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SUMMARY:Wildfire Festival
DESCRIPTION:Wildfire is Rapid Fire Theatre’s annual teen improv festival\, and one of the largest teen theatre events in Canada! Wildfire Festival is made up of three different events: The Nosebowl High School Theatresports Tournament\, The Alberta Regionals of the Canadian Improv Games\, and The Wildfire Junior. Participant teams come from schools all across the province of Alberta. \nInterested in getting involved? Contact youth@rapidfiretheatre.com \nWhen: February 3-16\, 2025\nWhere: Rapid Fire Exchange\, 10437 83 Ave
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/wildfire-festival/
LOCATION:Rapid Fire Theatre\, 10437 83 Ave NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6E 2C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240929T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240929T150000
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SUMMARY:Harvest Festival: Presented by the Old Strathcona Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:The Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market is thrilled to announce its first-ever Harvest Festival\, 2 days of celebration filled with community spirit\, great food\, and family fun! \nJoin us for a vibrant indoor and outdoor event featuring over 150 vendors\, showcasing the finest locally grown produce\, artisanal goods\, and baked delights. Whether you’re shopping for fresh ingredients\, unique crafts\, or simply enjoying a day out with family\, the Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market will be the place to be. \nMuch like the many festivals in the heart of Old Strathcona\, we will be spilling out in front of the market doors with 83 Avenue blocking traffic for guests to explore safely. Please be prepared to dismount your bicycles and follow the detour signs. \nEvent Highlights \n\nOpening ceremony POW WOW and Round Dance\, Saturday starting at 9:00 am\nLive local music and special guest speakers at the outdoor stage on 83 Ave starting at 10:00 am\nA wide selection of food trucks offering refreshing treats and hot food to eat at the patio tables on 83 Ave\nA kid’s crafts + story time tent by the Edmonton Public Library\nLive community mural painting powered by The Paint Spot\nCommunity Booth fundraising opportunities with the Canadian Cancer Society – Run for the Cure\, SCARS – Second Chance Rescue Society\, The Edmonton Food Bank\, and more\nCelebrity Chef\, Shane Chartrand\, meet and greet\nSunday Family Funday with family-friendly street performers!\n\nMagic show\nDancing robot\nDJ dance party\nGiveaways!\n\n\n\nCheck it out: Saturday\, September 28\, 8 am – 3 pm & Sunday\, September 29\, 11 am – 3 pm \nBike lane detours\, please watch for detours and dismount bikes. Free Bike Valet Saturday only! Free 2-hour customer parking on Saturday and Sunday.
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/harvest-festival-presented-by-the-old-strathcona-farmers-market-2/
LOCATION:Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market\, 10310 83 Ave NW\, Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Markets,Festivals,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240928T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
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SUMMARY:Harvest Festival: Presented by the Old Strathcona Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:The Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market is thrilled to announce its first-ever Harvest Festival\, 2 days of celebration filled with community spirit\, great food\, and family fun! \nJoin us for a vibrant indoor and outdoor event featuring over 150 vendors\, showcasing the finest locally grown produce\, artisanal goods\, and baked delights. Whether you’re shopping for fresh ingredients\, unique crafts\, or simply enjoying a day out with family\, the Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market will be the place to be. \nMuch like the many festivals in the heart of Old Strathcona\, we will be spilling out in front of the market doors with 83 Avenue blocking traffic for guests to explore safely. Please be prepared to dismount your bicycles and follow the detour signs. \nEvent Highlights \n\nOpening ceremony POW WOW and Round Dance\, Saturday starting at 9:00 am\nLive local music and special guest speakers at the outdoor stage on 83 Ave starting at 10:00 am\nA wide selection of food trucks offering refreshing treats and hot food to eat at the patio tables on 83 Ave\nA kid’s crafts + story time tent by the Edmonton Public Library\nLive community mural painting powered by The Paint Spot\nCommunity Booth fundraising opportunities with the Canadian Cancer Society – Run for the Cure\, SCARS – Second Chance Rescue Society\, The Edmonton Food Bank\, and more\nCelebrity Chef\, Shane Chartrand\, meet and greet\nSunday Family Funday with family-friendly street performers!\n\nMagic show\nDancing robot\nDJ dance party\nGiveaways!\n\n\n\nCheck it out: Saturday\, September 28\, 8 am – 3 pm & Sunday\, September 29\, 11 am – 3 pm \nBike lane detours\, please watch for detours and dismount bikes. Free Bike Valet Saturday only! Free 2-hour customer parking on Saturday and Sunday.
