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What to do in Edmonton this weekend March 31 – April 2, 2023

With so many things to do in Edmonton, there’s certainly an event for everyone.

I. Family Events & Activities

Discover the New LEGO Friends

LEGO®, 1405 – 8882 170 ST NW, Edmonton, Alberta T5T 4M2

February 18 − April 2, 2023

The new LEGO Friends characters have arrived, the LEGO Group have a fun packed schedule of free events happening in West Edmonton mall!

 

Edmonton Valley Zoo – Education Kits

Edmonton Valley Zoo, 13315 Buena Vista Road, Edmonton, AB T5J 2R7, Canada

Multiple dates, 10:00 am – 3:30 pm MDT

Rent one of the Edmonton Valley Zoo’s three Educational Kits to help guide your visit and inspire learning!

 

Bowling

3414 Gateway Blvd., Edmonton, AB

Multiple dates

We offer ten-pin bowling at its finest with 30 league sanctioned lanes and computerized scoring.

 

Clip ‘n Climb Edmonton

9718 – 12 AVE SW, Edmonton, Alberta

Multiple dates

Clip ‘n Climb is an indoor climbing experience like no other! Visually stunning, action-packed entertainment that provides oodles of healthy challenging fun for everyone.

 

Speeders Edmonton

12808 170th Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5L 4L6

Fri & Sat: 11am – midnight, Sun: 11 am – 10 pm (Multiple dates)

Speeders is an indoor karting and entertainment center that is on a mission to transform the karting experience.

 

Active gaming Ed South common

1949 98 St NW, Edmonton, T6N 1L5

Fri & Sat: 9:30 am – 11:30 pm, Sun: 9:30 am – 10:00 pm (Multiple dates)

Ready to enter the game? Activate is the world’s first active gaming facility, where you’ll play arcade-style games by actually jumping, climbing, and dodging. You and your group of 3-5 will move freely between eleven interactive rooms, choosing games that challenge your agility, problem solving, and speed. Dive through lasers. Climb glowing walls. Only the best can conquer them all.

 

John Janzen Nature Centre

7000 143 Street, Edmonton, Alberta

Multiple dates, 9 am – 4 pm

Since 1976, the John Janzen Nature Centre’s interactive exhibits, educational programming and special events have encouraged visitors towards a greater awareness of and engagement with the wonders of nature that surround us.

 

Cat Cafe On Whyte

10111-82 AVE NW, Edmonton, AB, Canada T6E1Z5

Multiple Dates

Love coffee? Love Cats? Cat Cafe on Whyte is open 7 days a week! We serve a variety of specialty drinks, ranging from espresso to refreshers and smoothies, as well as sweet treats sold fresh daily from local, peanut-free Edmonton bakeries.

 

Kids MarioKart Sunday’s

11440 106 Street, Edmonton, AB T5G 3E3, Canada

Sun, April 2 2023, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm MDT

Get out with the family, enjoy some quality time, dine with us and play some MarioKart

 

Alpha Kids

Abbottsfield Recreation Centre (ARC), 3006 119 Avenue, Edmonton,AB T5W 4T4

Fri, March 31 2023, 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm MDT

Alpha Kids is an after school drop in program for children aged 6-12 years.

 

Easter Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt

Summerside Residents Association, 1720 88 Street Southwest, Edmonton, AB T6X 1J7, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm MDT

Calling every little bunny! Someone needs your help! The Easter Bunny dropped their basket filled with eggs! Help our favourite Bunny collect all the missing eggs at Lake Summerside!

 

Yikes & Chrome

7217 77 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6B 0B5, Canada

Fri, March 31 2023, 7:30 pm – 11:30 pm

Having some classic rock fun with the kids in Yikes before the old farts in Chrome bring it home!

 

Easter bunny photos

7216 76 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6B 0B2, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm MDT

Support a great cause while taking some fun family photos. We will have two bunnies as well as fun props for you to use.

 

Spring Break Art Camps for Kids!

Art Can Rescue the World, 11535 136 Street Northwest Art Studio Entrance is Through the Garden Gate at the Back of the Building, Edmonton, AB T5M 1M4

Fri, March 31 2023, 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

A playful, inspiring, messy, art camp for kids. Learn techniques and explore their inner creativity!

 

Adventure Camps

Chappelle Gardens Residents Association, 1059 Chappelle Blvd SW, Edmonton

Fri, March 31 2023, 9:00 am

Join Puddle of Mud Productions for a day of fun adventures including lego competitions, slime making, obstacle courses and creativity! 

II. Live Music & Concerts

Mendelssohn’s Elijah

Winspear Centre, 9720 – 102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5J 4B2

Fri, March 31 2023, 7:30 pm

Mendelssohn’s Elijah is undoubtedly one of the greatest choral/orchestral masterpieces of all time. Last performed by RES in 2012 to great acclaim, this magnificent choral work has remained enduringly popular with audiences since the first public performance on August 26, 1846.

