Shadow Theatre Presents: The Revolutionists
2026-04-04, 2026-04-05 | Varscona Theatre, 10329 83 Ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Four beautiful, bad-ass women lose their heads in this irreverent, girl-powered comedy set during the French Revolution’s Reign of Terror. Playwright Olympe de Gouges, assassin Charlotte Corday, former queen (and fan of ribbons) Marie Antoinette, and Haitian rebel Marianne Angelle hang out, murder Marat, and try to beat back the extremist insanity in 1793 Paris. It’s a true story. Or total fiction. Or a play about a play. Or a raucous resurrection… that ends in a song and a scaffold.
When: March 18 – April 5, 2026, various performance times
Where: Varscona Theatre, 10329 83 Ave NW
Cost: $1-$40, various ticket prices

Cosmo Spring Sundays: Reverberations and Wednesday Band
2026-04-12 14:30 - 16:30 (America/Edmonton) | Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton, Canada
Join the Reverberations Handbells and Wednesday Band as they venture over the hills and far away in this exciting concert of evocative original works, folk songs, dances and meditations.
The handbell repertoire includes Betty Radford’s (one of our very own Reverberations ringers) piece “Connections” which was chosen to represent Canada at the 2026 International Handbell Symposium in Scotland.
Reverberations then moves on to nature, with an arrangement of “Sing a Rainbow” from a 1955 film, an arrangement of “What a Wonderful World” and “Spirit in the Wind”. We take a trip to Asia with pieces from Singapore and Japan, then end our world tour in Scotland with Gaelic pieces.
Wednesday Band will play “Country Wildflowers” (a lyrical piece based loosely on an old Scottish folk song from about 1709), “Under the Prairie Sky” and “Journey (Paddle Song)” by Canada’s own Robert Buckley, “One Small Step”, and the magnificent ”On a Hymnsong of Philip Bliss”, concluding with a trip to Spain and the fiery “Malagueña”.
When: Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 2:30PM
Where: Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd
Cost: $20 adults (18+), $12 students (6-17)

An Indigenous Taste of the Market at Old Strathcona Farmers' Market
2026-04-15 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-05-13 18:30 - 20:30 | Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market, 10310 83 Ave NW, Edmonton
A Unique, Fine Dining Experience with Chef Shane Chartrand x Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market.
Experience the market like never before—after hours, under the soft glow of evening, for an intimate dining experience that blends food, culture, and storytelling.
Indigenous chef Shane Chartrand curates an exclusive, multi-course menu, sourcing only the freshest ingredients from our market vendors. With each dish, he shares the rich history and traditions of Indigenous cuisine, offering a deeper connection to the food on your plate.
Step into a warm, welcoming space that feels both like an intimate gathering and a culinary showcase, featuring thoughtful, seasonal cooking, combined with Indigenous culture. Guests are invited to slow down, connect, and share a meal that highlights local flavour and culture, while Shane and his team guide the evening with attentive service, easy hospitality, and a sense of celebration.

Collective Healing Centre Presents: Anxiety/Stress Yoga Series
2026-04-18 - 2026-05-23 | Collective Healing Centre, #100B, 8230 105 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 4X8, Canada
The anxiety/stress yoga series is a 6-week series designed to help support individuals experiencing anxiety and stress through gentle, accessible movement and mindfulness practices. This class series is taught by yoga instructor and provisional psychologist, Laura McLaughlin. Each class focuses on calming the nervous system through breathwork, grounding techniques, and slow, intentional yoga postures that encourage relaxation and body awareness. As you move through the series, you will build on these practices, helping you manage anxiety and stress.
When: Saturdays from 2-3 PM, starting April 18, 2026
Where: Collective Healing Centre, #100B, 8230 105 St NW
Cost: $168 + GST for full series

Sample Sale at John Fluevog Shoes
2026-04-18 10:00 - 18:00 | John Fluevog Shoes, 10344 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 1Z8, Canada
The Fluevog Sample Sale is returning to Alberta — this time for the fine, fabulous Fluevogers of Edmonton! Swing by our Edmonton store on Saturday, April 18th to shop a collection of one-of-a-kind Vogs you absolutely won’t want to miss. No sign-up is required to attend, but we recommend getting here early for the best selection!
When: Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 10 AM-6 PM
Where: John Fluevog Shoes, 10344 82 Ave NW
Cost: Shoes are $249 and boots $299

