Summer Block Party Series

Summer vibes are back on Rice Howard Way!

On select Saturdays from 3 PM to 8 PM, the street shuts down to cars and turns into one giant patio. (The August 17 Block Party is 10 AM – 3 PM)

Each Block Party is kid- & dog-friendly and will include activities like face painting, live entertainment and bands. And it’s all FREE.

Grab some food and drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) from a participating business, sip and snack as you stroll, and soak up the atmosphere — just remember, no outside alcoholic drinks are allowed and smoking isn’t permitted on the block. Last call for beverages is 7 PM!

Check out what’s happening this summer on Rice Howard Way

Jun 7

Block Party Series | Celebrate Pride

Jul 19

Block Party Series | Great Outdoors Comedy Fest

Aug 17

Block Party Series | Edmonton Marathon Afterparty

What to expect at the 2025 Summer Block Party Series

Where to get a drink

Bar Trove (10126 100 Street)
Bianco (10020 101A Avenue)
CRAFT Beer Market (10013 101A Avenue)
Often Restaurant + Bar (10009 101A Avenue)
Sherlock Holmes (10012 101A Avenue)
Sorrentino’s (10162 100 Street)
Woodwork (10132 100 Street)

Open until 3 PM (for Aug. 17 Block Party)
OEB (10174 Howard Street)
Rosewood Foods (10150 100 Street)

Kid-Approved Eats

There are plenty of delicious and accessible eats for the whole family. You can order for takeout and bring it out on the street.
A&G Burger (10127 100A Street)
Aroma Cafe & Bar (10119 Rice Howard Way)
CRAFT Beer Market (10013 101A Avenue)
Great Canadian Pizza (10135 100A Street)
Sherlock Holmes (10012 101A Avenue)
Subway (10036 Jasper Avenue)

Block Party Basics

— The Rice Howard Way Entertainment District is a smoke-free zone—please step outside the area to enjoy a smoke.
— Order your drink or food to go from a participating business and enjoy it on the street. Alcoholic beverages must be in block party–approved cups.
— Outside alcohol isn’t permitted, and alcoholic drinks must stay within the district boundaries.

Getting there

All Edmonton LRT lines have nearby stops, with Central Station being just steps from Rice Howard Way. The area is also well-connected by bike lanes, and you’ll find bike racks conveniently located along the street. Buses stop on Jasper Avenue and nearby cross streets like 100, 101, and 103 Streets.

Parking: There are multiple public and private parking lots around Rice Howard Way—prices and availability may vary by location. Street parking is also available, starting at just $1 per hour in some areas.