Weekend Guide: 10 Best Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend - June 30-July 2
We’re in the first official week of summer and we can feel it in the air. The patios are full, the drinks are cold and the festivals are poppin’ up all over Edmonton.
Here are the best things to do in Edmonton this Weekend.
10 Best Things to do in Edmonton
Kick off your summer of jazz with TD Edmonton International Jazz Festival
JazzFest is this week and has three amazing locations this year. Head to Ice District for a FREE lunch time performance on Wednesday and Thursday, head to the classic location at Starlight Room or checkout the new Pop-up location at Chateau Lacombe, JazzClub.
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Eat Tacos and Drink Margaritas at Marlo
From Pip and Pals, the newest taco joint in Edmonton. Come to this small local taco restaurant and try their authentic tacos. Each taco starts at $6 and will definitely impress.
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Vybez on Vybez Rooftop Summer Party
An evening of summer fun in a vibrant and relaxed setting. Put on your beach shorts and summer dresses and come dance as the sun goes down. This event will feature some of the hottest DJs in town, spinning the latest and greatest tunes all night long. With an amazing rooftop setting, you'll be able to dance under the stars and enjoy the stunning views of the city.
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Take a Sunday Night Sunset Yoga Class
Join us for an unforgettable yoga experience in the river valley. The best sunset in Edmonton with a 1 hour yoga class that will help you relax and start the new week off rejuvenate.
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Kick off Night Market Season in Edmonton
We love experiencing markets when it’s a little cooler at night and when you can also have a cold beer while shopping. Now not all of these night markets have that option but browsing a night market is a great summer date night. We have collected all of the Night Markets happening this summer and will be adding as more pop-up, so check back often.
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Take a Self-Guided Hop Pocket Brewery Tour
Want to check out a new collective of breweries downtown? Yeg Hop Pocket is 8 breweries that are within biking distance of each other and they have the map to get you there. The organizers wanted to highlight the north of the river like Happy Beer Street, promoting the new and old breweries that have pop up downtown and north Edmonton. They are also offering some fun activities like cask events and a scavenger hunt.
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Watch Edmonton Canada Day Fireworks
It’s Canada Day long weekend and there will be fireworks shows in each community. The city of Edmonton will be setting off fireworks at 11pm on July 1st at the river valley area near Kinsmen Park. If you are looking for the bet spots to view the fireworks we recommend - Queen Elizabeth Park and Hill, River Valley Road Trail, Victoria Park or Ezio Faraone Park (west entrance to High Level Bridge on 109 Street north).
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Hit the Outdoor Pool at Borden Park
Looking to sun yourself this summer? Stick close to home and head to Borden Pool. They have all the amenities that need and the only outdoor pool in Edmonton with a sandy area to suntan, make sand castles or even play volleyball. Make sure you show up early or book a time through the city of Edmonton.
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Scoot Around the City During the ‘Night Scooter Experience’
Experience Edmonton City at night and get ready to meet some amazing people! This social Scooter Tour allows guests to get to know each other while taking a journey into the outdoor nightlife of Edmonton’s Downtown & Whyte Ave. Admire the views of the Edmonton skyline and pass the popular sightseeing spots along your way. Cruise the city with music and a glow-themed party squad and special stops along the way.
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Experience a Vegas Style Magic Show
This is not your grandpa's magic show. You'll see incredible sleight-of-hand illusions with borrowed phones and watches, objects dissapearing and reapearing, next-level card tricks, even a mind-bending illusion that will happen in your own hands and much more in this high-energy, action packed show, presented by one of the best Magicians in Canada combined with off-the-wall comedy making for a night of unforgettable entertainment.
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Looking for more events and exciting pop-ups, checkout our event calendar.