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/harvest-festival-presented-by-the-old-strathcona-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market\, 10310 83 Ave NW\, Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Markets,Festivals,Community
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SUMMARY:The 43rd Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 43rd annual Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival returns to the heart of Old Strathcona August 15 – 25\, 2024. \nFind your love for theatre. Find your sense of adventure. Find your “laugh-so-hard- you-cry” moment. Find your fire-spinning\, chainsaw juggling\, jaw dropping WHOA. Find your inner child as your little one experiences the magic of KidsFringe. Find your reason why Edmonton is STILL Festival City. Find your cool sip under the hot sun. Find your story on stage. Find yourself and all your friends at Festival. Find your Fringe! \nFeaturing 216 theatre productions in 38 venues by more than 1\,600 Artists from right here at home\, across Canada\, and more than 11 countries! Fringe offers many ticketed and FREE events – visit our website for details!
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/edmonton-fringe-festival-2024/
LOCATION:Fringe Grounds\, 10330 84 Ave NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6E 2G9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Arts
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240708
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SUMMARY:Grindstone Comedy Festival!
DESCRIPTION:The Grindstone Comedy Festival BACK! \nThis annual\, independent stand-up\, improv and sketch comedy festival is hosted at Edmonton’s Grindstone Theatre which brings both national performers and rising local talent together under the Edmonton spotlight. With over 15 shows\, there are sure to be uncontrollable belly laughs for all! \nThis year’s Comedy Festival features: \n\nBruce McCulloch\nDebra DiGiovanni\nBonnie McFarlane\nDave Merheje\nClare Bellford\nAND MANY MORE!\n\nWhen: July 3-7\, 2024\nWhere: 10019 81 Ave\, Grindstone Theatre & The Howl & Roar Records Stage (outdoors)\nTickets: https://www.showpass.com/s/events/all/?tags=gcf2024
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/grindstone-comedy-festival-2024/
LOCATION:The Grindstone Comedy Theatre & Bistro\, 10019 81 Ave NW\, Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Arts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240624
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SUMMARY:Improvaganza 2024
DESCRIPTION:Improvaganza is one of the hottest improv festivals in the world\, presented right here in Old Strathcona by Rapid Fire Theatre. From June 20-23\, the Rapid Fire Exchange will host an incredible lineup of some of the most exciting improv comedy talent that the world has to offer\, including Andrew Phung (Kim’s Convenience\, Last One Laughing Canada)\, Botting & McGunnigle (This Hour has 22 Minutes)\, Branded Silk (New York)\, Blackground (Atlanta) and many more! \nWhere: Rapid Fire Theatre\, 10437 83 Ave\, Edmonton AB\nWhen: June 20-23\, 2024
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/improvaganza-2024/
LOCATION:Rapid Fire Theatre\, 10437 83 Ave NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6E 2C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240601T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240601T220000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T210413Z
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SUMMARY:Pride Street Festival - Presented by Fruit Loop
DESCRIPTION:Fruit Loop is excited to kick off Edmonton’s Pride month again to bring you some incredible 2SLGBTQ+ programming this June in support of our friends at Rainbow Refuge!!! \nWe’re partnering with our besties at the Grindstone Theatre June 1 for a FREE\, ALL AGES\, Pride kick-off of epic proportions. Pride activities will be returning to Old Strathcona in west Ritchie AKA the garage district as we host a series of outdoor live performances\, drag shows\, dancers\, photo booths\, community booths\, workshops\, food trucks\, beer gardens and late night dance parties to start Pride month off with a bang. \nSATURDAY JUNE 1 | GRINDSTONE THEATRE GROUNDS (ALL AGES)\nOUTDOOR MAIN STAGE (ALL AGES)\n11:00am – Gates open\n12:00pm – Drag Brunch – BrunchaLinta ft. Ladonna Stone and friends!\n1:30pm – Drag Story Time\n2:30pm – Live Music\n4:00pm – YEG Ballroom Showcase + Discussion\n5:30pm – Haus of Art Takeover Artasia\n6:00pm – Welcome + Happy Pride Remarks\n6:45pm – Treaty 7 Drag Showcase produced by Cedar T.\n9:00pm – Finale Performance Showcase
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/pride-street-festival/
LOCATION:The Grindstone Comedy Theatre & Bistro\, 10019 81 Ave NW\, Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Pride,Festivals,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240531T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240531T233000
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20240514T175329Z
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SUMMARY:Disco in the Parking Lot!
