20 Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend - April 10-12, 2026
From one-night-only dining experiences and live performances to themed brunches, theatre, and interactive shows, there’s something happening for every kind of vibe, this weekend in Edmonton.
Whether you’re planning a fun Friday night, a full Saturday of activities, or a laid-back (or lively) Sunday, this guide rounds up the best things to do in Edmonton this weekend—so you can spend less time planning and more time enjoying it.
Here are the best things to do in Edmonton this Weekend
Friday
Experience Handcrafted Magic on Stage
Step into Chris' intimate parlour setting, inspired by show rooms of the Victorian era and meticulously designed for an exclusive audience of 40 people. Every guest is guaranteed a front-row experience where unseen, world-class magic happens all around you.POP UP: Bistro Style Fried Chicken & Bubbles
A One-Night Celebration of Bistro-Style Fried Chicken & Bubbles. 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.Catch a live Jury Experience - On Stage
This is jury duty like you've never experienced before. Kicking off in 50+ cities worldwide — you can experience it for yourself in Edmonton at the Triffo or Westbury Theatre this spring. During this experience, you’ll decide the fate of the accused: guilty or not guilty? You’ll discover the facts, meet the witnesses and maybe - crack the case.Take an Italian-ish Cooking Class
Join Chef Owner Kathryn Joel for a Friday night cooking class celebrating the bold, comforting flavours of Italian-American cuisine. We’ll start with savoury stuffed mushrooms, then prepare Cioppino—a rich tomato-based seafood stew that originated in San Francisco in the late 1800s, created by Italian fishermen using the day’s catch.In My Own Key: An Evening with Jordan Ho
In My Own Key is a culmination of songs and stories tracing the coming-of-age of emerging Edmonton artist Jordon Ho. Through a vibrant collection of soulful selections, jazz standards, and Broadway favourites, Jordon and a group of talented young musicians revisit the music that shaped their artistic voice.Gogo’s Golden Egg Eggstravaganza
Get ready to crack open a night filled with fun, entertainment, and eggstraordinarysurprises. This exciting gala promises a memorable evening celebrating the spirit of spring, with a fun mix of glamour and quirky egg-inspired touches. With live Drag Performances, Concession & Bar, with plenty of surprises.Get that Slurpee, Girl and Bring Your Own Cup
On April 10 and 11, you can bring your own cup to 7-Eleven and get your own as-big-as-you-want-it as long as it’s under 26 cm slurpee. Bring your own cup for this ‘the weirder the better’ situation at your local slurpee shop. Hopefully, the weather gets warmer!
Saturday
Rat Academy at Roxy Theatre
Come along with Fingers and Shrimp, the last rats in Alberta, and learn how they survive in a world that hates them. Fingers, a curmudgeonly street rat, is completely alone. Or so he thinks, until he discovers Shrimp, an escaped happy-go-lucky lab rat. Eager to preserve his legacy, Fingers creates the Rat Academy to train Shrimp and the audience in the ways of the rodent. Inspired by Alberta’s 1950s anti-rat propaganda, this physical comedy duo will have you clutching your tail.On Stage: The Queen’s Last Night
The Queen’s Last Night is an improvised, interactive and scripted play that delves into the consequences of one character’s ongoing search for love in a world bent on exploiting them for its own search. A gay senior character’s truly unbelievable stories bring you into past and presents worlds where simply being may cost too much. You may not agree with everything that will be shared but you will recognize yourself in their struggles. This oeuvre contains adult language and speaks to drugs and alcohol, violence, sexual and otherwise.Last Day of the Bonfire Festival
Bonfire is Rapid Fire Theatre’s annual romp of new ideas in improv. Starring the members of the Rapid Fire Theatre ensemble, each show at Bonfire has been created by one of RFT’s own. Every show at Bonfire is a new idea that we’ve never tried before; it might work, it might not, but either way, it’ll be a joy to witness.Shop for Records at the Edmonton Records Spring Fair
The Edmonton Record Fair Spring 2026 edition takes place on April 113! The biggest vinyl event of the year featuring dozens of sellers, hundreds of buyers, thousands and thousands of records, CDs, tapes and music collectables to dig through and discover!
Sunday
Icons of Horror: A Drag Showcase
Do you like scary movies? Come celebrate some of your fave horror icons from films old and new in this bone-chilling drag showcase! What is more iconic than a little scare? From the monsters of old to the modern day horror frights, join us for an evening of drag that will leave you screaming for more and shipping Freddy with Jason (the original heated rivalry). Take your seats and prepare for an evening of thrills and chills as ten Edmonton drag artists take the stage as horror icons from their favourite scary movies.Brunch and Poolside Yoga at Halo’s High Flying Brunch
HALO’s High Flying Brunch is back—this time bringing you a sunlit poolside yoga session followed by a brunch experience worth floating over at the Renaissance Hotel. Flow into your day with Strength And Grace Yoga’s calming guidance, then raise a glass (and your vibes) with a mimosa in hand.Dirty Dancing - In Concert with a Live Band
Get ready for Dirty Dancing in Concert, the classic film’s first-ever live film-to-concert experience. Watch the digitally remastered hit on a full-size cinema screen while a live band and singers perform the movie’s iconic songs in real time. Immerse yourself in the timeless romance and relive one of the most unforgettable films of the past 35 years, now live on stage!
