20 Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend - June 12-14, 2026

Here are the best things to do in Edmonton this Weekend

Friday

• Wine & Chocolate Experience at Delavoye
  Explore five pairings during this 90-minute event. Throughout the evening, our passionate chocolate maker - Antoine Lavoie - will guide you through our selected chocolate-wine flight whilst giving insights on both products, including how chocolate is made. Enjoy a welcome pour upon arrival, and snack on cheese and charcuterie alongside pairings.

• On Stage: Into the Woods
  Step into a magical world where fairy tales collide. Into the Woods weaves together the stories of Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack, and a Baker and his Wife on a quest to break a mysterious curse. As wishes come true, the characters discover that happily ever after isn’t always what it seems.

• Eco Dance Party at Earth’s Refillery Co-op
  Like mocktails and good music? Earth’s Refillery is throwing a summer dance party in the piazza outside our cooperative. The theme? Eco Hobbies! We encourage you to dress up based on your favorite eco hobby.

• Tasty Truck Food Festival in Fan Park
  Featuring more than 20 food vendors and food trucks serving a wide variety of cultural cuisines, sweet treats, and festival favourites, there's something to satisfy every craving.

• Chris Gowen’s Handracted Magic Show
  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.

• Rachmaninoff on the Rocks
  Hear Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, a set of 24 variations that is bursting with energy and passion, performed by Harmony Zhu in her ESO debut.

• Celebrate Black Trans With a Dinner Retreat
  This is an evening to slow down, connect and be nourished for Black Trans and or non-binary person living in Edmonton Alberta.
  

Saturday

• Film Premiere: Slip
  Join Writer/Director Spencer Richard, Executive Producer Todd Chamberlain, and the cast/crew of "Slip" at its Official Premiere at The Capitol Theatre in Edmonton! There will be a world premiere of the film project as well as the world premiere of his short film, "Cheating Death". It will be an evening of independent cinema and celebration.

• We’re Going to the Cottage: Pride Night!
  Celebrate Pride with an unforgettable night out at We’re Going to the Cottage: Pride Night! on June 13! Gather with friends, meet new faces, and enjoy an evening filled with music, laughter, and Pride spirit in a fun, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re coming to dance, connect, or simply soak in the good vibes, this event is all about celebrating community, authenticity, and joy. Come dressed to express yourself and get ready for a night of Pride, connection, and celebration you won’t want to miss.

• Fruit Loop Pride Dance Party
  Fruit Loop has lots of things in store for Pride this season, including their signature Dance Party at the Starlite Room on June 13. It’s an all night party!

• Shop Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market
  As part of the vibrant community of Old Strathcona and Whyte Avenue, we’re proud to be a top destination and favourite thing to do on the weekends for locals and visitors alike, all year round. Walk the historic market rows and find 100% local and Canadian products from our hundreds of vendors that make, bake, and grow everything they sell.

• Mindflip: Live in Edmonton
  Known for his Gold-certified single "Run My Shit" and fan favorites like "My Fate" and "Fly," his versatility also shines on Canadian Top 40 hits "Exquisite" and "Never Let You Down," produced by JUNO Award-winning Soké of Banx & Ran. As a natural performer, Mindflip has graced major festival stages, including Osheaga, Metro Metro, and Carnaval de Québec. He has also opened as direct support for artists such as Flo Rida, Method Man & Redman, Sean Paul, Loud, and FouKi.

• Now Hear this Music Festival
  Bringing the festival to spectacular close, New Music Edmonton is honoured to present our guests from Vancouver, Standing Wave, in an exhilarating program of new work that will take you to some very unexpected places. There are only a handful of Canadian ensembles comparable to Standing Wave: now in their fourth decade, the group has, since its inception, commissioned and performed dozens of new works by Canadian composers.

• Run in the Mega Bounce Run
  Ready for a workout that doesn't actually feel like a workout? Join us at the Mega Bounce Run Edmonton for a day of pure, inflatable fun. This is a 5K-ish course packed with giant inflatable obstacles, endless laughs, epic wipeouts, and teamwork. Plus, there’s a shiny custom Finisher Medal waiting for you at the end.

• Take a Curiosity Walking Tour
  Step into Edmonton’s stories, taking a stroll through our ECAMP Curiosity Tours. Children of the Flats - From Forts to floods, learn how the Rossdale neighbourhood changed through the lives of two kids who grew up there: Donny and Dolly Ross.

• Rubiks Cubed 80s Summer Dance Party
  Step into a time machine and hit the dance floor with Rubix Cubed, the Canadas ultimate 80s party band bringing the biggest hits of the decade back to life. From synth pop anthems and new wave classics to rock hits and guilty pleasures, Rubix Cubed delivers a high energy show packed with nonstop nostalgia.

Sunday

• Food for Thought: Culinary Book Club
  The June theme will be books by non-human perspectives/narrators. Come ready to talk about a book of your choice! We have provided some suggestions below. All titles are available to borrow from the Library. To accompany our book talks we will be making and eating Hedgehog shaped cheese dip & crackers.

• Take a Masterclass Series of the Alberta Table at JW Marriott
  The experience continues with the development of a complete plate, featuring thoughtfully prepared accompaniments including Little Potato Company potatoes and seasonal root vegetables, alongside a chef-guided sauce component that brings balance and cohesion to the dish.

• Sunday Night Sunset Yoga Sunset Sessions
  Unwind your weekend and reset for the week ahead with our Sunday Night Sunset Yoga this Summer in Edmonton. Join us for a peaceful outdoor flow as the sun dips below the horizon, creating the perfect backdrop for movement, breath, and connection.

• Pathways mêskanâs: Celebrating Indigenous Culture
  Celebrate Indigenous culture with art, fashion, music, dance, traditional foods, crafting activities, and a vibrant vendor market. Be part of a meaningful ceremony introducing a new tipi to the Indigenous Peoples Garden at the stunning University of Alberta Botanic Garden.

• Queer as Fach: Friends of Dorothy take back the Operatic Stage
  Experience an evening at Arcadia Brewing where opera meets queer celebration at Queer as Fach: Friends of Dorothy Take Back the Operatic Stage!