 

79th Anniversary Concert

Winspear Centre, 9720 – 102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5J 4B2

Sat, April 1 2023, 7:30 pm

The University of Alberta Mixed Chorus is presenting their annual Spring concert. There will be a brilliant assortment of music pieces to fit the theme, Songs of Celebration!

 

For The Love Of…

Winspear Centre, 9720 – 102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5J 4B2

Sun, April 2 2023, 3:00 pm

Figaro, Juliet and Baba Yaga walk into a bar… To hear how it all ends you’ll have to come to our concert! Rest assured that it will be about love, humour, tragedy, angelic voices and saxophones.

 

Vitriol with Wormwitch, Power of Evil & Demise – ‘War On Alberta’

The Starlite Room – Temple, 10030 – 102 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 0V6

Fri, March 31 2023, 7:00 pm

Death Metal/Black Metal

 

The Irish Rovers

Century Casino, Edmonton, AB

Fri, March 31 2023, 8:00 pm

The Irish Rovers return to our stage in 2023 for the ultimate night of Irish Music. Get ready for a rollicking night of hits, and hilarious stories from their life on the road!

 

Brigade – Heart Tribute

The Pearl Showroom, Pure Casino Yellowhead, Edmonton, AB

Fri, March 31 2023, 8:00 pm

Brigade is a high energy, entertaining and dynamic Heart Tribute band, offering a taste of Heart’s famous classic rock and bringing it to life on the prairies. 

 

Dancing Queen: ABBA x Queen Dance Party

The Starlite Room, 10030 – 102 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 0V6

Fri, March 31 2023, 9:00 pm

80s DJs, Nazz Nomad & Blue Jay will be spinning the music of ABBA and Queen, disco hits and rock n’ roll classics + more!

 

Fools Paradise 

Union Hall, 6240 99 St NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 6C7

Fri, March 31 2023 − Sun, April 2 2023, 9:00 pm

Dance music

 

Infected Mushroom

Midway, 6107 104 St NW, Edmonton, AB T6H 2K8

Fri, March 31 2023, 9:00 pm (doors 8:00 pm)

Trance

 

Revenge ‘War On Alberta’ with Guests

The Starlite Room, 10030 – 102 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 0V6

Sat, April 1 2023, 5:00 pm

Death metal/Black metal

 

Koo Koo Kanga Roo

The Starlite Room, 10030 – 102 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 0V6

Sun, April 2 2023, 12:00 pm

Koo Koo Kanga Roo is a dance party of the senses. For the last 12 years, lifelong friends and collaborators Bryan and Neil have toured the globe delighting fans with their high-energy music, infectious positivity, and interactive live show.

 

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, Edmonton, AB

Sun, April 2 2023, 7:30 pm

Сountry-rock

 

Going Solo

Citadel Theatre, 9828 101 A Avenue, Edmonton, ABT5J 3C6

March 30 2023, 8:00 pm − April 2  2023, 2:00 pm

A celebration of singers who left the band to find success on their own! Diana Ross, Paul Simon, Lauryn Hill, Beyoncé, Paul McCartney, Sting, Harry Styles and Stevie Nicks.

 

Code Blue ft. Cab’ral & Guests

9910, 9910 109 St NW (downstairs), Edmonton, AB T5K 1H5, Canada

Fri, March 31 2023, 9:00 pm − Sat, April 1 2023, 2:30 am MDT

At the vanguard of Edmonton’s underground music scene for years, Cab’Ral has recently established himself as a rare artistic force on national & international level. 

 

Friday Nite Live – Salty Auntie

The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse, 9351-118 Avenue, Edmonton,  AB

Fri, March 31 2023, 7:00 pm

Salty Auntie writes eclectic songs filled with story and humour. Her music has been described as warm and nostalgic, and her voice, captivating. 

 

Carrie Day

11 Tommy Banks Way, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T6E 2M2

Sat, April 1 2023, 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm

Attention to dynamics and organic sounds has become her trademark. With a style of her own, Carrie’s sound may be described as a cross between Joni Mitchell and Cat Power. She is an emotionally charged artist with an exuberant stage presence, and a keen ability to capture listeners, make them chuckle, and warm their hearts.

 

Sadie Gunn Center Stage April Fools Rock You

Rendezvous Pub, 10108 14 9st, Edmonton, AB, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 8:00 pm

Amazing time watching this band play. Playing hits of the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s.

 

The Prairie Cats at The Red Door

The Art of Cake, 11811 105th ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada

Fri, March 31 2023, 7:00 pm

Country, old rock, pop, blues, and even a little jazz – the ‘Cats do it all.

