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Test your Edmonton IQ!

Q: Which river flows through the heart of Edmonton?

Answer: The North Saskatchewan River.

Q: What annual festival in Edmonton is known for its massive multicultural pavilions showcasing food, music, and dance?

Answer: The Edmonton Heritage Festival.

Q: In what year did Edmonton officially become a city?

Answer: 1904.

Interesting Facts

Edmonton is nicknamed “Canada’s Festival City” and hosts more festivals than any other Canadian city - including the Edmonton International Fringe Festival, which is the largest and oldest fringe theatre festival in North America, featuring over 1,000 performances each year.

Edmonton Dragon Festival: Dragons in the Park
A weekend of high-energy dragon boat races, lion dances, and family-friendly cultural activities along the river valley.
Date: August 15 – 17, 2025
Location: Louise McKinney Riverfront Park
Cost: Free admission
Click for details: Edmonton Dragon Festival

Meteor Shower Watch Party
Catch the Perseid meteor shower under dark skies—with telescopes and guided stargazing—in a lakeside setting.
Date: August 16 – 17, 2025, 8 p.m. – 2:30 a.m.
Location: Miquelon Lake Provincial Park (≈45 min east of Edmonton)
Cost: Free
Click for details: https://exploreedmonton.com/articles/things-to-do-in-august

Curiosity Walking Tours: Strikes, Struggles & Success
A free, docent-led heritage walk exploring the working-class history of early Edmontonians—complete with hands-on pemmican tasting.
Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Meeting Point: Royal Alberta Museum
Cost: Free
Click for details: Tour Info

Curiosity Walking Tours: Ukrainian Ties
Engage all your senses on this free walking tour of Ukrainian heritage—from pastries to handwoven textiles.
Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Meeting Point: Central McDougall Park
Cost: Free
Click for details: Tour Info

On 83 Ave Since ’83
Enjoy car-free sidewalks, pop-up patios, street performances, and community art installations along 83 Avenue for four summer weekends.
Date: August 15 – 17, 2025
Location: 83 Avenue (104 St to Gateway Blvd)
Cost: Free
Click for details: City Schedule

Dragon Food Tour: Savoury Chinatown Tour
A guided bite-sized journey through Edmonton’s historic Chinatown—storytelling and stops at five savoury hotspots.
Date: Friday & Saturday, August 15 & 16, 2025, 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Start: 10634 97 St NW
Cost: CAD 45 (includes tastings)
Click for details: Tour Info

Sweet Side of Chinatown Dessert Tour
Indulge in hand-crafted Asian treats—from mochi to pineapple buns—on a family-friendly guided stroll.
Date: Saturday & Sunday, August 16 & 17, 2025, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Start: 10634 97 St NW
Cost: CAD 45
Click for details: Tour Info

Wine & Chocolate at Delavoye Chocolate Maker
Sample five curated wine-and-chocolate pairings with an expert chocolatier in an intimate tasting flight.
Date: Friday, August 15, 2025, 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Delavoye Chocolate Maker, 10061 97 St NW
Cost: CAD 50
Click for details: Event Info

After Hours at Muttart: Imagination Brews
Sip Sea Change Brewing Co. beers inside the Muttart glass pyramids under twinkling lights—and explore the conservatory at night.
Date: Friday, August 15, 2025, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Location: Muttart Conservatory, 9626 96 A Ave NW
Cost: CAD 35
Click for details: Event Info

Street Car Cask Series
Climb aboard a vintage streetcar atop the High Level Bridge for an exclusive rotating lineup of local craft beers.
Date: Thursday evenings (Aug 14 falls just before; series continues)
Location: High Level Bridge Streetcar
Cost: CAD 20 per trip
Click for details: Series Info

On Stage: Mr Tilly’s Séance
Step into a candlelit 1920s séance—will Madame Cumberbatch’s ghost story become your reality?
Date: Fri, Aug 15 – Sun, Aug 17, 2025
Location: 10019 80 Ave NW (Theatre)
Cost: CAD 25
Click for details: Event Info

