Another month is upon us, and there’s no shortage of amazing things to do around Edmonton this April, whatever you’re in the mood for! We’ve got concerts, festivals, and even dinos! Here are the best things to do around Edmonton this April.
We love us a good show to kick off monthly events! Besides their announcement of a new album, Remember Never Before, July Talk also has a tour with special guests Crown Lands (opening most dates), and Nyssa.
When: Tuesday, April 4th, 2023
Where: 4 Sir Winston Churchill Square
Cost: $28+
Maybe July Talk is not your scene, if so, SonReal is also in town on the same night! SonReal is bringing his “The Nobody’s Happy All The Time Tour” to Union Hall in April.
When: Tuesday, April 4th, 2023
Where: 6240 99 St NW
Cost: $36.40+
Get ready to rock! Rock Of Ages will be in Edmonton starting April! The Tony Award nominated musical has been selling out theatres from New York to Vegas to London’s West End! This show “captures the iconic era that was the big, bad 1980’s through the story of a small-town girl, a city boy, and a rock ‘n’ roll romance on the Sunset Strip.”
When: Tuesday, April 4th, 2023 to Sunday, June 11th, 2023
Where: Mayfield Theatre
Cost: $95+
Feeling defrosted yet? The Downtown Defrost is back and frostier than ever! This spring, check out this family-friendly celebration of dance music and culture.
When: Friday, April 7th and Saturday, April 8th, 2023
Where: Louise McKinney Riverfront Park
Cost: After party passes start at $24.99+, day events $55+
Another concert to check out this month is The Darcys when they take over The Rec Room! The Darcys will perform with Whale & The Wolf and Exit Division.
When: Saturday, April 8th, 2023
Where: 1725 99 Street Northwest
Cost: $18.37
Need a laugh this month? Kevin Hart’s Reality Check tour was named the #1 Comedy Tour of the Year by Billboard, and he was also awarded the People’s Choice Award for Comedy Act of 2022. He is in town this April! And tickets are still available.
When: Tuesday, April 11th, 2023
Where: Rogers Place
Cost: $79.05+
For just a few days, you can catch PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL in Edmonton! Based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, this musical springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell (Hairspray, Kinky Boots, Legally Blonde).
When: Tuesday, April 11th, to Sunday, April 16th, 2023
Where: Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 11455 — 87 Avenue
Cost: $55+
EDMONTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
The ESO has got some great variety in store for music lovers this month. You can hear everything from The Mambo Kings turning up to full-blown symphonies. So, if you’re looking for a high-class night out, this is a great option to keep in mind.
When: Concerts throughout April
Where: 4 Sir Winston Churchill Square
Cost: Varies
JUBILATIONS DINNER THEATRE
We’re thinking dinner and a show sounds lovely as a springtime night out! And naturally, Jubilations has got exactly what we need, with topics ranging from spoofs on The Office, along with Mamma Mio!
When: Showtimes throughout April
Where: 8882 170 Street NW
Cost: $69.95
THE CITADEL THEATRE
Yes, we are loving live events! There are several options to check out this month, including Pride & Prejudice, Trouble in Mind, First Métis Man of Odesa, and Going Solo.
When: Shows throughout April
Where: 9828 101 A Avenue
Cost: Varies
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
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DREAMSPEAKERS INTERNATIONAL INDIGENOUS FILM FESTIVAL
Canada’s oldest running Indigenous Film Festival since 1993, Dreamspeakers produces an international film festival (DIIFF) that celebrates the latest works by Indigenous people’s innovation in film, video, radio, and new media, presenting selections of Indigenous works from around the globe!
When: Wednesday, April 19th to Sunday, April 23rd, 2023
Where: Whiskeyjack Art House , 11051 97 St, Edmonton
Cost: TBD
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.”
When: Open throughout April
Where: 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square
Cost: $14
PARANORMAL TOURS AT FORT EDMONTON PARK
It might be spring, but you can get a little spooky for it! Fort Edmonton Park is offering a more mature tour this month, as it gears up for the summer season. Will you see a ghost? Maybe. Will you get the willies? Absolutely!
When: Tours until Wednesday, April 12th, 2023
Where: 7000 143 Street NW
Cost: $65 for GA
EDMONTON OILERS
It’s the last month of regular season games, and the playoff race is truly heating up. So, we’re sure that a few extra screaming fans will help the Oilers clinch their place.
When: Games on Saturday, April 1st, and Thursday, April 13th, 2023
Where: 10220 104 Avenue NW
Cost: Varies
THE INTERRUPTERS AND FRANK TURNER
Over the winter, The Interrupters announced a co-headlining tour with none other than Frank Turner. Lucky for Edmonton, the tour will be stopping here at Midway later this month.
When: Tuesday, April 25th, 2023
Where: 6107 104 Street NW
Cost: $217.27
HIT THE LINKS
Is it early? Maybe… But Edmonton’s municipal golf courses (alongside all the others), should be opening sometime this month! Don’t worry, we’ll keep our eyes peeled on official opening dates for you.
When: Slated to open sometime in April
Where: Locations around Edmonton
Cost: $20+
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
Jurassic Quest is the world’s largest, most popular dino event with unique and exciting experiences for the whole family and it is roaring into Edmonton this month!
When: April 28th to May 7th, 2023
Where: Edmonton EXPO Centre
Cost: $29.50+
MUTTART CONSERVATORY
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 April
Where: 9626 96a Street NW
Cost: $14.95 for GA