 

Ilan Bluestone

Temple Ballroom, Edmonton

Sat, April 1 2023, 9:00 pm – 2:00 am MDT

Dance music 

III. Theatre & Performing Arts

The Office: A Pop Rock Parody

Jubilations Dinner Theatre – Edmonton 2061, 8882 170 Street, Edmonton, AB, Canada, T5T 3J7 West Edmonton Mall, Level Two, Phase 1

February 3 − April 9, 2023

Who would have ever guessed that the TV world would be so enthralled and entertained with the goings on at small paper company office. A simple ordinary office with average people like Jim and Pam with their little flirtations… and Michael with his terrible staff meetings… and Dwight with his, ah… crossbow? Okay so maybe not ordinary!

 

Mighty Shrek

Jubilations Dinner Theatre – Edmonton 2061, 8882 170 Street, Edmonton, AB, Canada, T5T 3J7 West Edmonton Mall, Level Two, Phase 1

February 18, 2023 – April 8, 2023

A production written for kids, and a meal designed with kids in mind! Join us for a fun-filled morning of laughter, music and food!

 

Pride and Prejudice

Citadel Theatre, 9828 101 A Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5J 3C6

March 11 − April 2, 2023

One of literary history’s most famous couples comes to life in this modern take on Jane Austen’s most famous works, Pride and Prejudice. 

 

All the Little Animals I Have Eaten 

Varscona Theatre, 10329 83 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 2C6, Canada

March 15 − April 2, 2023

A tender-hearted young server is on the most harrowing shift of her life. What she serves up is a biting mediation on capitalism, consumption, and hope in this surprising comedy.

 

Trouble In Mind

Citadel Theatre, 9828 101 A Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5J 3C6

March 25 − April 16, 2023

Set in 1957, Trouble In Mind is a fascinating comedy-drama that takes a look at racism in the New York theatre scene. When the cast gathers to begin rehearsals, racial biases and tensions rise.

 

Edmonton Opera: Stabat Mater

Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 11455 87 Avenue NW, Edmonton, AB 

T6G 2T2, Canada

March 30 − April 1, 2023

Composer Jean-Jacques Rousseau called the opening of Pergolesi’s Stabat Mater “the most perfect and touching duet to come from the pen of any composer” and Edmonton audiences can experience why this was the most performed classical work in the 18th Century.

 

Grand Opening

Rapid Fire Exchange, Edmonton

March 31 − April 1, 2023

A celebration of this magnitude can not be captured in a single day or even a week, which is why we have scheduled a month of grand opening celebrations! 

 

Theatresports: Sound off Edition

Fringe Theatre Arts Barns, 10330 84 Ave NW, T6E 2G9

Sat, April 1 2023, 11:00 pm – 12:30 am

SOUND OFF and Rapid Fire Theatre return for our 7th year to bring you more of our unparalleled brand of improv hilarity! 

 

Kidding Around

Rapid Fire Exchange, Edmonton

Sat, April 1 2023, 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm MDT

Rapid Fire Theatre’s hilarious performers create this entire show right off the top of their heads, but in order to pull it off we’re going to need help from all the kids in the audience. In this show kids are invited to shout out and participate − it’ll never be the same show twice!

 

Ashwyn Singh | The Permanent Resident Comedy Tour

The Grindstone Comedy Theatre, 10019 81 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 1W7

Fri, March 31 2023, 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm

Ashwyn has toured across India, and opened for Bassem Youssef and Daniel Fernandes. With his standup racking up millions of views on TikTok, Ashwyn is embarking on a Canada-wide tour.

 

Stand Up Show: Sunee Dhaliwal

The Grindstone Comedy Theatre, 10019 81 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 1W7

Fri, March 31 2023, 9:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Sunee is a national touring headliner who has graced stages around the world. His personality and unique sense of humour have made him a club and crowd favourite wherever he travels.

 

Hatiras at SWEAT Fridays

The Grindstone Comedy Theatre, 10019 81 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 1W7

Fri, March 31 2023, 10:30 pm – 3:00 am

SWEAT Fridays & The Grindstone present, Disco in the Park favourite: Hatiras (Spacedisco Records, Toronto) + a birthday extravaganza! For Joses, Simon Fleischer, Chris Stiebritz and more (you and yours?) with special guests, Dollhause Dancers.

 

The 11 O’clock Number

The Grindstone Comedy Theatre, 10019 81 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 1W7

Sat, April 1 2023, 9:00 pm – 10:00 pm

The 11 O’clock Number is Grindstone’s award winning improvised musical comedy! Based on suggestions from the audience the cast improvises a brand new musical comedy on the spot, complete with twisting plots and showstopping numbers. Laughs are guaranteed. 

 

The Sheveled with David Jay & Polyesterday

The Grindstone Comedy Theatre, 10019 81 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 1W7

Sat, April 1 2023, 10:30 pm – 2:00 am

A late night musical variety show. Featuring: David Jay – Edmonton’s instrumental guitar phenom. The Sheveled – releasing their new album “All You Never Wanted”. And Polyesterday spinning beats to close out the night!

