Here are the BEST Things to do in Edmonton this Week: November 14-20, 2024 by Edmonton.events
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The Pirates of Penzance Hits the Stage this week. Get ready for a rollicking good time with Gilbert and Sullivan's classic operetta, “The Pirates of Penzance”! This delightful and comedic romp takes you on a swashbuckling journey through the high seas and British shores, brimming with unforgettable melodies, charming characters, and witty wordplay.
Next week, the Under $100 Art Show comes to Edmonton. 100 Artists- 1000s of pieces of art - and all under $100. After 16 successful years in Calgary, the Under $100 Art Show is expanding to Vancouver and Edmonton.
Garneau Block is hosting a retro 80s Babies party at Darling on November 27, 2024. Tickets are $40 and include a flight of Gabrio Bini wines (4x 1oz pours). Special dinner features will be available, as well as some pretty rad wine features with prices you might not have seen since the 80’s. Fun kicks off at 6pm, resos here.
The opening date for Friday Night snow tubing with live music and beer has been announced and you can hit the hill for two hours, for $21. Tickets are on sale now for the first night, a GLOW TUBING NIGHT on January 10, 2024.
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Here are the Best Things to do in Edmonton this Week
Thursday, November 14, 2024
Kick off the holiday season with the Tree lighting ceremony at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald. Start the holiday season off at our annual community Tree Lighting Ceremony. The hour-long celebration includes live musical performances by local children’s choir, fresh cookies, hot chocolate and plenty of festive cheer!
On Thursday nights, the Common is hosting Sunset Boogie! Find live country music, $9, 16-oz cask pours, $7 draught pours, $16 burger and fries and $12/wings!
It’s Adult Open Studio at Art Gallery of Alberta. The holiday season is fast approaching and there is a lot to celebrate. Get a head start and design a set of cards to send out to your loved ones letting them know you are thinking of them. Try watercolour, printed or pop-up versions.
Friday, November 15, 2024
Sip & Science at Telus World of Science. Welcome to Sip & Science - an exclusive adults-only event where you can sip, mingle, and experience the feature exhibition! This is your chance to have some fun without the kids and be a kid again!
Psychology of Serial Killers at Yellowhead. Dr. Rachel Toles is a licensed clinical psychologist in both the state of California and the state of Minnesota. Dr. Toles' current clinical areas of practice include, but are not limited to: treating relationship, intimacy, and sexual problems, anxiety, trauma, depression, addiction, and poor impulse control.
Grindstone is hosting a 90s Party. Step into a time machine every Friday night at The Grindstone Theatre! It’s the ultimate nostalgia party, where each week celebrates a different decade—from the funky 70s to the iconic 2000s. 90's Night at The Grindstone.
Saturday, November 16, 2024
Lock in for a full day curling bonspiel tournament. The ESSC’s bi-annual Curling BonSpiels are a few of the most fun tournaments of the year. They're so much fun that we even nicknamed them 'FunSpiels'! Never curled before? No problem; this is a really recreational event that’s all about fun.
Check out the Grand Opening Celebration at Wafflebird for a delicious fried chicken sando. Come celebrate the opening of Waffle Bird’s new location with chicken and waffles for life! Spend a minimum of $15 and you will be entered in a draw to receive a LIFETIME CHICKEN MEMBERSHIP!
Kick off the holidays with Glowscape 124th. Walk around 124 Street & Area to experience an illuminated art experience. Glowscape on 124 St will transform 8 empty commercial spaces around 124 Street & Area into beautiful pieces of moving art.
Live Music and holiday fun at All is Bright. All Is Bright is back on Saturday, November 16th from 4pm to 8pm along 124 St & 107 Ave to 109 Ave. Come down for a FREE fun family-friendly night. Look forward to live performances, roaming entertainment, fun winter activities, and more! JUNO nominated artist, The Steadies are headlining! There’s a second light-up festival in Strathcona County, here.
Culinary at the Conservatory. Join for an exclusive culinary experience at the Muttart Conservatory, where the beauty of nature meets the art of cooking. They invite food enthusiasts to explore the flavour of seasonal ingredients from Cafe Bloom in a stunning botanical setting. This 4 course meal including dessert and a signature cocktail will be enjoyed within the feature pyramid.
Ptero Ptero Ceramics Market and Workshops. Get fired up! It’s the first-ever Ptero Ptero Ceramics Market and Workshop.
Start planning your weekend. Read the full weekend guide and find the best things to do in Edmonton, right here.
Sunday, November 17, 2024
Nutcracker Afternoon Tea at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald. Steep yourself in history with the time-honoured tradition of Afternoon Tea in a snow-covered castle. Enjoy the Nutcracker Afternoon Tea all holiday season at the Fairmont Hotel MacDonald.
Try a Three Course Dinner at L’OCA. The talented Chef Khesh will be preparing an intimate and exquisite three-course seasonal meal, paired with carefully selected wines, that’s guaranteed to an engaging and delicious evening inside L'OCA Labs!
Monday, November 18, 2024
Catch a Garneau String Quartet Concert. Featuring two of Canada’s generational chamber music talents Cameron Crozman and Steven Dann. Enjoy sumptuous string sextets followed by Mozart’s mind-blowing “Dissonance” string quartet.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Celebrate Global Day of Discovery at Renaissance Hotel. Global Day of Discovery (GDoD) is an annual event at over 170 Renaissance Hotels worldwide, designed to showcase each location’s unique culture and spirit.
The Book of Mormon hits the stage in Edmonton. The Book of Mormon is a musical comedy with music, lyrics, and book by Trey Parker, Robert Lopez, and Matt Stone. The story follows two missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as they attempt to preach the faith to the inhabitants of a remote Ugandan village.
Take a Mocktail class in time for the holidays at Spilt Mocktail Bar. Join the experts for a fun and festive Holiday Mocktail Class where you'll learn how to make delicious non-alcoholic drinks!
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Sip, speak and listen at Edmonton Story Slam. Come listen or read your story. Five minute, 10 story tellers.
Check out the brand new Mimibar, open late, Wednesday to Sunday.