{"id":777022,"date":"2026-07-03T05:49:33","date_gmt":"2026-07-03T05:49:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/777022\/"},"modified":"2026-07-03T05:49:33","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T05:49:33","slug":"10-things-to-do-in-and-around-edmonton-this-weekend-july-3-to-5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/777022\/","title":{"rendered":"10 things to do in and around Edmonton this weekend (July 3 to 5)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for weekend plans in Edmonton? You\u2019ve come to the right place! As we head into the first weekend of July, the city is packed with things to do, and we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best options so you can skip the endless searching and get straight to planning.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look at what\u2019s going on in Edmonton this weekend.<\/p>\n<p>The Edmonton International Street Performers Festival returns to Churchill Square this July, featuring 10 days of free, family-friendly entertainment in downtown Edmonton. The festival transforms the square into a hub of live street performance, featuring everything from jaw-dropping circle shows and roving acts to Kids\u2019 activities and hands-on fun.<\/p>\n<p>When: Friday, July 3, to Sunday, July 12, 2026<br \/>Time: Times vary<br \/>Where: Churchill Square \u2013 1 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, Alta.<br \/>Cost: <a href=\"https:\/\/edmontonstreetfest.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Pay by donation<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Edmonton Gem Show is bringing a sparkling weekend of crystals, fossils, gemstones, and handmade jewelry to the city. Taking place at the Alberta Aviation Museum, the show features over 100 vendors from across Canada, showcasing everything from rare minerals and polished stones to unique artisan pieces you won\u2019t find anywhere else.<\/p>\n<p>When: Friday, July 3, to Sunday, July 5, 2026<br \/>Time: Times vary<br \/>Where: Alberta Aviation Museum \u2013 11410 Kingsway NW, Edmonton, Alta.<br \/>Cost: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edmontongemshow.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Starting at $8<\/a><\/p>\n<p>ECAMP Curiosity Tours are back this summer with fresh ways to explore the stories that shaped Edmonton. This year\u2019s lineup includes the Labour History Tour and the Children of the Flats, each offering a different perspective on the people, places and lived experience that helped build the city we know today.<\/p>\n<p>New this summer is a tour centred around the Edmonton Commonwealth Walkway, highlighting the river valley in collaboration with EHC\u2019s Commonwealth Walkway app. It\u2019s an easy way to explore the city at your own pace while learning more about Edmonton\u2019s history and landscape along the way.<\/p>\n<p>When: Tours will take place\u00a0every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, with Tour topics alternating weekly.<br \/>Time: Thursdays: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., Fridays: 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.<br \/>Where: July 21: Royal Glenora Club Parking Lot; Aug. 11: Royal Glenora Club Parking Lot; Sept. 1: 100th St. Funicular, Edmonton, Alta.<br \/>Cost: Free<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve been waiting for a big concert night in Edmonton, this is it. ASAP Rocky is bringing his Don\u2019t Be Dumb Tour to Rogers Place, and it\u2019s going to be loud, energetic, and packed with the hits you know and love.<\/p>\n<p>When: Friday, July 3, 2026<br \/>Time: 8:30 p.m.<br \/>Where: Rogers Place \u2013 10220 104th Ave., Edmonton, Alta.<br \/>Cost: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ticketmaster.ca\/event\/1100643087FC6728\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Starting at $114.25<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Get ready for a high-energy night of pop hits, fierce drag, and unforgettable vibes with Robin Cisek and Peromone Killz. This special event brings together live music and drag performance for a bold, entertaining show that celebrates creativity, performance, and community all in one place.<\/p>\n<p>When: Friday, July 3, 2026<br \/>Time: 8:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.<br \/>Where: Chromozone Showcase Room \u2013 7217 77th Ave., Edmonton, Alta.<br \/>Cost: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.ca\/e\/metis-music-drag-w-robin-cisek-pheromone-killz-tickets-1987636480218?aff=oddtdtcreator&amp;fbclid=IwVERDUAR67mhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR77trFM6yWeB7cvkfdGywmmEl8kVJ-MQrkKp5PXpTB256o-9PcgXxWr-zuprg_aem_QHFzh2VGVO3BDnRhT9DjKw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">$17.31<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is coming to the Citadel Theatre, bringing a hilarious and heartfelt musical about six awkward middle-school champions competing for spelling glory. Packed with clever wordplay, catchy songs, comedy and plenty of laughs, it\u2019s a fast-paced race where only one speller can win the bee.