Events

Come vibe with DJ Jex Opolis, grab a chef-crafted taco and relax on Red Star’s plant-filled patio. Immerse yourself in the dance floor garden oasis. Don’t worry, their cocktail menu is stacked. Come early, stay late, and enjoy a full day of great music, dancing, food and good vibrations!

Tate McRae plays Rogers Place with special guest Zara Larsson.

Experience the vibrant spirit of the Caribbean at Cariwest, Western Canada’s largest Caribbean arts festival, happening August 8–10, 2025, in downtown Edmonton. Hosted by the Western Carnival Development Association (WCDA), this three-day celebration brings the energy, colour, and rhythms of the Caribbean to life through music, masquerade, dance, and delicious food. Since 1984, Cariwest has…

Animethon is one of Canada’s largest anime conventions, celebrating anime, manga, gaming, and East Asian culture. Enjoy a packed weekend of: — Cosplay contests — Voice actor panels — Artist alley shopping — Gaming zones and more It’s a vibrant gathering spot for fans of all ages to connect, express themselves, and dive into their…

Punk-rock pioneer Laura Jane Grace is bringing her solo band to the Starlite Room on Friday, August 8. From her work fronting Against Me! to her acclaimed solo career, Grace’s music offers raw honesty and powerful storytelling, pushing boundaries both personally and politically. Joining her are Trapper Schoepp and Team Nonexistent, opening the show with…

Join the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation (EOCF) for the inaugural Every Kid Deserves a Shot Community Day—a free, family-friendly afternoon filled with fun activities and the spirit of sport. Taking place in Fan Park at ICE District, the event brings together kids, families, and partners to celebrate community, connection, and opportunity through sport. Special guests…

Suit up, pilots — Operation MECHA//CORE is live. 🚀The official Animethon after party takes over Double Dragon for one final blast of cosplay, beats, and beam rifle energy. This isn’t just a party — it’s your last mission of the weekend. 🎧 What’s in the Space Field: Live Anime & J-pop DJ sets all night…

Afro Music Fest is one of Western Canada’s fastest-growing celebrations of Afro-Caribbean music, culture and community—and it’s coming downtown! Presented by Connect Nation, this festival brings international headliners, emerging local artists and vibrant cultural programming to the city’s core. Festivalgoers can expect live music, cultural dance showcases, youth performances, workshops, food and artisan vendors, and…

The 2025 Edmonton Dragon Festival fills the downtown and river valley with a week of high-energy performances, cultural celebrations and family-friendly fun. Here’s what to check out:• Aug 16 & 17 – Dragon Boat Races return to Louise McKinney Park, with teams from across Canada competing along the North Saskatchewan River• Aug 18–23 – Lion…

Join the ultimate fan party under the stars as Edmonton once again hosts Swifties Under the Sky—an all-ages outdoor event packed with Taylor-inspired fun. Dance and sing your heart out to iconic hits spun by special guest DJs, show off your Eras-inspired outfit, and immerse yourself in an unforgettable night of music, lights, and surprises…

Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the fabulous pre-movie entertainment before taking in the blockbuster hit that will be playing on a huge screen.