Happy last days of February! And welcome to the start of March/the almost start of spring… almost. It’s a busy week in Edmonton, so get baking or head out to see some Oscar nominated films! Here are the best things to do in Edmonton this week.

VANCE JOY

Australian singer & songwriter Vance Joy is bringing his sweet tunes to Edmonton this week. His two shows will be at the Winspear Centre, and we expect these to be an epic way to end the month.

When: Monday, February 27th and Tuesday, February 28th, 2023
Where: Winspear Centre
Cost: $48+

THE GREAT CANADIAN BAKING SHOW EDMONTON OPEN CALL

Calling all bakers! Bring a signature baked item to The Great Canadian Baking Show’s OPEN CALL event in Edmonton. You could be chosen to bake in the tent this summer while meeting fellow bakers!

When: Wednesday, March 1st, 2023
Where: Holiday Inn Express Downtown Edmonton, 10010 104 St NW
Cost: Free

BRYCE VINE: SEROTONIN TOUR 2023

Rising artist Bryce Vine is bringing his electrifying energy and musical talent to Edmonton with his Serotonin Tour!

When: Wednesday, March 1st, 2023
Where: Midway, 6107 104 St NW
Cost: $38.65+

SKIRTSAFIRE

Here’s a pre-spring must-see festival. Returning to venues around Whyte Ave, this option combines a variety of art with live events like comedy shows, concerts, and more.

When: March 2nd to 12th, 2023
Where: Venues around Edmonton
Cost: Varies

EDMONTON OILERS

Now past the halfway point of the season, we’re still into the season and cheering on the Oilers! Catch a few games in town this week including one against the Leafs and another against the Jets.

When: Wednesday, March 1st, and Friday, March 3rd, 2023
Where: 10220 104 Avenue NW
Cost: Varies

METRO CINEMA

Slip into film buff mode and support a local business at the same time! Metro Cinema shows a wide range of options, from new blockbusters to cult classics from decades past and even some live events. This week, EIFF presents Oscar Nominated Shorts on Wednesday and Thursday.

When: Showtimes throughout March
Where: 8712 109 Street
Cost: $14+

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OLD DOMINION: NO BAD VIBES TOUR

It’s time to experience the unforgettable sounds of Old Dominion at Rogers Place, featuring Whiskey Jam favourites – Frank Ray, Steve Lee Olsen and Shawn Austin!

When: Thursday, March 2nd, 2023
Where: Rogers Place
Cost: $77+

WINTER WARMUP ON 104

This event was initially scheduled for February, and is now in March! Warm up at this free experience featuring hot drinks, firepits, games, music, and a special guest appearance from #brysonthebison! While the event brings ubran development professionals together, everyone is welcome and it is open to public.

When: Thursday, March 2nd, 2023
Where: Michael Phair Park, 10124 104 St NW
Cost: Free

SING! EDMONTON

SING! Edmonton is an A Cappella Festival, and it brings together local groups from the Edmonton area. New for this year, internationally renowned a cappella group, The Real Group, will be attending!

When: Friday, March 3rd to Sunday, March 5th, 2023
Where:  Polish Hall (SUN) (10960 104 St NW, Edmonton) | River West Church (FRI/SAT) 19815 45th Avenue Northwest Edmonton
Cost: $86.53

Know Thyself as a Virtual Reality is an exhibition of seven new virtual reality (VR) artworks as part of multimedia installations at FAB Gallery. All of the VR artworks in the exhibition have been made using personal data such as medical, biometric, and social media data.

When: On now until March 18th, 2023
Where: FAB Gallery Both Floors
Cost: Free