Edmonton Events

Whether you want to shop till you drop, chill out with a glass of wine and watch some fantastic presentations, meet some adorable adoptables in the cuddle corner, or just spend some quality time with your favourite women, your adventure is waiting at the Edmonton Woman’s Show! Have all your interior design questions answered at...

Sunday, December 24th at 11 am Christmas Eve CandleLight Service at 5 pm Christmas Eve Carols and CandleLight Service at 11 pm

JUNO winning Canadian alternative country, roots-rockers, siblings David and Joey Landreth’ sound combines harmony-rich Americana, bluesy R&B, U.S singer/songwriter traditions, and the folk heritage of the northern prairies anchored by the bluesy wail of electric guitars, the swell of B3 organ, and the harmonized swoon of their voices. Do not miss the chance to see...

Awesome hockey for charity all ages come to viking this tournament has been going on for a while raises alot of money I just think it should be main streem it its put on by Brett suter

This exhibition consists of 25 images by Toronto photographer Tobi Asmoucha. Her photos have documented community life across the country and capture a glimpse of the role Legion Halls play in Canadian communities today. Functioning as community centre and social hall, Legions exist as a connection to the past, and an important part of the...

oin us for the 25th Annual Tibetan Bazaar being held Saturday, September 30th and Sunday, October 1st from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily at the Alberta Avenue Community League Hall at 9210-118 Avenue in Edmonton. Admission is $5 at the door with children admitted free of charge. The Tibetan Bazaar is a unique celebration...

‘Tis (always) the season to volunteer in our Winter City! Do you love the outdoors? Building festival sites? Reffing hockey games? At Deep Freeze Byzantine Winter Festival you can do all of these and more! Volunteering starts on Jan 9th and runs until Jan 17th- sign up at deepfreezefest.ca/volunteer.

The Carrot appreciates the Edmonton Police Service and invites the community to join them in an “around the table” conversation.

The Cosmopolitan Music Society (CMS) is pleased to announce this special evening of music celebrating the works of local composers as part of the CMS Series of shows. The CMS Monday band will perform this concert of original compositions Sunday, April 9 at the Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre (OSPAC) 8426 Gateway Boulevard. The repertoire reflects the character of the city of Edmonton – multicultural, high energy, and interspersed with intense moments of beauty and contemplation. The show features five world premiere performances, as well as performances of established masterworks for band by Edmonton’s own Allan Gilliland and John Estacio. Works from local composers: Taran Plamondon, Joseph Lai, Jared Samborski, Patricia Gauci, Roger Deegan, and Rhea Shank will also be featured. Early bird tickets are $20 until April 6, $25 thereafter. Tickets are available at the CMS office at OSPAC, or through CMS members.

Nominated for a JUNO Award, Indie Award, Canadian Folk Music Award and an International Folk Alliance Award, Kobo Town's infectious nature is winning audiences over worldwide. Founded and fronted by emigre Trinidadian songwriter Drew Gonsalves, an engaging storyteller whose songs draw heavily from the lyrical inventiveness of early calypso, their music has been described as "a unique, transnational composite of rhythm, poetry and activist journalism." - Exclaim!

Alberta Ballet has invited back Emmy Award winner Travis Wall and SHAPING SOUND. Through his work on “So You Think You Can Dance”, Travis Wall has established himself as one of America’s favorite choreographers. His artistic direction of SHAPING SOUND has already produced one spell-binding show in Dance Reimagined, which has captivated audiences all across...

This exciting, new musical version of Charlotte's Web brings a new dimension to E.B. White's beloved classic. With music and lyrics by Charles Strouse (Annie, 'Bye, 'Bye Birdie) and book by Joseph Robinette (national award-winning children's playwright) the thrilling musical score includes "Who Says We Can't Be Friends", an enchanting duet between Wilbur and his new-found companion Charlotte; "Welcome to the Zuckerman Barn", featuring all the story's unforgettable animals in a hand-clapping, toe-tapping hoe-down; and "Summer", a haunting, nostalgic chorus number which evokes a time and place from everyone's childhood. For 10 years, the Festival Players for Kids have been bringing fun and creative theatre to audiences in the capital region. Performed by a talented cast of local children, and guided by a skilled group of industry professionals, Charlotte's Web is sure to be great for kids and kids at heart!

ONEGIN is the new indie-rock musical that’s taking the country by storm. The Arts Club Theatre Company production with book, music and lyrics by Amiel Gladstone and Veda Hille is based on the poem by Pushkin and the opera by Tchaikovsky. ONEGIN tells the story of Eugene Onegin, a wealthy Russian playboy who, bored with...

Always wanted to try ice fishing but just don't have the know-how? This FREE event is for you! How does it work? Park at Waterfront Park located at the end of 50th Street in the Village of Wabamun. Bring a toboggan to pull your folding chairs, snacks and extra jackets to the event on the ice. Sign in at the TransAlta/ACA registration tent. Pick up a loaner ice fishing rod and fishing tips from Cabela’s. Find a pre-drilled ice fishing hole and drop a line. Ask roving fishing mentors for help with your rod and reel, ice fishing tips, and how safely handle and release fish. Afraid you’ll get a little chilly? Warm up with free hot chocolate care of Parkland County and try fishing from inside a Cabela’s ice fishing tent. There are hot dogs and snacks for hungry anglers, thanks to Wabamun Chamber and ATB. Bring your skates and hockey sticks, too. The Village of Wabamun will clear a skating oval and rink for pond hockey on the lake. The event is on Alberta's Family Fishing Weekend, so fishing licences are not required. Fishing regulations still apply. Wabamun Lake is catch-and-release.

