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Edmonton Festivals

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What is going on in Edmonton, Alberta? Check out this list of festivals: film, music, food, theatre, art and family-friendly festivals. If it is happening in Edmonton, it is listed here.

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Feb 10 to Feb 11
Canada’s premier cross-country ski event features a 55-km point-to-point course from the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village, along Elk Island National Park and through the scenic Blackfoot Recreation Area. The festival begins with the Opening Ceremonies and ends with the Vikings’ Feast.



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Feb 17 to Feb 20
This festival is rooted in the traditional Dutch of love of the outdoors and the pleasure of experiencing the cultural and esthetic beauty of winter. Activities include ice dance and theatrical performances, family recreational activities, skate races, snow sculptures as well as sleigh rides and the magnificent Aurora Light Show.

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Feb 17 to Feb 18
Winefest offers consumers the chance to sample from hundreds of international wines, port, champagne and dessert wines from the world’s most celebrated wine regions. Wine experts share their knowledge and guide you through your wine tasting, offering ways to educate your palate and senses. With an onsite Liquor Depot at Winefest, you are immediately able to purchase your new favourites. Tickets include wine sampling, hors d’oeuvres and a complementary Riedel wine glass.


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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.
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May 30 to Jun 02
Dreamspeakers Film Festival will be held this year in conjunction with West Edmonton Mall Aboriginal Days. Take in the Walk of Honour luncheon, Film Cafe, Film Screenings and Youth Day.



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A celebration of all things cycling,
this event features bike demos, local clubs and bike shops, clinics and workshops. Check out the latest cycling gear at MEC Marketplace or buy and sell used gear at MEC Bike Swap. There will be activities for adults and children, including cycling instruction for kids!



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Dreamspeakers Festival Society, one of the largest Aboriginal film festivals in North America, will be hosting its Annual Film Festival in conjunction with West Edmonton Mall Aboriginal Days. Events include the Walk of Honour luncheon, Film Cafe and Youth Day.



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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.



5th Annual Heart of the City Festival
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Sunday, June 5th, 2011

10am - 5pm

112 Avenue & 66 Street to 64 Street

The Highlands Street Festival features 112 Avenue businesses, as well as artisans, crafters, jewellers, local businesses, musicians, a small garden market and horse carriage rides. an interactive kids area as well as the continuation of the Highlands Tile Project, and a silent auction with proceeds in support of the 2012 Highlands Centennial Beautification Project.
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Nextfest is a multi-disciplinary festival that celebrates sexy new discoveries in dance and body based performance. The festival features an explosive line up of dance, physical theatre, circus slapstick, performance art and site specific performance, ignited by a workshop, event and late-night party series.
  • Roxy Theatre   Address: 10708-124 St. Edmonton  Alberta
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Jun 21 to Jul 03
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.



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The Vocal Arts Festival invites elite artists from across Canada to unite in May and June to share three tales of LOVE AND MARRIAGE. Throughout the six week festival, patrons can hear song soiree evenings of French melodies, German lied and Italian/Spanish artsongs; afternoons of Light opera or sacred song concerts, evenings of "Vocal Gems" or Classic Broadway. The three mainstage productions are Light in the Piazza (Guettel-Tony award winning musical), Mozart's Marriage of Figaro and Dvorak's Rusalka (Western Canadian premiere).


Opera NUOVA's Vocal Arts Festival
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This celebration of Alberta’s dance community features a plethora of dance genres with performances, special events and educational programs.
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The Edmonton International Jazz Festival hosts 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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13 days of innovation and creativity.

The best in art, design, digital media, performance and interdisciplinary work are showcased alongside traditional visual art. Downtown retail spaces, public buildings, parks and plazas are transformed into galleries showcasing local, national and international works. Visitors can also participate in artist lead workshops and seminars, all for free.

The Works features family-oriented programs, Artist at work demonstrations and hands-on workshops. Original art is for sale in the Street Market, live music is performed on the Street Stage and visitors can enjoy the international tastes offered at the Food Street.





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Performers in the annual Edmonton International Street Performers Festival include everyone from jugglers to acrobats, hip hop dancer to sword-swallowers. The festival features over 1500 outdoor performances from an international cast of street artists.



