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The weekend is here, folks! And naturally, we’ve got some great options available for what to do around Edmonton in honour of it. So, let’s see what we can get up to!
Here are the 10 best things to do in Edmonton this weekend.
Showcasing dozens of locals bands, singers, and comedians, this concert series kicks off this weekend and will run for over a week! There are too many good names to count, and what’s more, a fair number of them are free to see.
When: Starts Sunday, March 27th
Where: Venues around Edmonton
Cost: Varies
What better way to usher in spring than with a nice night out? If you’re looking for the perfect spot for a nightcap afterwards, we rounded up our favourite hidden bars and speakeasies around the city to visit.
Where: Click the link above for our picks
Wanna get extra involved in the Oscars this year? Metro Cinema has got the answer. Come Sunday, head down for this by donation event that includes raffles, costumes, and a great setting to get upset at whatever snubs you think happened.
When: Sunday, March 27th
Where: 8712 109 Street
Cost: By donation
It’s the last hurrah of skiing season around the city! Your first option is Rabbit Hill, which is actually the largest option around. Couple of groomer runs with some friends? You bet.
When: Open throughout the weekend
Where: 20715 57 Avenue SW
Cost: Varies
Alternatively, the Edmonton Ski Club is also winding down for the season. While not as big, there’s no denying that this is a wonderfully convenient option, and a great way to spend the day.
When: Open throughout the weekend
Where: 9613 96 Avenue NW
Cost: Varies
The AGA has got not one, but two new exhibits! The artist Byron Samson (Mistikonâpêw) does incredible portraits of Indigenous leaders, while Maud Lewis is recognized as one of the most prominent folk artists in Canadian history.
When: Open Wednesday to Sunday
Where: 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square
Cost: $14
A new show opened at The Citadel Theatre last week! Enjoy a world premiere of a new take of the classic tale of Jane Eyre, which was written back in the 19th century and has proven itself as a timeless story.
When: Showtimes throughout the weekend
Where: 9828 101 A Avenue
Cost: Varies
This is the last chance to check out a little opera! The plot? Two sisters have pranks pulled on them by their fiances to prove their faithfulness. Not the most progressive angle, but hey, it was created by Mozart.
When: Friday, March 25th
Where: 11455 87 Avenue NW
Tickets: $29+
For something decidedly less high brow, the acclaimed comedian Jon Dore is putting on a few shows this week at the Grindstone! If you’re looking for a few laughs, then look no further.
When: Friday, March 25th and Saturday, March 26th
Where: 10019 81 Avenue NW
Cost: $25+
Last but certainly not least, we’ve got the Muttart Conservatory! This indoor botanical garden is the perfect option for those wanting to speedrun that summer feeling.
When: Open throughout the weekend
Where: 9626 96a Street NW
Tickets: $14.95 for GA
Those are our picks for this weekend, Edmonton!
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