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the 4th annual Disco in the Park Festival becomes…DISCO IN THE PARKING LOT! \nThis year’s Disco In The Park music festival has condensed down into one epic day and night event in partnership with the Fruit Loop X Grindstone Theatre Society Pride Block Party weekend. An outdoor disco party\, dancing in the streets in the center of the city\, plus multiple wild late night after party events within walking distance! Fully licensed\, food available\, and unreal DJ sets and live performances all day from local talents and headlining guests from around the world. Kick off your summer with us for unforgettable vibes. \nThe Deets:\nWhen: Friday\, May 31st\, Starting at 5PM\nWhere: Grindstone Theatre\, 10019 81 Ave \nTickets: https://www.showpass.com/discointhepark2024/
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/disco-in-the-parking-lot/
LOCATION:The Grindstone Comedy Theatre & Bistro\, 10019 81 Ave NW\, Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240229T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240310T150000
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CREATED:20230202T173226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T224913Z
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SUMMARY:SkirtsAfire 2024
DESCRIPTION:SkirtsAfire is back in Old Strathcona and celebrating its 12th anniversary. SkirtsAfire is a theatre and multidisciplinary arts festival featuring women running February 29th – March 10th\, 2024! They create space for artistic excellence to be cultivated\, experienced and passed on. \nSkirtsAfire takes place in various venues in the heart of Old Strathcona and the French Quarter: including their MainStage play Mermaid Legs by Beth Graham at Gateway Theatre. \nReady to be inspired? Take a stroll along Whyte and take part in an interactive found poetry display\, then stop in at Chianti Cafe and enjoy some singer-songwriters! Whether you’re looking for dance\, theatre\, concerts or workshops – there’s something for everyone! Check out their full event calendar here. 
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/skirtsafire-2024/
LOCATION:Whyte Avenue\, Edmonton\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240210T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240225T233000
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20230106T182041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T220212Z
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SUMMARY:Sweet Treats & Latte Festival 2024
DESCRIPTION:Our Sweet Treats & Latte Festival returns February 10\, 2024! Check out all the details at our festival web page.
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/sweet-treats-latte-festival-2024/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Old Strathcona Business Association":MAILTO:info@oldstrathcona.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230902T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230903T140000
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20230829T210817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T210817Z
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SUMMARY:Mural Massive 2023 featuring Carter & The Capitals
DESCRIPTION:Grindstone Theatre Society’s Mural Massive is back for its 4th year Saturday September 2nd featuring the amazing Carter & The Capitals\, Kate Steven’s\, SOUR\, Landon Bushell\, Ntwali\, Jung Kings\, plus comedy from Brad Semotiuk & Jules Ballufi\, DJ sets from Aladean Kheroufi\, Polyesterday\, DJ Tr<3th\, Freshlan\, Joses and live Techno and electronic music at the after party from Benk\, Safa1 and Otuon (Vancouver) \nThis multifaceted festival brings together Edmontons top and upcoming mural artists\, comedians\, bands\, solo artists and djs for a sprawling choose your own adventure event with live art\, and live comedy and music in The Grindstone’s Mural Garden Patio\, and The Grindstone Theatre main stage. The party runs from 2pm-2am aswe kick off the Mural painting that will happen over the week following. \n*Mural Massive is a part of Edmonton Mural Festival and supported by The Paint Spot\, Sonic 102.9\, and MinBid
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/mural-massive-2023-featuring-carter-the-capitals/
LOCATION:The Grindstone Comedy Theatre & Bistro\, 10019 81 Ave NW\, Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Community,Arts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230828
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20230526T205037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T205037Z
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SUMMARY:The 42nd Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
DESCRIPTION:Any way you fringe\, one thing’s for certain: it’s always an adventure to new frontiers and destinations unknown. Experienced Fringe-stro-nauts and first-time spacewalkers are invited to journey with us to infinity as the 42nd Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival returns to the heart of Old Strathcona from August 17 to 27. Grab your zero-grav boots\, tickets\, best fringing pals and your handy guide to the galaxy. The Answer is…FRINGE!   \nAs North America’s largest\, longest-running Fringe Theatre Festival\, we invite you to enjoy live theatre featuring Artists from around the world\, outdoor performances\, ice-cold beer\, green onion cakes\, our ATB Golden Ticket contest\, unpredictable Albertan summer weather\, and so much more!  \nEdmonton Fringe is possible thanks to the generous support of our Funders\, Donors\, Sponsors\, and Volunteers. Our thanks to Lead Festival Partner ATB Financial for supporting the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival.
