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Another week, and Halloween is THAT much closer! If you’re in the mood for all things spooky, there’s lots to keep you busy until the big, candy-filled day. Here are all the things to do in and around Edmonton this week!
Cheer on the Oilers at their home games against the Winnipeg Jets.
When: Wednesday, October 9th, 2024
Where: Rogers Place, Edmonton
Cost: $150+
Experience the solo career of former Backstreet Boys member Nick Carter as he brings his Who I Am Tour to Alberta.
When: Thursday, October 10th, 2024
Where: River Cree Resort & Casino, Enoch
Time: 8:00 PM
Cost: $74+
The beloved American rock band brings The Caves World Tour to Edmonton at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.
When: Friday, October 11th, 2024
Where: Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, Edmonton
Time: 7:30 PM
Cost: $61+
Presented by Theatre Calgary, this show is a classic tale that follows Blanche DuBois as she flees to her sister’s New Orleans home, only to face an unravelling thread of illusions and harsh truths. It opens at the Citadel Theatre this Saturday, with ticket prices varying by seat.
When: Now until Sunday, October 13th, 2024
Where: Citadel Theatre, 9828 101A Ave
Cost: Tickets vary by seat
How about a guided night of stargazing? Elk Island National Park is hosting an introductory stargazing program led by an expert park interpreter. Learn to use a star chart, navigate by constellations, and listen to rich cultural stories around a cozy campfire.
When: Until Saturday, October 19th, 2024
Where: Elk Island National Park, 54401 Range Rd 203, Fort Saskatchewan
Cost: Park admission $9+
You can’t have fall without a corn maze, and thankful this icon is back for the season! Head down and (literally) lose yourself in acres of corn. Don’t worry, they’ll find you… eventually.
When: Open until October 27th, 2024
Where: 26171 Secondary Hwy 627, Spruce Grove
Cost: $12+ for GA
Take a ghostly walk through Old Strathcona, and maybe even spot an apparition or two! The tour stops in front of the Strathcona Hotel, the Princess Theatre, the Strathcona High School and many other buildings, houses, and shops that have reported ghosts, hauntings, murders, and mysteries.
When: Throughout October
Where: Meet in front of Rescue Statue directly next to the Walterdale Theatre
Cost: $18+
An oldie but a goodie. Check out Pumpkins After Dark, a jaw-dropping display featuring over 10,000 hand-carved pumpkins, games, and sweet treats. This event transforms Borden Park every year – you should really think of making it a tradition!
When: Now until Thursday, October 31st, 2024
Where: 7727 Borden Park Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T5B 4W8
Cost: $27+
DARK is back for its 6th year! Head over to Fort Edmonton Park and experience their spookiest event. Visit a farm where a sinister deal harvests gruesome consequences. Or dare to discover what nightmares are made of when demons come knocking at three in the morning. Come for the scares and stay for the food and fun.
When: Friday, October 4th until Sunday, November 2nd, 2024
Where: Fort Edmonton Park – 7000 143 Street
Cost: $50+
A renowned Dubai dining experience is making its North American debut right here! Combining art with food, 7 Paintings is a highly-anticipated dining experience that will be here until December! 7 Paintings is a 2.5-hour sensory journey that brings the works of iconic artists like Michelangelo, Banksy, Picasso, Pollock, Warhol, Dali, and Van Gogh to life while you dine.
When: Now until December 2024
Where: HALO Bar | Bistro, 4236 36th E, Edmonton International Airport
Cost: Reserve online, cost varies by meal
Have a great week Edmonton!
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