Here are the BEST Things to do in Edmonton this Week - April 9-15
Hot Dogs, Hard Bops, Pottery Workshops and FREE BURGERS FOR A YEAR!
This week, it’s Hot Dogs & Hard Bop POP-UP, Open Mic Comedy, Drop in figure drawing, ARTS FESTIVALS ALL OVER and a big anniversary being celebrated at The Bower, one of our favourite places to spend a Saturday night in Edmonton.
We’re all about those budget bites right now - and so this is the perfect time to share how you could get your hands on FREE BURGERS FOR ONE YEAR! Carl’s Jr. is opening a brand new location in Edmonton and in addition to fun activities, the first 100 customers will get their hands on free burgers for the full year. Check it out this weekend for a cheap eat this weekend. 4710 Gateway Blvd.
What’s new/cool/trending this Week
This week is the launch of the One Act Play Festival! You can see 9, one-act plays and a weekend pass is only $35! Buy tickets for the One Act Play Festival, here.
Wok Box is celebrating their anniversary and 60 locations across Canada! Celebrate their anniversary with a contest to win a trip for two to Asia, and check out the Cheese Stretch Challenge at @Wokbox!
CHOCOFEST! Tickets are on sale now for ChocoFest, a two-day festival celebrating everything Chocolate in Alberta. Come, sip and taste at this magical way to experience new flavours. Buy Tickets for the ChocoFest
Thursday Night is COUPLES GAMING TOURNAMENT! It’s an hour of gaming at The Rec Room where you’ll compete with other couples to get the top three scores. Best scores win gift cards and you get an hour of unlimited play in the Yard!
Check out this Friendship band Making workshop in Edmonton. Register for a session. Want to make your friendships shine? Join us for a fun workshop where you'll learn to craft beautiful sterling silver friendship bands together.
Check out this month’s FOOD AND DRINK POP-UP EVENTS in Edmonton!
Here are the best things to do in Edmonton this week
Wednesday April 9, 2025
FREE Open Mic Comedy at Grindstone Theatre. Every week Wednesday at 10PM The Grindstone hosts one of Edmonton's only Stand-Up Comedy Open Mics to give first timers a chance to take a huge risk, and pros a chance to work on new material. Each set is 5 minutes, with a light at 4 minutes.
View an Eagle release at Strathcona Science Park! Get up close and join Alberta Society for Injured Birds of Prey in the celebration of the return to the wild after this eagles rehabilitation and successful recovery!
Thursday April 10, 2025
Catch a FREE Art Hive Workshop at Art Gallery of Alberta. Come and join the Art Gallery of Alberta for the community art marking initiative Art Hive! It's free and open to all, every Thursday from 12 to 2 p.m.
Mammoth Bites at Royal Alberta Museum. A PechaKucha style lecture highlighting three different speakers presented at Royal Alberta Museum. Each speaker will give a fast-paced presentation followed by a quick round of Q&A from the audience.
Adult Drop-in Open Studio: Figure Drawing. Begin the session with some gesture drawing and short poses, then transition into the third dimension and use clay to sculpt the figure. Play with additive and subtractive techniques, and volume and form to create a unique artwork. This class features a nude model.
Jesse Lipscomb is launching his new book, The Art of Doing - at Audreys Books. A new guide from Jesse Lipscomb, the wildly popular actor, speaker, writer, entrepreneur, pro-athlete and singer, on how to embrace a life of curiosity, action and adventure while still mastering your to-do list. Sensible, practical and inspiring, ‘The Art of Doing’ will help you do any and everything you hope for.
FREE Films at the Library ‘We Live in Time’ Almut and Tobias are brought together in a surprise encounter that changes their lives. As they embark on a path challenged by the limits of time, they learn to cherish each moment of the unconventional route their love story has taken.
Couples Gaming Tournament. Play one-hour of unlimited games at The Rec Room and compete against other couples for THREE gift card prizes. Do you have what it takes to take home the prize?
