Sounds of the Valley, Great Outdoor Comedy Festival, E.T Under the Stars, K-Days & much more

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

Thanks for tuning in. Here’s your local ad-free action report for: Tuesday, July 15 through Friday July 18, 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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Hello, friend,

If it’s your first time here, then thanks for stopping by. And if not, then it’s wonderful to have you back once again.

Edmonton is usually a bustling city with lots going on. Admittedly, I had a bit of trouble rounding up events this week & some days are more… sparse… than others.

But that’s alright. Please remember, if you’re enjoying the letter but not seeing anything of interest, the river valley is always FREE to visit, as are National Parks (until early September).

Well, I catch ya out there, and hopefully again next week = )

Jonah

Some Things To Do This Week:

Tuesday, July 15:

• 3pm - 6pm |.Rural Enviroservice Event | FREE_EVENT | Dispose of old paint, electronics & oil at no cost to you |

• 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Grove Gatherings: Ryan Snow | FREE_EVENT | Kick your boots off & enjly an evening of country music from this great local artist |

• 7pm start | Sounds of the Valley | FREE_EVENT | Enjoy live music from local artist Lindsey Walker plus readings from three area writers | Bring a lawn chair |

• 9pm start | Tidal Wave Tuesdays | Ride the bass wave with a bunch of local artists | $11.11/person |

• July 15 - 18 | Plants of the Park | FREE_EVENT | Learn what flora & fauna coexist in Lois Hole Provincial Park, how to identify them & what their roles are |

• July 15 - 18 | Green Shack Shows | FREE_EVENT | Learn Caribbean dance & games & do the sea floor shuffle at a playground near you |

• July 15 - 20 | As You Like It | FREE_EVENT | Support an annual local theatrical & enjoy some great Shakespeare in the great outdoors | FREE-$35/person |

Wednesday, July 16:

• 9am - 11:30am | Plot2Farm | FREE_EVENT | Join an agronomist & learn how field trials are helping farmers make data-driven decisions to improve yield |

• 5pm - 7pm | Music in the Park: Rosina Cove | FREE_EVENT | Catch some great music from this acclaimed Canadiana band |

• 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Games Night | FREE_EVENT | Bring a few pals or make new ones before mercilessly crushing them in games of board |

• 6:15pm start | Power in Pink | Join a lively panel featuring four accomplished Edmontonian women & stay for Legally Blonde, the theatrical | $35-95/person |

• 6:30pm - 9pm | Kids Run Wild | Find your way through a bush course using only a compass & claim all the bragging rights at work tomorrow | $10/person |

• 7pm - 8:30pm | Jay Gilday | FREE_EVENT | Catch this budding local artist live on stage |

• 7pm start | Edmonton Story Slam | FREE_EVENT | Tell your story in under 5 minutes or sit back in enjoyment as others share their tales |

Thursday, July 17:

• 10am - 11:30am | Nature Nuts | FREE_EVENT | Introduce nature to your nurtured one in rural Strathcona County |

• 11am - noon | Understanding A.I.: Unlocking it’s Potential in Marketing | FREE_EVENT | Supercharge your marketing abilities with the power of A.I. |

• 11am - 1pm | Toast & Jam | FREE_EVENT | Catch a local jam session from local musicians Bill Werthman & friends | Toast & jam available for purchase |

• 2pm - 5pm | Baywa r.e. Customer Appreciation Event | FREE_EVENT | Grab a burger & enjoy the company of one of YEG’s top solar teams |

• 4:50pm - 8pm | Photowalk w/ Shaun LeBlanc | FREE_EVENT | Join this rising YYC based photographer for a guided tour & capture our beautiful valley |

• 5pm - 7pm | Stuart McGowan & Friends | FREE_EVENT | Head to the bandshell in Fort Saskatchewan for an enjoyable evening concert |

• 5pm - 8pm | Midsummer Thursday’s: Stony Plain | FREE_ENTRY | Gather for live tunes from three notable acts, performers, vendors & more |

