Aug. 10, 2026


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Alberta on the Plate

Alberta on the Plate

Aug. 7 to Aug. 16

Alberta on the Plate showcases the incredible bounty that is grown and produced across our beautiful province.

Summer Reading Fest - Game On! Video Game Tournament
Aug. 10

Summer Reading Fest - Game On! Video Game Tournament

Monday, Aug. 10

Starts at 10:30am

Edmonton Public Library (Highlands)

Step up to the controller and join the action in this friendly video game tournament! Compete, cheer each other on, and see who comes out on top.

Summer Reading Fest - Under the Sea
Aug. 10

Summer Reading Fest - Under the Sea

Monday, Aug. 10

Starts at 10:30am

Edmonton Public Library (Whitemud Crossing)

Dive into ocean fun! Little explorers will enjoy stories about ocean creatures and make some ocean-inspired art! (For preschoolers)

Summer Reading Fest - Mermaid Dance Party!
Aug. 10

Summer Reading Fest - Mermaid Dance Party!

Monday, Aug. 10

Starts at 11:00am

Edmonton Public Library (Riverbend)

Bubbles and seashells and mermaids galore! With these magical creatures we’ll craft, dance, and explore! (For preschoolers)

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Partial solar eclipse
Aug. 12

Partial solar eclipse

Wednesday, Aug. 12

Starts at 9:30am

TELUS World of Science - Edmonton

The RASC Observatory is an incredible way to view the stars and planets! It is located in Coronation Park, just southeast of the science centre.

Edmonton Pit Tour x Taproot Edmonton
Aug. 12

Edmonton Pit Tour x Taproot Edmonton

Wednesday, Aug. 12

Starts at 5:30pm

St. Joseph's Basilica

Come celebrate some of our city's greatest pits with a tour led by Stephanie Swensrude of Taproot Edmonton, followed by a panel discussion!

Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival

Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival

Aug. 13 to Aug. 23

Fringe Theatre Arts Barns

The Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival spotlights 210+ theatre productions across 35+ venues, with performances by more than 1,600 Artists ...

Feast on the Field
Aug. 19

Feast on the Field

Wednesday, Aug. 19

Starts at 5:00pm

Commonwealth Stadium

Step into a night of community, celebration, and creativity at Feast on the Field, CapitalCare Foundation’s outdoor dining experience that fuses great ...

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Beverly Towne Farmers’ Market
Aug. 11

Beverly Towne Farmers’ Market

Tuesday, Aug. 11

Starts at 3:00pm

Riverview Crossing Mall

You are invited to experience the taste of the farm and over fresh.

Emerging Health Leaders Summer Connect: A Networking & Mentorship Social
Aug. 12

Emerging Health Leaders Summer Connect: A Networking & Mentorship Social

Wednesday, Aug. 12

Starts at 4:30pm

Irrational Brewing Company

Connect with Edmonton’s emerging health leaders at a relaxed summer evening of networking, mentorship and community.

Navigating the Emotional Weight of Leadership
Aug. 12

Navigating the Emotional Weight of Leadership

Wednesday, Aug. 12

Starts at 12:00pm

Online

A workshop for leaders carrying too much. Learn why leadership feels so heavy right now, and build a plan to help you manage it all.

Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival

Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival

Aug. 13 to Aug. 23

Fringe Theatre Arts Barns

The Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival spotlights 210+ theatre productions across 35+ venues, with performances by more than 1,600 Artists ...

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ECAMP Curiosity Walking Tours

ECAMP Curiosity Walking Tours

July 9 to Sept. 18

ArtsHub Ortona

From Forts to floods, learn how the Rossdale neighbourhood changed through the lives of two kids who grew up there: Donny and Dolly Ross.

Par-Tee
Aug. 14

Par-Tee

Friday, Aug. 14

Starts at 6:00pm

Victoria Golf Course

Kick of the 2026 CPKC Women’s Open with a Par–Tee

Friday Nights at the Grand Night Market
Aug. 14

Friday Nights at the Grand Night Market

Friday, Aug. 14

Starts at 5:00pm

Chrysalis

An unforgettable evening of food, music, and local makers!

KidsFringe

KidsFringe

Aug. 14 to Aug. 23

Light Horse Park

A space for our littlest Fringers!

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