Top Things to See & Do
No where else will you find more year-round festivals — summer at its best in Edmonton, Canada's Festival City. Check out our seasonal savings, events and other contests.
1. Come enjoy the reel deal with the Edmonton International Film Festival. International, independent, and eye-opening, the festival runs from September 28 - October 6.
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6. Interact with costumed role players portraying real-life early pioneers, explore over 30 historic buildings, sample traditional food and more at theUkrainian Cultural Heritage Village.
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2. Enjoy a chronicle of the history of men and horses throughout the times at Cavalia, a stunning display of equestrian and performing arts. It runs from September 11 - October 14.
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7. Stop by Alberta's Culture Days to see Alberta's largest celebration of heritage, cultural diversity and provincial pride. Check it out September 28-30.
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3. For people who love to play, eat, and go out on the town-West Edmonton Mall is one-stop shopping.
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8. Save up to 60% on admission to 15 of Edmonton's must-see attractions. Two kinds of passes to choose from check out theEdmonton Attractions Pass.
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4. Don't miss this unique travelling exhibition, which looks at the characters of STAR WARS™ – and you – in an exciting new way. STAR WARS™ Identities; October 27, 2012 to April 1, 2013 atTELUS World of Science – Edmonton.
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9. Explore theDevonian Botanic Garden. Founded in 1959, this gem of a garden comprises 80 acres of display gardens and an additional 110 acres of natural areas.
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5. Relive the most incredible journey in pop music history with the Four Lads Who Shook the World, The Beatles Story: Part 2. Playing from September 7 to November 4 at the Mayfield Dinner Theatre.
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10. Visit one of the incredible exhibitions the Royal Alberta Musuemis showcasing, like The Tsars' Cabinet, opening October 6.
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If it’s your first visit to Edmonton, your choices are endless... You might start by making a list of must-see attractions and experiences. Then work out a fun-filled itinerary for each day you’ll be here. Explore all the great options and things to do in the City of Edmonton, you won't regret it.
You’ll find all kinds of great choices on these pages, from theatre to shopping to star-gazing.
You’ll discover it’s impossible to enjoy all the good times Edmonton offers in just a few days. You’ll want to plan to stay longer, and then come again.
Many visitors build their Edmonton trip around a festival, a big concert, or game. It gives your visit a memorable theme.
Edmonton, Alberta is the Festival City of Canada
With over 30 annual festivals throughout the year no wonder Edmonton was named Canada’s Cultural Capital in 2007. Its festivals celebrate music, performances, visual arts, family fun, sports, and culture. You’re sure to find several festivals that appeal to you. Check them out.
Learn more about Canada's Festival City through the stories of people who've experienced it at www.edmontonstories.ca.
Edmonton Attractions Pass
The 2012 Edmonton Attractions Pass is now available for sale online. The Edmonton Attractions Pass is the essential sightseeing pass for visitors and residents alike who want to take in all the best of Edmonton’s attractions.
See more and save up to 60% with one easy, low-priced online purchase. Passholders gain preferred admission to almost all of Edmonton’s most vibrant must-see attractions, click here for more details.
Fun and Thrifty
Packages and Promotions offer you a great selection of adventure with lots of extra values. Check out the special offers for everything from interesting day trips, to romantic, culinary adventures, to girls’ night out spa packages.
