20 Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend - June 5-7, 2026

Looking for something fun to do in Edmonton this weekend? You’re in the right place. Whether you’re in the mood for live music, theatre, food, or community vibes, there’s a little bit of everything happening across the city. From lively Friday night shows to packed Saturday festivals and a laid-back Sunday market stroll, here are some of the best ways to make the most of your weekend.

Here are the best things to do in Edmonton this Weekend

Friday

• Get a FREE Krispy Kreme Doughnut
  Visit South Edmonton to grab yourself a Krispy Kreme doughnut on the cheap on Friday to celebrate National Doughnut Day! No purchase required, just pop in and get your video.

• Catch Carolyn Dawn Johnson on Stage
  The life and career of hit singer-songwriter Carolyn Dawn Johnson has been a steady climb to the top, as she remains a staple in the country music industry nearly 20 years after setting out to pursue her dreams in Nashville. Johnson scored her first chart-topping hit as a songwriter when Chely Wright took “Single White Female” all the way to No. 1.

• On Stage: Fully Committed
  This devastatingly funny one-act follows a day in the life of Sam Peliczowski, an out-of-work actor who mans the red-hot reservation line at Manhattan’s number-one restaurant. Coercion, threats, bribes, histrionics – he hears it all! A cast of desperate callers will stop at nothing in their quest to land a prime reservation or the right table. Amid the barrage, Sam also juggles calls about his own life and career.

• St. Arnaud Live at 9910
  St.Arnaud is the music of Ian (St.Arnaud), a project that balances buoyant, wry storytelling with roots and early indie influences, all wrapped in lively, danceable arrangements. Often described as “the goofy side of self-serious indie rock.”

• Shamble Pre Party Dance Party at Double Dragon
  Calling all Edmonton Farmily Who’s ready for a night of connection and bass-driven bliss? Dress up, show up, and let’s get wild together before we hit the farm.

• Pay What You Can Cocktail Cabaret
  Unwind in style with an intimate evening of jazz-infused musical theatre and cabaret favourites. The Cocktail Cabaret blends smooth vocals, and a relaxed lounge atmosphere – perfect for easing into your summer night.

• Experience Local Arts at Collider Festival
  Collider is the Citadel’s New Play Development Festival that celebrates and helps bring to life new stories and scripts for larger stages showcasing a mix of local artists and artists from across the country and beyond.

Saturday

• Fruit Loop Pride Party at Grindstone
  Experience a take over 81st Avenue in front of the Grindstone Theatre for our annual outdoor block party in support of Rainbow Refuge. From drag brunch, storytime, live music, DJ sets, and a vendor market, there's so much to do as we celebrate our community and 2SLGBTQIA+ vibrancy. This event is free of charge and open to all ages.

• Have Pancakes at Pride Pancake Breakfast
  Join the Downtown Edmonton Community League on Saturday, June 6 at O-day’min Park Pavilion for a morning of pancakes, community, and celebration. After breakfast - head over to the park for a circus workshop!

• Vanbloc Party
  Bringing the heart of Chinatown to life. This free-entry weekend of live music, local artists, food and vendors, live DJs, lion dance, martial arts, tai chi and more.

• Cooking Class: Katsu and Milk Bread
  Join Mai Nguyen for an evening of Katsu. You’ll learn to make crispy pork Katsu cutlets to serve with a Japanese curry, and assemble a perfectly crisp Menchi Katsu Sando made with locally raised ground beef. Plus, you’ll bake your own soft, pillowy milk bread from scratch—the secret to next-level sandwiches served with a Japanese garden salad.

• Movicals at Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
  Direct from the United Kingdom! Join us in a breath-taking, whirlwind journey through the musical decades, and prepare to be transported to a world where stage and screen come alive in one sensational evening of live entertainment.

• Secret Secrets Club at Rapid Fire Theatre
  Welcome to The Secret Secrets Club, where your most scandalous, hilarious and (most importantly) anonymous confessions become the fuel for an unforgettable night of improvised comedy. To join the club, all you have to do is write down an anonymous secret (and purchase a ticket). Then, sit back as our performers use your juicy confessions to craft scenes filled with shocking reveals, laugh-out-loud moments, and wild surprises.

Sunday

• Shop Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market
  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. Join us on Saturdays and Sundays to connect with your community with food, gifts, and local culinary experiences for everyone to enjoy.

• Prism: Music of the Community
  It’s Cosmopolitan Music Society’s Season Finale! Prism – Music of the Community features performances by all of the Cosmo ensembles: concert bands, jazz bands, handbells, and chorus. You will be treated to a sound experience like no other! Each group will perform a showcase of their best work, and highlight the unique talents and timbres of their ensemble. You do not want to miss this concert!

• Catch a Double Feature of Ghostbusters at Fort Edmonton Park
  Who you gonna call? GHOSTBUSTERS! Join Fort Edmonton Park and the Alberta Ghostbusters Society on June 7 for a special Ghostbusters I & II double feature movie night ahead of National Ghostbusters Day. Experience the iconic films on the big screen inside one of Edmonton’s most unique historic theatres.

• Catch a Sunday Night Yoga Session
  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.

  Find the best things to do in Edmonton on the Edmonton Events Calendar.