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. It’s been a while since they've hosted a Street Party, but they wanted […]
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 […]
The Commercial – Home of Blues On Whyte presents At The Crossroads, a musical salute to the world’s first rock star: Robert Johnson! From Mississippi and for 2 nights only, Robert Johnson’s grandson and The Sons of Chicago celebrate the man, the myth, and the music. Cloaked in mystery, blues legend Robert Johnson changed the […]
Head over to the neighbourhood’s favourite coffee spot and enjoy our singer-songwriters as they share their inspiring talents! Happening 11am – 1pm on March 4, 5 and 11, with a special evening performance from 6-7pm on March 10! March 4 @ 11am – 1pm March 5 @ 11am – 1pm March 10 @ 6pm – […]
Tickets are $19 including fees. Tickets at the door will be $20 and subject to availability. One dollar from every ticket sold will go to MusiCounts, Canada’s music education charity for youth. Due to limited capacity, we highly recommend securing your seat in advance! Want to make the most out of SkirtsAfire's jam-packed 11 days? Festival passes available […]
Music: Cancer Bats with Trench and Mint Club at The Buckingham Presented by The Buckingham