 

Ralph Barbosa

The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, Edmonton, AB T5T 4M2

March 31 − April 2, 2023

One of the shyest attention hogs to ever do comedy, Barbosa’s laid-back style combined with sharp timing makes for a hilarious comedy set. From his Don’t Tell Comedy Set reaching over a million views on YouTube to making his HBO and Comedy Central debut in 2022, Barbosa is rocking stages all over.

 

The Rec Room Presents: Magic & Madness with Chris Gowen

The Rec Room, 1725 99 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6N 1K5, Canada

Fri, March 31 2023, 7:00 pm & 9:30 pm

This is a chance to see a Las Vegas quality magic show up-close before it ends up in Las Vegas. Chris Gowen is an award-winning Magician, Comedian & “Master of sleight-of-hand”.

 

2023 Beverly Heights Variety Show

Beverly Heights Community Hall, 4209-111 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5W 0K3

Sat, April 1 2023, 6:30 pm – 11:00 pm MDT

The Beverly Heights Variety Show is the longest running community based Adult Comedy Variety Show in the City of Edmonton.

 

An Evening with Hypnotist Wayne Lee

The Banquet, 10332 103 Street Northwest #210, Edmonton, AB T5J 0Y9

Fri, March 31 2023, 7:00 pm MDT

Join us at The Banquet as we welcome Wayne Lee, incredible showman and renowned hypnotist. Wayne’s style is as inspiring as it is gut-splittingly hilarious!

 

Pinheruppers Burlesque Show

The Canadian Icehouse, 10332 103 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB T5J 0Y9

Fri, March 31 2023, 8:00 pm MDT

The Canadian Icehouse presents The Pinheruppers Burlesque Show! Join us for a night of incredible entertainment led by these lovely ladies!

 

La Vie en Rose…et glitter!

Evolution Wonderlounge, 10220 103 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0Y8, Canada

Fri, March 31 2023, 20:00 – 22:00

Comité FrancoQueer de l’Ouest is proud to present the second edition of our La vie en rose drag show!! This year we’re celebrating life with rose coloured glasses…and glitter!

 

An Evening Of Magic And Mystery with John Gatsby

Clair-i-tea, 8118 Gateway Boulevard, Edmonton, AB T6E 4B1, Canada

Sun, April 2 2023, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm MDT

On April 2 join us as we sit with John Gatsby for a night of modern conjuring, fascination, and questions. Together we’ll explore the relationship between illusion, imagination, and experience.

 

All the King’s Men: Mansplaining with Drag Kings: Fool’s Paradise

Evolution Wonderlounge, 10220 103 St NW, Edmonton

Sat, April 1 2023, 9:00 pm (doors 8:00 pm)

Edmonton’s favourite drag king advice show is back at Evolution Wonderlounge for another night of dancing, singing, and advice-slinging! Join our cast of rough-and-tumble goofy boys for an hour long drag spectacular where they answer your questions about love, life, and the best knock-knock jokes.

Movies

Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile

McLeod Community League 14715 59 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB T5A 1Y3

Sat, April 1 2023, 5:30 pm MDT

Join us for a family night at the movies! 

 

Metro Cinema ₋ Program

Metro Cinema, 8712 109 Street, Edmonton, AB, T6G 1E9

 

Landmark Cinemas Edmonton City Centre ₋  Showtimes

10200 102 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, T5J 4B7

 

Cineplex – What’s On

 

Telus World of Science

Drop – in Programs

Edmonton Recreation:

St Albert – Schedule

Strathcona County – Schedule

 

Magic Lantern Theatres Fort Cinema − Showtimes

9922 100 Street, Fort Saskatchewan, AB T8L 4K3

IV. Sports & Related Events

Edmonton Oilers vs. Anaheim Ducks

Rogers Place, Edmonton, AB

Sat, April 1 2023, 8:00 pm

 

LPW 13: Still Don’t Want to Grow Up

The Rec Room, 1725 99 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6N 1K5, Canada

Fri, March 31 2023, 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm MDT

Love Pro Wrestling returns for our 3nd live event of 2023! Don’t miss the best of the best in Canadian wrestling in the heart of Edmonton!

 

Pharm v. Dent Hockey Game

Clare Drake Arena Van Vliet Centre, Edmonton, AB T6G 2S4, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 5:00 pm – 8:15 pm MDT

Each year we engage in some “friendly” hockey competition with the Faculty of Dentistry— all for a good cause.

 

RunWild Run Clinic Powered by Leading Edge Physiotherapy

Royal Glenora Club, 11160 River Valley Road Northwest, Edmonton, AB T5J 2G7

Sun, April 2 2023, 9:00 am

Each week our run clinic leaders will take you through a timed training session to help you prepare for your race! We invite all levels of runners and walkers to train and enjoy the Edmonton River Valley with us.

