From powerful musical performances to hardcore wrestling, this week has it all.
The weekend flew by, and now it’s already time for the week to begin. We know you’ve been busy, which is why we’ve compiled a list of some of the best things to do in and around Edmonton this week. Let’s jump right in!
Each Tuesday for the summer, artists and visitors are invited to gather in parks for a special performance from local artists. This Tuesday marks the last performance of the season, with Edmonton’s Jed and the Valentine performing their own brand of prairie-folk music.
When: Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025
Where: Columbus Park — 116th Main St., Spruce Grove, Alta.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Returning once again to open the season, Opera al Fresco is an open-air evening event in the stunning botanical gardens of the University of Alberta. This evening is inviting guests to stroll through the gorgeous landscapes while listening to the breathtaking Edmonton Opera chorus and two soloists.
When: Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2025
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Where: University of Alberta Botanic Garden — 51227 AB-60, Parkland County, Alta.
Cost: $78.75
Over north in St. Albert, we can watch the Return of Amplify, a plaza series promoting Amplify, the gathering of young, local, emerging artists. A collection of rising artists is set to perform in front of St. Albert Place, followed by headliner Cristian de la Luna.
When: Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: St. Albert Place — 5th St. Anne St., St. Albert, AB
Cost: Free
On Thursdays throughout the summer, 124 Street lights up in a vibrant display of community. Check out the variety of vendors, performances, and artisan products they have to offer each week!
When: Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025
Time: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: 108th Avenue and 124th Street
Cost: Free
Join the biggest Canadian names in wrestling, Love Pro Wrestling and the Clandestine Wrestling Society, for their presentation of an exclusive prequel to LPW 40. All your favourite LPW stars and the students of the Clandestine Wrestling Society will be joining for the fallout from their last season.
When: Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Rec Room South Edmonton — 1725 99th St. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $12
Showing out for her Whirlwind Tour is Lainey Wilson, country superstar. This Grammy-winning legend is originally from Louisiana, and she is making her way to Edmonton for the performance of a lifetime.
When: Friday, Aug. 29, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Rogers Place — 10220 104th Ave. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: Varies
Join together at the Alchemy for an elevated night of drinks and ink. While individuals enjoy an exclusive martini menu paired with small bites, a live DJ set will be playing to bump up the vibes.
To make the night unforgettable, Alex Kiezik of Après Ink Tattoo will be offering flash tattoos from a curated flash sheet with no appointments necessary. Get ready to show up and get inked!
When: Friday, Aug. 29, 2025
Time: 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Where: Alchemy Bar — 10344 102nd St. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $50-100
The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra will be holding two free concerts right in Edmonton’s Churchill Square. These concerts are themed Disney in Concert: Live Your Dream, featuring sequences from some popular movies and vocals from four Broadway-calibre singers for a magical evening.
When: Friday, Aug. 29, 2025 and Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Sir Winston Churchill Square —100th St. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: Free
The Cirque Italia Water Circus is one of the largest travelling spectacles in the United States and Canada, performing thrilling stunts on water stages. This celebration of art, emotion, and wonder is absolutely unforgettable, so get ready to step into the tent and world of Cirque Italia magic.
When: Friday, Aug. 29, 2025, to Monday, Sept. 8, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: 17504 90th Ave. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $35-$80
Sing along to ABBAMANIA: Back To The Disco Dimension at Jubilations Dinner Theatre!
This experience combines great food with great performances. Watch a musical parody blending ABBA classics with side-splitting humour and outrageous twists over a mouth-watering dinner service.
When: Friday, Aug. 29, 2025, to Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Where: Jubilations Dinner Theatre — 8882 170th St. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: Varies
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