The Weekly: Edmonton - Here are the Best Things to do in Edmonton this Week - February 7 - 13, 2024
The Weekly shares the coolest events, pop-ups and trendiest hotspots in Edmonton and is curated by @yeg.date.
Welcome to The Weekly: Edmonton. This week is brought to you by the first-ever Alberta Cocktail and Spirits Festival! Discover Alberta’s best distilleries, cocktail workshops, flair bartending and SAMPLES SAMPLES SAMPLS at this one night only festival on April 27, 2024. You can buy tickets, here.
Pop-ups, Trending Hotspots, Events & Openings/Closings
Grindstone has a Valentine’s Day gift that just keeps giving. Are you looking for a Valentine’s Day gift that will last longer than flowers? Gift a class for you and your partner at @grindstonetheatre Theatre School! Spring classes starts April 13th, with early bird pricing until February 15th to save $50 on nine unforgettable date nights. Visit grindstonetheatre.ca to find a class you’ll fall in love with. learn more
Winefest! Drink, eat and drink and drink some more. Winefest comes to Edmonton February 23 and 24, 2024. Tickets are on sale now and include wine, delicious bites (both savoury and sweet) Use the code YEGDATE to save twenty bucks off of your ticket. buy tickets
Make your next date night a pottery class. Evening and afternoon classes at The Whistling Potter are filling up QUICKLY. You can register for these Edmonton pottery classes, here.
Tickets are on sale now for No Girl Left Behind. At the one-day event, you’ll experience a full day of presentations, discussions and activities that will give you the tools to navigate difficult relationships and break toxic cycles, improve your relationships by building trust and respect, foster effective communication, and nurture healthy relationships. Buy Tickets
Last Modern Event Venue is hosting a Lunar New Year High Tea. Tickets start at $68 per person. Experience the immersive Pop-up art exhibit celebrating Asian Culture “Dragon Fried Rice” while sipping the teas and enjoying the scones.
Tiramisu Bistro is offering a take home Valentine’s Day treat box this year. Mini Heart cheese cakes, macarons and I Love You Cookies. Preorder your sweet treat box today.
Here’s what to do in Edmonton this Week
Wednesday February 7, 2024
Watch the Improv Battle - King of the Hill at Grindstone Theatre. A cast from the Grindstone Improv Ensemble pair up in teams of two and use audience suggestions to create characters, scenes and comedy sketches on the spot.
Try the rotating weekly flavours at Baijiu. The wings are $12 and last days in Vietnam cocktails are $10.
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. Completely free to try and check out.
Thursday February 8, 2024
Battle 24 other couples as you try to best the competition at The Rec Room WEM. We have 1 hour of UNLIMITED gaming to gain the most points and crown the victor. Only $15 per couple and is easily the best cheap date in Edmonton.
Chris Gowen is back at The Rec Room South Common with Magic and Madness. You'll see incredible sleight-of-hand illusions with borrowed phones and watches, objects disappearing and reappearing, next-level card tricks, even a mind-bending illusion that will happen in your own hands.
Friday February 9, 2024
The International Festival of Winter Cinema is here and it’s your chance to catch the only free, film festival viewed on a giant screen of snow and ice, in Edmonton this winter. Making it’s debut at Sir Wilfred Laurier Park, you can enjoy 50+ films as part of the festival, February 9-18, 2024. visit the festival schedule
Hops on the Hill is back at Sunridge. Come have an evening of tubing, drinks and live performances. Try some samples from the local brewery.
The Silver Skate Festival starts today and brings 10 days of culture, art, education, sport, and recreation. Feel the breeze on your face as you glide along the city's largest skating pond while listening to a tuneful compilation of Edmonton-based music.
PITH! takes centre stage at the Vascona Theatre till February 25th. Grab tickets to see the performance or try on of their dinner options. Try dinner at Boxer and the play or a Wine and Charcuterie dinner with the play.
