Well, Edmonton, your Easter Long Weekend has arrived! With Good Friday being a stat holiday, there are things to enjoy from daytime Friday, all the way through Sunday. Whether it’s a concert you’re looking for, or the Easter bunny, here are 12 things to do in and around Edmonton this long weekend!
Get ready to rock! Rock Of Ages will be in Edmonton starting this week! 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: On now until Sunday, June 11th, 2023
Where: Mayfield Theatre
Cost: $95+
ADULTS-ONLY FUN AT THE REC ROOM
Like so many of you, we look forward to Sunday dinner with our family and friends, but let’s face it – when you’re a kid, Easter is way more fun. This Friday, hit the Rec Room for an adults-only Easter Egg hunt with over $500 in prizes, bubbly mimosas and a tasty brunch buffet.
When: Friday, April 7th, 2023
Where: 1725-99th Street NW, Edmonton
Time: 10 am
Cost: $40
We had a long, cold winter – but this Friday you can take a break from the cold. Ride some slides, hang out in the wave pool and grab a bite to eat at the World Waterpark – the ultimate Good Friday activity for you and your friends or family.
When: Open 10 am – 5 pm
Where: 8882 170 Street NW
Cost: $45+
Science rules! Especially when you get to check out some amazing family-friendly exhibitions, a movie inside the IMAX, or a little light show in the Zeidler Dome. This Friday, visit the Telus World of Science and enjoy Easter programming and tons of thrilling activities.
Where: 1211 142 St NW, Edmonton
Cost: $26+
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 (full musical line up below).
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+
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A concert to check out this weekend 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
Or perhaps some live ESO is more like it for the long weekend? Portraits of Home, a combination of dance and string chamber music, is a special project curated by Echo Chamber. Its description states that “it is intended to illuminate the inseparable relationship between music and the land on which it was conceived.”
When: Saturday, April 8th, 2023
Where: 4 Sir Winston Churchill Square
Cost: $52+
CATCH A FAMILY MOVIE FOR $2.99
Looking for a fun Saturday morning activities this weekend? Cineplex Canada has brought back its Family Favourites deal, offering just $2.99 movie tickets!
When: Saturday, April 8th, 2023
Where: Cineplex near you
Cost: $2.99+ tax
Looking for something fun to do with the family? Check out The Royal Alberta Museum and wander their many exhibits including Drive: Reimagining The Ride perfect for car lovers and adrenaline seekers.
Where: 9810 103A Avenue NW
Cost: $21
This is another one for the entire family! L2 Grill is hosting its annual Easter Brunch Extravaganza! Featuring a delectable feast, they will be serving up a full Sunday Brunch including a seafood bar, live action stations, cheese and cold cuts platters, Easter theme desserts and more! And the Easter Bunny will be making an appearance.
When: Sunday, April 9th, 2023
Where: West Edmonton Mall, 8882 170 St NW
Cost: $29+
The second annual Filipino Restaurant Month is back nationwide, and has got some Edmonton names joining in! Head to Cebuchon & BBQ, Filistix Downtown, Manila Grill Express – South Branch, and Max’s Restaurant to check it out!
When: On throughout April
Where: Locations around Edmonton
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 weekend, as it gears up for the summer season.
When: Sunday, April 9th, 2023
Where: 7000 143 Street NW
Cost: $65 for GA
Have a great long weekend!
