Salsa in the Square, Hispanic Night Market, Kaleido Family Arts Festival, Strathearn Art Walk & much more

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

Thanks for tuning in. Here’s your local ad-free action report for: Tuesday, September 2 through Friday, September 5, 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, friends,

It’s a bit of a smoky start to the week here but lets hope it passes soon, eh?

So, I took a road trip for part of this past long weekend & thoroughly enjoyed it. As such, I tossed a few events into this week’s letter that are happening a little ways outside of the Edmonton region.

Often I pass these longer-drive events up but I figured, perhaps others would enjoy options of things to do on an impromptu road trip. Let me know if you want to see more of that.

As always, thank you so very much for taking time to read this publication. It really means a lot to me. It’s shaping up to be an excellent week, with plenty happening. Especially on the weekend.

I hope you have an excellent week & I’ll catch you out there = )

Jonah

Some Things To Do This Week:

Tuesday, September 2:

• 2pm - 3pm | Seniors SAiF Space | FREE_EVENT | Elderly adults can grab a snack & beverage before socializing or enjoying themed conversations |

• 6pm - 8pm | Salsa in the Square | FREE_EVENT | Bring the heat or learn something new at this instructed dance class in Churchill Square |

• 6:30pm - 8pm | Josh Hewitt Trio | FREE_EVENT | Bring a lawn chair 15 minutes north of YEG & catch this local trio live on stage |

• 6:30pm - 10pm | Social Tuesdays | Bring a date or fly solo & bust a move at this fun Latin dance class | FREE-$11.62/person |

• 7pm - 8:30pm | Craft & Chat | FREE_EVENT | Bring along a current project & make new like minded friends |

• 7pm - 8:30pm | Book Launch: The Malevolent Eight | FREE_EVENT | Join Van City based author Sebastien de Castell & help welcome in his latest novel |

Wednesday, September 3:

• 2:45pm - 4:30pm | Kith | FREE_EVENT | A place for moms to grow & connect through community |

• 4pm - 8pm | IndigiRise: Pitch Night & Networking | FREE_EVENT | Celebrate Indigenous entrepreneurs as they pitch their business to local investors |

• 6pm - 9pm | The Hegel Roadshow | FREE_EVENT | Audiophiles, immerse yourselves in the latest gear from this iconic builder |

• 6pm start | Vers/e: A Queer Poetry Reading Series w/ Open Mic | FREE_EVENT | Share your latest works &/or enjoy the same from others |

• 7pm - 8:30pm | Book Launch: 55 Ways to Survive | FREE_EVENT | Join author & artist Laurier Tiernan for a night of graphic poetry & live music |

• 7pm start | Pours & Pages Book Club | Join in on a lively discussion curated around Eula Biss’ novel, Having and Being Had | $15/person |

• 7:30pm start | Maki Happy Comedy Jam | FREE_EVENT | Celebrate hump day with a laugh from the best local comics around |

• 7:30pm start | A Night With Phil Rosenthal | Enjoy stories, tales & anecdotes from this well known television personality & author | $57.71+/person |

• September 3 - 8 | Cirque Italia Water Circus | Be amazed by fit athletes performing high flying arial stunts & more for $35-80/person |

Thursday, September 4:

• 2pm - 6pm | Volunteer Drop In | FREE_EVENT | Grab a cookie/refreshment & discover many ways your time can make a difference in the lives of others |

• 4pm - 8pm | 124th Grand Market | FREE_EVENT | Browse a bustling outdoor vendor market in a vibrant local hub |

• 6pm - 8pm | St. Albert Gallery Walk | FREE_EVENT | Enjoy a special evening of live painting, local art & unique events at five local boutiques |

• 6:30pm start | Calm to Chaos | FREE_EVENT | Join the Art Gallery of St. Albert’s Curator for an in depth presentation on the current exhibit |

• 7pm - 8pm | Sherwood Heights Walking Tour | BY_DONATION | Explore one of Sherwood Parks oldest neighbourhoods on foot with a local tour guide |

• 7pm - 8pm | Harvesting Your Own Seeds: Virtual | FREE_EVENT | As garden season draws to a close, learn how to harvest seeds for next year |

• 7pm start | Russell Peters | Bust your gut to the quips of a top comedian here in in YEG for $90.95+/person |

• September 4 - 7 | Strathcona String Music Camp | Children aged 14 & older can take their stringed instrument skills to the next level for $350+/person |

Friday, September 5:

• 2pm - 5pm | From Crisis to Community | FREE_EVENT | Join a solutions-focused panel on homelessness in YEG |

• 5pm - 9pm | Hispanic Night Market | FREE_ENTRY | Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with bustling themed vendor market , live music & more |

• 5pm start | Lamont Party in the Park | FREE_ENTRY | Head 35 minutes NE of Edmonton for entertainment, activities, family fun & fireworks |

• 6pm - 10pm | Alberta Ave Night Market | FREE_ENTRY | Browse a bustling vendor market & enjoy performances from rising local artists |

• 7pm - 11pm | Mikayla Bortscher w/ friends | Allow your ears to be soothed by the twangs of Mikayla’s harp & enjoy a night of folksy music for $22.63/person |

• 8pm - 10pm | The Elite | Egypt’s hottest comic troupe is making their way to St. Albert & you could be laughing along for $50.14+/person |

• 8pm - 10:30pm | Outdoor Movie Night | FREE_EVENT | Bring a comfy chair plus blankets & enjoy included hot chocolate, popcorn & a family rated movie |

• 8pm - 10:30pm | Luis Tovar | The Bird is back! | Kick this season off right with a show from this acclaimed, JUNO-nominated percussionist | $29/person |

• 8pm start | ReJazz | Enjoy a night of music from Good Information and other associated acts for $18.18/person |

• 8:30pm - 11:30pm | Side Hustle with Ebb & Flow | Catch these two acts on stage for only $17.31/person |

• September 5 & 6 | DSTRKT25 Music Festival | EDM fans will be delighted to see Excision, Kaytranda & a host of prominent artists for $123.25+/person |

• September 5- 7 | Purple City Music Festival | Too many bands to count (of various genres) are taking to the stage & you can be there for $70+/person |

• September 5 - 7 | Kaleido Family Arts Festival | FREE_EVENT | Immerse yourself in local art as dozens of unique activities bring people together |

• September 5 - 7 | Strathearn Art Walk & Music Festival | FREE_ENTRY | Browse a trove of local art vendors as many musical groups take to the stage |

• September 5 - 7 | India Film Festival | Enjoy a curation of films, events & live meet & greets produced by prominent Indian film makers | Prices vary |