{"id":791126,"date":"2026-07-09T18:59:12","date_gmt":"2026-07-09T18:59:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/791126\/"},"modified":"2026-07-09T18:59:12","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T18:59:12","slug":"10-things-to-do-this-weekend-in-edmonton-july-10-12","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/791126\/","title":{"rendered":"10 things to do this weekend in Edmonton (July 10-12)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>This weekend in Edmonton is jam-packed with things to do, like festivals, musicals, markets, and more.<\/p>\n<p>No matter what you\u2019re looking to do in the city, you\u2019re definitely going to find something worthwhile. Trust me, we\u2019ve got all the best things going on in Edmonton, so there\u2019s no shortage of fun for these next three days. No more wasting time, let\u2019s jump straight into everything the city has to offer!<\/p>\n<p>If you aren\u2019t familiar with the group, the Edmonton Pops Orchestra works to combine music, dance, and storytelling to create dynamic and intimate concert experiences for folks across Edmonton. This summer, they\u2019re bringing\u00a0Something Rotten!, a musical comedy, to Hawrelak Park to kick off things with a bang.<\/p>\n<p>When: Now until Sunday, July 12, 2026<br \/>Time:\u00a01:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.<br \/>Where:\u00a0Hawrelak Park \u2014 330 Groat Rd. NW, Edmonton, Alta.<br \/>Cost:\u00a0$50<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re familiar with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fortedmontonpark.ca\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Fort Edmonton Park<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fortedmontonpark.ca\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">\u2018s<\/a>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/curiocity.com\/where-dark-things-dwell-edmonton-alberta\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Where Dark Things Dwell<\/a>, its highly anticipated sequel has arrived.<\/p>\n<p>Teams of four will work together in this escape \u201croom\u201d experience to solve puzzles, uncover clues, and complete challenges throughout the park\u2019s 1885 Street, racing to break a mysterious curse before time runs out.<\/p>\n<p>When:\u00a0Now until Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026<br \/>Time:\u00a06 and 8:30 p.m.<br \/>Where:\u00a0Fort Edmonton Park \u2014 7000 143rd St. NW, Edmonton, Alta.<br \/>Cost:\u00a0$35<\/p>\n<p>If you aren\u2019t familiar with this summer tradition, this art walk takes over the heart of Edmonton, Old Strathcona, every year. It\u2019s actually Alberta\u2019s largest and oldest non-juried arts festival. According to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/art-walk.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">its website<\/a>, it\u2019s also the first art walk in Edmonton.<\/p>\n<p>When:\u00a0Friday, July 10, to Sunday, July 12, 2026<br \/>Time:\u00a010 a.m. to 5 p.m.<br \/>Where:\u00a0Whyte Avenue, Edmonton, Alta.<br \/>Cost:\u00a0Free<\/p>\n<p>From June until September, the downtown streets will be bursting with electric energy, all in the name of community. Live music, patio vibes, and local businesses are what this Summer Block Party series is all about. You won\u2019t want to miss out on these Saturdays, because it\u2019s going to be a blast, for sure.<\/p>\n<p>When: Saturday, July 11, 2026<br \/>Time: 4 to 9 p.m.<br \/>Where:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.edmonton.ca\/projects_plans\/downtown\/entertainment-district\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Rice Howard Way Entertainment District, Edmonton, Alta.<\/a><br \/>Cost:\u00a0Free<\/p>\n<p>This is the second year of Rockin\u2019 Thunder in Edmonton, bringing even bigger rock names to the stage. With Creed and Three Days Grace, you can expect to be headbanging all night.<\/p>\n<p>When:\u00a0Saturday, July 11, to Sunday, July 12, 2026<br \/>Time:\u00a0Various times<br \/>Where:\u00a0Exhibition Lands Racetrack, Edmonton, Alta.<br \/>Cost:\u00a0$286+<\/p>\n<p>Pick up organic fruits, veggies, homemade meals, and artisanal goods from over 35 vendors in downtown Edmonton. Not to mention, this market is completely pet-friendly, so don\u2019t worry about bringing your furry friends along.<\/p>\n<p>When:\u00a0Every Saturday now until Oct. 10, 2026<br \/>Time:\u00a010 a.m. to 3 p.m.<br \/>Where:\u00a0104th Street, Edmonton, Alta.<br \/>Cost:\u00a0Free<\/p>\n<p>This market in Old Strathcona has been around for ages, and it\u2019s Edmonton\u2019s most premier farmers market. Being the original year-rounder, this place offers the best locally grown and made goods as well as trinkets you won\u2019t be able to find anywhere else.<\/p>\n<p>When:\u00a0Every Saturday and Sunday<br \/>Time:\u00a08 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sundays<br \/>Where:\u00a010310 83rd Ave. NW, Edmonton, Alta.<br \/>Cost:\u00a0Free<\/p>\n<p>Queen Mary\u2019s Market is located in the heart of Edmonton and offers over 130 vendors, as well as five individual restaurants within the building. This market takes on strong local vendors with a selection of antiques, rare collectibles, local produce, artisanal goods, and services.<\/p>\n<p>When:\u00a0Every Saturday and Sunday<br \/>Time:\u00a010 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays<br \/>Where:\u00a012011 111th Ave. NW, Edmonton, Alta.<br \/>Cost:\u00a0Free<\/p>\n<p>This is Edmonton\u2019s largest and longest-standing outdoor market, offering over 200 vendors and a wonderful variety of handmade goods and locally produced treats. It\u2019s a great community-driven market that\u2019s perfect for those looking to get closer to bakers, chefs, artisans, and more.<\/p>\n<p>When:\u00a0Every Sunday until Oct. 11, 2026<br \/>Time:\u00a010 a.m to 3 p.m.<br \/>Where:\u00a06655 178th St. NW, Edmonton, Alta.<br \/>Cost:\u00a0Free<\/p>\n<p>Grand Market Edmonton was established in 2012, and now it\u2019s grown into something even bigger than we could\u2019ve ever imagined. If you\u2019re looking for the greatest market to visit on weekdays after work, you might have just found it.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s a market from Grand Markets on Thursdays as well, but this is a great way to start off the week.<\/p>\n<p>When:\u00a0Every Sunday now until Oct. 11, 2026<br \/>Time:\u00a011 a.m. to 3 p.m.<br \/>Where:\u00a0102nd Avenue and\u00a0124th Street, Edmonton, Alta.<br \/>Cost:\u00a0Free<\/p>\n<p>Recent posts:<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/curiocity.com\/remington-carriage-museum-alberta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">This Alberta museum is home to the world\u2019s largest collection of horse-drawn vehicles<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/curiocity.com\/u-pick-berry-farms-edmonton\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Here are the best u-pick berry farms around Edmonton to visit this summer<\/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 size-full wp-image-254369\" 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\/1783623552_58_Screenshot-2025-07-07-090847.png\" alt=\"Alyssa Gallardo\" title=\"Alyssa Gallardo\"  \/>Alyssa Gallardo<\/p>\n<p>Alyssa is a Staff Writer for Dished and Curiocity Edmonton. She\u2019s a big fan of everything entertainment, and can always be seen running around the city going from concert to concert.<\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/curiocity.com\/author\/alyssa-gallardo\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Read articles<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"This weekend in Edmonton is jam-packed with things to do, like festivals, musicals, markets, and more. 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