Friday April 11, 2025
Friday Night Live Music Series at The Carrot. Loud in the Pines is an Edmonton-based indie-folk duo whose songs will transport you from the wide open prairies to the forests and cliffs they dream about.
Stage Struck! One Act Play Festival. The 2025 festival will feature nine plays covering a wide array of genres from period dramas to movement-based storytelling. The line-up this year includes six new works by local playwrights and two previously produced works. The best part? You can get a full weekend pass to see every play in the festival for only $35.
Bring your own Cup Slurpee Day. Get your hands on a $2.49 Slurpee - bring your own cup and make it a fun one!
Find the best things to do in Edmonton this weekend. Read this weekend’s full Edmonton Weekend Guide - Right here.
Saturday April 12, 2025
Comic, Zines and Book Market. In its 4th year, the Art Gallery of Alberta have broadened the scope of the Comic, Zine and Books Market to include all artists working in the realm of book arts including comics, zines, art books, printmaking, bookbinding, calligraphy and more!
Whisky Lunch at The Bothy. taste and learn about Eau Claire's finest whiskies. This in-person experience will give you the opportunity to chat with Caitlin Quinn herself, gaining insights into the art of whisky distillation.
BRUNCH DAY PARTY! Soft Life is popping up at Central Social Hall. Spring is here, and we are setting the vibe just right! This brunch is all about good food, great energy, and amazing company-designed for a vibrant crowd that loves to eat, connect, and enjoy life.
Hot Dogs & Hard Bop. Tickets are $20 and include your first hot dog, a welcome splash, and your spot. Only 30 tickets available!
The Bower is celebrating 24 years of downstairs vibes. For those who Know Saturdays have been happening at the bower are a house music ritual in Edmonton and it’s your chance to listen, dance and create community.
Drag Bingo: 80s Edition. Get ready to glam up, rock out, and win big at Drag Bingo - 80's Edition, where bingo meets neon colors, big hair, and totally tubular prize.
Live Music at The Red Door, the bakery during the day turned speakeasy at night with a delicious cocktail and small menu - this weekend, catch Timewind at The Red Door for $10 cover charge.
Sunday April 13, 2025
Take a Bento Cake and Cupcake workshop with Brown Sugar Baking School. In this creative Bento cake and cupcake workshop, you’ll create your own 5” bento style cake and two matching cupcakes - perfect for gifting, or treating yourself.
Create your Own To-go coffee cup. Cranky Ceramics offers a "Create Your Own To-Go Coffee Cup" experience, allowing you to personalize your own ceramic travel mug. This activity is perfect for individuals or groups looking to craft a unique, functional piece of art. Spend two hours designing and customizing your own to-go coffee mug.
Join a $5 Cooking class/Book Club at Edmonton Public Library. At this month's culinary book club, you will be reading Pachinko by Min Jin Lee and making kimchijeon (kimchi pancakes.)
Check out a POP UP MUSEUM! Ever wished you could show off your grandpa’s old lunchbox, or the menu from your parents’ restaurant? Join this family-friendly pop-up museum!
Campio Brewing Drag Brunch. Campio Brewing Co. is thrilled to bring you our April Drag Brunch! A day of delicious food, craft beer and fabulous entertainment.
Monday April 14, 2025
Green Drinks! Green Drinks Edmonton is making a come back this year. For six magnificent events, the Bentstick Brewery supported our revival, until we outgrew there capacity to host us. For April, we will be hosted by EPIC market, on the second floor of the Station Park building.
Tuesday April 15, 2025
Take a functional pottery workshop with Terra Cotta Pottery. In this workshop, students will make their own functional pottery out of terra cotta clay while learning introductory handbuilding pottery techniques. No experience necessary, this ceramic pottery class is fun for all levels! Let your creativity flow as you design your own herb stripper that is unique to you.
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