 

Saturday’s, With Love (PLR Edmonton Trail)

Fort Edmonton Park Parking LOT – NE Corner, 7000 143 st NW, Edmonton

Sat, April 1 2023, 9:00 am MST

Join Us for PLR Saturday’s, With Love in Edmonton! A trail “running” extravaganza supported by Arc’teryx Alberta!

 

Intro to Olympic Lifting – GYMVMT Gateway

GYMVMT Fitness Club – Gateway, 3414 Gateway Blvd NW, Edmonton, AB T6J 6Z2, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm MDT

In this course we will be going over the 4 pillar movements of Olympic Weightlifting: Snatch, Clean, Split jerk, Push press.

V. Art Masterclases and workshops

Weekend Art Classes | Re-imagined Landscapes (ages 9-12)

Weekend Art Classes | Flora & Fauna (ages 6-8)

AGA, 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 2C1

March 11 – April 29, 2023, 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Enter the natural world and begin a hands-on adventure! Make discoveries and record your observations of plants and animals throughout the gallery before working with a variety of materials including ink, watercolour, charcoal and more to create nature-inspired imagery and stories. 

 

Weekend Art Classes | Acrylic Painting (ages 13-17)

AGA, 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 2C1

March 11 – April 29, 2023, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

In this experimental painting workshop, let’s take a deep dive into the history and practice of this versatile medium and discover the possibilities! From traditional treatments to innovative strategies, apply what you learn to a series of artworks on canvas, board and paper. 

 

Bedrock Studios

Bedrock Supply Ltd, 63 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB, Canada

March 31− April 2, 2023 (multiple dates)

Bedrock Studios has been teaching jewellery classes in Edmonton AB Canada for over 45 years. Most classes include all tools and materials required allowing you to come in have fun and enjoy making something unique and beautiful.

 

Malmo music for kids – 4/5 year old child

Rebecca’s Music Studio, 4607 – 116A Street NW, Edmonton, AB T6H 3R3

Sat, March 25 2023, 1:00 pm – Sat, May 13 2023, 1:45 pm MDT

Fun music class for 4 and 5 year olds! Play musical games, sing and dance to silly songs, have fun with rhythm instruments!

 

Adult Paint and Sip Ceramics Night

Crankpots Ceramic Studio, 10702 82 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6E 6P4 

Sat, April 1 2023, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm MDT

Join us for a fun night of painting ceramics with your friends or a date. Over 1000 pieces to choose from .Just pay price of item and glaze.

 

Spring Planted Bulb Workshop with Moira MacKinnon of Love & Fantasy Flowers

Edmonton Horticultural Society, 10746 178 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB T5S 1J3, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm MDT

Edmonton Horticultural Society and Moira MacKinnon of Love & Fantasy Florals are excited to put on a great 2 hour workshop on spring planted bulbs. 

 

Cooking Class by Stanhope

Stanhope Eatery and Bar, 4208 Calgary Trail Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6J 6Y8

Sat, April 1 2023, 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Where you’ll learn to cook a 3-course meal that includes, bruschetta, salmon poke bowl and date sticky toffee pudding. 

 

Dip Dye Easter Egg Workshop

The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse, 9351 118 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB T5G 0N3, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 1:00 pm & 4:00 pm

Bring your friends and family out to colour-dye Easter eggs together! This relaxed workshop will be led by artist, Edwin Aquino.

 

Grant Writing for Musicians Workshop

Blue Chair Cafe, 9624 76 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6C 0K3, Canada

Sun, April 2 2023, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm MDT

Grant writing for musicians workshop by the Canadian Grant Slayer!

 

Calligraphy Night

University of Alberta Faculty of Education, 11210 87 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6G 2G5, Canada

Fri, March 31 2023, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm MDT

Paint night is back and this time we’re doing Calligraphy with a local artist!

 

Last Friday of the Month: Fridays Open Studio Drop In

Art Can Rescue the World, 11535 136 Street Northwest Art Studio Entrance is Through the Garden Gate at the Back of the Building, Edmonton, AB T5M 1M4

Fri, March 31 2023, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm MDT

Bring your own art to work on in community, or create something new, with the materials in the studio. Non-directive art making. 

 

Textile Art Workshop – A Bird in the Garden

Gold Bar Community League, 4620 105 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 9:00 am

Mixed media class with painting and free- hand machine stitching. If you have a regular sewing machine that you can operate, then you can attend this class.

 

Kid Drop Off Pizza & Paint Party

429 Parsons Rd SW, Edmonton, AB T6X 0W6, Canada

Fri, March 31 2023, 6:00 pm

Every week we will paint pottery or a canvas. Sometimes we do Glass Fusion. Your child will enjoy great tasting pizza and a delicious mini cupcake with a juice box. 

