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10 things to do in and around Edmonton this week (July 2-5)

10 things to do in and around Edmonton this week (July 2-5)
10 things to do in and around Edmonton this week (July 2-5)

Have a nice week, Edmonton! You’ve survived the long weekend, and there’s even more fun to be had as we enter our favorite season, summer! July is full of festivals and this week is no exception. Start your short week and check out these things to do in Edmonton!

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Free Will Shakespeare Festival

The Freewill Shakespeare Festival is back this summer and will take place in four Edmonton communities. You can check out “The Tempest” this season, and Tuesday nights and Saturday matinees are Pay-What-You-Will (PWYW)! This year’s communities are: Lessard from July 2 to 7 and Sherbrooke from July 9 to 14.

When : Currently until July 14, 2024
Or : Various locations
Prix: POWER – 35 $

Edmonton River Float

Keep the long weekend vibes going and enjoy some tubing this week. Spend the day with family and friends relaxing on the river at Edmonton River Float, but don’t forget your sunscreen!

When : Tubing available all week
Or : Parc Kinsmen, 9100 Walterdale Hill NW
Prix: 28$ – 38$

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Nothing shows the age of your car more than chips and scratches on its paint. Ming Shine offers comprehensive paint correction and power polishing services to restore and enhance your vehicle’s exterior. The process includes several polishing steps to remove surface imperfections such as swirl marks, light scratches and dull paint. This service works for vehicles of all ages and is designed to achieve a smooth, shiny finish. Your car will look like it just came out of the parking lot!

When : Appointments available now!
Or : Ming Shine – 10575 108 St NW et Ming Shine Sud Edmonton – 9918 35 Ave NW

Sounds of the valley: music and poetry

Looking for free concerts with art, music, and poetry? Head to the Snow Valley Ski Club on Tuesdays! Listen to the performers outside and bring a lawn chair if you can.

When : From Tuesday July 2 to Tuesday August 27, 2024
Or : Creekside Eats, 13204, chemin Rainbow Valley
Prix: Level test

Festival d’humour Grindstone

The 5th annual Grindstone Comedy Festival is back in town and organizers say it’s bigger than ever! If you haven’t been yet, you can expect “independent stand-up, improv and sketch comedy” from national performers and emerging local talent. This year, Debra DiGiovanni, Eric Andrews, Courtney Gilmour and Noah Brodeur are among the performers.

When : From Wednesday July 3 to Sunday July 7, 2024
Or : (Lieu principal)The Grindstone Comedy Theatre & Bistro, 10019 81 Avenue
Prix: $35 +

Edmonton Streetcar Pop-Up Party: Beer and Sunset Concert

Every week, the Edmonton Pop-up Streetcar Party hosts a secret performance with a new artist, acoustic set, and a new local brewery atop the High Level Bridge!

When : Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024
Or : Edmonton Radial Railway Company, 10254 82 Ave NW
Prix: $56.74

Festival found

The Found Festival is described by organizers as “Edmonton’s celebration of art in unexpected places.” It brings together artists for a week in the summer to “celebrate how art can create unforgettable moments in our community.”

When : From Thursday July 4 to Sunday July 7, 2024
Or : Various locations
Prix: $15 +

Edmonton International Street Performers Festival

The Edmonton International Street Performers Festival celebrates 40 years of high-caliber street performance in the heart of downtown! From musicians to jugglers, including acrobats and unicyclists, discover it for free in July.

When : From Friday July 5 to Sunday July 14, 2024
Or : Place Sir Winston Churchill, 100 rue NW
Prix: Free to attend

Sherwood Park Wild Rose Carnival

Carnival is back in Sherwood Park! From July 5 to 7, you can find it in front of the shopping center in a new, prominent location. Get ready for some running races for the family to enjoy.

When : From Friday July 5 to Sunday July 7, 2024
Or : 2020, promenade Sherwood, Sherwood Park
Prix: $1 +

Edmonton Stingers vs Vancouver Bandits

Edmonton Stingers professional basketball returns to the Edmonton EXPO Centre in July! They take on the Vancouver Bandits this week.

When : Friday, Juillet 5th, 2024
Or : Centre EXPO d’Edmonton, 7515 118 Ave NW
Prix: $20 +

Edmonton Riverhawks vs. Kamloops

Maybe some baseball this week? The Edmonton Riverhawks are hosting “First Responders Night” Friday as they take on Kamloops. Head to the field after the game to watch the incredible fireworks show put on by Uncle John’s Fireworks!

When : Friday, Juillet 5th, 2024
Or : Champ RE/MAX
Prix: $19.99 +

Have a good week!

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