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		Ice on Whyte TBA Old Strathcona's winter festival gets bigger and better every year! See the the ice castle and ice sculptures from international artists, have fun on the ice slides and in the maze. Don't forget to stay to enjoy the nightly entertainment. Old Strathcona Historic Area Address: 1 780 437-4182


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Black History Month

Black History Month 2006

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During February of each year, National Black Coalition of Canada, Edmonton (NBCC) puts on Black History Month. Events are staged that help create awareness of Black’s Contributions to our communities, nationally and internationally.

Address: Various Locations Edmonton AB

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1 780 425-0319

Edmonton Kiwanis Music Festival 2008

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This celebration of musical talent is the longest running festival in Canada and has seen the growth of many international music stars including Jens Lindemann, Juliette Kang and Robert Goulet. In 2008 the festival will celebrate 100 years of giving young people the chance to perform and compete in front of an audience. Participants have the opportunity to compete in a variety of categories including piano, string, voice, woodwind, brass, and musical theatre. Participants have the opportunity to compete in a variety of categories including piano, string, voice, woodwind, brass, and musical theatre. Various locations.

1 780 488-3498

Nextfest 2008 - The Syncrude Next Generation Arts Festival

Jun 5 to 15
With over 400 artists, in over 10 venues, the fiercely popular, multi-disciplinary festival is a celebration of non-stop, fast-paced creativity. Experience the newest wave of talent specializing in music, dance, theatre, visual art, film and more!

Address: Roxy Theatre:10708-124 Street Edmonton

1 780 453-2440

5th Annual Heart of the City Festival

Jun 7
This year, the 5th Annual Festival goes from 11 AM to 10 PM on June 7th, 2008 and held in Giovanni Caboto Park at the corner of 95th Street and 108 Avenue. This is a grass roots, all original music day in the park.

As one of the first summer festivals in Edmonton, Heart of the City showcases all genres and talent levels in music and art. And if a full day of music and art isn’t good enough on its own, it's free! You can walk into Giovanni Caboto park, browse the art tents, get your child’s face painted, grab a bite to eat, check out the local shops for some gelato, and enjoy the sun as you sit on the green grass and watch the live entertainment.

Address: 95 Street NW and 108 Avenue NW Edmonton AB

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1 780 965-6129

Edmonton's Festival of Beer at Fort Edmonton Park

Jun 13 to 14
Edmonton's Festival of Beer
A Summer Celebration of Food and Drinks.
June 13 and 14, 2008
Over 100 Beers, coolers, wines and food. Live entertainment in our Outdoor beer garden. Tickets available on Ticketmaster

Fort Edmonton Park Address: Fox Drive & Whitemud Drive Edmonton AB T5J 2R7

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1 780 951-4653

Edmonton International Jazz Festival 2008

Jun 20 to 29
The 2007 Edmonton International Jazz Festival hosted a bevy of sultry singers, swingin‚ musicians and jivin‚ jazz concerts, workshops and free outdoor events for the entire family. Local and Canadian talent is highlighted alongside an amazing roster of international jazz artists. Don't miss the opportunity to see some of the world's best jazz musicians star side by side with local talent. A variety of venues across Edmonton will house the various acts and activities.

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1 780 990-0222

The Works Art & Design Festival 2008

The Works Festival 2006

Jun 20 to Jul 2
A leading, cutting edge festival bringing North America the best in contemporary and traditional visual art and design. This year The Works is returning to the Square for what will be the biggest and best art & design festival ever - celebrating the arts and cultural heritage of Edmonton, Alberta and Canada. The Works Art & Design Festival will animate Sir Winston Churchill Square as the centre of all programs including exhibitions, lectures and activities for all ages. The focus will be on delivering many outdoor programs on the Square. The Festival site will also include The Works Street Market, The Works Street Stage and The Works Street Cafe all situated on Sir Winston Churchill Square.

Address: Sir Winston Churchill Square, 100 St & 102 Ave

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1 780 426-2122 Extn: 233

Feats Festival of Dance

Jun 27 to Jul 13
This celebration of Alberta’s dance community features a plethora of dance genres with performances, special events and educational programs.

Address: Various locations

1 780 422-8107

River City Shakespeare Festival

Jun 30 to Jul 18
The River City Shakespeare Festival is hosted by the Free Will Players, a not-for-profit, professional theatre company devoted to producing Shakespeare in Edmonton. This year's performances are A Winter's Tale and Two Gentlemen of Verona. Hawrelak Park Amphitheatre,

Address: Hawrelak Park Amphitheatre: 9330 Groat Road

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1 780 425-8086

Edmonton International Street Performers Festival

Jul 4 to 13
Come play in the street as the Edmonton International Street Performers Festival returns to Sir Winston Churchill Square in Downtown Edmonton.

From jugglers to acrobats, hip hop dancers to “living statues”, the festival will feature over 1500 outdoor performances from an international cast of amazing street artists.

And there's more! Daily Troupe du Jour group shows, artistic face-painters, colourful rovers, “Be Your Own Busker” workshops, and Kids' World activities for the young and young at heart, all add to the frivolity and fun that electrifies Downtown Edmonton for ten days each July.

Address: Sir Winston Churchill Square Edmonton AB

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1 780 425-5162

2008 VisualEyez... A Festival Of Performance Art

Jul 18 to 28
VisualEyez was developed to create opportunities for artists and audiences to experience and interact with performance artists. This interdisciplinary, trans-media, paradigm-busting event focuses upon performance and time-based art. VisualEyez is the only annual festival of performance art in Canada and it brings together over fifteen artists from Canada and the world to Edmonton for ten days of cutting edge and innovative programming. Various Locations.

1 780 423-5353

A Taste Of Edmonton

Jul 18 to 27
40 restaurants from around the region come together to offer examples of their menus all in one spot. Sir Winston Churchill Square is the place to bring your appetite. Nibble to your heart’s content while you enjoy free performances on one of the two stages or kick back in the open air licensed area.

Address: Sir Winston Churchill Square, 100 St. and 102 Ave.

1 780 423-2822

Edmonton And Athabaska District Historic Festival

Jul 26 to Aug 3
The theme of this year’s festival is “Celebrate our Heritage…our stories.” 78 partners present over 370 events. From activities and demonstrations to day trips and tours, this festival is sure to provide entertainment and education to everyone in the family.

Address: Various locations

1 780 439-2797

The Edmonton International Film Festival

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For nine days and nights, movie fans and filmmakers from across Canada and around the globe gather to eat, sleep and breathe all things cinematic! With an emphasis on "discovery", EIFF presents a fascinating mix of feature-length films, documentaries and short films gathered from all corners of the world.

Address: Various locations

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1 780 423-0844









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