Spanish Flu victims from the UofA, the ghosts from the original construction of the High-level Bridge and many more deadly stories.
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Friday Live Music at Five & Dive
Every weekend there’s LIVE MUSIC at Five & Dive, and it’s the perfect way to up-level your Friday. Live music starts at 9 PM and goes until 1:30 AM. While you’re there, try something new on the food menu, and take full advantage of the $5.55 booze menu. Pro tip: try the brunch menu the next day (we’re here for the $5.95 brunch menu!)
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Saturday
Shop a Cute but Spooky Local Arts Market
Tomo Arts Market is a local Edmonton artist alley created by a group of artist friends focusing on alternative art styles, cute merchandise, anime prints, comics and much more! This spooky, cute show is a curated hand designed and crafted market featuring 35+ local makers under one roof. Supporting local, small businesses has never been easier! Located conveniently off of Whyte avenue, this free event is fully accessible and open to the public!
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Stargaze at Elk Island National Park
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. Registration is required in advance.
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Grab a Seat at a FREE Alice in Wonderland Tea Party
This tea party will have a variety of teas, finger foods, photo wall and door prizes. Sponsored by the Spruce Avenue Community League. Limited tickets available for this 16+ party, ensure to get your tickets now by reserving them in advance, below.
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Get Scared at Deadmonton
Deadmonton is open for the season and the scare is well worth the admission. This year, there are brand new haunts and even if you’re terrified going in, do it anyway. The immersive haunted house is one of the most incredible Halloween experiences in the city.
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Watch ‘The Shining’ not he Big Screen at Metro Cinema
It’s a classic, and it’s even more classic to catch it on the big screen at Metro Cinema. If you’re not familiar: Jack Torrance (Jack Nicholson) becomes winter caretaker at the isolated Overlook Hotel in Colorado, hoping to cure his writer’s block. He settles in along with his wife, Wendy (Shelley Duvall), and his son, Danny (Danny Lloyd), who is plagued by psychic premonitions. As Jack’s writing goes nowhere and Danny’s visions become more disturbing, Jack discovers the hotel’s dark secrets and begins to unravel into a homicidal maniac hell-bent on terrorizing his family.
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Sunday
Hear a Different Kind of Ghost Story at Tinder Tales
Join the Tinder Tales crew on October 23rd for some of the scariest stories of ghosting (vanished love) told by some of the funniest comedians Canada has to offer! Doors open at 7pm so arrive early to get a great spot and enjoy a full food & drink menu!
Catch 'Titanic’ Dinner Theatre’ at Spotlight Cabaret
Titanic The Musical. A moonless night for new love, bad love, crazy love. This disaster is ripe for parody and the Spotlight Team can’t wait to set sail with you. Enjoy amazing singers, award-winning comedians and a top notch four course meal. This weeks shows are sold-out so plan ahead and grab your tickets for upcoming shows.
What are you doing this weekend in Edmonton?
