Downtown Live
Presented by the Downtown Business Association, Downtown Live is a summer series of live performances at various venues across Downtown. From August 4 to September 30, catch one of 40+ micro-events, whether it’s an indie singer on a restaurant patio, an opera performance overlooking the river valley or an Indigenous singer in a Downtown park. It’s an unforgettable summer of music, theatre, dance and the performing arts in unique Downtown locations.
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Schedule of artists and participating businesses
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August 1 Matthew Cardinal, The Citadel Theatre Road Shows, Maddie Storvold, 100 Mile House at Michael Phair Park. 11:15 am - 3:30 pm |
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August 2 Aladean Kheroufi (DJ) at Rocky Mountain Ice House patio. 4:30 pm |
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August 5 Derina Harvey at Cask & Barrel patio. 7 pm |
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August 7 Josh Sahunta at The Art Gallery of Alberta south patio. 4 pm |
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August 8 Cristian de La Luna at Downtown Edmonton Farmers Market 103 Avenue. 12 pm |
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August 9 Lady Vishus at Central Social Hall (Downtown) patio. 8 pm |
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August 12 St. Arnaud at The Parlour Italian Kitchen & Bar patio. 7 pm |
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August 15 Arlo Maverick AlFresco on Fourth Michael Phair Park. 2 pm |
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August 20 Mercury Opera at The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald patio. 6 pm |
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August 22 Lucette AlFresco on Fourth Michael Phair Park. 2 pm |
We’ll announce new shows weekly so check back regularly or sign up for our newsletter to receive regular updates.
* All businesses hosting an event are expected to comply with all applicable laws, permits and Alberta Health Services COVID-19 requirements.
I’m a Downtown business owner. How do I request an artist to play at my business?
It’s easy! All you have do is thoroughly read and fill out the Downtown Application Form and we’ll match you with a Downtown Live artist. The DBA will issue up to $750 to cover the performers fee and audio expenses, if needed. The DBA will also help promote and provide promotional support to your hosted event.
If you’re a performance artist who’s interesting in participating in an event as part of Downtown Live, please fill out our Artist Application Form here.