Canadian Wrestling Championships, SAAM Dance, NAIT Student Film Festival, Oilers vs Dallas: Game 4 & much more

What’s Up Edmonton! (And surrounding areas)…

Thanks for tuning in. Here’s your local ad-free action report for: Tuesday, May 27 through Friday, May 30, 2025.

I cover: Events & Entertainment happening in & around YEG.

Note: All links are non-monetized. They simply lead to event info.

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My friend, It’s wonderful to have you here.

This time around, I haven’t much to say on this fine evening in May.

As such, go forth in your week, be awesome & especially kind. A little of that is going a long way these days.

Until next time!

Jonah = )

Some Things To Do This Week:

Tuesday, May 27:

• 10am - 2pm | Elder Eats | FREE_EVENT | Embrace healthy ageing with wholesome recipes inspired by African cuisine |

• 10am start | Entrepreneur Talks: Amber Cook | FREE_EVENT | Spend time with a local founder & find inspiration for your own ventures |

• 10:30am - noon | 3D Printing Intro | FREE_EVENT | Learn how & design a keychain on TinkerCAD before exporting to the printer |

• 1pm - 3pm | Coffee With the Curator | FREE_EVENT | Explore a new art display at MacEwan from artist Anna Binta Diallo |

• 1:30pm - 2:30pm | Chair Yoga | FREE_EVENT | Find new movements & expand your capabilities in this in virtual an in-person class |

• 6pm - 8pm | Rag Rug Workshop | FREE_EVENT | Take a trip down to Camrose for an exciting fibre-craft intro class | 16+ |

• 6pm start | Oilers vs Dallas | SOME_FREE_EVENTS | Cheer on your Edmonton Oilers as they battle for to bring home the cup |

• 7pm - 8pm | Using Science To Guide Mental Health | Join Dr. Martin Mrazik for a keynote on constructing strong brain & cognitive health | $10/person |

• 7:30pm start | Catherine Daniels | Enjoy an operatic performance from this talented mezzo-soprano for $47.50/person |

• 8pm - 10:30pm | Canadian Dream Quartet: Jam | Get your salsa on with 5 members from famed local, Manny V. Y. Esquina Latina band | $5-10/person |

• May 27 - 29 | Youth Club House | FREE_EVENT | This week, youth can make a tie dye pattern, get creative with paint & even enjoy some recreational games |

Wednesday, May 28:

• 3pm - 6pm | Trade Connections: Women’s Event | FREE_EVENT | Join for a presentation, meet other women in trades & discover fulfilling career options |

• 5pm - 7pm | Backyard Bash | FREE_EVENT | Join friends & neighbours for an evening of socialization and fun with an included picnic dinner |

• 5pm - 8pm | YEG Animation Meetup | FREE_EVENT | Forge new friendships & bond over a shared love of animation |

• 5:30pm start | Girl Guides Volunteer Info Session (Virtual) | FREE_EVENT | Discover how your can make an impact in a local child’s life this year |

• 6pm - 9pm | Audio Esoterica | FREE_EVENT | Audiophiles can explore & enjoy an array of obscure gear that isn’t commonly seen on the open market |

• 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Men’s Shed Info Session | FREE_EVENT | Meet new board members & showcase your hobby at this local men’s hangout | 18+ |

• 7pm - 8pm | WILDNorth Healthy Backyards | FREE_EVENT | Enjoy an educational keynote on local critter & fauna identification |

• 7pm - 8pm | FireSmart Workshop | FREE_EVENT | Learn how to self assess your property to mitigate or eliminate fire hazards |

• 7pm - 8:30pm | Stories for Adults | FREE_EVENT | Don your night cap and embrace the age old childhood tradition of good ol’ fashioned story telling |

• 7pm start | Stingers vs Honey Badgers | Treat yourself to an evening of epic pro basketball action for $20+/person |

• 7:30pm - 9pm | Beaumont Society School of Dance | Witness a storied performance in jazz, ballet & contemporary formats for $12/person |

• May 28 & 29 | Flamenco at the Yardbird: Show 1 & 2 | Experience a showcase of flamenco song & dance at this exclusive performance |

Thursday, May 29:

• 4pm - 7pm | DIY Date Night | FREE_EVENT | Grab your honey and kickoff the evening with a visit to the AGA before wrapping up with a river valley stroll |