<\/p>\n<p>When: Saturday, July 1, to Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026<br \/>Time: Showtimes at 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.<br \/>Where: Citadel Theatre \u2013 9828 101A Ave., Edmonton, Alta.<br \/>Cost: <a href=\"https:\/\/secure.citadeltheatre.com\/overview\/10564\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Starting at $97<\/a><\/p>\n<p>International Rugby is returning to Edmonton this summer, with Clarke Stadium hosting three major men\u2019s matchups, including two appearances from Canada. Fans can catch Canada vs Spain on July 4, followed by Canada vs Portugal and Tonga vs Spain on July 11, as part of the World Rugby Nations Cup 2026.<\/p>\n<p>When: Saturday, July 4, to Saturday, July 11, 2026<br \/>Time: Times vary<br \/>Where: Clarke Stadium \u2013 11000 Stadium Rd. Edmonton, Alta<br \/>Cost: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ticketmaster.ca\/rugby-canada-tickets\/artist\/3010371\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Starting at $54.88<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Have you ever noticed the silver lines woven through the Royal Alberta Museum lobby, or what inspired its sweeping staircase? This July, the museum is offering a free Architecture and Design Tour as part of the Doors Open Festival, giving visitors a closer look at the stories built into the space itself.<\/p>\n<p>When: Sunday, July 5, to Sunday, July 12, 2026<br \/>Time: 6 p.m.<br \/>Where: Royal Alberta Museum \u2013 9810 103a Ave, Edmonton, Alta.<br \/>Cost: <a href=\"https:\/\/atms.alberta.ca\/ram\/Selection.aspx?sch=199262\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Free<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Feel the energy at the Edmonton EXPO as the Edmonton Stingers take on the Winnipeg Sea Bears in a high-intensity CEBL matchup.<\/p>\n<p>When: Sunday, July 5, 2026<br \/>Time: 4 p.m.<br \/>Where: Edmonton Expo Centre \u2013 7515 118th Ave., Edmonton, Alta.<br \/>Cost: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ticketmaster.ca\/edmonton-stingers-vs-winnipeg-sea-bears-edmonton-alberta-07-05-2026\/event\/11006465898E64D3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Starting at $22<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Golden Girls: Vegas Vacation is hitting Jubilations Dinner Theatre, bringing a hilarious night of music, comedy and over-the-top Vegas energy. The story follows everyone\u2019s favourite Golden Girls as they finally take the wild Las Vegas trip they never got to take in their younger years.<\/p>\n<p>When: Sunday, July 5, 2026<br \/>Time: 5:15 p.m.<br \/>Where: 8882 170th St. NW, Calgary, Alta.<br \/>Cost:<a href=\"https:\/\/jubilations.ca\/edmonton-shows\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"> Starting at $51.89<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Enjoy the weekend, Edmonton!<\/p>\n<p>Recent posts:<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/curiocity.com\/edmonton-employers-hiring-jobs-july\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Over 20 employers in Edmonton are hiring for hundreds of jobs<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/curiocity.com\/alberta-prairie-railway-stettler\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">This historic steam train lets you experience Alberta like it\u2019s the 1920s<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/preferences\/source?q=curiocity.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"js-loaded alignnone wp-image-254369 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Keep-up-with-your-city.-Add-Curiocity-as-a-Preferred-Source-on-Google-e1779889457233.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"851\" height=\"199\"  \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"js-loaded \" width=\"120\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/371CA840-6683-498C-94E6-3D8289C35E01.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"371CA840-6683-498C-94E6-3D8289C35E01\"  \/>Kaiya Williams<\/p>\n<p>Kaiya is a Calgary-based writer and content creator with a background in marketing and digital storytelling. She has a passion for community-driven stories and covering local experiences that connect people.<\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/curiocity.com\/author\/kaiya-williams\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Read articles<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Looking for weekend plans in Edmonton? You\u2019ve come to the right place! 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