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Hello weekend! We are inching closer towards daylight saving time, longer days, and the official start of spring! Until then, we get to enjoy a couple more cold week… But that’s okay, there are a lot of things going on in the city right now. So be sure to head out this weekend, and check out the best things to do in Edmonton!
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
Now past the halfway point of the season, we’re still into the season and cheering on the Oilers! Catch them in person and kick off your weekend!
When: Friday, March 3rd, 2023
Where: 10220 104 Avenue NW
Cost: Varies
GREATER MILL WOODS DINING WEEK
Head out and support local restaurants at the Greater Mill Woods Dining Week. Dishes are priced at $15 and you get a chance to win a $40 gift card!
When: Friday, March 3rd – Sunday, March 12th, 2023
Where: Various – check website
Cost: $15
SAINT-SAËNS’ ORGAN SYMPHONY: MAJESTY & POETRY
Immerse yourself in the sounds of the ESO this weekend, and get lost in the thrilling sounds of Organ Symphony of Saint-Saëns, which highlights the power of the Davis Concert Organ.
When: Friday, March 3rd to Sunday, March 5th, 2023
Where: Winspear Centre, 4 Sir Winston Churchill Sq
Cost: $32+
CATCH A FAMILY MOVIE FOR $2.99
Looking for fun Saturday morning activities this month? Cineplex Canada has brought back its Family Favourites deal, offering just $2.99 movie tickets. This weekend, you can catch Charlotte’s Web – 50th Anniversary.
When: Saturday, March 4th, 2023
Where: Cineplex near you
Cost: $2.99+ tax
UDesi is presenting ‘Malang’ – a glow-in-the-dark colour festival that is going to be the ultimate cultural and musical event of Spring 2023! Expect a “unique blend of South Asian flair, the colourful tapestry of holi festival, and a lit all-night dance party – a night, an experience to remember for years.”
When: Saturday, March 4th, 2023
Where: Edmonton EXPO Centre, 7515 118 Ave NW
Cost: $40.63+
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The Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA) is bringing the fun back with the hottest art party in the province, Refinery: Go for Gold on March 4. For one night only, we are painting the town gold and cheering on our champions.
When: Saturday, March 4th, 2023
Where: 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square
Cost: $45
NOSH’ Food Fest will feature 80 food and beverage producers from across Alberta. You can try something new – whether it is sweet, salty, savoury, saucy, spicy, vegan, or gluten free, there is something for everyone!
When: Saturday, March 4 and Sunday, March 5th, 2023
Where: 401 Festival Lane – Sherwood Park (Strathcona County Community Centre)
Cost: Free admission
Get ready to sing! This musical tale reveals the inspiring behind-the-music story of The Four Seasons, their rise to fame and the trials that could tear them apart.
When: On now until March 12th, 2023
Where: Citadel Theatre, 9828 101 A Avenue
Cost: $68+
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
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