20 Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend - Sep 19-21

Ready to shake up your weekend in Edmonton? Whether you’re craving craft cocktails, vibey art shows, or a little late-night adventure, the city’s got plenty on tap beyond the usual coffee runs and River Valley strolls. We’ve rounded up the trendiest, most buzz-worthy things happening this weekend so you can skip the FOMO and dive straight into the fun. Here’s your cheat sheet to planning better weekends in Edmonton.

Here are the best things to do in Edmonton this Weekend

Friday

• Mosquers Film Festival | $
  Short film festival with comedy, spoken work, and musical performances. The official afterparty “Popcorn” follows the event.
  The Mosquers Film Festival is the world’s leading film and arts festival that transforms how Muslims are seen. Based in Edmonton, Canada, The Mosquers showcases powerful storytelling from Muslim creatives around the globe through film, performance, and conversation. S

• Take a Japanese Home Cooking Class | $$
  Discover the art of Japanese home cooking with MasterChef Canada alumna Mai Nguyen in her exciting in-person class. Learn to prepare a trio of delicious dishes that you can easily recreate in your own kitchen. In this hands-on experience, Mai will unveil the secrets behind crafting Niku Beef Udon, a hearty and flavourful noodle soup featuring tender beef slices and luscious udon noodles in a savoury dashi broth.

• Alberta Ballet: Once Upon a Time on Stage | $
  Fairy tales intertwine in Once Upon a Time – A Thousand Tales, a story ballet that stitches childhood classics into one enchanting journey. Led by the White Rabbit, each scene opens the door to another beloved tale, creating a seamless adventure bursting with imagination.

• Theatresports at Rapid Fire Theatre | $20
  This high-energy, fast-paced show pits teams of improvisers against each other in a fierce, no-holds-barred battle of wits and laughs! Fuelled by the suggestions you give us, our skilled improvisers make up the entire show on the spot, off the top of their heads. Created by Keith Johnstone in Calgary, Theatresports® is performed by companies all over the world.

• Paul & the Feels w/Dana Wylie and Monstera
  Soul to the Ceiling. Paul & Feels, Dana Wylie, and Monstera bring a night of groove to keep you floating. Catch this performance at The Rec Room South Edmonton Common on Friday Night.

• Matthew & The Keys Album Release Party

• The Art of the Cocktail
  Get ready to mix, sip, and enjoy at our cocktail class experience. Led by our expert bartender, you’ll create four elevated cocktails/mocktails, each paired with small bites designed by our culinary team to complement the flavours. Whether you're a cocktail enthusiast or just looking for a unique night out, this event is equal parts fun, elegant, and delicious.

• Celebrate the Launch of Alley Kat’s First Non-Alcohlic Beer | Free

• Date Night: Name That Tune Trivia at Hal Bar | Bistro
  This month’s date night is “Name That Tune” featuring songs that will get you grooving. What is the name of the song that starts with "You are my fire..." Who sings This Kiss? Name the song & artist mentioned here: "Cause if you liked it you should have put a ring on it..." If you nailed all three of those in a VERY timely fashion, grab your partner and some friends and join us for Name That Tune at Halo Bar | Bistro. Tables are teams throughout the bar, each team has a chance to identify song titles AND artists from the 70's, 80's, 90's, 2000's for a shot at being the inaugural champions and winning $100 off their food bill that night.

Saturday

• HeART of the Habitat Festival
  This special event will bring together artists and arts organizations from across our four ArtsHub properties to showcase their work and share their creative energy. Guests will experience inspiring performances, engaging workshops that encourage creativity, interactive activities designed to spark the imagination, and open studios that provide an opportunity to meet local artists.

• Experience U of A Days
  This four-day event features a mix of alumni-focused activities and events open to the public, showcasing the best of the U of A’s academic and cultural achievements. From engaging presentations and campus tours to family-friendly activities and performances, there’s something for everyone. So don your green and gold, bring along your family and friends, and immerse yourself in the inspiring experiences that define the U of A community. Let’s celebrate our shared roots and the exciting future ahead.

• Celebrate Oilers Fan Day
  Beginning at 9:30 AM, fans will have the opportunity to shop the largest Oilers Locker Room Sale of the year, featuring game-used apparel and equipment, check out an Oilers training camp open practice, and snag photos with Oilers and Oil Kings alumni, plus mascots Hunter and Louie! Outside in the plaza, fans can enjoy a wide variety of family friendly activities, including a Hockey Zone to test your skills, Kids Zone with bouncy castles, face painters, and games, along with opportunities to meet members of the Orange and Blue Ice Crew. You might even pick up a few Oilers prizes throughout the day! 

• Rocktoberfest at Louise McKinney Park
  Get ready for an epic experience at ROCKTOBERFEST! The event includes Ice Climbing Canadian Nationals, community dry tool competition, try it climbing programs, live music, Oktoberfest beer, and a brautwurst BBQ. Whether you’re a seasoned climber or a first-timer, this event is all about pushing your limits, having fun, and celebrating the amazing outdoor spirit.

Sunday

• Take a ‘Fall Desserts’ Cooking Class
  Join Cordon Bleu trained chef owner Kathryn Joel and treat yourself to a delightful afternoon of Autumn Desserts that will take your dessert-making skills to new heights. In this immersive hands-on workshop, you'll learn to prepare three delicious seasonal treats. First, we'll savour the flavours of a luscious Pear Tarte Tatin, where sweet, caramelized pears sit atop a flaky.

• Drag Bingo with Go Go Fetch at Bentstick Brewing
  Join us on September 23 with Gogo Fetch and Bent Stick Brewing for a night filled with mini-games, lip sync battles, and nonstop fun, hosted by Edmonton’s very own Bearded Beauty, Gogo Fetch. Bring your friends, order your favorite takeout, and get ready for an unforgettable evening of laughter, games, and glamour. Throughout the night, you’ll have the chance to compete for points in interactive mini-games, lip sync showdowns, and maybe even a round of trivia—all while sipping on some of the best beers in town.

• Steak Flight Night at Ribeye Butcher Shop
  Enjoy a chef-led evening featuring premium cuts, from regional Canadian beef to Japanese A5 Wagyu, served with seasonal accompaniments.

• Catch ‘The Life of Pi’ on Stage
  The stage adaptation immerses audiences in Pi’s extraordinary journey, blending breathtaking visuals, puppetry, and immersive storytelling to bring the ocean, the tiger, and Pi’s incredible survival to vivid life. As Pi recounts his tale to skeptical officials, the play explores themes of faith, identity, and the power of storytelling, leaving audiences to question the nature of truth and belief.

Find even more things to do, every week in Edmonton on the Edmonton.events Calendar.