Cosmo Spring Sundays: Beginner Band Year II & Tuesday Band
2026-04-19 14:30 - 16:30 | Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton, Canada
Join the Year II and Tuesday Bands on an engaging musical journey across the seas, over volcanoes, and a serene flight through the air. Featuring classic band repertoire, including Canadian composer, Robert Buckley’s favourite, “Windjammer” and Anne McGinty’s masterwork, “The Red Balloon,” Steven Reineke’s epic sound piece, “Goddess of Fire,” movie soundtrack theme songs and delightful folk song settings, this concert will be sure to capture the imaginations of people of all ages.
When: Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 2:30PM
Where: Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd
Cost: $20 adults (18+), $12 students (6-17)

House of Hush Presents: Burlesque Marathong!
2026-04-24 18:30 - 22:30 | Varscona Theatre, 10329 83 Ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Want to be razzled and dazzled by House of Hush’s roster of performers doing their biggest (and newest) stage acts? This is your chance to watch a burlesque marathon(g)!
Burlesque festivals require great video footage for applications – this show is a stepping stone to opportunity, so performers can get their acts filmed on a big theatre stage. Performers will be showcasing their biggest and newest acts for the video camera (and you) to hopefully take them to festivals around the world. The ticket income from this show goes towards paying for the venue rental and insurance, professional video footage and professional photos. Come out and cheer them on!
Doors at 6:30pm / Show at 7:30pm
This show is *at least* 2 hours long – it is a Marathong, after all! There will be an intermission in the middle.
Community & Student Tickets: $20 + fees
General Admission: $30 + fees
This is an 18+ show.

Vertex Quartet: Strings & Keys
2026-04-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Knox Church, 8403 104 St, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Renowned guest pianist Bethel Balge takes the stage with Vertex Quartet to perform Schumann’s spectacular piano quintet and Beethoven’s Op. 11 piano trio!
This concert will also feature a performance by the winner of Vertex Quartet’s 3rd Annual Open Music Competition!
When: Friday, April 24, 2026, at 7PM
Where: Knox Evangelical Church, 8403 104 St NW
Cost: $15-35, tickets at the door or on Eventbrite

House of Hush Presents: The Big Burlesque Show
2026-04-25 18:30 - 21:30 | Varscona Theatre, 10329 83 Ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Big acts, big concepts, big burlesque! Join us at the gorgeous Varscona Theatre for The Big Burlesque Show on the big stage, featuring our Canadian Montréal-based headliner Zyra Lee Vanity!
Doors at 6:30pm / Show at 7:30pm. This show is approximately 2 hours with an intermission.
Early Bird Tickets: $30 + fees (available while quantities last)
Regular Admission: $35 + fees
VIP: $50 + fees (get a gift bag and a seat in the first 3 rows!)
Please note – burlesque is 18+

Shadow Theatre Presents: Autumn
2026-05-06 - 2026-05-24, 2026-05-06, 2026-05-07, 2026-05-08, 2026-05-09, 2026-05-12, 2026-05-13, 2026-05-14 and 6 more dates | Varscona Theatre, 10329 83 Ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Eccentric sisters Rose and Kathryn have never had an easy relationship. Now they must live and work together to urgently organize a wedding. As optimistic Rose embraces her later years, wealthy Kathryn battles over her most recent divorce. Amid the mounting chaos, the cake, the wine and the overly attractive gardener, the women will discover surprising new things about life and each other. A lighthearted and outrageously funny play about sisterhood, growing older, and finding laughter and hope in a life of constant change.
When: May 6-24, 2026, various dates
Where: Varscona Theatre, 10329 83 Ave NW
Cost: $1-$40, various ticket options

OddBird Art & Craft Fair
2026-05-08 17:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-10 10:00 - 16:00 | Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton, Canada
Edmonton’s newest and chirpiest indie art market, OddBird Art & Craft Fair, is landing in Old Strathcona this spring from May 8-10.
Our spring lineup features 70+ artists and community arts organizations from Edmonton and beyond. Get ready for colourful ceramics, indie literature, intricate beadwork, hand-dyed textiles, kids toys, art prints, and much more! We’ll have fresh coffee and snacks on site all weekend long.
When:
Friday, May 8, 2026, from 5-9 PM
Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 10AM – 5PM
Sunday, May 10, 2026, from 10AM – 4PM
Where: Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre, 8426 Gateway Blvd
Cost: $5 admission/kids are free + wares for purchase
