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Teatro Live! Presents: I Meant What I Said by Stewart Lemoine
2026-02-26 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-02-27 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-02-28 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-03-01 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-03-03 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-03-04 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-03-05 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-03-06 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) and 2 more dates | Varscona Theatre, 10329 83 Ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Approaching a milestone birthday, Dinah, a genial philosopher and girl about town, finds herself surrounded by a completely unexpected coterie of companions and is swept into an escapade of discovery and adventure in the most surprising series of locales.
Written by beloved Edmonton playwright Stewart Lemoine, I Meant What I Said is Lemoine’s first new play in seven years. Lemoine is a 10-time Sterling Award winner with over 80 produced plays, he is a master of witty, insightful comedy, and this long-awaited premiere will be well worth the wait!
Starring: Bella King, Sam Free, Jayce McKenzie, Nida Vanderham, and Eli Yaschuk
When: February 19 – March 8, 2026
Where: Varscona Theatre, 10329 83rd Ave NW
Cost: $42 for adults, $37 for seniors, and $25 for students

Fringe Theatre Presents: Countries Shaped Like Stars
2026-02-26, 2026-02-27, 2026-02-28 | The Backstage Theatre, 10330 84 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Part Storytelling, part concert, Countries Shaped Like Stars is a whimsical love story spun from everyday magic and the sounds of spoons, whirly-winds, and a mandolin. Gwendolyn Magnificent and Bartholomew Spectacular live on neighbouring peninsulas in a world where words grow on trees and anticipation hums in the air. Connected by string, sound, and the spaces in between, this is a love story that will leave you breathless.
Born on the Fringe Festival circuit, Countries Shaped Like Stars is a shining example of how remarkable theatre can begin at Festivals like the Fringe. From 2009-2022, audiences fell in love with this magical story at various Festivals across Canada where Artists take bold chances and create extraordinary things.
Winner of the Staff Choice Award at the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival in 2013, and recipient of the Prix Rideau Award for Outstanding Fringe Production and Outstanding New Work, this story invites the audience into a dreamlike fable about love, longing, and the beauty of trying to stay connected, even when you are worlds apart.
When: February 17-28, 2026
Where: Fringe Theatre Arts Barns | The Backstage Theatre, 10330 84 Ave NW
Cost: $26, or Pay What You Will

Silly Billy Pop-Up Art Market at Fluevog Shoes
2026-02-28 12:00 - 17:00 | John Fluevog Shoes, 10344 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 1Z8, Canada
Silly Billy Market is doing a small pop-up art market featuring local artists selling their works at John Fluevog Shoes on Whyte Ave.
When: Saturday, February 28th at 12PM
Where: John Fluevog Shoes, 10344 82 Ave NW
Cost: FREE to attend, art for sale by artists

SkirtsAfire Festival 2026
2026-03-05 - 2026-03-15 | The Gateway Theatre, 8529 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton, AB, T6E 6P3, Canada
SkirtsAfire is Edmonton’s theatre and multidisciplinary arts festival featuring and elevating the work of women. In conjunction with International Women’s Day, SkirtsAfire’s 10-day programming features a wide array of passionate, transformative and engaging women-led performances, workshops and exhibits in various disciplines such as: Theatre, Dance, Poetry, Visual Art, Design, Music, Cabaret, Comedy and more.
Along with their regular programming, this year’s festival will feature four bold, brand-new works by women artists: stories that chart identity, belonging, healing, and resistance. These world premieres are at the heart of this year’s theme: The Maps We Make.
The 2026 SkirtsAfire Festival runs March 5 – 15 at various venues in Old Strathcona and the French Quarter, plus their newest venue in Rossdale: ArtsHub Ortona. There’s lots to see and do at SkirtsAfire – take it all in!
Learn more and purchase tickets at skirtsafire.com
When: March 5-15, 2026, various times and venues
Cost: Ranges from pay-what-you-can to $30 per person

Key of Me at Chianti on Whyte
2026-03-11 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Chianti on Whyte, 10501 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 2A3, Canada
Celebrate a night out with dinner and a show! Enjoy deals on appetizers, wine and beer at everyone’s favourite pasta place while listening to the sweet sounds of our featured performers!
March 11: Rachel Gleddie & Esther Forseth; Lena Daniels & Willow Gladue; Diana Stabel & Lindsey Nagy
March 12: Carla Jayne; Paula Eve Kirman; Commonwealthgirrl
Be sure to set up a reservation at Chianti for this special event to receive discounts. Call 780-439-9829 and let them know you’re booking for “SkirtsAfire” to save your seat!
When: March 11th and 12th at 5 PM
Where: Chianti on Whyte, 10501 82 Ave NW
Cost: Varies based on menu items ordered, donations to SkirtsAfire are accepted at the door

SkirtsAfire Festival Presents: Things I Shouldn't Tell You
2026-03-12 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-03-13 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-03-14 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-03-14 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-03-15 13:30 - 15:30 | Walterdale Theatre, 10322 83 Ave, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 5C3, Canada
Known for her sharp wit and fearless performances, Shannan shares stories about her life, including the benefits of a magical mistress, a quick-fix vibrator, and a masterclass in plucking chin hairs, as she navigates the trials and triumphs of being a woman smack in the middle.
When: March 12-15, 2026
Where: Walterdale Theatre, 10322 83 Ave NW
Cost: Starting at $25 for students and seniors

Meraki Emporium Grand Opening
2026-03-13 10:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-14 10:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-15 10:00 - 19:00 | Meraki Emporium, 10011 82 Ave, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E1Z2, Canada
Want to see the hottest new spot to find your favourite artisans? Come join us on March 13th-15th for our Grand Opening, in the creative hub on Whyte Avenue.
Come support artisans and hand-makers not only from Edmonton & surrounding areas, but as far as BC, Man. and Ont. as well! We have an amazing collective of vendors with a relaxing shopping experience as we’re set up like a retail department store.
You can even grab a comfy spot in our Conversation Corner and mingle with staff and local artisans.
Every purchase is also entered to win 1 of 3 door prizes; an amazing gift basket valued at over $400 that we put together with a fabulous selection of various vendor goods, a $100 gift certificate and a $50 gift certificate.
When: March 13-15, 2026, from 10 AM to 7 PM
Where: Meraki Emporium, 10011 82 Ave NW
Cost: FREE, with goods available for purchase

Shadow Theatre Presents: The Revolutionists
2026-03-18 - 2026-04-05, 2026-03-18, 2026-03-19 | 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

An Indigenous Taste of the Market at Old Strathcona Farmers' Market
2026-03-18 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.
