25 Things to do Under $25 in Edmonton in June

June in Edmonton is proof that you don’t need a huge budget to have a packed social calendar. From outdoor yoga at sunset and free Chinatown block parties to $5 movie nights, live flamenco, comedy shows, walking tours, and Pride celebrations, this month is full of affordable ways to get out of the house and actually enjoy the city.

Whether you’re looking for something low-key, family-friendly, artsy, or just an excuse to try something new with friends, there’s a little bit of everything happening around town — and the best part is that every event on this list comes in under $25.

So if your bank account is still recovering from spring, don’t worry. We’ve rounded up the best cheap things to do in Edmonton this June that prove fun doesn’t have to cost a fortune.

Here’s your guide to June on the Cheap

• Drop in for FREE Tai Chi on the Square | June 1, 8, 15
  Drop-in for Tai Chi classes on Mondays from 12 – 2 PM, hosted by Edmonton Multicultural Innovative Society at City Hall Plaza and get your body moving.
  

• Catch a Sunday Night Sunset Yoga Session | Sundays through September
  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.
  

• Wîhkwêntôwin Queer History Walking History Tour | June 1
  Celebrate the people, places, and events that helped shape Edmonton's queer history, with a Wîhkwêntôwin focus. This series of tours has three chances for you to learn about why this neighborhood was known as the gayborhood for so long. We'll leave from EVO on Jasper at 6:30, visit the first Flashback, check out the sites of former bars and baths like Buddys, Down Under, and Buddys Pub, talk about long-time Edmonton magazine Times.10, walk the paths of turn of the millenium Pride festivities, and more!
  

• $5 Tuesday at Metro Cinema: Hokum | June 2
  When novelist Ohm Bauman retreats to a remote inn to scatter his parents’ ashes, he is consumed by tales of a witch haunting the honeymoon suite. Disturbing visions and a shocking disappearance forces him to confront dark corners of his past.
  

• Flamenco at the Yardbird | June 3
  Following a sold-out 2025 tour, this vibrant Flamenco ensemble takes to the stage with returning special guests – Spanish Flamenco singer and percussionist Francisco “Yiyi” Orozco and Vancouver Flamenco guitarist Peter Mole – in a brand new program of music and dance.
  

• Pay What You Can Cocktail Cabaret | June 5
  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.
  

• ColliderFestival | June 5-7
  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.
  

• Fruit Loop Pride Party at Grindstone | June 6
  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.
  

• Explore Chinatown During the Vanbloc Party | June 6-7
  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.
  

• Secret Secrets at Rapid Fire Theatre | June 6
  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.
  

• Now Hear This Festival at Mile Zero Dance | June 6
  This is the NME début of Echo Ensemble, our city’s amazing collective of traditional Chinese instruments. Comprised of erhu, yangqin, dizi, ruan, sanxian, and various Chinese percussion instruments, Echo Ensemble will share a rich repertoire of works, ranging from arrangements of traditional Chinese songs to contemporary compositions, and selections from some of their favourite Anime, games, and films. If you’ve never heard a full ensemble of Chinese instruments before, this is a great chance! If you have, then you’ll know why this event is a must!
  

• Ghostbusters Double Feature & BBQ at Capitol Theatre | June 7
  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. Guests can enjoy one or both Ghostbusters screenings, with the option to add a barbecue dinner experience between showtimes. Costumes and themed attire are encouraged.
  

• Wet Hot American Summer at Metro Cinema | June 8
  The setting is Camp Firewood, the year 1981. It’s the last day before everyone goes back to the real world, but there’s still a summer’s worth of unfinished business to resolve. At the center of the action is camp director Beth, who struggles to keep order while she falls in love with the local astrophysics professor. He is busy trying to save the camp from a deadly piece of NASA’s Skylab which is hurtling toward earth. All that, plus: a dangerous waterfall rescue, love triangles, misfits, cool kids, and talking vegetable cans. The questions will all be resolved, of course, at the big talent show at the end of the day.
  

• Curious Brews at MKT: Crime, Perception & The City | June 9
  Drawing on comparative data across Canada, we benchmark Edmonton’s violent crime rates against peer cities to answer a simple but consequential question: how does Edmonton really stack up? The findings challenge common assumptions and expose where perception diverges sharply from reality.
  

• FREE Film Premiere at Capitol Theatre: SLIP | June 13
  Join Writer/Director Spencer Richard, Executive Producer Todd Chamberlain, and the cast/crew of "Slip" at it's 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.
  

• Food For Thought Culinary Book Club | June 14
  Indulge in your passion for literature and cuisine at a unique book club where we combine the love of reading with the love of food! For June, we're going to read different books based on a specific theme chosen for the month. Come ready to talk about the book you have read and get some new ideas for your own reading. We are still going to be making and eating a delicious snack loosely inspired by the monthly theme. Don't miss out on this opportunity to bond with fellow book-lovers over a shared love of literature and food.
  

• Take a Public Art Walking Tour | June 20
  Bridging the city, the artworks show the intertwined lives of the people and the non-human beings who live and travel through here. Learn how the artist’s meetings with First Nations Elders and Knowledge Keepers, Métis citizens, and numerous visits to the valley since childhood inspired these paintings. Discover how David Garneau, along with a team of First Nations, Métis, Black, Asian, and artists of European ancestry, captured Edmonton’s four seasons and complex histories.
  

• Wild Embers Double Feature | June 20
  Wild Aerial follows an aerialist performing in the extreme landscapes of Banff and Jasper National Parks, while Embers reflects on personal loss after a devastating wildfire and its connection to a changing climate. Together, these films offer a moving portrait of resilience, artistry, and environmental urgency. 
  

• Take a $5 Heart of the City Bike Tour | June 21
  Join the River Valley Alliance for a scenic ride through the very heart of the city. This 18 km, mostly flat, out-and-back route follows the North Saskatchewan River through some of Edmonton’s most iconic river valley landscapes.
  

• Food For Thought Culinary Book Club | June 22
  Indulge in your passion for literature and cuisine at a unique book club where we combine the love of reading with the love of food! For June, we're going to read different books based on a specific theme chosen for the month. Come ready to talk about the book you have read and get some new ideas for your own reading. We are still going to be making and eating a delicious snack loosely inspired by the monthly theme. Don't miss out on this opportunity to bond with fellow book-lovers over a shared love of literature and food.
  

• NMH Science Jam | June 25
  Join the first-ever Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI) Science Jam, an exciting celebration of breakthrough science and innovation! This dynamic event brings cutting-edge research to life through engaging, TED Talk–style presentations from NMHI’s leading scientists and clinicians — all designed to spark curiosity, connect ideas, and showcase the impact of research on real-world health challenges.