Throughout September
Lotus Art Gallery presents Art in the Park: Watercolour Workshop at Hawrelak Park. Soak in the autumn air and find inspiration in the park before heading inside for a guided watercolour painting session in a social, approachable space.
September 3 to 7
Whether you’re into film scores or Beethoven, the ESO delivers with Symphony Under the Sky. Changing colours on the trees, a nice breeze and live music is hard to beat — but get your tickets now, before they sell out.
September 3 to 6
Catch a Drive-in Movie at the Zoo this month. With a lineup of romance, comedy, animation and horror, there’s sure to be the right flick for your next date night, family outing or late night hang.
September 4
Join the Metro Cinema 50th season launch, with a special screening of Close Encounters of the Third Kind, plus food, drinks, auctions and fundraisers that support the Metro.
September 5
Kinsmen Beer, Wine and Spirits Festival brings together local breweries, wineries and distilleries for an outdoor festival in the river valley. And when you need a snack to soak up the booze, there are food vendors onsite. Plus, proceeds go to local charitable organizations, for some guilt-free imbibing.
September 8
Get Cooking’s Bao Sandwiches class, led by Mai Nguyen, teaches participants how to make two classic Bao Bun flavours from scratch. Learn to craft the perfect bun and cook up pork belly and peach shrimp fillings for your delicious, authentic bao.
September 9
MacEwan University’s Downtown Campus Block Party rings in the new school year with a street festival for downtown’s students, businesses and residents. Live music, food and connection close down several blocks and bring the community together.
September 10
Edmonton Chamber Music Society presents James Ehnes and Andrew Armstrong for a night of piano and violin from two virtuosic performers. Plus, enjoy a pre-show soprano performance by Kyra Aubin.
September 11 to 13
Calling it Strathearn Art Walk almost feels like an understatement — this festival also includes beer gardens, food trucks and live music on multiple stages, along with art by local vendors.
September 11 to 13
Purple City takes over venues around downtown for an all-ages festival featuring artists from diverse genres, from hardcore to electronic to garage rock. This year’s headliners include Desire, Shannon Shaw and Bambara.
September 12
Barrel Fest is a one-of-a-kind beer festival, focusing on barrel-aged and fermented beers and ciders in Ritchie Park.
September 17 to 20
The Mosquers Film Festival is an innovative festival with a mission — transforming how Muslims are seen, building bridges between Muslim and non-Muslim people and highlighting the diversity of Muslim experience through storytelling.
September 18 to 26
If you can’t afford a flight to Germany, you can get your Oktoberfest fix right in the Ice District. This family-friendly event includes games, music and, of course, all the beer and pretzels your money can buy.
September 18 to 20
The Kaliedo Family Arts Festival takes over the Alberta Avenue area with theatre, street performers, dance, art galleries and more.
September 18 to 20
Time to get a little (or a lot) nerdy. Edmonton Expo is for fans of all kinds — comics, sci-fi, fantasy, gaming and more. Meet your favourite stars, attend a panel and shop the artist alley.
September 18 to 20
Down by the River brings together folk, country, indie and alternative music to the scenic Louise McKinney Park, with a focus on Canadian artists, including Goldie Boutilier, the Rural Alberta Advantage and the Velveteins.
September 19 to 20
The BE Home Tour is your chance to be a little nosy. Tour beautiful homes across the Edmonton area, get inspired and support the arts in Edmonton.
September 19 to October 11
Murder on the Orient Express opens at the Citadel Theatre this month, bringing the classic Agatha Christie mystery to life onstage.
September 23
Zachary Lucky brings his country-folk tunes to the Aviary this month. The Saskatoon-based singer-songwriter is known and beloved for his odes to the road and Prairie life.
September 23
The West Block food crawl takes participants to five locations for a delicious set menu. Get to know the restaurants, cafes and shops in Glenora’s West Block.
September 24 to October 3
The Edmonton International Film Festival is back for another year of innovative new cinema from around the world — and our own backyard.
September 24 to 27
Edmonton Comedy Festival brings international comedians to Edmonton for three days of comedy across several venues.
September 25 to 27
Asiafest has become one of the most beloved festivals in south Edmonton — one of the city’s largest celebrations of Asian food, culture and community. More than 120 vendors take over the Currents of Windermere to share delicious street food, cultural performances and shopping.
September 27
Blakbar is known for its heavier shows — but this one is all acoustic. The lineup, which includes Daughters of England, Arbutus Holiday and Painted Animals, makes for a great night of local indie and alternative rock.
September 29
Community Art Night at the Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts kicks off for another season of adult-only classes. Running every Tuesday from September to June, the Nina brings in professional artists to lead beginner-friendly workshops in all kinds of mediums.
