Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend - April 1-3
Friday
U SPORTS Mens Basketball National Championship (ALL WEEKEND!)
For the first time in history, the University of Alberta Golden Bears are hosting the U SPORTS Mens Basketball National Championships at Saville Community sports centre. This tournament will feature the top 8 men's basketball teams in the country, including your #2 ranked Golden Bears, as they battle it out for a national title! The Golden Bears tip off in the National quarter final at 6PM on Friday, April 1st. Believe us Edmonton, this is a sports event you DON'T want to miss.Tickets are limited, so make sure to grab yours now at betheroar.ca!
Phi will be conceived by six world-class designers and will feature more than 13 monumental compositions spanning the entire career of the legendary songwriter, including Heroes, Ashes to Ashes, Heathen and I’m Afraid of Americans.
Phi will explore the contrasting aesthetics of the futuristic virtual world with the natural beauty of the disappearing world of true reality. This is the seventh installment in Jean’s illustrious portrait ballet series in which he’s drawn inspiration from some of the most significant singer-songwriters of our time.
Eat during Downtown Dining Week
Treat your tastebuds to something exciting during Downtown Dining Week. Get great deals on $20, $35, $50 and $65 multi-course meals at Edmonton’s best restaurants. From steakhouses to sushi shops, there’s always something for everyone. It’s a great chance to try something new. Dining with your partner? Look at the website (there are FIFTY plus places to choose from) and choose your top five, or ten, compare and see which matches you come up with!
Beer Dinner at Cafe Bicyclette
Cafe Bicyclette is teaming up with Situation Beer for a multi-course dinner and beer pairing to take your Friday night date night somewhere new. The special menu can be viewed on the website, here. You can reserve your table by emailing chef.cafeb@lacitefranco.ca.
Saturday
Unfortunate Souls: The Cabaret
Razz Ma Berries Productions presents The Velvet Cupcakes, The Stud Muffins & The Fem Brûlées in Unfortunate Souls Cabaret. The evening is sure to enchant & frighten you featuring multiple guests from near and far, at Evolution Wonderlounge.
Food Walk Tour of 124th Street
Spend the afternoon exploring three local hotspots on 124th street with Food Walk Tours. The guided tour will bring you throuogh three restaurants, giving you the chance to learn more about the food, menu and team, while enjoying full-size dishes, and exploring the neighbourhod.
Get Free Burgers for Hometown Hockey Week
The free, family-friendly festival takes place April 1 from 5:00pm – 8:30pm, and April 2 & 3rd from 11am – 5pm. Join Ron MacLean and Tara Slone live on site on Monday, April 4 at 5:30pm for the broadcast as they tell the stories that celebrate the hockey history and culture that puts Edmonton on Canada’s hockey map, and stick around the catch the Toronto Maple Leafs take on the Tampa Bay Lightning!
Dark Side of the Gill Pop-up in Fort Sasksatchewan
Dark Side of the Grill - Smoke Em if You Got Them Tour, presented by Mel Chimlar Jr. — an authentic, 100% wood-fired, Canadian BBQ experience! (Served family style.)
Sunday
Blush Bridal Show - Spring 2022
We are thrilled to bring the Blush Bridal Show back to the luxurious JW Marriott in the heart of downtown Edmonton. Our event will combine flawless organization with a keen eye for detail and design to deliver both our guests and vendors the ultimate bridal vendor meeting experience.
Take a Paranormal Tour at Fort Edmonton Park
This guided three-hour paranormal tour will take you deep into the shadows of Edmonton’s River Valley. As darkness falls over the Park, you’ll explore three haunted hotspots and learn the basics of conducting paranormal investigations.