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From activities and demonstrations to day trips and tours, this festival is sure to provide entertainment and education to everyone in the family.
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The Freewill Shakespeare Festival is hosted by the Free Will Players, a not-for-profit, professional theatre company devoted to producing Shakespeare in Edmonton. Every year they put on two different shows in the quaint Hawrelak Park setting.
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The Race Week Music Festival is live entertainment in the clubs and at street parties and events all around town.

We've got some terrific party bands, blues bands and retro classic rock & roll bands for our Race Week Music Festival, with more being added all the time.
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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.
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Held at the Stony Plain Exhibition Grounds in Stony Plain, this festival offers a weekend full of activities for the whole family including workshops, a Kids’ Korner, Slowpitch Jam and a whole lot more!
  • Stony Plain   Address: Located west of the city on hwy. 16 or 16X
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Edmonton's Heritage Festival has been taking place for over 30 years and showcases Canada’s vibrant multicultural heritage; over 50 pavilions represent more than 85 cultures from all over the world and festival-goers can sample culinary delicacies, see creative performances, shop for crafts, artwork, and clothing, or learn about present-day communities in Canada. The annual event is held over three days at the end of July/beginning of August.
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August 5 - Friday Night "Costume Extravaganza" 7:30 pm at the Shaw Conference Centre. Masqueraders from each band will compete for the title of King, Queen, Junior King and Queen and best individual costume of the festival.

August 6-7 - Get a little taste of Caribbean Culture at the Cariwest Caribbean Village 11 am to 8 pm in Churchill Square.

Enjoy Edmonton's most colourful parade Saturday downtown at 11 am and then take in the various styles of Caribbean music later that day at the Caribbean Dace Party at 8 pm.

Bring the whole family for children focused programing Sunday.


Cariwest Masqueraders 2010
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Aug 16 to Aug 26
Edmonton's International Fringe Festival attracts playgoers and performers from across Canada and the world. The celebration of arts and entertainment occurs over 10 days each August. Theatrical performances are put on at various venues throughout the Old Strathcona district.
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The Mom, Pop & Tot's Fair offers new and expectant parents products, services and information geared to their needs. Exhibitor booths, stage shows, family fun and games. This year, Loonette the clown, her doll and best friend, Molly, from The Big comfy Couch will appear.
  • Northlands   Address: 73 St. & 116 Ave. Edmonton  AB  CA  T5J 2N5



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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.
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Enjoy a full day of family fun with FREE admission to City attractions and selected recreation centres from 10am-6pm! It's the City's way of saying thank you to its citizens! Call 311 or visit our website for more info.



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Ignite Your Senses at this year’s wine tasting and auction. In the sleek showroom of Edmonton BMW, you will sample savoury wines and are sure to find new favourites. The Grape Escape offers an exquisite selection of wines you won’t want to miss!

Featured items in the auction include a 2012 Edmonton Rush Flex Pack, a men’s diamond watch, a ride along with the Edmonton Police Service, maid service and much more.

This fundraiser is your opportunity to support the Edmonton Meals on Wheels meal subsidy program. Proceeds from this event will be used to alleviate a portion of the meal cost for local seniors who are on a restricted income and cannot afford the full price of a nutritious meal.

Please note: This venue is NOT wheelchair accessible as activities take place on both the main floor (lobby) of Edmonton BMW and upstairs in the loft. The loft is ONLY accessible by stairs.

Sponsored by: Habitat Studio & Workshop Ltd., REALTORS’ Community Foundation, Roy Financial Services, Adroit Investment Management, Servus Credit Union, Edmonton BMW, VINOmania and Global Edmonton.


The Grape Escape: Uncorking California
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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.



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The Scarecrow Festival is Edmonton's premiere Halloween event and offers games, crafts and loads of fun for families and Halloween fans of all ages.

Kids and adults alike are encouraged to dress up in Halloween costumes.

The Scarecrow Fesitval raises funds to support ABC Head Start. ABC Head Start works with low-income families and their preschool children to help them achieve success in learning and life.
  • Northlands   Address: 73 St. & 116 Ave. Edmonton  AB  CA  T5J 2N5


S'caring' For Kids
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Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival is one of the largest wine and food festivals in Canada. This ever popular festival offers consumers an array of samples of international wines, port, scotch, liqueurs, beer, coolers and other spirits, as well as delectable food samples from local restaurants and hotels.

New this year, Dairy Farmers will be hosting complimentary Cheese Seminars throughout the Festival. Consumers will gain valuable knowledge on cheese, wine pairing suggestions and other interesting information while enjoying complimentary samples of cheese.

