Happy Monday, Edmonton! We hope that you’ve enjoyed the long weekend so far, and are feeling recharged for the week ahead. If you need some things to get you that much more ready for the coming days, don’t worry, because that’s where we come in.
Here are the 10 best things to do in Edmonton this week.
CHECK OUT EDMONTON’S FIRST FOOD HALL
Just steps away from Rogers Place, the 5th Street Food Hall is sure to become a popular spot once the NHL season gets started. But, we think you should visit this week, and get a head start so you know all the best picks once that happens!
When: Open Tuesday to Sunday, 11AM-9PM
Where: 10344 105 Street NW
ENJOY THE EDMONTON CORN MAZE
Young and old alike can appreciate the value of a good corn maze during the start of fall. And honestly, the Edmonton Corn Maze is amongst the best in the country. Massive, and featuring a new design every year, a trip here is going to be a breath of fresh air (literally) this week.
When: Open throughout the week
Where: 26171 Garden Valley Road, Spruce Grove
Cost: $13.50+
OR HEAD TO THE MUTTART CONSERVATORY
It’s nice to know that Edmonton has its own slice of summer, thanks to the Muttart Conservatory. This indoor botanical garden is the perfect place to unwind after a long day, or relax with a friend during the weekend. Either way, it’s sure to get more and more popular as temperatures drop.
When: Open throughout the week
Where: 9626 96a Street NW
Tickets: $14.95 for GA
LAUGH IT UP AT THE EDMONTON COMEDY FESTIVAL
If you’re looking to laugh it up instead, you have options for that as well! The Edmonton Comedy Fest returns this month, showcasing tons of local talent over 4 hilarious days.
When: Starts Wednesday, October 13th
Where: Venues around Edmonton
Cost: Varies per event
BINGE-WATCH A NEW SHOW
For those that couldn’t stop watching Squid Game, we’ve rounded up some other zany, social commentary infused picks to watch next. From classic films to contemporary examples, these aren’t direct copies, but more like fun alternatives.
Where: Click the link above for our picks
DARK: FORT EDMONTON PARK
This year, Fort Edmonton Park has gone with 3 different concepts, each of which is spooky in its own right. Check out ‘Under the Big Top’ to see Midway attractions (and employees) that have taken a decidedly wrong turn. Or, get a little industrial at ‘Core Industries’, as you try and retrieve a fungus sample that has ‘mutated’ the workers inside. Our top pick, though, is ‘Blood Harvest’, which is set on a farm and has some serious ‘Children of the Corn’ vibes going for it.
When: Now open!
Where: 7000 143 Street NW
Cost: $45 for GA
DEADMONTON HAUNTED HOUSE
Alongside Dark, the super-popular Deadmonton Haunted House has returned, with not one but two super scary experiences. Warped is their main attraction, and offers a twisted look at Area 51, while Dusk is an outdoor experience inspired by a New Orleans cemetery haunt.
When: On throughout the week
Where: 7031 Gateway Boulevard
Cost: $29.99+
SPOOK YOURSELF ON A GHOST TOUR
Feel more like dipping your toes into spooky season? A great option comes from Edmonton Ghost Tours, which offers a variety of tours showcasing the less-than-savoury history of the city. But hey, if you’re looking for a great mix of spooky and informative, this is it!
When: Tours throughout the week
Where: 10322 83rd Avenue
Cost: $22.23
VISIT A HAUNTED PUMPKIN U-PICK FARM
Finally, for a truly family-friendly option we’ve got Prairie Gardens! This massive u-pick farm just outside Vancouver offers everything from pumpkin displays to ghost town walks and even a pumpkin cannon. If we get some nice weather this weekend, this is a great option.
When: Open throughout the week
Where: 56311 Lily Lake Road, Bon Accord
Cost: $17+
ART GALLERY OF ALBERTA
In addition to a group show that launched in September, two new exhibitions have come to the AGA. One’s all about nostalgia and time, while the other showcases the more colourful parts of the gallery’s collections! Definitely worth a visit on those less than amazing days.
When: Now open
Where: 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square
Cost: $14
Alright Edmonton, that’s what we’ve got in mind this week! Have fun out there!