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/the-42nd-edmonton-international-fringe-theatre-festival/
LOCATION:Fringe Theatre Arts Barns\, 10330 84 Avenue\, Edmonton\, AB\, T6E2G9
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230707T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230709T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20230509T154229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T154229Z
UID:10000387-1688724000-1688922000@oldstrathcona.ca
SUMMARY:Whyte Avenue Art Walk
DESCRIPTION: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 for visitors to become engaged in many creative processes.
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/whyte-avenue-art-walk-2/
LOCATION:Whyte Avenue\, Edmonton\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Community,Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Activate Arts Alberta":MAILTO:info@activateartsab.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230705T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230709T000000
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20230526T210037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T213300Z
UID:10000397-1688590800-1688860800@oldstrathcona.ca
SUMMARY:4th Annual Comedy Festival
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/4th-annual-comedy-festival/
LOCATION:The Grindstone Comedy Theatre & Bistro\, 10019 81 Ave NW\, Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Arts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230625
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20230526T204507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T212725Z
UID:10000395-1686700800-1687651199@oldstrathcona.ca
SUMMARY:Improvaganza
DESCRIPTION:This is the big one! Improvaganza is Edmonton’s international improv and sketch comedy festival featuring improvisers from around the world!
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/improvaganza-2/
LOCATION:Rapid Fire Theatre\, 10437 83 Ave NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6E 2C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230427T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230427T230000
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20230412T230336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T232303Z
UID:10000377-1682625600-1682636400@oldstrathcona.ca
SUMMARY:Hi-Light Festival @ Buckingham
DESCRIPTION:Highlighting our local music scene.\n\nHi-Light Festival presents:\n\nMitch For Mayor Roll The Bones Waldo Poblano Duke & the Peacemakers\n18+\nDoor Time: 8 PM\n\nGrab your tickets here!
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/hi-light-festival-buckingham/
LOCATION:The Buckingham\, 10439 82 Ave NW\, Edmonton\, AB\, T6E2A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230427T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230427T220000
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20230412T225954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T230408Z
UID:10000375-1682622000-1682632800@oldstrathcona.ca
SUMMARY:Hi-Light Festival @ Blakbar (all ages)
DESCRIPTION:Highlighting our local music scene.\n\nHi-Light Festival presents:\n\n*All Ages Show*\n\nMidnight Peg\nForbidden Dimension\nThe Knot No Howz\n\n$15 at the door (cash)\nDoors at 7pm\nBands at 7:30pm
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/hi-light-festival-blakbar-all-ages/
LOCATION:Blak Bar Tavern\, 10762 82 Avenue NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230323T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230402T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20230314T155307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T155307Z
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SUMMARY:Expanse Festival
DESCRIPTION:Expanse 2023 The Future Is Ours…What Are We Going To Do With It? \nMarch 23 – April 2\, 2023 \nExpanse 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?\nCheck out the trailer for Expanse 2023. \nPerformances and programming will be held at the Fringe Theatre Arts Barns in the Westbury Theatre and Studio A.  \nAzimuth Theatre has been part of Edmonton’s theatre community for years producing original content and becoming a performing house for artists with diverse stories to showcase. Our programming is based on building community by creating equitable and inclusive spaces. In fact\, what makes Azimuth Theatre unique among other performing art venues in our city\, is that all of our programming and performances are offered on a Pay-What-You-Will scale.\nAzimuth Theatre is a registered charity (Reg. #13207 1036RR001).
