Happy Sunday, Edmonton! Here we are again, the end of a (hopefully fun) weekend and the start of a (hopefully fun) week. Of course, we’re back too, to try and help you plan out some great activities. From outdoor options to relaxing at home, it’s a good week to be in Edmonton!
Here are 10 things to do in Edmonton this week.
TAKE PART IN NATIONAL TAKEOUT DAY
Edmonton’s food scene has always been better-than-average, and that definitely extends to takeout. If you’re treating yourself this week, keep in mind that there’s a nationwide effort to set the record on Thursday. All you gotta do is fill out a few questions and bam! You’re part of it.
When: Thursday, April 15th
Where: Click the link above for more info
HIT UP THE FARMERS’ MARKETS
We love takeout and delivery as much as the next person. But, sometimes, it’s nice to just grab some fresh fruits and veggies, or some local baking, or a nice frozen meal. And, there’s no better place to do that than at Edmonton’s farmers’ markets!
When: Open throughout April
Where: Various locations
ROYAL ALBERTA MUSEUM FROM HOME
While it waits to reopen, the Royal Alberta Museum offers a wide variety of educational options that you can access online. Explore the collections on virtual tours, learn to build a banjo (awesome), or take some custom-made quizzes to learn more about the museum.
When: On throughout April
Where: Online
Cost: Free
WATCH SOME HOCKEY
The Oilers continuously prove themselves as a top contender this season. And, with only a few weeks left in the regular season, we’re expecting some pretty fierce action. Add in nonstop regional rivalries, and we’re looking at an April filled with hockey excitement!
When: Games throughout the week
BID ON AN ONLINE AUCTION
The local company Curiosity Inc. (a good name) has partnered with Kastner Auctions to sell a boatload of items and artifacts from Alberta’s Stan Reynolds Museum. If you ever needed to get an ancient Roman coin, or some weird art, or even a fossil or two, this is your chance.
Where: Click the link above for more info
GO FOR AN OUTDOOR WORKOUT
Got some excess energy to burn? Skip pushups in your kitchen and go explore some of Edmonton’s best places for an outdoor workout. From yoga in the park to running trails and more, we’ve got you covered from all angles.
Where: Click the link above for more info
GO BIRD WATCHING
Welcome to the easiest bird-watching expedition you’ll go on all year. Three massive, glowing, inflatable chickadees have landed on the roof of the CO*LAB Building, and they’re just waiting for you to see them. Our advice? Try and get there for dusk, and mix in the sunset with the trip.
When: On until April 30th
Where: 9641 102A Ave
CHECK OUT A NEW BREAKFAST SPOT
Originally from Quebec, Pür & Simple has chosen Edmonton to open up its first Alberta location! The restaurant seems to be a hit all over Canada, so we’re curious to see just how great it is. After all, you can never test out too many waffles and eggs benedicts.
When: Now open
Where: 1 Kingsway Garden Mall
STREAM A MOVIE
While we’d classify the majority of them as ‘films’ (lifts pinky) instead of movies, the Metro Cinema has some great options that give you more to talk about than ‘Green guy go smash’. But hey, who are we to judge the psychological transformation of Dr. Banner?
When: Streaming throughout April
Where: Online
Cost: Varies
OR CHECK OUT THE PREMIERE OF ANOTHER
If you want to double down on culture at home this week, you could also check out the upcoming Canadian premiere of More Than Dance, We Are a Movement. The film follows the Red Sky Performance group as they perform two amazing dances called Trace and Miigs.
When: Starts Wednesday, April 14th
Where: Online
Cost: $16.14 and up
That’s our roundup for you this week, folks! We hope that you enjoy the next few days.
