Welcome to the start of the another summer weekend, Edmonton! What’s more, it’s a weekend filled to the brim with all sorts of options. Get outside, enjoy a music festival, do a little shopping, eat some food… you know, all the activities that’ll have you feeling good as the season changes.
Here are the best things to do in Edmonton this weekend.
TOGETHER AGAIN CONCERT SERIES
Heads up music lovers, because we’ve got the Together Again Concert Series! While the entire weekend is filled with big names, there’s no denying that Albertan country star Paul Brandt might be the best of them.
When: Shows throughout the weekend
Where: Edmonton Exhibition Lands
Cost: $79
EDMONTON BLUES FESTIVAL
Meanwhile, the Edmonton Blues Festival makes its return this weekend as well. Not only is it coming off a multi-year hiatus, but chances are high it’ll be moving home for a few years as well after this one. All the more reason to check it out.
When: Friday, August 19th to Sunday, August 21st
Where: Heritage Amphitheatre, William Hawrelak Park
Cost: $60+ for GA
COMIC AND ZINE MARKET
Feeling like a little bit of end-of-summer shopping with a twist? You’ll find it at the AGA’s first-ever Comic and Zine Market, featuring the works of local artists.
When: Saturday, August 20th
Where: 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square
Cost: Free!
IMAGINE MONET
Speaking of artsy stuff… Enjoy the works of one of the world’s best painters, in a level of detail that rivals actually, you know, booking a flight to France to see them in person.
When: Open throughout the weekend
Where: 7515 118 Avenue NW
Cost: $34.95+ for GA
EDMONTON FRINGE FESTIVAL
For those looking for something a little more, let’s call it funky, you’ll feel right at home at the Edmonton Fringe Festival. Check out dozens of local and touring shows from all walks of the theatre and performance world.
When: Ends Sunday, August 21st
Where: Venues around Edmonton
Cost: $5+
2022 WORLD JUNIORS
The World Juniors wrap up this weekend, and while we can’t promise Canada will be going for gold quite yet, we do have a pretty good feeling about it. Either way, catch the gold medal game this Saturday for a left-field sports pick.
When: Ends Saturday, August 20th
Where: Rogers Place, Edmonton
Cost: $40+
HIT THE LINKS
We love golf, so we’re going to go ahead and recommend that this weekend as well. Get out for a full round, or just go mess around on the driving range! It works well, especially since this city’s municipal courses are top-notch.
When: Open throughout the weekend
Where: Locations around Edmonton
Cost: $20+
FORT EDMONTON PARK
For some classic summer fun, we think Fort Edmonton Park is the move! It’s great in its own right, but, it’s also partnered with the TELUS World of Science for a 2-for-1 deal on general admission. A very solid deal, if you ask us.
When: Open throughout the weekend
Where: 7000 143 Street NW
Tickets: $26.20
HIT THE BEACH
August means sunny days, folks! If you’re not scared of the water temps (which should be at their hottest anyway), then go check out some of the most amazing beaches around the province.
Where: Click the link above for our picks
HIKE AROUND
We’re keeping the sporty vibe going to cap off our weekend picks. From inner-city gems to full on day trips, there’s no shortage of amazing hikes to check out around Edmonton.
Where: Click the link above for our picks
That’s what we’ve got in mind for this weekend, Edmonton!