WATER WORKS PONDS’ SIXTEENTH ANNUAL PARADE OF PONDS TOUR FEATURING OVER 15 WATER GARDENS THROUGHOUT EDMONTON AND SURROUNDING AREAS. 
IN SUPPORT FOR THE DOGS WITH WINGS SOCIETY. This is a unique opportunity to experience some of the finest private water gardens in western Canada. Enjoy and be inspired by cascading waterfalls, babbling brooks, twisting streams, colourful...

Alberta Ballet has invited back Emmy Award winner Travis Wall and SHAPING SOUND. Through his work on “So You Think You Can Dance”, Travis Wall has established himself as one of America’s favorite choreographers. His artistic direction of SHAPING SOUND has already produced one spell-binding show in Dance Reimagined, which has captivated audiences all across...

First launched in the 1980's, the original Mini Pops' featured talented children (between the ages of 9-15) singing pop hits of the day. The group sold millions of albums in Australia, Canada, France, the UK and the USA. Now that the original Mini Pops' fans have grown up and have children of their own, a new generation of Mini Pops' has been relaunched. Since re-launching, the Mini Pop Kids have released 11 albums and have continuously reached the number one spot on the kids chart on iTunes Canada. Mini Pop Kids continues a successful tradition of entertaining and celebrating kids with its "family friendly Mini Pop style". Packed with high positive energy, the Mini Pop Kids brand is about encouraging and empowering kids to be confident and shoot for their dreams, with clean versions of current radio pop songs that the entire family can enjoy.

Are you looking to expand your photography skills? Join us for a one-day wildlife photography workshop where you will be surrounded with exotic animals and photographic opportunities! Using the Zoo’s unique surroundings, students will learn how to get the best out of their cameras using a variety of photography techniques and tips on getting creative...

Edmonton based recording artist Colleen Rae is a multi-talented singer, songwriter and musician. Rae's What You Need Is Me album yielded seven nationally and internationally charted singles and garnered nominations by the WCMA, TIMA and CCMA. A natural on stage, Colleen has performed at festivals and venues across the province including the Winspear, The Brier, Big Valley Jamboree and the Calgary Stampede. Colleen's third recording is set to be released in 2017.

Front Porch Roots Revue return for their annual "theme" concert after selling out their 40th anniversary tribute to "The Last Waltz" this past spring. This season the Porch crew unveils a night of "Classic Country-Rock and Swing" and the core group of Ron Rault, Thom Moon, Crawdad Cantera and Gord Matthews return with One Horse Blue vocalist Ian Oscar and a few other special guests. The musical menu will embrace tunes from the songbooks of Waylon Jennings, Danny O'Keefe and Poco, to The Byrds, Commander Cody, The Eagles and The New Riders of the Purple Sage, all done with a tasty Front Porch spin.

World-renowned superstars whose music is "as deeply compassionate as it is invigorating, as accessible as it is virtuosic" (Time Out New York), The Klezmatics erupted out of New York's East Village in 1986 and revitalized klezmer for the new century. The music is steeped in Eastern European/ Jewish tradition and spirituality, while incorporating contemporary themes such as human rights and anti-fundamentalism. The Klezmatics have collaborated with numerous luminaries, including Pulitzer Prize playwright Tony Kushner and folk hero Arlo Guthrie to name a few. They have performed at some of the world's most storied venues and festivals and their accolades include a GRAMMY Award for "Best Contemporary World Music Album" and the New York Jewish Music Award for "Best Klezmer Band".

Mantras and mudras are used in both yoga and meditation as techniques for activating subtle energy, focusing and quieting the mind, and deepening the meditative state. In this workshop you will explore the use of mantras and mudras with Kushok & Michelle Dionne-Nisbet and learn how to use them to enhance your own personal practice. TARGET AUDIENCE: Anyone with an interest in yoga and meditation is welcome to attend. No prior meditation experience required. All faiths welcome.

Admin professionals, join the Edmonton Branch for our February branch meeting and speaker. Hana El Sherbini, a Workforce Consultant, will be talking about the Journey to Leadership. There is a leader in all of us. Come and join us on a journey of inspiration and stories of overcoming adversity. Member tickets $30. Non-member tickets $35. Register by February 2 at Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/aaa-february-2017-hana-el-sherbini-the-journey-to-leadership-tickets-30252073767. The Association of Administrative Assistants is a Canadian association for administrative professionals of all kinds. Our motto is “Professionalism Through Education” and we believe in continual education and learning. Meetings provide an opportunity to meet others in your profession, learn interesting information on a variety of topics with our speakers, and enjoy a night out! For more information on the Association, visit www.aaa.ca.

Othello, the valiant female general of Venice, marries Desdemona, the son of a powerful Venetian senator, in secret. This does not get past the shrewd eyes of Iago, who was passed over for promotion to lieutenant for the gallant Cassio. A fiendish plot has Iago, a plot to cause the downfall of Othello. The traps and trickery are carefully calculated. Those who fall are all part of the plan of one of the most malicious characters Shakespeare ever penned into existence. *Contains scenes of violence and sexual violence