ESO Outdoors, Emma Memma Meet & Greet, Leduc County Days, Edmonton Dragon Festival & much more

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

Thanks for tuning in. Here’s your local ad-free action report for: Tuesday, August 12 through Friday, August 15, 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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Greetings, Community Fam,

Due to (poor time management) a busy weekend, it’s late on Monday night here & I should go catch some zzz’s.

But before I log off, I just wanted to say thanks for taking the time to stop by!

This approaching week & weekend is pretty great with plenty of epic events happening almost every day.

If you’ve been stuck in the grind & are looking for an escape, I hope something in here will do the trick!

Hey, I’ll catch you all out there. Until next week, eh.

Jonah

Some Things To Do This Week:

Tuesday, August 12:

• 10:30am - 2pm | Youth Day: St. Albert | FREE_EVENT | Young people aged 12 - 18 can play games, make a craft, enjoy some BBQ & celebrate their youth |

• 11am start | Emma Memma Meet & Greet | FREE_EVENT | Meet this favourite children’s entertainer in real life |

• 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Sean Pinchin | FREE_EVENT | BYO seating & enjoy a slide guitar show from this talented, well travelled artist |

• 6:30pm - 8pm | Ryan Snow | FREE_EVENT | Break out your cowboy hat & enjoy an evening of Country tunes in Bon Accord |

• 7pm - 10pm | Campfire Comedy | FREE_EVENT | Roast a marshmallow & enjoy the lighter side of life with headliner Simon Glassman |

• 7pm start | Escaper Goat w/ Guest Book Readings | FREE_EVENT | Take your fav lawn chair on a date to snow valley & enjoy some audible art in action |

• 9pm - 11:55pm | Tidal Wave Tuesdays | Hit the dance floor & enjoy heavy bass tracks, all night long | $9.99+/person |

• August 4 - 30 | Off The Deep End | FREE_EVENT | Check out the latest art exhibition from Nina Collective |

• August 12 - 15 | Green Shack Shows | FREE_EVENT | Hit up select playground around YEG to see a mystery wonder show & learn Genki Taiko |

Wednesday, August 13:

• 10am - 4pm | Suzuki Demo Ride | FREE_EVENT | Scratch that new motorcycle itch & get out on the open road with their latest lineup |

• Noon - 2pm | Parkwood Trades Appreciation BBQ | FREE_EVENT | Grab a burger or dog and chat it up with fellow tradesfolks | RSVPs appreciated |

• 2pm - 5:30pm | Inside The Build | FREE_EVENT | Tour commercial Edmonton real estate as it’s transformed into lively spaces |

• 3pm - 4pm | Indigenous Plants Table Talk | FREE_EVENT | Enjoy a cup of team & learn about many plants native to the St. Albert river valley |

• 3pm - 7pm | Sherwood Park Farmers Market | FREE_EVENT | Browse a bustling vendor market for garden goodies & artisan wares |

• 3pm - 11pm | Hot August Nights | Bring some earmuffs and celebrate as engines of all shapes & sizes tear down the track | $20-200/person |

• 5pm - 7pm | Makers Meet Up | FREE_EVENT | Adults, bring a craft or hobby & forge friendships with other creative folks |

• 5pm - 7pm | Kaeley Jade | FREE_EVENT | Bring a sitting apparatus & enjoy a musical showcase from this talented local artist |

• 5pm - 8pm | Fire: Indigenous Spotlight Series | FREE_EVENT | Discover rich Indigenous stories told by Marilyn Dumont & Lewis Cardinal |

• 5:30pm start | George Canyon with Robyn Ashley | FREE_EVENT | Venture into Stony Plain & enjoy a concert from these two talented artists |

• 7pm - 8:30pm | Poetry Night | FREE_EVENT | Go freestlye or share something prepared at this fun, reoccurring event | Observers only are more than welcome |

• 7pm start | Don Ross & Mo Lefever | BY_DONATION | Enjoy what I believe will be an epic evening of Hot Club Jazz by two of YEG’s best |

Thursday, August 14:

• 10am - 2pm | Summer Crafternoon | FREE_EVENT | Kids can make their way over to St. Albert’s grain elevators for a fun, family friendly activity |

• 10am start | Tipi Teachings | FREE_EVENT | Join local Indigenous Elders for lessons in cultural understanding & awareness |

• 1pm - 2:30pm | The Future of Rural Albertans | FREE_EVENT | Rural Albertans can explore opportunities & programs to shape bright futures |

