Things to Do in September in Edmonton
September keeps the summer fun going in Edmonton! With a full schedule of activities to fill your calendar, you can send the season off in style before welcoming the coziness of fall with open arms.
Where Dreams Become Melodies
Join us for a free Disney concert in Churchill Square featuring the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and vocalists! Disney in Concert: A Dream is a Wish will showcase music from beloved Disney films, including The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Frozen, and more!
September 1 & 2
Canada's Festival City
Cocktails & Jerk Festival
Dance, relax, and experience the diversity of Caribbean culture at Cocktails & Jerk! This event draws inspiration from popular Jamaican street food. With an entertainment lineup that captures the laid-back energy of an island breeze and food options that take your taste buds on a tropical vacation, this is the perfect way to bid farewell to summer.
September 1-3
Paint the Town
The Grindstone's Mural Massive returns for the fourth year! Witness incredible street artists bringing large murals to life in real time at this indoor/outdoor art and theatre event in Old Strathcona's Garage District. Live entertainment, a fantastic patio, a dance party, and more await!
September 2
Sea Change Super Friendly Fest
Prepare for a high-voltage punk rock fest at the legendary MIDWAY Music Hall! The Sea Change Super Friendly Fest is where raw energy, relentless riffs, and rebellious spirit collide. It's not just music—it's an unforgettable experience featuring punk legends and rising stars.
September 9
Edmonton Mountain Bike Festival
Gear up for three exhilarating days celebrating mountain biking in the heart of the city at the Edmonton Mountain Bike Festival! Enjoy group rides, live music, fun events, fundraisers, and more. Come join the community for a weekend of riding, fun, and exploring the river valley.
September 8-10
Strathearn Art Walk
The Strathearn Art Walk & Music Festival is a free, family-friendly art and music festival that aims to bring out the best in the community by uniting people to celebrate emerging and professional art and music. All of this against the scenic backdrop of our beautiful river valley and city skyline. This is shaping up to be the best September walk yet!
September 9-10
Savour Strathcona 2023
Savour Strathcona is an annual celebration of Strathcona County's local food and art scene. Independent restaurateurs, brewers, winemakers, cider makers, and distillers from across Strathcona County will showcase their signature creations to the community. Enjoy live entertainment and activities throughout the afternoon and evening.
September 10
Comic & Entertainment Expo
The Edmonton Comic and Entertainment Expo is a celebration of all things pop culture—comic books, sci-fi, fantasy, comedy, and everything in between! Meet your favorite stars, get artwork from beloved comic book artists, participate in one-time-only workshops and guest panels, and explore vendors from all over the country.
September 15-17
Kaleido Festival
Arts on the Ave and Kaleido are back with the 2023 Kaleido Family Arts Festival! This joyous, exuberant, radically open arts festival shares the love of the Alberta Avenue Arts District and welcomes collaborative performances such as music, dance, theatre, film, literary and visual arts. Performances will take place on rooftops, sides of buildings, back alleys, parks, and unconventional spaces.
September 15-17
Play the Fool
Immerse yourself in whimsy and revelry on the charming streets of historic Old Strathcona neighborhood! The Play the Fool Theatre Festival brings together seasoned and emerging local, national, and international artists for four days of delightful clowning around. Get ready to be swept away by a symphony of laughter, mischief, and unforgettable performances that will leave your heart lighter and your spirits soaring.
September 21-24
International Film Festival
Fancy checking out a new movie, or ten? The Edmonton International Film Festival (EIFF) celebrates diverse cinema in local theaters. You'll laugh, cry, and feel inspired by high-quality films from both YEG and around the world. These features and shorts span all genres and are mixed with a handful of award-winning selections from the film festival circuit.
September 22 - October 1
Laugh Out Loud
Get ready for 4 days of funny! The Edmonton Comedy Festival features comedians from across North America performing on stages throughout the city. Gather your friends and family for a dose of chuckles with some unforgettable acts!
September 27-30
Discover Indigenous Edmonton
Treaty 6 Territory is home to many nations including the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Sioux and Métis People. This month is the perfect chance to take advantage of the weather and immerse yourself in culture. Take an Indigenous-led tour with Talking Rock Tours, explore the stories that have shaped Treaty 6 Territory at the Royal Alberta Museum, or visit the Indigenous People's Experience at Fort Edmonton Park before the park closes for the season on September 17!