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/expanse-festival/
LOCATION:Fringe Theatre Arts Barns\, 10330 84 Avenue\, Edmonton\, AB\, T6E2G9
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230127T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230129T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20230106T181725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230106T181725Z
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SUMMARY:Ice on Whyte 2023
DESCRIPTION:Come to McIntrye Park January 27-29 to explore the ice garden and even try your hand at sculpting with ice and snow. \nOn 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 mesmerizing experience that always draws a crowd. You can also try your hand at ice carving as part of Chippers classes! These classes are first-come\, first-served\, and participation is by donation. Admission to the park is free all weekend.
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/ice-on-whyte-2023/
LOCATION:Wilbert Mcintyre Park\, 8331 104 St NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6E 4E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221126T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221126T190000
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20220908T171632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221125T013156Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Whyte Light Up 2022
DESCRIPTION: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 winter treats available for purchase and fire pits to keep you cozy. We invite you to start your holiday season in District Whyte! \n \nFree Family Fun: \n\nEPL story time – 5:15pm inside the library and 6pm fireside\nEPL scavenger hunt kits available until 6pm\nFlying Canoë Volant photobooth with Voyageurs\nIce on Whyte live ice carving demonstration\nFirepits across the entire 83 Avenue site\nMusicians\, street performers and roving winter characters (full performance schedule below)\nChristmas carols with the Knox Evangelical Church choir \nDave Jukebox Lee at the Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market\nOSBA Info Tent\n\nWe are also collecting donations for the Edmonton Food Bank and Old Strathcona Youth Society (OSYS). Bring new or gently used winter coats 🧥 (all sizes and genders) and winter boots 🥾 (men’s sizes 10\, 11\, 12\, women’s sizes 7\, 8\, 9) for OSYS. Drop your winter clothing donations off outside of the farmers’ market.  \nHelp us stuff the streetcar 🚋 which will be decorated for the holidays at the Whyte Avenue platform! Bring your food bank donations to the streetcar platform on Whyte Ave\, between Gateway Boulevard and 102 Street (beside the public washrooms) and get yourself a ticket to Spin-to-Win at our info tent. Prizes include OSBA toques and tote bags (while supplies last) and gift cards to neighbourhood businesses.  \n \nPaid activities\, Food and Drink: \n\n\n\nPhotobooth with Mrs. Claus ($5). Limited number of photos\, book yours now: tickets.fringetheatre.ca \nFlying Canoe tire sur la neige (maple taffy) $3\nMr. Capy food truck from Avila Arepa (South American street food\, including churros\, hot chocolate and empanadas) \nPop-up vendors at the Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market\n\nCanadian Kettle Corn (popcorn\, mini-donuts\, cotton candy\, hot and cold drinks)\nOSFM kitchen (hot chocolate\, tea\, coffee\, pop\, water\, grilled cheese\, hot dogs\, chili and soup of the day)\nThe Candyman\nThe Quarter Section (cinnamon buns\, pastries)\nTheo’s Greek Kusina (baklava)\nFantasy Pretzels (pretzels\, mini-donuts\, meat pies\, lemonade)\nAyco Bakery (meat pies\, savoury pastries\, cookies)\nCanadian Kettle Corn (popcorn\, mini donuts\, cotton candy) \n\n\nWinter favourites and extended hours at Sugared & Spiced\, The Woodrack Cafe\, and Fringe Grounds Cafe\n🐶 “Dog Nog” for $2.50 and other pet snacks from Global Pet Foods-Whyte Ave ($1 from dog nog donated to Zoe’s Animal Rescue)\n\n\n\nOld Strathcona is a pet-friendly business district! All of the outdoor events during Winter Whyte Light Up will be pet-friendly\, as long as four-legged visitors are on a leash. And there are more than 40 stores and services where you and your pet can shop together. Check them our on our pet-friendly map. \nAnd don’t forget about our Shop Hop\, Thursday-Saturday. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInstagrammable: \n\n\n\n\n\nHoliday displays in McIntyre Park\, including the gazebo and mega-trees\nIce on Whyte live carving demonstration\nFlying Canoe voyageurs and mini-canoe\nMrs. Claus and a cast of winter characters\nThe High Level Bridge Streetcar decorated for the holidays (at the Whyte Avenue platform)\n\n\n\n\n\nMusicians on the McIntyre Park stage: \n\nTwophonium – 4:15pm\nJay Gilday – 4:45pm\nKnox Church caroling – 5:20pm\nTwophonium – 5:40pm\nCynthia Hamar – 6:05pm\nHosted by Rhea March\, from CJSR’s “It Takes a Village”\n\nStreet performers and Circus Artists: \n\nCopper Cowboy\nHula Hoop Circus\nThe Winter Fairy\nThe Royal Guards\n\nIn the Fringe Threat lobby: \n\nThe Great Balanzo – 4:45pm\nHula Hoop Circus – 5:30pm\nKnox Church caroling – 6:30pm\n\nAt the Whyte Avenue streetcar platform (between Gateway Blvd. and 102 Street) \n\nKnox Church caroling – 4:30pm\nTwophonium – 5pm\n\nFor the adults: \n \nThe Mrs. Claus Holiday Spectacular (18+) at the Edmonton Fringe Arts Barns. Two shows in one night\, at 7pm and 9pm. Tickets are $20 in advance\, $25 at the door (limited walk-up tickets). Tickets on sale now: tickets.fringetheatre.ca \nDrag & Burlesque performers: \n\nArtasia\nBeau Creep\nColin Bae\nHeinrich Hollandaise\nLaDonna Stone\nLeTabby Lexington\nOrpheus\nPepper\nScarlett Von Bomb\nSelena Cuchina\nand Claudia Hartout as Mrs. Claus\n\n\n  \nThank you to our sponsors! \n \nWinter Whyte Light Up is supported by the Edmonton Arts Council and the City of Edmonton\nWinter City Edmonton\nATB Branch for Arts and Culture\nLong & McQuade\nExplore Edmonton \nThank you to our partners: \nGoodwill Alberta\, Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market\, Flying Canoe Volant & La Cite Francophone\, Ice on Whyte\, Edmonton Public Library\, Edmonton Fringe\, Acme Circus\, Edmonton Food Bank\, Old Strathcona Youth Society\, The Mustard Seed\, Knox Church \nFestival support: \nBird Creatives\, Jin Media\, CJSR\, Five Star Holiday Décor
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/winter-whyte-light-up-2022/
LOCATION:McIntyre Park\, 8331 104 Street\, Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Community,Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220903T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220910T220000
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20220516T221807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T221649Z
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SUMMARY:Mural Massive 2022
DESCRIPTION: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 art with an evening garden party at The Grindstone Theatre on Friday\, September 9.\nNew murals will be painted at Ibon Antiques (10423 79 Avenue) and the giant wall at SouthBARK\, Whyte Avenue’s pop-up dog part (10551 82 Avenue).
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/grindstones-mural-massive/
LOCATION:The Grindstone Comedy Theatre & Bistro\, 10019 81 Ave NW\, Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220905
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20220425T205724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T180416Z
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SUMMARY:Cocktails N Jerk Festival
DESCRIPTION: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 the long winter period.
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/cocktails-n-jerk-festival/
LOCATION:McIntyre Park\, 8331 104 Street\, Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220902T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220903T233000
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20220823T213139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T213139Z
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SUMMARY:Whyte Avenue Blues Festival
DESCRIPTION: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 is a blues bash that you don’t want to miss! \nGet your tickets at: www.showpass.com/wabfsept2
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/whyte-avenue-blues-festival/
LOCATION:Blues on Whyte\, 10329 82 Ave NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6E 1Z9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220822
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20220425T205707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T180551Z
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SUMMARY:Fringe Theatre Festival
DESCRIPTION: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 to the heart of Old Strathcona August 11 – 21. Grab your backpack\, Festival Guide\, tickets\, walking shoes\, and best fringing pals. It’s Destination Fringe!Tickets go on sale August 3 at Noon.Edmonton Fringe is possible thanks to the generous support of our funders\, donors\, and sponsors. Our big fringey thanks to Lead Partner and Sponsor ATB Financial (@ATBFinancial) for supporting the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival. \nStay tuned for more info about our amazing theme designer for this year\, Kyle Smith (InkFable Media)! We are back and ready to fringe!