BRBN Street at WEM is hosting a Mardi Gras Party. Enjoy two days of free family activities and music by DJ Kena Leon! There will be stilt walkers, caricature artists, temporary tattoos and ballon artist.
Saturday February 10, 2024
Experience high tea in a POP UP art gallery celebrating Asian art and culture. Dragon Fried Rice co-curated by Jordon Hon and Yihua Zhang at LAST Modern Event Venue. All your senses will be fully indulged as you take in the marvellous artwork surrounding you while enjoying 3 tiers of savoury and sweet delicacies thoughtfully curated by Gaby, head pastry chef and owner of Hirondelle Bakery. buy tickets
Hit up the outdoor pond this winter for the Blades of Steel 3-on-3 pond hockey tournament. It’s the 3rd annual tournament at Cattail Crossing. Each team is guaranteed at least three games, plus a playoff round. Not ready to join the action? Head down and enjoy the food and drinks at Out of Bounds and watch the action.
It’s your last chance to try one of the 16 Wyrd Biers. The Edmonton area local breweries have all partnered together to bring the different creations. Try the brisket beer, the fruit loop beer or the stout made with squid ink. There are so many Wyrd flavours to try and experience.
Spice up your Valentine's Day with the return of TAP THAT: A Couple's Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Kickboxing class. The expert instructors will guide you and your partner through 30 minutes of grappling and 30 minutes of striking in a fun-filled, no-experience-needed class. It's not just a workout; it's a date night with a kick!
Back this year, the Sweet Treats & Latte Festival highlights the amazing sweet treat businesses throughout the district, and is the perfect cure for the winter blues.
Sunday February 11, 2024
Start planning a last minute Valentine’s Day with our Valentine’s Day Guide, right here.
Swing & Skate at City Hall. Learn to swing in City Hall or skate outdoors to the music from the City Hall, plus there are free skate rentals. learn more
Join Secret Ingredient YEG for a night filled with Greek flavours and romance for Valentine's Day, A Taste of Greece Date Night Edition! Indulge in the mouthwatering dishes of Greece as you and your partner embark on a culinary journey like no other.
Join the celebration of the Lunar New Year of the Dragon! A full afternoon of family entertainment including live performances, games and crafts at West Edmonton Mall.
Monday February 12, 2024
Go for a skate at the new Ice District rink and grab a hot chocolate from one of the local business near by.
Cheap food and drink pair perfectly with this free comedy night at River City Revival House.
Tuesday February 13, 2024
Catch a movie on the cheap. Get $5 movie tickets on Tuesdays, all month long, at Cineplex. That’s a cheap movie date out - don’t skip the five dollar popcorn, too!
Get ready for a wild ride of glitz, fun, and laughter hosted by the fabulous and hilarious Queens, Pheremone Killz and Pepper! Satisfy your cravings for both drag show glamour and bingo excitement all in one night.
Come for a wonderful night of stand up comedy, food, drinks, and laughter! Featuring local and touring comedians that have performed in all manners of stages. Enjoy the cozy atmosphere of Otto with their prized comfort food and an extensive selection of local craft beers. Listen to comics' silly musings and funny ramblings that will make you say -- You Otto Be Joking!
This week’s brunch feature: Out of Bounds Restaurant
This week, it’s chicken and waffles, huevos rancheros and thicc, brioche French toast at Out of Bounds Restaurant at Cattail Crossing. It will take you a few brunch dates to make your way through the generously sized - and equally as generally portions, of brunch at Out of Bounds Restaurant. This hidden gem brunch is delicious, hearty and surprising - We love the savoury focus on the chicken and waffles! The corn salsa, delicious. Craving something sweeter? The brioche French toast is a classic. Vegetarians, you’re covered too with the bright - yet still hearty - Huevos Rancheros. There are a few things still on our list to try, like the classic breakfast, and the breakfast pizza.
Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday, 11am - 2pm, at Out of Bounds Restaurant. Click here to book a table.