• 5pm - 6pm | SAAM Dance | FREE_EVENT | Enjoy a series of epic dance performances from affable local South Asian Arts Movement Society |

• 6pm - 7pm | Ecology & Behaviour of Orchas | Join guest speaker Joshua McInnes for an exciting keynote on this apex predator | $21/person |

• 6:30pm start | Write Night | FREE_EVENT | Polish your wordsmith prowess amidst fellow word wranglers in an intimate, closed-door cafe |

• 7pm - 8pm | Pop Culture Trivia Night | BY_DONATION | Think your know your 40’s to 60’s pop culture? | Put your knowledge to work & win the coveted prize |

• 7pm - 9pm | NAIT Student Film Festival | FREE_EVENT | Gather for first viewings of 7 locally produced films & meet the creative minds behind them |

• 7:30pm start | Take It To The Limit: Eagles Tribute | Catch this pro-cover band live at the Shell Theatre for $65.25/person |

• 8pm - midnight | George | Sing your heart out along with this Canadian pop musician during an intimate on stage performance | $39.67+/person |

• May 29 - 31 | Canadian Wrestling Championships | Sweaty bodies will embrace & heads will roll at this exciting tournament | FREE-$52.50/person |

• May 29 - June 1 | International Children’s Festival | SOME_FREE_EVENTS | Check out a host of activities tailored towards your miniature human(s) |

• May 29 - June 1 | Black Gold Rodeo | SOME_FREE_EVENTS | Enjoy classic rodeo action plus a car show, trade fair, dance & more | $35+/person |

• May 29 - June 15 | On The Banks Of The Nut | Enjoy a theatrical rerun of this 2010 comedy featuring birding, Mahler & delicious pie | $25-67/person |

Friday, May 30:

• 5pm - 10pm | The Grand Night Market | FREE_ENTRY | Catch live bands & a long list of local vendors at this exciting evening bazaar |

• 7pm - 11pm | Alt After Dark Night Market | FREE_ENTRY | Browse 35 local vendors while enjoying a night amidst community & friends |

• 7pm - 9pm | Vertex Quartet: Youthful Brilliance | Enjoy an epic performance of Mozart & Mendelssohn featuring music of their teen years | $15-30/person |

• 7pm - 9pm | The Grey Men | Three friends toured professionally in the 80’s | Now they’re back & better than ever with a fun, multi-genre show | $5/person |

• 7pm start | Stingers vs Bandits | Kickoff the weekend with an evening of affordable pro b-ball for only $24+/person |

• 7pm start | Love Pro Wrestling | Catch some epic professional Albertan wrestling action for $33-66/person |

• 7:30pm - 9pm | Brazilian Zouk Vibes | FREE_EVENT | Grab your dancin’ shoes & make your way down for a guided lesson & social |

• 7:30pm - 10pm | CEC x HAVS | Catch these two Canadian R&B/Neo-soul artists live on stage for $17.31-20/person |

• 7:30pm start | Elks vs Lions | Join your classic Edmonton football team as they kickoff the first home game of their comeback season | $24.25+/person |

• 8pm - 10:30pm | Marcus Trummer | Catch this rising Albertan jazz savant for an intimate performance at the ‘bird | $31/person |

• 9pm - 1am | Salsa Bachata Dance Party | Utilize your newly learned dance moves & make new friends on a social dance floor | $20/person |

• 9pm - 2am | Jimpster | Catch this iconic DJ & label boss live on the decks for $33.28/person |

• May 30 - 31 | UFest | FREE_ENTRY | Celebrate Ukrainian culture and heritage with traditional artist performances, a trade show, tasty cuisine & more |

• May 30 - 31 | Zero Labs: Feed | Catch this dance theatrical laced with deep, intricate themes | $20-25/person |

• May 30 - June 1 | Farmers’ Days Rodeo & Exhibition | SOME_FREE_EVENTS | Enjoy a midway, parade, market, rodeo action & more | Prices vary |

• May 30 - June 1 | Dash to Summer | Venture out to Vegreville for chuckwagon racing, a bean bag tournament, chicken races & more | FREE-$5/person/day |

• May 30 - June 1 | Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1 | Illia Ovcharenko bangs the ivory in this masterful performance & you can hear it for $62.50+/person |

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