VI. Exhibitions, Festivals & Other Events

Generations: The Sobey Family and Canadian Art

2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 2C1

February 18 – May 21, 2023

Generations: The Sobey Family and Canadian Art tells the story of one family’s visionary engagement with Canadian and Indigenous art, braiding together works by early European newcomers.

 

Dean Drever: In Black and White

2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 2C1

January 21 – May 1, 2023

In Black and White is a timely exhibition of the work of Edmonton-born artist Dean Drever. The exhibition features a broad selection of Drever’s work, which have been created solely in black and white.

 

5 Artists 1 Love 2023

2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 2C1

January 28 – April 2, 2023

5 Artists 1 Love is a stunning, annual Black History Month celebration of the artistic vibrancy and range of Edmonton’s African-Canadian communities, from Angola to Zanzibar, Togo to Tobago, or Brazil to Barbados! 

 

Esmaa Mohamoud: To Play in the Face of Certain Defeat

2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 2C1

January 21 – May 1, 2023

To Play in the Face of Certain Defeat is a celebration of diversity and an urgent call to action around issues of racial marginalization. Taking inspiration from the African American writer Ralph Ellison, artist Esmaa Mohamoud explores the ways in which Black bodies at once appear―and yet are rendered metaphorically invisible―within the spaces they navigate.

 

Dean Drever: Pass the Hat

Art Gallery of Alberta, 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 2C1

November 25, 2022 – April 16, 2023

Dean Drever’s Pass the Hat is a 16 ft. totem pole made of 10,686 pieces of paper. It is a documentation of the strength of the Haida First Nation while addressing its fragility due to colonial practices of oppression.

  

Drive: Reimagine the Ride

Royal Alberta Museum, 9810 103a Ave NW, Edmonton 

ongoing through Sun, April 30, 2023

See creative adaptations of vehicles of years past, from the solar-powered Nanook, to an amphicar that slides from land to sea and back again, to the stylish Bricklin SV-1 sportscar that inspired the famous DeLorean. Learn what a hearse, a tractor, and a sports car have in common. Let your imagination roam in the hands-on Tinker Garage. Race into RAM to check out DRIVE: Reimagining the Ride!

 

ᐁ ᐱᒥᐦᐋᔦᕁ   ê-pimihâyahk (we are all flying together)

Alberta Aviation Museum, 11410 Kingsway Edmonton, Alberta T5G 0X4

June 11, 2022 − June 11, 2023

Amiskwaciy Academy, in collaboration with the Alberta Aviation Museum, is pleased to present a new year-long art installation on exhibit display, entitled:  ê-pimihâyahk (we are all flying together) .

This new art installation comes to fruition through the artistry of the students of amiskwaciy Academy, with guidance from Stephanie Sakkab, kanihtâwisimot maskwa onîmihitow & kêhtêyah Darlene Johnson.

 

Hanny Al Khoury: La La Lands

Art Gallery of Alberta, 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T5J 2C1

February 18 – May 21, 2023

La La Lands are imaginary spaces where belonging doesn’t need to be continually negotiated and anything is possible. Hanny Al Khoury grew up in Catholic household in Palestine. His La La Lands are dreamscapes free of the traumas caused by the complexities of this intersectional identity.

 

Telus World of Science − What’s On

11211 142 St NW, Edmonton, AB, Canada T5M 4A1

10:00 am – 5:00 pm

 

Expanse Festival

Fringe Theatre Arts Barns, 10330 84 Avenue, Edmonton

March 23 – April 2, 2023

Expanse Festival is a movement arts festival that focuses on body-based work from a cross-section of artists. Expanse offers opportunity, inspiration, education, and community for artists and audiences who share a love and curiosity in physical performance.

 

Celebration for kisikayastew ᑭᓯᑲᔭᐢᑌᐤ …when the night shines like the day

AGA, 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5J 2C1

Sun, April 2 2023, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Join us for a celebration of the new exhibition kisikayastew ᑭᓯᑲᔭᐢᑌᐤ …when the night shines like the day, which will include a drum performance, Elder remarks, refreshments and more. This event is included in admission. 

 

Art Battle Edmonton

Pure Casino Yellowhead, 12464 153 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB T5V 1S1

Sat, April 1 2023, 7:30 pm – 11:30 pm MDT

Get ready to witness an electrifying showdown as skilled artists go head-to-head in a high-speed, three-round battle to create awe-inspiring artwork right before your very eyes! 

 

Gallery ’23

Dinwoodie Lounge, 8900 114 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6G 2J7

Fri, March 31 2023, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm MDT

Enjoy an Arts student showcase at Dinwoodie lounge! Art and research exhibition, performances, appetizers, photobooth, and more!

