Happy new week, Edmonton! As we inch closer to the official start of summer, we still have a lot to enjoy in the city before the end of spring! That includes, two Oilers games this week, including a home game, along with festivals and an adult night at the zoo. Let’s dig into the best things to do in and around Edmonton this week.
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Edmonton Oilers: Stanley Cup Finals
Start off your week by watching game 2 of the Edmonton Oilers series against the Florida Panthers. As the team is away, you can catch it at the Oilers Road Game Watch Party or Fan Park on Monday. And later this week, on Thursday, the Oilers play their first home game against the Panthers, and you can still get tickets but it will cost you! Or you can head to the Fan Park for it as well.
When: Monday, June 10th and Thursday, June 13th, 2024
Where: Ice District/Rogers Place
Cost: Free- $1,334+
4 Course Beer Pairing Dinner: A World of Summer Beer
This Tuesday, you can check out this four-course food and beer pairing that will explore the wide range of flavours designed to be best enjoyed during a sunny day!
When: Tuesday, June 11th,2024
Where: Underground Tap & Grill, 10004 Jasper Avenue
Cost: $70.56
Sponsored Pick: Booster Juice
Check out Booster Juice to try their tasty, , refreshing Booster Mix’rs – and they’re perfect for summer! These iced beverages come in lots of flavours, with tea-based drinks like the Berry Teazer and Mango Teazer as well as oat-based drinks like the Oranges n Cream, Game, Set, Matcha, and Almighty Acai. Now imagine sipping those on a warm and sunny day…
When: This summer
Where: All Booster Juice locations
MIRAGE: Edmonton June 2024 Fashion Show
Love fashion? MIRAGE takes place this week, and it is a Runway Fashion Experience bringing together the work of five designers from Alberta. Expect a night of contemporary fashion, art and entertainment in the historic Pendennis in Edmonton!
When:Thursday, June 13th, 2024
Where: The historic Pendennis Building, 9660 Jasper Ave
Cost: $20-$50
Nick Lowe and Ron Sexsmith – The Great Indoors
For the first time in well over a decade songwriter/friends Nick Lowe and Ron Sexsmith will be hitting the road together again for a five city Canadian tour, including one stop at Festival Place this week. Each artist will be performing a solo set as well as teaming up on a few songs, according to organizers.
When:Thursday, June 13th, 2024
Where: Festival Place, 100 Festival Way, Sherwood Park
Cost: $49- $52
AfroMusicFest 2024
Afro Music Fest is an annual celebration of music, culture, and community in Edmonton, and it features a diverse lineup of artists performing traditional and contemporary music.
When: Friday, June 14th to Sunday, June 16, 2024
Where: Borden Park, Borden Park Road Northwest
Cost Free
Alt After Dark Pride Night Market
Celebrate Pride Month at this Night Market! There will be 35 local alternative vendors, artists and brewers.
When: Friday, June 14th, 2024
Where: Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd NW
Cost Free entry
Edmonton Elks
The CFL is back and so are the Edmonton Elks! Get ready to cheer on and catch some action at Commonwealth Stadium this week!
When: Friday, June 14th, 2024
Where: 11000 Stadium Rd.
Cost: $22+
GameCon Canada
Game Con Canada is a three-day gaming expo and attendees will have access to play hundreds of games from video game studios and board game developers from around the world.
When: Friday, June 14th to Sunday, June 16th, 2024
Where: Edmonton EXPO Centre, 7515 118 Ave NW
Cost: $15.50+
Zoobrew
An adults-only night at the zoo… with drinks to go with it! Enjoy local artists, sip some beer (or some wine, or whatever), and visit with the adorable residents.
When: Friday, June 14th, 2024
Where: 13315 Buena Vista Road
Cost: $30
Now Hear This Festival
Now Hear This is back this year, and you can expect a collection of events, including new classical music, multimedia performance art, free improvisation, electronic music, and more.
When: On now until Saturday, June 15th
Where: Various venues
Cost: $20+
Have a great week!