• 1:30pm - 3:30pm | Art to Heart | FREE_EVENT | Youth entering grades 5 & 6 can make new friendships & explore their own creativeness through art |

• 3:30pm - 7:30pm | Leduc County Days | FREE_EVENT | Check out local vendors, enjoy some BBQ, throw axes in the family fun zone & much more |

• 4pm - 8pm | 124 Grand Market | FREE_EVENT | Browse a bustling vendor market right in the heart of YEG |

• 5:45pm - 8:30pm | Let Me Explain | FREE_EVENT | Enjoy presentations on who knows what from several fellow local citizens |

• 6pm - 8pm | Bill Werthman | FREE_EVENT | Enjoy an excellent concert as this talented local artist takes to the stage | Cash concession available |

• 6pm - 8pm | Unleash Your Side Hustle Potential | FREE_EVENT | Take the first steps to getting your side hustle launched in this early-stage program |

• 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Conversation Circle | FREE_EVENT | Practice the english langue in a small group setting |

• 6:30pm - 8:30pm | River Valley Walk | FREE_EVENT | Find new friendships & enjoy a walk in the luscious YEG river valley |

• 6:30pm - 9pm | Learning Out Loud | Enjoy snacks & explore the human condition with others who are figuring it all out | $34/person |

• 6:30pm - 9:30pm | Fishing Film Night | FREE_EVENT | Join other passionate anglers for a short film on fishing Canada’s wild places |

• 6:30pm start | Fiddles on Fire | FREE_EVENT | Catch Shannon Morgan & The Morgan Toney Trio live on stage for stage | Paid VIP available for $6-10/person |

• 7pm - 8pm | Sherwood Heights Walking Tour | BY_DONATION | Uncover historic stories from what was once Campbelltown |

• 7pm - 9pm | Funk The Matriarchy | Catch a lively performance from this 7-piece jazz & funk band for only $15.75/person |

• 7pm start | Cultural Campfires | FREE_EVENT | Pull up your own lawn chair & enjoy stories of the schnitzel from community members of German heritage |

• August 14 - 17 | Canadian Ultimate Championships | Discover a new sport or cheer on an old favourite as athletes hit the turf | Maybe FREE… unsure |

• August 14, 16, 20 & 24 | ESO Outdoors | FREE_EVENT | Bring a chair & catch your favourite Edmonton Symphony Orchestra live at parks near YEG |

• August 14 - 24 | Edmonton Fringe Festival | See 1600 artists from around the world in a variety of dazzling shows | FREE-$20/person |

Friday, August 15:

• 2pm - 3pm | Recreate a Historical Sash | BY_DONATION | Become one with history and recreate a loom woven sash |

• 4pm - 8pm | Movie Under The Stars | FREE_EVENT | Dress up in your best Mutant Turtle costume & catch two shows, plus face painting & more |

• 4pm - 10pm | Summer in the Center | FREE_ENTRY | Venture into Spruce Grove for a bustling night market with performers, musicians & vendors! |

• 4:30pm - 7pm | Bikes & Beers: Ritchie | FREE_EVENT | Socialize with fellow cyclists & meet new trail pals |

• 5pm - 10pm | The Grand Night Market | FREE_ENTRY | Escape the house & browse a bustling vendor market |

• 6pm start | Coffee & Cake in the Park | FREE_EVENT | Okay! Ok… here’s the catch | Discover Girl Guides Canada and find out how you can volunteer |

• 7pm - 9pm | Bianca Berkland | Catch this amazing, multifauceted musician live on stage for $10.50/person |

• 7pm start | Elks vs Argonauts | Go country with your hometown football team, including EE bull riding, a petting zoo & even a football game | $29.25+/person |

• August 15 & 16 | Calmar Days | MANY_FREE_EVENTS | Take a short road trip SE of Edmonton for a ninja course, parade, gaming bus, fireworks & more |

• August 15 & 16 | Afro Music Fest | See Davido Live, partake in cultural workshops & more | Possibly FREE events in there but I’m not 100% on it |

• August 15 - 24 | Edmonton Dragon Festival | MANY_FREE_EVENTS | Cheer on Dragon Boat races, check out Lion Dances, taste authentic cuisine & more |

• August 15 - September 13 | Edmonton Mural Festival | Take a guided stroll & learn the stories behind Edmonton’s many murals | $49.26/person |