20 Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend - October 17-19, 2025
Kick things off Friday night with The Haunted Hike’s terrifying return—three floors of fright that promise to test even the bravest souls. If you’d rather fill your evening with melodies than mayhem, catch Darius Rucker’s soulful country tunes, the haunting harmonies of Sons of Town Hall, or relive rock classics with Dreams: The Ultimate Tribute to Fleetwood Mac. Film buffs can also immerse themselves in cinematic creativity at the Edmonton Short Film Festival, celebrating both local and international storytellers.
Saturday brings a rich mix of culture and community. Classical music lovers can celebrate two centuries of waltzes and polkas at the Johann Strauss Quartet’s anniversary concert, while theatre-goers can choose between the touching humour of Big Stuff, the dark wit of The Moors, or the heartfelt energy of GEDFEST, a musical celebration supporting the Ben Stelter Foundation. And for those still chasing chills, The Haunted Hike continues its nightly scares.
Wind down your weekend on Sunday with powerful storytelling and performance. See MorningSide Road or Cycle, two unique shows exploring memory, movement, and meaning. And don’t miss the start of Feed the Soul’s $10 Deals, a ten-day culinary event highlighting Edmonton’s diverse and vibrant dining scene—proof that great food doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag.
Here are the best things to do in Edmonton this Weekend
Friday
The Haunted Hike | 6:00 p.m.
The Haunted Hike has returned and ready to pull you into the fog, the frights, and the nightmares you’ll never escape. After three years away, they’re back with the most terrifying transformation yet. This massive expansion spans three full floors of horror, doubling the size of the haunted space and connecting every nightmare together. Step inside brand-new rooms with professional set design, live actors, and immersive storytelling. Every corner holds a new scare, crafted to make this year’s Haunted Hike unforgettable.
Catch Darius Rucker on Stage | 7:00 p.m.
Three-time GRAMMY Award winner Darius Rucker is set to bring his signature sound to Canada this fall with his ‘Darius Rucker Live’ tour. Produced by Live Nation, the eight-city trek kicks off on October 15, 2025, at Abbotsford Centre in Abbotsford, BC, making stops across Canada in cities including Edmonton, Toronto, Ottawa, and more before wrapping up on October 26, 2025, at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, ON.
Catch Sons of Town Hall on Stage | 7:30 p.m.
Sons of Town Hall, the transatlantic folk duo of American songwriter/author David Berkeley and British songwriter/producer Ben Parker, is creating an entirely new performance genre. Part live concept album, part performance art, they conjure their timeless mythic universe under the aliases Josiah Chester Jones and George Ulysses Brown, 19th-century vagabonds who travel the world in a hand-built boat to escape troubled pasts and search for adventure and love.
The Ultimate Tribute to Fleetwood Mac | 8:00 p.m.
Dreams – The Ultimate Tribute to Fleetwood Mac is an authentic sounding, six piece tribute to Fleetwood Mac. They perform in full costumes, similar to the actual styles worn by the original band. Join us in the Pearl Showroom for dinner & drink service right at your seat!
Edmonton Short Film Festival | All weekend
Experience the best short films from filmmakers in Alberta with the Red Carpet Gala, and/or from filmmakers across the globe with the International Long Shorts! Don’t forget about the VIP Festival Pass, which includes both programs and access to the VIP Afterparty Networking Event following the Red Carpet Gala. This gives you an opportunity to meet, chat, and acquaint yourself with Alberta’s amazing creative community.
Scary Movies on the Big Screen at Northwest Fear Fest | All weekend
NorthwestFEARFest is back this October with a bone-chilling lineup of 15 horrifying films! Prepare yourselves for a mixture of terrifying new fright flicks and classic shockers from the vault. This year’s programming team has curated a diverse selection of spine-tingling movies that will fuel your nightmares…
Saturday
Johann Strauss Quartet: Celebrating 200 Years of Strauss II | 3:00 p.m.
Join us Saturday, October 18 for a free public concert celebrating the 200th anniversary of Johann Strauss and enjoy an evening of beloved waltzes, polkas, and Viennese classics performed by the renowned Johann Strauss Quartet. Co-sponsored by the Austrian Cultural Forum in Ottawa and the Wirth Institute at the University of Alberta, this event celebrates Austria’s rich musical heritage. Whether you're a classical music fan or curious newcomer, don’t miss this chance to experience the timeless charm of Strauss in an intimate setting.
The Haunted Hike | 6:00 p.m.
The Haunted Hike has returned and ready to pull you into the fog, the frights, and the nightmares you’ll never escape. After three years away, they’re back with the most terrifying transformation yet. This massive expansion spans three full floors of horror, doubling the size of the haunted space and connecting every nightmare together. Step inside brand-new rooms with professional set design, live actors, and immersive storytelling. Every corner holds a new scare, crafted to make this year’s Haunted Hike unforgettable.
Take a Haunted Ghost Tour | 7:00 p.m.
Join an expert for an evening of spooky stories, metaphysical experiences, and paranormal encounters inside Stony Plain’s historic Red Brick Common. Experience the paranormal through this all-ages event.
Or, take a Paranormal Tour at Fort Edmonton Park
As the night descends, investigate Fort Edmonton Park’s most haunted hotspots and hear our best-kept ghost stories. Come with an open mind, and prepare for the unexpected. Learn the fundamentals of conducting paranormal investigations using tools and techniques, including Echovox, Spirit Box, Motion Detectors, Recording Devices, Laser Grids and EMF Readers.
Big Stuff On Stage | 7:30 p.m.
Big Stuff is a funny and heartfelt memoir of a married comedy duo as they take a deep dive into grief and the stuff we hold onto long after we’ve experienced a loss. Matt Baram and Naomi Snieckus have created “one of those pieces of theatre that will stay with you for the rest of your life.” (Globe and Mail).
Experience GEDFEST at Union Hall
Tickets are still available for GEDFEST 2025, in support of the Ben Stelter Foundation. Enjoy the celebration of Gordon Edgar Downie and the Tragically Hip during a night of incredible music and community vibes at Union Hall on October 18, 2025. Buy Tickets for GEDFEST.
Last Chance to See “The Moors” on Stage | 7:30 p.m.
An isolated family dreams of love and power as they live out their lives on the bleak English moors. The sudden arrival of a hapless governess and a moor-hen set the household on a strange and dangerous path. The Moors is a dark comedy about love, desperation, and creating a legacy by whatever means necessary. Sunday
Catch a Matinee Show of MorningSide Road | 2:00 p.m.
A girl in search of what it means to live a fulfilling life seeks advice from her granny who shares stories of her past growing up in Edinburgh, Scotland. As her granny’s memory begins to be stolen by dementia, the girl struggles to keep their connection and is ultimately left to question what is fiction in her stories.
Or, Cycle by Andrew Ritchie | 2:00 p.m.
A high-octane, immersive theatre experience set on a stationary bike. This groundbreaking award winning solo performance is written, developed, and performed by Ritchie. Cycle offers a dynamic and energetic experience that explores the gritty realities and exhilarating moments of active transportation and cycling culture in Canada.
Feed the Soul, $10 Deals kicks off in Edmonton | Until October 26, 2025
Discover Edmonton’s diverse dining scene with TEN DOLLA DEALS, a dining week where $10 gets you more than a meal. Enjoy bold, exciting and new flavours, while supporting Black, Indigenous, and racialized restaurants and cafes. TEN DOLLA DEALS offers fresh, affordable and accessible meals across the city. From October 17–26, explore affordable eats and taste the city differently.
