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Upcoming Events
Mar 18
Little DON’YA Grand Re-Opening & Open House
March 18, 2026 | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm | Little DON’YA Ukraine’s Kitchen
Join Little DON’YA for their official Grand Re-Opening on Jasper Avenue! This open house celebration marks an exciting new chapter for the shop as they unveil their refreshed space and a series of innovative community projects. The day features a prestigious formal program and the launch of a very special collaboration that bridges cultures through…
Mar 19
Drop-in Sketching: Bones
March 19, 2026 | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Royal Alberta Museum
Level up your anatomical drawing skills at this month’s Drop-in Sketching session. To celebrate the opening of the new exhibition, Death: Life’s Greatest Mystery, the museum is pulling a variety of animal skeletons out of the vaults for a one-of-a-kind still-life setup. This self-directed session is open to all ages and skill levels. Whether you…
Mar 21
The Titans of Tenor Vol. I
March 21, 2026 | 7:30 pm | Muttart Theatre, Stanley A. Milner Library
The tenor saxophone has long been the quintessential symbol of jazz and the most important solo voice in the big band setting. Come hear the compositions of some of jazz history’s most important tenor saxophone players including Joe Henderson, Michael Brecker, Stn Getz, John Coltrane, Lester Young, Ben Webster and some of Edmonton’s best! (You…
Mar 21
March Equinox Illumination
March 21, 2026 | 5:00 pm | CO*LAB
Join CO*LAB for their 10 year anniversary of GLOW, now named MARCH! For one night only, the streets of downtown Edmonton will light up with lovingly crafted and stunningly beautiful lantern creatures! After the parade, catch a full night of performances. Parade night kicks off with a free mini lantern-making workshop from 5PM – 7:30PM,…
Mar 21
ArtBus 2026
March 21, 2026 | 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Starts at Allard Hall & loops thru downtown
Discover the creative side of the core! ArtBus is a free, all-ages event that connects riders to nine premier galleries and artist-run centres via specially chartered ETS buses. On March 21, you can hop on at any designated Art Stop to experience local art, participate in hands-on activities, and shop downtown. Organized by the Mitchell…
Mar 26
Museum Skills: Preserving Your Paper Memorabilia
March 26, 2026 | 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm | Royal Alberta Museum
Our personal histories are often held within the pages of old scrapbooks, delicate letters, and cherished photographs. To ensure these memories survive for generations to come, the Royal Alberta Museum is teaming up with the Provincial Archives of Alberta (PAA) for a special hands-on preservation workshop. This session provides a professional introduction to “best practices”…
Mar 27 – Apr 3
Death: Life’s Greatest Mystery
March 27, 2026 – April 3, 2026 | | Royal Alberta Museum
Death is the greatest mystery of all, yet it is a subject we often push aside. Originally from the Field Museum in Chicago, this immersive exhibition invites you to explore how various cultures commemorate life and how nature turns death into a new beginning. Through over 100 artifacts, specimens, and interactive media, you will discover…
Mar 28
ALIAS Presents: BRANDON (Canada Debut)
March 28, 2026 | 10:00 pm – 2:00 am | Double Dragon
The ALIAS Group is proud to bring German DJ and producer BRANDON to Edmonton for his highly anticipated Canadian debut. With two #1 hits on Beatport and over 25 million Spotify streams, BRANDON has earned global acclaim and the support of industry icons like Tiësto and Dom Dolla. This special event at Double Dragon showcases…
Mar 28
Journée FrancoFun Day
March 28, 2026 | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm | Royal Alberta Museum
Joignez-vous à nous pout notre toute première Journée FrancoFun au RAM, le 28 mars, de 10 h à 16 h ! Laissez-vous transporter par les histoires de Roger Dallaire, et explorez nos programmes disponibles dans le musée pour découvrir les histoires et les réalités des communautés francophones vivant en Alberta. Get your French on during…
Apr 4
Casey and Diana
April 4, 2026 | 7:30 pm | Citadel Theatre
Opening night of Casey and Diana is April 4, 2026, beginning its run through April 26, 2026 at the Citadel. Set in 1991 at Toronto’s Casey House during the AIDS crisis, the play follows residents and staff as they prepare for Princess Diana’s visit. Balancing humour and heartbreak, it explores fears, dreams, and the search…
Apr 10
Poulet & Cuvée at The Marc
April 10, 2026 | 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm | The Marc
Join The Marc for a one-night dinner feature celebrating two of life’s greatest pleasures: bistro-style fried chicken & bubbles. For this special evening, they are serving golden, crispy poulet alongside Champagne and Crémant, offered at feature pricing by the glass and bottle—the perfect pairing in true French bistro fashion. The Menu Le Poulet Frit is…

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