Learn Métis Jigging, Youth Gingerbread House Party, Annie, Oilers Autograph Session & much more

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

Thanks for tuning in. Here’s your local ad-free action report for: Tuesday, November 25 through Friday, November 28, 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, friend. It’s great to have you here = )

Creative writing-wise, I am feeling a little uninspired tonight so… (drum roll please)…

This week in Edmonton, you can:

Meet this Oilers!

Play Retro Arcade Games!

Ride in a Vintage Streetcar fully adorned in Christmas lights!

Ride in sleighs & pet soft fuzzy critters,

Learn Métis Jigging…

And so much more!

And that’s only this week! Wait ‘til you see what’s sizzlin’ on the weekend.

Catch ya out there = )

Jonah

Some Things To Do This Week:

Tuesday, November 25:

• 6pm - 8pm | Sketch Night | BY_DONATION | Put pen to paper & explore your creative side at this welcoming community event | All supplies included |

• 6:30pm - 8pm | Tea & Bannock Gathering | FREE_EVENT | Hang out with the Edmonton Métis Traditional Dancers | Learn to jig, enjoy refreshments & more |

• 7pm - 8:30pm | Book Launch: David Aaron | FREE_EVENT | Hang out with this local author & discuss his book that’s all about past & present Edmonton |

• 7pm - 8:30pm | On the Edge (Virtual) | FREE_EVENT | Join Speaker Emily Vilcsak for an engaging presentation on rethinking disability |

• 7pm start | Oilers vs Stars | Cheer on our local all stars as they take to the ice in hunt for the victory | $67.10+/person |

• 7pm start | Allan Rayman | Catch this well known musician live on stage for $46.69/person |

• 7:30pm start | Noise Café #19 | Catch five local artists live on stage at The Aviary for $15-20/person |

• 7:30pm start | Ballet Kelowna | Like living in a Western, get your daily dosage of cowboys & more for $48-50/person |

• 8pm - 10pm | Shawn Desman | 2010 is back, baby! | For one night only, catch this high achieving Canadian pop/R&B artist for $41.75+/person |

• 8pm - 10:30pm | Tuesday Jam: Jonathan Bieniada | Grab your jacket & favourite sneakers before joining in on an epic jam | $5-10/person |

• 8pm start | The Barra MacNeils | An East Coast Christmas is hitting up the Winspear this week | Catch this acoustic performance for $38.50+/person |

• November 25 & 26 | Youth Club House | FREE_EVENT | With trees going up in living rooms everywhere, this week, make an ornament & learn new life skills |

Wednesday, November 26:

• 10:30am - noon | Coffee Speaker Series | BY_DONATION | Hang out with Riley Tookey from Men’s Shed & discover a local community for retired guys |

• Noon - 2:30pm | My Old Lady | FREE_EVENT | Head out to Devon and enjoy a playthrough of this 2015 cinematic film |

• Noon - 4pm | Art Buffet | FREE_EVENT | Exploring the concept that “Art is Therapy”, join in for an afternoon of creativity | All supplies included |

• 3:15pm - 5:45pm | Recreational Swim | FREE_EVENT | Though the weather outside is frightful, that humidly hot pool is sure delightful |

• 5pm - 10pm | Retro Arcade Games Night | Shoot your shot on a number of classic arcade games | $15/person |

• 6pm - 9pm | Sonic Symbiosis | FREE_EVENT | Spend the evening with Cambridge Audio & Q Acoustics |

• 7pm - 8pm | 60’s, 70’s & 80’s Pop Culture | BY_DONATION | Still living in the past? | Make good on all that knowledge at this entertaining trivia night |

• 7pm - 8:30pm | Between the Covers Discussion Group | FREE_EVENT | Grab a refreshment before enjoying a boisterous conversation on a given book |

• 8pm start | Georgia Harmer | Spend an evening with this rising Canadian Indie artist & enjoy an intimate set for $25/person |

• November 26 - 30 | Carrie: The Musical | Head to Triffo Theatre for a local performance about a lonely teenage outcast longing to fit in | $18+/person |

Thursday, November 27:

• 4pm - 6pm | Gingerbread House Party | FREE_EVENT | Youth in grades 6-12 can enjoy sweet treats, prizes & decorate a cookie shanty | RSVP required |

• 4pm - 7pm | Art Gallery | FREE_EVENT | Explore all the perks & features within your provincial art gallery |

• 5pm - 9pm | Moonlight Madness | FREE_ENTRY | Enjoy discounts & value adders from a handful of local Leduc vendors & businesses |

• 6pm - 8pm | Edmonton Oilers Autograph Session | FREE_EVENT ( I believe) | Meet and greet all of your favourite Oilers at this highly attended annual event |

• 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Roots & Routes | Dive into some of Edmonton’s forgotten history with guest speakers Jia Jia Yong & Dan Rose | FREE-$10/person |

