Events

What’s more Edmonton than sipping a cask ale on a streetcar, high above the river valley, while the sun sets over the city? Back for its 9th year, The Common’s iconic streetcar series returns for the 2025 season—running May through June. Each ride features a new Alberta brewery, scenic views from the High Level Bridge,…

Tasty Truck returns to the heart of downtown June 13 and 14, bringing dozens of food trucks to the ICE District Fan Park for a delicious two-day festival. Enjoy a wide variety of cultural cuisines, hometown favourites, live music, and fully licensed event grounds. This free, all-ages event runs rain or shine, with a 32,000…

Celebrate Father’s Day with a grand brunch experience at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, hosted in the historic Empire Ballroom. Enjoy an unforgettable buffet featuring chef-attended stations, fresh seafood displays, sweet and savoury indulgences, and a slow-roasted steamship beef round carved to order. Every dish is crafted with care and locally sourced ingredients, with a sustainability-focused menu…

What’s more Edmonton than sipping a cask ale on a streetcar, high above the river valley, while the sun sets over the city? Back for its 9th year, The Common’s iconic streetcar series returns for the 2025 season—running May through June. Each ride features a new Alberta brewery, scenic views from the High Level Bridge,…

Explore downtown through the lens of labour history with this guided walking tour organized by ECAMP (Edmonton City as Museum Project). Hear stories of the people who built the city, from Indigenous labour in the pemmican industry to garment workers, immigrant builders, and the spirited 1947 Chocolate Bar Strike. Along the way, you’ll get to…

Collider Festival returns to the Citadel Theatre from June 20 to 22, spotlighting the future of theatre with a weekend of play readings, artist mixers, and creative workshops. The festival features a mix of local talent and guest artists from across Canada, all focused on bringing new stories to life. Play readings are free and…

Celebrate the longest day of the year at Audreys Books, a downtown landmark for more than 50 years. On Friday, June 20, they’ll be open late—really late—with games, author karaoke, food trucks like Drift and gelato from La Carraia, and performances by local artists. The fun kicks off at 4 PM and goes all the…

A 10-piece soul, rhythm and blues ensemble, The Get Downs bring a one-of-a-kind show to any event. The DBBB Teamed up with this powerhouse ensemble in the big band’s 2nd season to a packed house! Now, due to demand, the Get Downs are back! The tight knit vocal harmonies, high energy entertainment, and vintage beats…

The Edmonton International Jazz Festival brings the city to life with a dynamic mix of international headliners, national artists, and homegrown talent. Enjoy an eclectic lineup of performances in iconic downtown venues including the JazzClub and Bellamy’s Lounge at the Chateau Lacombe, the Winspear Centre, and the Starlite Room — with additional events taking place…

Canadian icons Burton Cummings and Tom Cochrane come together for a landmark evening of live music in Fan Park @ ICE District on Saturday, June 21. Doors open at 5 PM and fans are welcome to bring their own chairs for a more comfortable experience. From Cummings’ legendary work with The Guess Who to Cochrane’s…

UNCEDED: Voices of the Land is a multimedia experience exploring the vision, works & resilience of 18 Indigenous architects. It is a powerful vision of an invigorating and peaceful co-existence — a journey from disruption to healing and strength. Read more about the experience in our article. You can visit NOW until June 21. Hours General Public…

The Works Art & Design Festival transforms downtown Edmonton with visual art, interactive exhibits, and creative experiences in indoor and outdoor spaces throughout the core. Explore free installations and pop-ups, hands-on workshops for all ages, artist-led tours, and vibrant exhibits that celebrate our connection to nature. See work from local and national artists, catch live…