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/fringe-theatre-festival/
LOCATION:Fringe Theatre ATB Financial Arts Barns\, 10330 84 Avenue\, Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220810T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220810T235900
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20220802T161845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220802T161845Z
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SUMMARY:Fringe Street Party
DESCRIPTION:The Street Party is the stuff of Fringe lore. The very first Street Party took place in 1984\, when the Fringe welcomed a then up-and-coming k.d. lang to play to 3\,500 people… the largest audience she’d ever played for at the time. \nIt’s been a while since they’ve hosted a Street Party\, but they wanted to say thank you to their incredible community for standing by them and the live entertainment industry during the pandemic.Fringers\, get ready for this electrifying lineup. The Halluci Nation\, Sudan Archives\, Sampler Café\, and Tzadeka & The Murder Hornettes are lighting up the outdoor stage to kick off Destination Fringe with the biggest\, best Free Street Party ever thrown. Let’s dance!
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/fringe-street-party/
LOCATION:Fringe Theatre ATB Financial Arts Barns\, 10330 84 Avenue\, Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220713T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220723T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20220707T162612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220707T162612Z
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SUMMARY:Improvaganza 2022
DESCRIPTION:Each summer\, Rapid Fire Theatre hosts the best improv and sketch comedy acts on the planet for Improvaganza! With something new happening almost every day from July 13 to 23\, it’s impossible to miss out on the fun! \nMake sure to head to their website and grab tickets before it’s too late! Wanting to attend multiple nights? Ticket packages are also available to purchase.
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/improvaganza-2022/
LOCATION:8529 Gateway Blvd\, 8529 Gateway Blvd\, Edmonton\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220708T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220710T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20220425T205617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220516T224624Z
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SUMMARY:Whyte Avenue Art Walk
DESCRIPTION:The 2022 Whyte Avenue Art Walk returns to the streets of Old Strathcona July 8 – 10\, 2022. People are invited to buy art directly from the artists. All artists\, brave enough to share their work\, are welcome to participate. The Art Walk is a non-juried event that attracts professional artists\, amateurs\, and students.
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/whyte-avenue-art-walk/
LOCATION:Whyte Avenue\, Edmonton\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220711
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20220516T220715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220629T221532Z
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SUMMARY:Found Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 2022 Found Festival line up is about finding space\, finding connection\, and finding you as part of the art. This four-day long event will celebrate the work of local and national artists through live\, in-person\, and digital performances that respond to place and space in the heart of Old Strathcona and beyond. \nJuly 7 – 10\, 2022
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/found-festival/
LOCATION:The Backstage Theatre\, 10330 84 Avenue NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220711
DTSTAMP:20260515T231152
CREATED:20220425T205609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220705T164005Z
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SUMMARY:Grindstone Comedy Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 3rd annual Grindstone Comedy Festival hosts some of Canada’s top Comedians\, Sketch groups & Improvisors! \nTickets will be available online or in person at the Grindstone Theatre Box Office.
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/grindstone-comedy-festival/
LOCATION:The Grindstone Comedy Theatre & Bistro\, 10019 81 Ave NW\, Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220704
DTSTAMP:20260515T231153
CREATED:20220425T205755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220516T224644Z
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SUMMARY:Edmonton International Jazz Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Edmonton Jazz Festival Society was formed in 2005 in order to foster the development and enjoyment of jazz music in the city. Through their annual festival\, educational workshops and various community outreach programs\, the Edmonton Jazz Festival Society works to ensure that Edmontonians will be able to play and celebrate jazz music for generations to come.
URL:https://oldstrathcona.ca/event/edmonton-international-jazz-festival/
LOCATION:The Yardbird Suite\, 11 Tommy Banks Way\, Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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