Edmonton & Area

Attend a festival or event in Edmonton and right away you’ll notice a difference.

From jubilant local crowds to long sunny days, Canada’s northernmost metropolis enjoys a deserved reputation for great events, bolstered by a lively artistic community.

At these high northern latitudes entertainment is part of how community thrives. Year round, there are so many things to do in Edmonton!

Get to know YEG

(a primer on Edmonton's event scene)

Cultural capital
Alberta's capital city, Edmonton (aka #YEG) boasts the second largest Fringe theatre festival in the world, a Heritage Fest like no other, Taste of Edmonton’s annual culinary tour de force and live music events galore.

Spectacular event settings
And what a backdrop! Many of Edmonton’s biggest and best events happen either within the North Saskatchewan River valley—like the Edmonton Folk Fest or the Flying Canoe Volant Festival—or in the neighbouring Whyte Ave area.

Sports events
The city also hosts major international sporting events, like the FIFA Women’s World Cup Canada (2015) and 2021 World Triathlon Championships.

In winter 2022, #Shredmonton hosted The Style Experience with Snowboard Canada, erecting the largest big air snowboard ramp ever built in Commonwealth Stadium.

In 2023, you can cheer on the Canadian Road Cycling Championships, FIBA Men's/Women's 3x3 Basketball, to name a couple.

More things to do in Edmonton

Between acts, you can find new adventures in the Edmonton river valley, or visit Ek Island National Park, famed for its bison. Other Edmonton famous attractions include West Edmonton Mall, the NHL's Edmonton Oilers and the CFL's Edmonton Elks.

Check out these Edmonton events and festivals and start planning your next adventure here!