The Weekly Edmonton: Here are the best things to do in Edmonton May 7-13, 2024
Edmonton.events shares the best things to do - every week, at this go-to guide for Edmonton food, drink, activities, and the best events in town.
Happy spring everyone! Spring is a time of changing - and as a team, we’ve decided to change things up a bit. Over the past few years, we’ve loved sharing date night inspiration in Edmonton. What we’ve come to really love though - is connecting you with the best events and things to do in the city - events that may not have otherwise been on your radar, new experiences, new people.
There’s a new chapter coming for us - and that chapter is edmonton.Events. There we’ll have a more comprehensive listing of local events, a calendar, guides and round-ups, with your favourites like 25 things to do this month under $25 in one place. We’re stoked for you to continue this journey with us and look forward to continuing to deliver event inspiration in edmonton - right to your inbox (and on social media at @edmonton.events).
Pop-ups, Trending Hotspots, Events & Openings/Closings
It’s the last week to see RENT in Edmonton! It’s the hottest show in Edmonton popping up with eight performances on stage until May 11, 2024. $30 tickets ($25 for Students) and tickets are on sale NOW. Buy Tickets
Fu’s x Double Dragon Cocktail Workshop. Edmonton Fu's x Double Dragon Cocktail Class Workshop is a night out where you’ll learn to recreate popular drinks from local experts. There are only a handful of tickets left! Buy Tickets
Next week, Fu’s Repair shop is hosting a pop-up - Saree Not Sorry. The South Asian Pop up will kick off on May 16th, with a menu that’s available through the 19th at Fu’s. Learn More
Cactus Club has one of the most refreshing zero proof cockails for patio drinking. The Hey Hibiscus features: hibiscus, rose, ginger, white peach, lemon and soda and is one of our favourite sips of the week. Available at all locations. ($7.25).
This week we’ve got the launch of the Taco Shop in West Edmonton Mall on May 8, 2024, and a brand new coffee and Japanese onigiri, Okinawa Onigiri on May 11 - It’s a good food and drink week here in Edmonton!
It’s May and that means the return of the HIGH LEVEL BRIDGE STREETCAR SERIES. We’ve got twelve artists, twelve breweries and twelve incredible views of the sunset - popping up June, July and August in Edmonton. Buy Tickets
One of the coolest bartenders in Edmonton is opening her own bar this spring. Keep an eye out for Coco Cocktail opening soon. Learn More
Little Bear Gelato is coming to Garneau. More Details
Mother’s Day Brunch at Out of Bounds! Buffet Menu includes: assorted pastries, fruit, waffles, bacon, sausage, smoked salmon, hash browns, scrambled eggs, vegetarian frittata, eggs benedict, and juice station.
To reserve Mother’s Day Brunch in Edmonton Call Weronika (780) 265-5014 or Brandy (780) 243-7393
Here are the best things to do in Edmonton this Week
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Flow & Bloom at Muttart. Join Sound Vibes for their Flow & Bloom yoga class under the new exhibit in the Feature Pyramid. This 60 minute all levels flow style practice will energize the mind-body system. Buy Tickets
Michter’s Whiskey Tasting at Sherbrooke Liquor. Fun Fact: Michter's was named “2023 Most Admired Whiskey in the World” on Drinks International’s Worlds Most Admired Whiskies Top 50 List! Buy Tickets
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
It’s your LAST chance to see RENT as hits the stage this weekend in Edmonton. This Broadway Classic is popping up in Edmonton for seven shows, and tickets are only $30. Buy Tickets (Showing through May 11, 2024)
King of the Hill: Battle Style Improv Comedy. In King of the Hill, you’ll decide the winner, based on a series of competitive improv games. This is a hilarious show to start your Wednesday night, and even better when accompanied with the $5 PBRs at Grindstone. Visit the Website
The Taco Shop, on Bourbon Street, at West Edmonton Mall, opens today! Get your fix of the newest tacos in town at The Taco Shop.
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Fat Magic is a cabaret style show celebrating the fat performers in our city in a body neutral space in which all bodies are sacred. Join in for drag, burlesque, and art of all kinds in a space where no one has to make themselves smaller. Elixir's Cabinet of Curiosities: Fat Magic
Fu’s x Double Dragon Cocktail Workshop. Edmonton Fu's x Double Dragon Cocktail Class Workshop is a night out where you’ll learn to recreate popular drinks from local experts. Buy Tickets
Double Feature at Art Gallery of Alberta for Asian Heritage Month. In recognition of Asian Heritage Month, we are screening two documentaries featuring artists Ushio and Noriko Shinohara and Ai Weiwei - starts at 6pm. View Details
Drop-in Open Studio at Art Gallery of Alberta. Every week, a new theme for this 18+ art class will have you getting creative for your next date night. Buy Tickets
Learn to decorate like a pro - take part in Mother’s Day cookie decorating at El Mero and get your cookies - and tacos on, this holiday. Buy Tickets
Friday, May 10, 2024
Food For Thought - Culinary Bookclub. Join the monthly book club at the Stanley A. Milner Library, a discussion and creating book club. After discussing the monthly feature, you will create something form the book. Buy Tickets
Art on the Block at AGA. Join the fun at Art on the Block on May 10th. Bid on stunning, original artwork donated by some of Alberta's most recognized visual artists at the Art Gallery of Alberta! Get your tickets today. Buy Tickets
Rosé allFri-day with a Friday-night tasting. This tasting will feature six Italian rosati from six different regions of Italy and from six different grape varieties. Tickets are $25 for the experience. Buy Tickets
Witness spontaneous songs, choreography and scene work that will never be the same twice! OFF BOOK was created in 2010 and has been selling out shows at the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival for over a decade! Buy Tickets
⚡Read the full weekend guide and find the best things to do in Edmonton this Weekend, right here.
Saturday, May 11, 2024
Dinos & Drinks at Telus World of Science. Dinos & Drinks is an exclusive adult-only event where you can sip, mingle, and journey back in time to the Mesozoic Era! Buy Tickets
Easels & Embers at Aurora Flagship Store. Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into a hands-on experience like no other. Picture this: tables set up with easels, each one a blank canvas waiting for your artistic touch. No need to worry about skill level—our friendly staff will be there every step of the way to offer inspiration and guidance. Buy Tickets
Take a Dumpling Making Workshop. Join Master Chef Canada alumna Mai Nguyen for this hands-on session, and discover the art of making delectable pork and shrimp potstickers using both homemade and store-bought wrappers. Buy Tickets
An Improvised Murder. The game is afoot! Join the players of Sorry, Not Sorry in an improvised murder mystery, where not even the performers know who committed the murder most foul. In this game of cat and mouse, only the audience will decide who lives and who dies. Buy Tickets
Witness spontaneous songs, choreography and scene work that will never be the same twice! OFF BOOK was created in 2010 and has been selling out shows at the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival for over a decade! Buy Tickets
Sunday, May 12, 2024
Sunday Brunch at Out of Bounds Restaurant. We’re coming into the time of year when we can pair brunch with a round of golf, and we’re here for it. Sunday Brunch at Out of Bounds is off-the-charts hearty and delicious, and will fuel your soul for a full 18-holes, or a Sunday of errands. Reserve a Table.
Speaking of brunch, if you’re celebrating Mother’s Day - here’s where to brunch on Mother’s Day in Edmonton.
That’s what we’ve got for this week, folks! Hit the course, get outside and put a round of golf together with the gals, the guys, or for date night because Cattail Crossing Golf Course open for the season!