Anne Zander is MOTHER (Edmonton Fringe)
A raw, side-splitting postpartum comedy exploring birth, parenting, and everything in between.
Date: Fri, Aug 15 & Sat, Aug 16, 2025 (late-night shows)
Location: Westbury Theatre, 10044 102 Ave NW
Cost: CAD 15
Click for details: Fringe Listing

SPRBA’s 4th Annual Free Drive-in Movie Night
Roll up to RioCan Mayfield for a free screening of The Wild Robot—bring your car, chairs, and popcorn appetite!
Date: Sunday, August 17, 2025, 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Location: RioCan Mayfield (west Edmonton)
Cost: Free
Click for details: Event Info

Yee-haw! Country Night with the Edmonton Elks
Boot-scoot to live country music, line dancing, and a bull-riding showcase at Clarke Stadium.
Date: Friday, August 15, 2025, 7 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Location: Clarke Stadium
Cost: Free admission
Click for details: Weekend Guide

Prelude Speakeasy Pop-Up
No cover, no reservations—just bold cocktails, small plates, and a hidden-bar vibe every Thursday (Aug 14–beyond).
Date: Thursday, August 14, 2025, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Location: 10242 106 St NW
Cost: Free entry
Click for details: Event Info

Arts, Crafts & Culture 🎭

Curiosity Walking Tours: Strikes, Struggles & Success
(see above; heritage & culture) - Free

Curiosity Walking Tours: Ukrainian Ties
(see above; heritage & culture) – Free

Edmonton Mural Festival – Self-Guided Mural Map
Explore 50+ murals across downtown at your own pace download the free map and discover public art.
Festival Dates: August 1 – September 30, 2025
Cost: FreeClick for details: Mural Festival Map

On Stage: Mr Tilly’s Séance
(see Shows; immersive theatrical experience) - CAD 25

Anne Zander is MOTHER (Fringe)
(see Shows; sharp, comedic performance) - CAD 15

Edmonton Dragon Festival: Dragons in the Park
(see Outdoor; boat races & lion dances) - Free

SPRBA’s Free Drive-in Movie Night
(see Shows; The Wild Robot) - Free

On 83 Ave Since ’83
(see Outdoor; street performances & art) - Free

Fire Station Open Houses
Check out vintage fire trucks, meet firefighters, and learn safety tips at multiple neighbourhood stations.
Dates: August 15 – 17, 2025 (various times)
Cost: Free
Click for details: Fire Station Open Houses

Royal Alberta Museum Free Community Day
Special free admission weekend with hands-on exhibits and kids’ activities.
Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: Royal Alberta Museum
Cost: Free
Click for details: https://www.edmonton.ca/attractions_events/royal-alberta-museum

Prelude Speakeasy Pop-Up
(see Shows; free entry)

Street Car Cask Series
(see Food & Drink; craft-beer streetcar) - CAD 20

Martinis & Tini Tattoos at Alchemy
Sip Ketel One martinis and get mini tattoos from local artists.
Date: Friday, August 15, 2025, 8 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Location: Alchemy, 10025 104 Ave NW
Cost: Free entry; drinks/tattoos extra
Click for details: Event Info

Afro Music Fest
Two nights of Afrobeats, dance workshops, cultural showcases, and global food vendors in ICE District’s Fan Park.
Date: August 15 & 16, 2025, 4 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Cost: Ticketed (starting at CAD 35)
Click for details: Festival Info

Edmonton Elks Country Night
(see Shows; free admission)—Family fun meets rodeo vibes.

To find free parking in downtown Edmonton, look for residential areas just a few blocks away from the main streets and park there for free.

Expect a cool, wet start to the weekend on Friday with heavy rain, warming up into Saturday where scattered showers linger, then a sunnier, milder Sunday with only a slight chance of rain. Enjoy the mix of refreshing showers and comfortable temperatures!

Friday, August 15, 2025
• High: 13 °C, Low: 12 °C
• Rain likely with 90 % chance of precipitation and 5–10 mm of rain expected 

Saturday, August 16, 2025
• High: 22 °C, Low: 12 °C
• Showers likely (80 % chance) with around 5 mm of rain 

Sunday, August 17, 2025
• High: 22 °C, Low: 14 °C
• Mostly dry and partly cloudy, with a 30 % chance of brief showers .

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