Always an Adventure: We’re happy to announce Destination Fringe! Coming to the heart of Old Strathcona August 11-21, 2022. Any which way you fringe, one thing's for certain: it's always an adventure. Experienced travelers and first-time wanderers are invited to journey into the unknown with us as the 41st Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival returns...
The Commercial Hotel/Blues on Whyte is pleased to present the lineup for the Whyte Avenue Blues Festival 2022! Friday September 2nd features Monkey Junk and Jack Semple headlining! Kenny Blues Boss Wayne will be opening Friday’s festivities. Our intimate music festival is showcasing the best in Canadian blues outdoors in the heart of Old Strathcona. This...
Cocktails and Jerk is a festival which embodies the diversity of the city of Edmonton. They are offering a different entertainment perspective; Caribbean street food, luscious non-alcoholic and alcoholic cocktails, live music and dance performances; right in the heart of Alberta’s capital city. Their intent is to give patrons a relaxing staycation vibe right before...
Mural Massive is back for the third year and will bring a handful of new large-scale murals to Old Strathcona and Edmonton. Helping to beautify the city every year. Whoop whoop! Watch live mural painting throughout the 10 days of the festival, check out bike mural tour on Wednesday, September 7, and celebrate all the...
Join the Old Strathcona Business Association as we light up McIntyre Park to kick-off the holiday season. On Saturday, November 26, we’re turning McIntyre Park and 83 Avenue into a winter wonderland with our 5th annual Winter Whyte Light Up! Outdoor activities are family-friendly and FREE. Plus, there will be plenty of hot drinks and...
Come to McIntrye Park January 27-29 to explore the ice garden and even try your hand at sculpting with ice and snow. On Friday, January 27, local carvers will create an ice sculpture garden under the guidance of master carvers. These carvers will continue to demonstrate ice carving throughout the weekend – a fascinating and...
Expanse 2023 The Future Is Ours...What Are We Going To Do With It? March 23 - April 2, 2023 Expanse Festival is a movement arts festival that focuses on body-based work from a cross-section of artists. The theme this year is: The Future Is Ours…What Are We Going To Do With It? Check out the...
Highlighting our local music scene. Hi-Light Festival presents: *All Ages Show* Midnight Peg Forbidden Dimension The Knot No Howz $15 at the door (cash) Doors at 7pm Bands at 7:30pm
Highlighting our local music scene. Hi-Light Festival presents: Mitch For Mayor Roll The Bones Waldo Poblano Duke & the Peacemakers 18+ Door Time: 8 PM Grab your tickets here!
This is the big one! Improvaganza is Edmonton’s international improv and sketch comedy festival featuring improvisers from around the world!
The Grindstone Comedy Festival is an annual independent stand-up, improv and sketch comedy festival hosted at Edmonton’s Grindstone Theatre which brings both national performers and rising local talent together under the Edmonton spotlight.
The Whyte Avenue Art Walk is an outdoor studio and gallery featuring hundreds of working artists. For three days every July, artists and their art fill the sidewalks of Old Strathcona. It’s an original experience that artists love. Artists are encouraged to bring their supplies and their ideas and make art right on site, providing an exciting opportunity...