River Cree Indian Relay Cup
Witness a heart-pounding cultural horse racing tradition at the River Cree Indian Relay Cup! This unique team-based relay race showcases the remarkable bond between riders and horses as they navigate lightning-fast laps around the track, with riders leaping bareback from one horse to another. This riveting sport pays homage to Indigenous traditions, highlighting the deep connection between humans and animals.
September 2-3
Visit Métis Crossing
Embark on a day trip to Métis Crossing and learn how the Métis lived as trappers. Learn about historical families and their homes, gain insights into the medicinal uses of plants, and much more. Métis Crossing stands as Alberta's first major Métis cultural interpretive center, spread across 512 acres designed to provide immersive experiences for visitors. The wildlife park is home to rare white bison, wood bison, plains bison, elk, and Percheron horses!
Plays, Performances, and Productions
Catch a Show at Rogers Place
One of the best parts of Edmonton's ICE District is the chance to have an evening out plus catch a great show all in one place! Check out the upcoming concerts at Rogers Place! Don't forget to grab a bite at one of the ICE District's signature local restaurants.
- The Chicks – September 8
- 50 Cent – September 11
- Iron Maiden – September 30
Душа народу – Spirit of a Nation
Volya Ukrainian Dance Ensemble of Edmonton and the Pavlychenko Folklorique Ensemble (PFE) from Saskatoon are proud to present their new and collaborative show Душа народу – The Spirit of a Nation! Experience Ukrainian dance in this colorful and immersive production at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.
September 9
Ain't Too Proud
Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations is the new smash-hit Broadway musical that follows The Temptations’ extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame! Catch this electrifying production at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.
September 26-October 1
Ballet Edmonton's BE Home Tour
Arouse your creativity and be inspired by amazing decorating, design and renovation ideas at the BE Home Tour! Your ticket allows you to walk through five remarkable and impressive private homes in our city, in support of Ballet Edmonton. View the homes at your own pace over the two-day tour.
September 23-24
Take a Food Bike Tour
Food Bike Tour provides easy, active, healthy lifestyle alternatives that you and your loved ones can all enjoy together! These delicious adventures are an exciting and unique way to connect with others, celebrate an anniversary, bachelorette, date night or just gathering with friends and family.
Night Markets Galore
Markets are even more magical under the glow of the moonlight. Take advantage of seasonal night markets like the Alberta Avenue Night Market (September 1, 8, 15) – offering a world of diverse vendors, captivating entertainment, and community spirit, and the Public Night Market (September 15) – with over 60 vendors!
September Sports
NORCECA Men's Final 6
Get ready to witness the ultimate volleyball showdown at the Edmonton Expo Centre! Join USA, Mexico, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and Canada's Men's Next Gen squad for an epic battle on the court. Grab your six-day full-event passes below for 20% off single-day prices!
September 29-24
Cheer On the Elks
Watch as the Edmonton Elks get one step closer to the Grey Cup! Plan your visit to The Brick Field at Commonwealth Stadium to see an afternoon or evening of action-packed Canadian football. Don't miss the battle between the Elks and the Calgary Stampeders on September 9, as well as the fight to victory against the BC Lions on September 22. Antler up!
Edmonton Pro Rodeo
Join us for exciting action at the Edmonton EXPO Centre for the Edmonton Pro Rodeo, hosted by C5 Rodeo and Explore Edmonton! Cheer on the best rodeo athletes from across North America at one of their last stops of the season before the Canadian Finals Rodeo.
September 29-30
Open Cockpit Day
Head to the Alberta Aviation Museum, and prepare to experience history like never before as the doors swing open, granting access to a breathtaking array of rare historical aircrafts. This is the one day of the year when visitors of all ages get the chance to step into the shoes of legendary pilots and take a seat in the pilot’s cockpit!
September 9
Farm to Flame Dinners at Old Red Barn
The Old Red Barn's unique cooking experience is found on a working dairy farm in Leduc, and dinners are held in a beautiful 1950’s barn overlooking Whitemud creek. Menus are designed around what is seasonally available from surrounding local farms. Experience farm-to-table dining in ways you never thought possible with your loved ones.
September 21 & 28
Get a Little Corny
It's corn! Each year, the Edmonton Corn Maze creates new themes designed to get thousands of visitors lost in their tracks. Expect 5 kilometers of twists and turns, as well as 85 decision points. A series of clue cards will offer guidance along the way, with questions rated for all ages. Get lost - it's kind of the point!
Open until October 22
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