VII. Parties and events in clubs

Euphoria Fridays

Amaleena, 10149 34 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6E 6J8, Canada

Fri, March 31 2023, 10:00 pm – 2:30 am (multiple dates)

Edmonton’s #1 Ladies night out destination. VIP Booths available. Luxurious Bottle service available. Come experience Euphoria. 

 

Cold Sweat The Flag Fete! 2023! 14th Annual!

The Banquet, 10332 103 Street Northwest #210, Edmonton, AB T5J 0Y9

Sat, April 1 2023, 10:00 pm − Sun, April 2 2023, 3:00 am MDT

Western Canada’s longest running Caribbean event is back! 80% Soca x 20% Reggae! 100% Vibes!

 

Crocin’ & Rockin’ Party

The Pint Whyte, 8032 104 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6E 4E2, Canada

Fri, March 31 2023, 9:00 pm MDT

Pint on Whyte presents Crocin’ and Rockin! Tickets come with a Free Drink, First 50 people at door get a custom beer CROC Charm!

 

Bombay Talkies (and Jo Jeeta Wahi Sikandar)

The Luxx, 10341 82 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6E 4E7, Canada

Fri, March 31 2023, 7:00 pm MDT

For the First Time in Edmonton, a Bollywood Trivia Night and a Dance Party combined! UDesi in association with Filmi Trivia Presents…

 

ODD MOB

The Chvrch of John, 10260 103 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5J0Y8, Canada

Fri, March 31 2023, 9:00 pm − Sat, April 1 2023, 2:00 am

DJ/producer Harry Hope from Brisbane, Australia

 

Country Music Dance Night With the Blue Norther Dancers

Thirsty Rooster Trail Eatery & Bar, 388 Saint Albert Trail St. Albert, AB T8N 5N6, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 7:00 pm MDT

Country dance

 

Queer Salon: April

Get Cooking, 11050 104 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB T5K 2Y9, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm MDT

The first installment of Queer Salon YEG. A fun space for conversation and creativity.

 

All The King’s Men: Fool’s Paradise

Evolution Wonderlounge, 10220 103 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 8:00 pm – 2:00 am

Edmonton’s favourite drag king advice show is back at Evolution Wonderlounge for another night of dancing, singing, and advice-slinging! Join our cast of rough-and-tumble goofy boys for an hour long drag spectacular where they answer your questions about love, life, and the best knock-knock jokes.

 

Jazz Cigarette + Hydracat

Blackbar, 10762 – 82 ave Main Floor, Edmonton, AB, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 8:00 pm

Two Rock n Roll Bands

 

Karaoke

Abbottsfield Recreation Centre (ARC), 3006 119 Avenue, Edmonton,AB T5W 4T4

Fri, March 31 2023, 7:30 pm − Sat, April 1 2023, 12:00 am MDT

A free of charge karaoke event where you can sing your hearts out all night!

VIII. Outdoor events

The Enchanted Valley’s Welcome to Spring

Rainbow Valley Campground, 119 Whitemud Drive Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6R 2V4, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm MDT

Spring is here and we have two opportunities for you to enjoy The Enchanted Valley. Located in Rainbow Valley Campground.

 

Edmonton 3Quest Challenge – Scavenger Hunt

1 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, AB V6Z 2H7, Canada

Multiple dates, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm 

3Quest Challenge is an interactive scavenger hunt that allows you to explore your city to complete 3 quests using the Scavenger Hunt App.

 

Edmonton Scavenger Hunt-Operation City Quest

1 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, AB V6Z 2H7, Canada

Multiple dates, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm 

Operation City Quest is an open world scavenger hunt, in which you use your smartphone to seek out items in the city and complete challenges.

 

Zombie Apocalypse Edmonton – Scavenger Hunt Survival Game

1 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, AB V6Z 2H7, Canada

Multiple dates, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm 

Edmonton Zombie Scavenger tests your ability to survive after a zombie apocalypse. The game leads you through the city, where you will have 60 minutes to collect supplies to survive during this interactive scavenger game. 

 

Edmonton Clue Solving Adventure – Downtown Detectives

Downtown Downtown Edmonton, AB T5J Canada

Multiple Dates, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm MST

Explore the streets, shops and artwork of downtown Edmonton as you take on a criminal mastermind in a real thriller.

 

Bountiful Farmers’ Market

3696 97 St, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E5S8

Fri, Sun, from 10 am − 4 pm

Sat, from 9 am − 4 pm

Edmonton’s indoor, year round, multi-day farmers’ market! Your one-stop-shop to keep you stocked for the week. With over 100 vendors we have everything from fresh local vegetables and meat, local coffee roasters, to Albertan beer and wine.

 

Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market

10310 83 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 5C3

Sat, April 2 2023, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm (multiple dates)

With Edmonton’s finest assortment of vendors, we have a fantastic mix of locally grown and produced goods.  Come check out the market this Friday – you’re sure to find something great to take home!