• 5:30pm - 8pm | Ask Me Anything w/ CityNerd | Celebrate 10 year of Paths For People & help showcase YEG to the world | FREE-$10/person |

• 5:45pm - 8:30pm | Let Me Explain | FREE_EVENT | Learn something new from a local near you at this exciting, completely unscheduled yap off |

• 6pm - 7pm | Downtown St. Albert Walking Tour | Join a guided tour & explore the rich history of this bespoke community for $3/person |

• 6pm - 8pm | Rock the Park: Chantelle Marie | FREE_EVENT | Catch some rays along with some sultry tunes from this legendary local songwriter |

• 6pm - 9pm | For the Love of Fishing in Canada’s Wild Places | BY_DONATION | Catch two feature films about fishing conservation & more |

• 7pm - 9pm | Hip Hop Showcase | FREE_EVENT | Move to the rhythm & bounce to the beat as you showcase your dance talents |

• 7pm - 11:55pm | Bass Therapy | Come for the dubs & stay for the wubs at this local artist bass music showcase | $9.99+/person |

• 7pm start | Jocelyn Gould | FREE_EVENT | Bring your lawn chair & enjoy a stellar performance from this two time Juno winner & excellent musician |

• 7pm start | Cultural Campfires | FREE_EVENT | Pull up (your own) lawn chair & learn how Chinese history & culture have shaped our storied region |

• July 17 - 18 | blU Talks | Come curious, leave captivated as 20+ academics & thought leaders alike imbue you with quality speeches | $41.10/person/event |

• July 17 - 27 | Taste of Edmonton | Take a stroll through the downtown core & check out a host of mini menus from local eateries | Tickets run $1+/ticket |

Friday, July 18:

• 9am - 11am | Pancake Breakfast | FREE_EVENT | Celebrate the kickoff to K-Days with a plate of hotcakes & admission at no cost to you |

• 9am - 6pm | African Social Work Education & Practice | FREE_EVENT | Grab a bite to eat & enjoy presentations from a handful of doctors |

• 11:30am - 3pm | Sigma Launch Event | FREE_EVENT | Check out the hottest new camera gear from Signma |

• Noon - 3pm | Ice Cream Fridays | FREE_EVENT | Attendees aged 12 & under can get all sugared up at no cost to them |

• 6pm - 10pm | Noche Bohemia | Break out those latin dance moves you’ve been polishing as Sebas Ramirez takes to the stage | $15/person |

• 7pm - 9pm | B.Y.O. Mad Max Car | Join local Lego master Sam Malmberg & unleash your inner engineer before bringing your creation home | $40/person |

• 7pm - 9pm | Canada Mens Rugby vs Spain | Catch a rare glimpse of pro rugby action here in the city for $43.40/person |

• 7pm - 11:30pm | Peter Dreams & MoonRiivr w/ Billi Zizi | Catch three local artists live on stage for one low price | $33.28/person |

• 7:05pm start | Riverhawks: Star Wars Night | Unleash your inner Jedi & cheer on the boys as they take on the Northpaws | $10+/person |

• 7:30pm - 9pm | Kizomba Vibes | FREE_EVENT | Straighten out your tow left feet with a dance lesson & social from legendary local Chad Detoski |

• 8pm - 12am | Shrek Rave | Bring your swimsuit & $5 bucks/person and get ready for a fun midnight swim |

• 9pm start | One Direction Dance Party | Celebrate this band with an epic party | $12.57+/person |

• 10pm - 2am | The Function | DJ Exo keeps the room moving & you could be there for FREE-$22.63/person |

• 10:30pm start | A Movie Under the Stars | FREE_EVENT | Bring a lawn chair & catch E.T. (1982) on the big screen | Concession will be available |

• July 18 - 20 | Great Outdoor Comedy Festival | Laugh lots as a handful of the best comedians from around the globe descend on YEG | Ticket prices vary |

• July 18 - 27 | K-Days | Feel the thrill of the rides & have a blast on the midway | Plus a gamer expo & epic bands every night all week long | $11+/person/day |