A new month is right around the corner, and you know what that means! As always, it’s time for a roundup of the best free and cheap things to do. Get outside, enjoy some arts and culture, indulge in a delicious meal… you’ve got options, and none of them are going to hurt your wallet! Here are the best free and cheap things to do around Edmonton this April.
HALFWAY TO HALLOWEEN NIGHT MARKET
We are officially halfway to Halloween! And this month, you can check out an alternative night market with 85 vendors, artists, distilleries, food trucks and vendors.
When: Saturday, April 15th, 2023
Where: Alberta Aviation Museum, 11410 Kingsway NW
Cost: Free
Love the Farmer’s Market? Love it even more by checking out Yoga at the Market! On Saturdays, you can select between two classes to take before or after shopping.
When: Saturdays in April
Where: Edmonton Downtown Farmers Market, 10305 97 St NW
Cost: $15, must preregister online
Getting ready for Eid? The North Edmonton Eid Bazaar is the perfect place for that! Get in on exclusive Eid, weddings, and Mother’s Day shopping. Exclusive Eid, Weddings and Mother’s Day Shopping! This community event includes local vendors and has free parking as well.
When: Saturday, April 15th, and Sunday, April 16th, 2023
Where: 14230 133 Ave NW
Cost: Free
EDMONTON MUSIC & SPEECH ARTS FESTIVAL
The 115th AnnualEdmonton Music & Speech Arts Festival (formerly known as the Edmonton Kiwanis Music Festival) is back, and it creates over 2,500 opportunities for over 20,000 music students, actors, musicians, and music lovers to perform in front of an audience and receive professional adjudication. See the stars of the future!
When: Monday, April 17th to Saturday, April 29th, 2023
Where: MacEwan University, Alberta College Campus, 10050 MacDonald Drive NW
Cost: Free
CAPITAL CITY VINTAGE MARKET POP-UP
Sure there’s spring cleaning, but what about spring shopping? A vintage market pop-up comes to the Downtown Farmers Market, with some 30 vendors ready to show off the best of the best. What’s more, it’s free to attend!
When: Saturday, April 22nd and Sunday, April 23rd
Where: 10305 97 Street NW
Cost: Free!
Another spring market takes place on the weekend of April 22nd. Spring Make is Edmonton’s premiere maker event, and takes places over two days and is free for all Edmonton makers!
When: Saturday, April 22nd and Sunday, April 23rd
Where: Edmonton Expo Centre
Cost: Free!
ART GALLERY OF ALBERTA
The AGA has got a serious amount of stuff to check out in April. In addition to the ongoing exhibitions, you can check out a new one call PUSH in April. According to the gallery, “PUSH aims to broaden our understanding of what art can be, advancing our appreciation for its limitless possibilities.” It also offers FREE admission from 4-7pm on the last Thursday of every month!
When: Open throughout April
Where: 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square
Cost: $14
FILIPINO RESTAURANT MONTH
The second annual Filipino Restaurant Month is back nationwide, and has got some Edmonton names joining in!
When: On throughout April
Where: Locations around Edmonton
Feeling outdoorsy? Springtime is a great time to check out Elk Island. Do a little walk here or there, maybe spot some bison, and stick around after the sun goes down for some top-tier stargazing.
When: Open throughout April
Where: 54401 Range Road 203, Fort Saskatchewan
Cost: $7.90 for admissions
As much as we love a state-of-the-art theatre, we might like this local option even more! Metro Cinema has always got a great selection of movies to check out, from cult comedies to art-house to things even we’ve never heard of!
When: Showtimes throughout April
Where: 8712 109 Street
Cost: $13 for GA
