20 Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend - June 20-22

This weekend, Bountiful Farmer’s Market is celebrating their sixth birthday - and you guessed it - there’s cake! Shop 115+ different vendors with more than 80% are local artisans that make, bake and grow their products themselves.

Here are the best things to do in Edmonton this Weekend

Kick off the weekend on Thursday with A Taste of Thailand Cooking Class. Join Kathryn Joel for an evening of Thai Classics. Learn to cook up a feast of Thai specialties, starting with Thai Fish Cakes, served with a quick pickle and sweet chili dipping sauce. Followed by Pad Thai with Shrimp then a flavourful and aromatic Red Thai Chicken Curry. Kathryn will guide you in making your own Thai curry paste from scratch, empowering you to recreate her delicious recipes in your own kitchen. Throughout the class, you'll discover where to shop and how to use essential Thai ingredients.

Want to learn something new? Take in the film screening for shared water, shared crisis. Our understanding of orcas is dependent on the ability to collect information on them in their natural conditions. Join us for film screening of Shared Waters, Shared Crisis and hear from David Dick from QENTOL, YEN / W̱SÁNEĆ Marine Guardians Program whose work is featured in the film.

Dolly’s is hosting Night of 1,000 Dollies, tickets are on sale here. Night of 1000 Dollies -The night that was destined to happen! Night of 1000 Dollies brings all the country glamour of Dolly Parton to Dolly's Cocktail Bar! With two seatings on June 18 and 19 there are so many ways to catch this drag and burlesque cabaret.

Friday

• Catch the Stand Up Show at Grindstone Theatre | $25
  The Stand Up Show brings Canada's top comics to the fabulous Grindstone Theatre every Friday night. New line ups every week, featuring comics as seen on Just For Laughs, CBC, CTV and nationally acclaimed comedy festivals.

• Bountiful Market’s Sixth Birthday Party | Free - $$
  Celebrate the sixth birthday a Bountiful Farmer’s Market! Stop by for free cake, free balloons and free activity buskers all three days of the market this weekend in Edmonton. With more than 115 vendors, that grow, bake and make the products themselves - you’re sure to find something delicious.

• Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs |
  Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs and Live Nation Concerts are coming to Midway Music Hall.

Saturday

• Live it up at the Edmonton International Jazz Festival | Free to $
  Edmonton International Jazz Festival runs for nine days of live performances from Saturday June 21 until Sunday June 29 in some of the finest music venues throughout Edmonton.

• Zoobrew at Edmonton Valley Zoo | $35
  The Ark Project invites you to join us on one of our three Zoobrew dates and wander the Zoo with a drink in hand at this twilight event. Witness the Edmonton Valley Zoo transform into a peaceful escape on a summer night, perfect for beer and animal lovers, a night out with friends, or a fun date night with your significant otter!

• Meet & Sketch at The Zoo | $
  Our June 21st sketch meet will be at the Edmonton Valley Zoo (13315 Buena Vista Road) and we will begin with a special treat. Edmonton artist Misty Ring is the Zoo’s resident artist for 2025. Her project is titled “Painting for Conservation” and throughout the year she is creating a series of life-sized paintings of Canadian wildlife with a focus on Alberta species. We will have a chance to see what Misty has been painting and she will give us a short talk to explain this unique art and conservation project

• Hit the Chinatown After Dark Night Market | Free
  This is our version of a Chinatown Night Market where we transform our back alleys into our patio and play space, bringing in seating, entertainment, activities and good vibes while allowing patrons to buy food tickets and curate their dinner spread from over 20 Chinatown restaurants. Imagine Taste of Edmonton but in Chinatown!

• HIIT Summer Nights Saturday Sessions | $14
  Join us for HIIT Summer Nights. This is a fourteen week sesh where you can HIIT it in the park with an energized, fun and engaging movement class with your pals - every Saturday at one of our favourite outdoor spots in Edmonton. From rooftops to patios, to green spaces and lookout points - we’ll mix it up with a new experience every week.

• Blatchford Summer Block Party | Free
  Visit this leading-edge, planet-friendly central neighbourhood, tour its beautiful green-built show homes, talk to builders and enjoy food trucks, free ice cream, live music and family friendly activities.

• EPIC Drag Brunch | $43
  Celebrate Pride with a dazzling Drag Brunch featuring Edmonton's most fabulous drag royalty! Join us at Epic Market for a morning filled with laughter, delicious food, and unforgettable performances. Watch as our queens and kings take over the kitchen, creating culinary magic right before your eyes. This is more than just brunch; it's a celebration of pride, love, and fabulousness!

Sunday

• Catch Sunday Sunset Yoga Class Sessions | $14
  Join Edmonton.events for a rejuvenating Sunset Sunday Outdoor Yoga class set in the heart of the breathtaking river valley. Surrounded by nature’s calm and the gentle flow of the river, this outdoor session is the perfect way to unwind, recharge, and connect—body, mind, and soul.

• Brunch at Edmonton Valley Zoo
  Join us every Sunday this summer for the first-ever Wild About Brunch! They’re serving up a buffet-style brunch at the Edmonton Valley Zoo—and it’s your chance to start a delicious new tradition! Enjoy brunch favourites like Eggs Benny, bacon, fresh fruit, pastries and more. Then spend the day exploring the zoo—additional purchase of admission required

  Find the best things to do every day in Edmonton on the Edmonton.events calendar, here.