Other Events

Edmonton Axe Throwing for 2 People

13931 156 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6V 1J1, Canada

Multiple dates

Grab a friend and challenge each other in the axe throwing game. The axe throwing expert will teach you the basic techniques of how to safely throw axes, trick shots and play games to improve accuracy.

 

Wild West Shooting Centre – Edmonton Shooting Range

Phase 4, West Edmonton Mall, 178 St & 82 Ave Upper Level

Fri & Sat, 10 am – 10 pm

Sun, 11 am – 6 pm

If this is your first time, our range staff will help you learn how to shoot safely. We provide the safety gear, range coaches, and all the guns. You relax and focus on enjoying the experience.

 

Drop In – Puppy Play & Socialization

The Dog House Day Care, 9705 56 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6E 0B4

Sun, April 2 2023, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm MST (multiple dates)

Weekly Puppy Social, an hour of fun, and positive socialization. Surfaces, safe structures to climb, a swimming pool in the summer, other puppies, and experienced instructors to help you through all of your puppy training challenges. 

 

Edmonton Downtown Farmers Market

10305 97 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0L9

Sat, 9 am – 3 pm

Sun, 11 am – 3 pm

At the Edmonton Downtown Farmers Market, we have an amazing team of vendors that specialize in farming, growing, producing, baking, and creating local products you’ll fall in love with.

 

Sunday Night Trivia at Brewsters Unity Square!

Brewsters Unity Square, 11620 104 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB T5K 2T7

Sun, April 2 2023, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm MST

Tremendous Trivia hosts an entertaining general knowledge and music trivia night every Sunday at Brewsters Unity Square in Edmonton.

 

Entrepreneurship Gala 2023

Matrix Hotel, 10640 100 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB T5J 3N8 Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 5:00 pm MDT

Enactus University of Alberta is hosting an event celebrating innovation, sustainability, and entrepreneurship in Edmonton, Alberta.

 

Sugar Shack Dinners

Café Bicyclette at La Cité Francophone, 8627 91 Street, Edmonton, AB T6C 3N1

March 31 – April 1, 2023, 7:00 pm

A five course maple-infused long table culinary experience, in a wood heated outfitter tent.

 

Women & Natural Wine

Color de Vino, 9606 82 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6C 1A1, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Celebrate Women’s History Month and the delicious world of natural wines made by women!

 

Rio Terrace Church Community Kitchen

Rio Terrace Church, 15108 76 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB T5R 2Z9

Sun, April 2 2023, 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm MDT

Our Community Kitchen will bring people together to prepare low cost and high quality meals. All are invited to participate.

 

The Hazeldean Eggcellent Easter Market

Hazeldean Community League, 9630 66 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6E 4W9, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 10:30 am – 4:30 pm MDT

Join the second Annual Hazeldean Eggcellent Easter Market! Free glazed Donuts for the first 50 guests.

 

ACUA Ukrainian Easter Market

ACUA Alberta Council for the Ukrainian Arts, 10554 110 St NW Unit 100, Edmonton, AB, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 11:00 am

Food, Ukrainian Easter supplies, artisan & craft vendors, art & Ukrainian goods.

 

Connections Spring Market: Just Kitten around

Kirk Centre, 13535-122 ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 11:00 am

Bring your family for some shopping and family fun! There will be: a scavenger hunt; crafts; activities; a sensory/rest space; kitten cuddles and more!

 

Millwoods Easter Market

Mill Woods Town Centre, 2331 66 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 10:00 am

Lots of space, bright open area and the Easter Bunny!

 

WildRose Antique And Collectables Sale

Edmonton Inn & Conference Centre, Edmonton, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 9:30 am

Welcome to the annual sale. Two ballrooms this year.

 

Celestial Market ~ The Market that has been written in the Stars!

Manchester Square Edmonton, 10704 – 120 street, Edmonton, AB, Canada

Sat, April 1 2023, 11:00 am

The Celestial Market event will have tarot, astrology jewellery, clothing, art, candles and more! Goodie Bags for The first 20 customers to the market!

 

Alt After Dark Night Market

Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Boulevard NW, Edmonton

Fri, March 31 2023, 7:00 pm

A monthly night market with 35 alternative vendors, artists and distilleries.

 

Bellavie Spring Pop-Up Shop – 10th Annual!

Lessard Community League, 17404-57 Ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada

Sun, April 2 2023, 12:00 pm

Find stylish and popular items from a curated selection of trustworthy local merchants – all in one afternoon, leaving plenty of time to relax and enjoy a sweet Spring afternoon and all it’s beautiful things.

 

The Conscious Couple- Expanding to Tantric Union

Open Heart City Aharam, 10312 142 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5N 2P1, Canada

Sun, April 2 2023, 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm MDT

Designed for couples, this course provides a unique opportunity to learn how to: create a shared language; experience an expanded version of yourselves together; use practical tools when times are challenging; experience deeper connection; unite in Love.