July is in full swing, and another Friday is upon us! Ready to get things started? From festivals and shows to a carnival and more, here are 10 wonderfully exciting things to do this weekend in Edmonton!
Get ready, ride lovers! The Sherwood Park Carnival has returned, and this year, there will be a little something for everyone. Food, fun, friends, and games? You won’t want to miss it.
When: Friday to Sunday, July 4 to 5, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: 2020 Sherwood Dr., Sherwood Park, Alta.
Admission $1+
This week, bend and snap your fingers to the music of Legally Blonde, a live production based on the iconic movie.
When: Saturday to Sunday, July 5 to Aug 3, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: 9828 101 A Ave., Edmonton
Admission: $95+
Bringing food, drinks, games, and live performances to the city, the Edmonton Jerk Festival is back for one day. The best part? It’s FREE to attend.
When: Saturday, July 5, 2025
Time: Noon to 8 p.m.
Where: 10844 117th St. NW, Edmonton
Cost: Free to attend
Showcasing contemporary circus acts, live shows, interactive workshops, and outdoor pop-ups, the Alberta Circus Festival is where art meets athleticism. Enjoy!
When: Thursday to Sunday until Aug. 22, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: 8627 Rue Marie-Anne Gaboury
Cost: $34+
Back and bigger than ever. Featuring Kenny vs. Spenny, Jon Dore, Robby Hoffman, and Ivan Decker (among others), the Grindstone Comedy Festival is an absolute riot. Don’t miss the opportunity to work those face muscles, Edmonton!
When: Until Sunday, July 6, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Various venues
Cost: Prices vary
The Capitol’s movie night is back, and this weekend, you can catch Toy Story, a childhood classic. Don’t miss it, YEG!
When: Thursday, June 26, 2025
Time: 10 a.m.
Where: 1920 St., Fort Edmonton Park, Edmonton
Admission: $15+
With epic acts from around the globe, Improvaganza, Edmonton’s premier improv and sketch comedy festival, has returned. Whether it’s quirky characters, audience-driven scenes, or comedy workshops, this festival delivers laughs and creative spontaneity galore.
When: Thursday, June 19 to Sunday, Aug. 22, 2025
Time: 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Where: 10437 83rd Ave.
Cost: $22.04 – $27.55
A battle of Alberta! This weekend, cheer on The Stingers as they play the Calgary Surge. It all goes down on July 5 at the Edmonton EXPO Centre.
When: Sunday, July 6, 2025
Time: 4 p.m.
Where: 7515 118th Ave. NW
Cost: $25+
Woohoo! Get ready to cheer on the Elks at Commonwealth Stadium this Sunday. Against the Ottawa Redblacks, Edmonton will pass, run, rush, and (hopefully) win. Tickets are on sale now.
When: Sunday, July 5, 2025
Time: 5 p.m.
Where: 11000 Stadium Rd., Edmonton
Cost: $19+
As You Like It is a Shakespeare classic, and this weekend you can enjoy a local production of it at Louise McKinney Riverfront Park. Cross your fingers for a clear sky!
When: Until July 20, 2025
Time: Shows at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m.
Where: 9999 Grierson Hill NW, Edmonton
Cost: $35 for GA
This weekend, enjoy the Broadway musical of Amélie, the story of a young woman who improvises small but surprising acts of kindness that bring about joy and chaos.
When: Until July 5, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: 112 87th Ave., Edmonton
Cost: $30 to $35
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