Where: Commonwealth Stadium \u2014 11000 Stadium Rd. NW
Cost: Ticket prices start at $15; find them online<\/a><\/p>\n
What: This is your one-way ticket to a world of flavours! Take a peek at Pakistan, taste the flavours of Fiji, feel the beat of Burkina-Faso, and explore cultures from Afghanistan to Wales. The Edmonton Heritage Festival is a family-friendly mingling of nations sharing their entertainment, music, culture, and cuisine. You can attend this legendary festival at Hawrelak Park this summer.<\/p>\n
When:\u00a0Friday, Aug. 1 to 3, 2026
Where: Hawrelak Park \u2014 9330 Groat Rd. NW
Cost:\u00a0Free admission<\/p>\n
What: Feel the adrenaline at the Edmonton Expo Centre, home to the Edmonton Stingers. Catch Canada\u2019s top basketball players in action until early August as they chase the CEBL Championship.<\/p>\n
When: Select dates in August Hockey Canada<\/p>\n What: The Hlinka Gretzky Cup stands as one of the most prestigious and anticipated international hockey tournaments, offering fans and scouts a first look at the world\u2019s top NHL Draft-eligible talent. Held annually each August, this invitation-only event is the only best-on-best competition at the U18 level, making it a critical early milestone on the path to the NHL Draft.<\/p>\n When: Monday, Aug. 3 to 8, 2026 What: Slip into a low lawn chair and take in the backdrop of the city skyline and the grassy slope down Gallagher Hill towards the main stage nestled in a natural amphitheatre, the epicenter of a much-anticipated annual August homage to all things musical.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0Thursday, Aug. 6 to 9, 2026 What: Cariwest, Edmonton\u2019s annual celebration of Caribbean arts, music, and culture, brings a fully licensed party to Churchill Square this summer. This year\u2019s festivities include special events, performances, and exhibitions commemorating this milestone and honouring the founders, volunteers, and participants who have shaped the festival over the years.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0Friday, Aug. 7 to 9, 2026 What:\u00a0Spend your Saturday afternoon surrounded by great vibes, live music, and vibrant performances along 124th Street this summer.<\/p>\n When: Saturday afternoons from 12 to 6 p.m. What:\u00a0The Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival is the largest and longest-running Fringe festival in North America \u2014 and one of the most celebrated in the world. For 11 unforgettable days, Fringe transforms Edmonton into a hub of theatre, music, magic, comedy, and community, where anyone can be an artist and everyone belongs.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0Thursday, Aug. 13 to 23, 2026 What:\u00a0The next Props & Hops has arrived, and this time the Alberta Aviation Museum is transforming into the ultimate summer camp experience for grown-ups. Guests are invited to an adults-only evening surrounded by historic aircraft, where aviation meets the best parts of camp life. Expect nostalgic games, live music, local drinks, and classic campfire-inspired experiences.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, from 7 to 11 p.m. What: Each August, the Perseid meteor shower lights up the sky as Earth passes through the trail of debris left by Comet 109P\/Swift\u2013Tuttle, a celestial visitor that returns to our solar system just once every 133 years.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0Saturday, Aug. 15 to 16, 2026 What: Lace up your sneakers, because the Servus Edmonton Marathon is back. This event draws thousands of movers, walkers, and runners from around the world and offers a variety of runs for you to crush. This marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier race, so this is your chance to run fast and flat to the finish line.<\/p>\n When: Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026 What:\u00a0Are you ready to embark on a wild adventure like no other? The Valley Zoo Development Society invites you to Zoobrew, the ultimate event for animal lovers and craft beverage enthusiasts alike. During this annual summer event, guests can experience the magic of the Edmonton Valley Zoo after hours while enjoying a drink in hand.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0Friday, Aug. 21, 2026 What: Get ready to feel the ground shake as Monster Truck Throwdown roars into action. Experience nonstop motorsport excitement as massive trucks deliver high-flying action and jaw-dropping stunts. Watch these giants go full throttle with gravity-defying jumps, spinning donuts, wild wheelies, and full 360-degree destruction.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0Friday, Aug. 21 to 23, 2026. What:\u00a0This iconic event brings heart-pounding races, electric energy, and unforgettable moments all in one spectacular day. The track comes alive as top horses thunder toward the finish line and the crowd roars with excitement.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026 What: Republic Live and OEG Sports & Entertainment are bringing the renowned and highly anticipated Boots and Hearts Music Festival to Edmonton. Musical icons Russell Dickerson and Shaboozey will headline the inaugural fest for an exciting way to close out August.<\/p>\n When: Friday, Aug. 28 to 29, 2026 What: Monster Jam rolls into Edmonton for one epic weekend! Watch the world\u2019s top drivers go head-to-head in an adrenaline-fueled showdown packed with jaw-dropping stunts, roaring engines, and nonstop thrills. The atmosphere will be electric, the cheers loud, and the entertainment unforgettable. Don\u2019t miss your chance to be part of the action. This is one wild ride you won\u2019t want to miss.<\/p>\n When: Saturday, Aug. 29 to 30, 2026 What:\u00a0Get ready to experience Edmonton\u2019s River Valley like never before with The Common, as guests are invited to celebrate some of Alberta\u2019s best breweries aboard the iconic High Level Streetcar. Sip, savour, and soak in the views as you roll through the city with great company, local craft beer, and unbeatable scenery.<\/p>\n
Where: Edmonton Expo Centre \u2014 7515 118th Ave. NW
Cost: Single game tickets start at $27 and can be purchased online<\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/530812261_1310297830882019_5560593305647508037_n.jpg\"\/ "\\"\\"")
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Where:\u00a0Rogers Place \u2014 10220 104th Ave. NW
Cost: Ticket Packages start at $173 all-in<\/p>\n
Where: Gallagher Park \u2014 9505 96th Ave. NW
Cost:\u00a0Resale tickets available online<\/a><\/p>\n
Where:\u00a0Sir Winston Churchill Square
Cost:\u00a0Free admission<\/p>\n
Where:\u00a0124th Street NW between 102nd and 108th Ave. NW
Cost:\u00a0Free<\/p>\n
Where: Old Strathcona
Cost:\u00a0Free and paid events; find tickets online<\/a><\/p>\n
Where: Alberta Aviation Museum \u2014 11410 Kingsway
Cost:\u00a0$25 admission; find tickets online<\/a><\/p>\n
Where:\u00a0Hesje Observatory \u2014 Twsp. Rd 493A \u2014 Kingman, Alta.
Cost:\u00a0Free<\/p>\n
Where:\u00a09797 Jasper Ave. NW
Cost:\u00a0Free for spectators<\/p>\n
Where: Edmonton Valley Zoo \u2014\u00a013315 Buena Vista Rd. NW
Cost:\u00a0$33.50; find tickets online<\/a><\/p>\n
Where: RAD Torque Raceway \u2014 50342 Rge. Rd 253, Edmonton International Airport
Cost:\u00a0Tickets start at $20 and can be found online<\/a><\/p>\n
Where: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino \u2014 4711 Airport Perimeter Rd., Edmonton
Cost:\u00a0Tickets start at $28.35 and can be purchased online<\/a><\/p>\n
Where: Fan Park at ICE District \u2014 10104 104th Ave. NW
Cost:\u00a0Ticket prices vary and can be purchased online<\/a><\/p>\n
Where:\u00a0Rogers Place \u2014 10220 104th Ave. NW
Cost:\u00a0Ticket prices vary and can be purchased online<\/a><\/p>\n