• 6:30pm start | Band Jam Revival | Become a part of local history & help raise funds for an amazing cause | Four local groups to perform | $115.70+/person |

• 7pm - 9pm | Brews & Cameras | FREE_EVENT | Join other photography enthusiasts & talk shop in a casual environment |

• 7pm - 8:30pm | Book Launch: Drew Walker | FREE_EVENT | Greet & celebrate with a fellow Edmontonian’s as she releases her latest poetic work |

• 7:15pm - 8:30pm | Parkland Poets | FREE_EVENT | Be an OG artist & lay down the sickest bars without a beat | All are welcome, sharing is optional |

• 8pm - 10:30pm | Dave Mossing | Catch this iconic jazz trumpeter live on stage with his four piece band for $29/person |

• November 27 & 29 | Mozart & Stravinsky | Treat your ears to an a four course musical meal courtesy of your affable Edmonton ESO | $40+/person |

• Nov 27 - 30 | Edmonton Rock ‘n Gem Show | Browse a large collection of stones & gems at this vendor market | $3/person admission |

• November 27 - December 7 | Annie | Set in 1930’s New York City, follow along as an adventurous young orphan sets out to find her family | $25+/person |

Friday, November 28:

• 5pm - 8pm | Strathcona County Potters Christmas Sale | FREE_ENTRY | Discover the coolest clay treasures at this local guild sale |

• 5:15pm - 7:30pm | Lights Up Fort Saskatchewan | FREE_EVENT | Caricatures, fire shows, carolers, fire pits, a petting zoo & much more awaits |

• 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Newcomer Family Fun Night | FREE_EVENT | Bring the family & enjoy a light meal plus activities |

• 6pm - 8pm | Calmar Christmas in the Park | FREE_EVENT | Featuring live music, sleigh rides, fire pits & much more |

• 6pm - 8pm | Shelf Indulgence | FREE_EVENT | Venture out to Morinville for refreshments & a lively discussion around a certain book | RSVP appreciated |

• 6pm - 10pm | A Very Vegreville Christmas | SOME_FREE_EVENTS | Head out to the big easter egg for public skating, Santa, cookie decorating & much more |

• 6:30pm - 9pm | Snowflake Festival | FREE_EVENT | Bring the kids into the heart of St. Albert for sleigh and train rides, petting zoos & Santa |

• 6:50pm start | The Tea Party, Headstones & Finger Eleven | Party like it’s 2005 with an epic collection of music for $54.25+/person |

• 7pm - 8:30pm | Firefighters Santa Clause Parade | FREE_EVENT | Wetaskiwinners, line the streets & cheer for your favourite floats |

• 7pm - 9pm | Rose Coloured Boys | Catch a band that loves to be known for their blind optimism, live on stage for $10.50/person |

• 7pm - 9:30pm | Colleen Brown | Catch this folk/indie (I believe) artist live on stage for $20+/person |

• 7pm - 11pm | Blatchford Boogie Woogie | Catch big band vibes and small town pride at this 1940’s themed dance party in the hanger | $40+/person |

• 7pm - 11:30pm | Birthday Memorial Fundraiser (Metal Show) | Celebrate the life of PR Dougless & headbang to four acts for $15/person |

• 7:30pm start | Iron Tusk, Tebby & The Heavy, Radiation Flowers & Peace Within | Four local bands, one low price | $17+/person |

• 8pm - 10:30pm | Mario Bakuna Band | Now London England based, this Brazilian native is bringing the heat for one special show | $31/person |

• 8pm - 11pm | Kaifi Khalil | Catch this popular artist live in Edmonton for $49.40+/person |

• 8pm start | Hunter Brothers w/ Shantaia | Enjoy an evening at the Winspear listening to one of Canada’s top country artists | $51.07+/person |

• 9:30pm - 1:30am | Denim Daddies w/ Landlady | Get your fill of gritty, outlaw inspired alt country for $9-14/person |

• 10pm - 2am | Edmonton in my Feelings R&B Party | Have your rhythm & eat your beats for $22.63+/person |

• November 28 & 29 | Todd Ness | Finish a tough week off right & prepare to laugh your guts out to a Canadian great | $22+/person |

• November 28 - 30 | Lite up the Nite Christmas Festival | FREE_EVENT | Head out to Morinville for a dance party, parade, fireworks & community skate |

• November 28 - 30 | Oddbird Art & Craft Fair | FREE_ENTRY | Browse 100+ vendors at one of Edmonton’s most unique annual handmade markets |

• November 28 - December 13 | Candy Cane Cabaret | Tis’ the season for an adults only performance at Fort Ed’s Capitol Theatre | $29.95/person | 18+ |

• November 28 - December 31 | Christmas Street Car | Step back in time & venture across the high level bridge in style | $10/person |