Sunshine Village has generously sponsored the 2008 Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival door prize. The door prize winner will enjoy a two day Ski & Stay package for two in the heart of Sunshine Village Ski & Snowboard Resort.

Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival donates a portion of total ticket sales to NAIT School of Hospitality to create scholarships for culinary students.

Tickets to the Edmonton Festival should be purchased early to avoid disappointment. Please keep in mind that only a limited amount of tickets will be available at the door.

To purchase tickets or for more information, please visit www.rockymountainwine.com or contact Leah Jensen at 403-228-0777.



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Exposure uncovers, highlights and celebrates queer arts and culture. The festival exposes queer artists to new audiences, and exposes Edmonton audiences to new art in a variety of media.



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LitFest celebrates life stories, travel, food and wine, nature and politics through a series of performances and intimate conversations with notable authors. We tackle big ideas with passion and humour.

Tickets available through Tix on the Square



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Join us at the Crowne Plaza Chateau Lacombe in Edmonton, to celebrate the Building Magic in the Air Gala in support of STARS. The gala will be a magical evening that will include a champagne reception, dinner, entertainment, dancing, raffles and a live and silent auction.



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The Edmonton Ski & Snowboard Show offers shopping and information on resorts, skis, snowboards, prizes, giveaways, lift tickets, coupons, hill info as well as live entertainment (including the Jib Jam — Western Canada’s largest indoor rail jam).
  • Northlands   Address: 73 St. & 116 Ave. Edmonton  AB  CA  T5J 2N5
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Ink Festival: The Tattoo & Body Modification Show melds the best of tattoo and body-modification culture with music, art, products, entertainment and more. Tattoo, body mod and art enthusiasts can check out tattoo shops, artists, live tattooing, piercing, fashion, live bands, roller derby and more. Local and international artists will be on hand.
  • Northlands   Address: 73 St. & 116 Ave. Edmonton  AB  CA  T5J 2N5
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Edmonton chante is a music event that has been presented in Edmonton for the last 5 years. This year, the festival will be held in the fall at various locations of the Old Strathcona neighbourhood. An impressive range of concerts will take place in many bars, restaurants, bistros and lounges. Francophone and bilingual artists from all over the country will be performing.

This event aims to showcase French music in accessible places. Over the week, two or three free concerts will be presented in each location.

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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.


Black History Month 2006
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GRANDSTAND PERFORMANCES
SLOOHAI WINNIPEG (Fri)
KUBASONICS EDMONTON (Sat)
UB BAND EDMONTON (Sun)
PASHKOVCKA SISTERS – UKRAINE (Fri, Sat, Sun)
VOHON EDMONTON (Fri, Sat, Sun)
SHUMKA EDMONTON (Fri, Sat, Sun)
VICTOR POBIHUSHCHY RED DEER (Fri,Sat, Sun)
SOPILKA VEGREVILLE (Sun)


Poster 2009
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The Albert Blain Performers Aid Society presents Edmonton's 2nd Annual Alexander Keith's Celtic Festival featuring: Stephan's Green, McCuaig, The Fables, Skull Duggery, Maura Hagan, Strathcona School of Highland Dancing Celtic Fusion Illusion, Mudmen and Rawlins Cross. Gates Friday, Aug. 14th at 5:30 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 15th at noon. Hosted by Andy Donnelly, host of CKUA's Celtic Show. Tickets $30 per day from Ticketmaster (780-451-8000). Free admission for children under 12. The show takes place at the amphitheatre in Hawrelak Park. Beer tent, Arts and Crafts and food vendors will be onsite.


Alexander Keith's Celtic Festival
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The 6th annual Heart of the City Festival springs to life in Little Italy’s Giovanni Caboto Park. With two stages, 10 hours of non-stop live entertainment, artisan tents, face painting for kids, food vendors, and roving artists, this free event showcases all genres and talent levels in music and art. Time: 11am - 9pm.



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Heart of the City Festival showcases the diverse music and art of Edmonton's city core. This is a two free-day festival with non-stop original music and artwork by local artists.
  • Scott Gallery   Address: 10411 124 St Edmonton  AB  T5N 3Z5


Heart of the City Festival 2009
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Black History Month Opening Ceremonies

This event provides public education and the sharing of history. It promotes and strengthens multiculturalism and diversity in an effort to nurture and build a more culturally responsive community.

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