12 best Edmonton food events to check out in July

Jun 29 2023, 9:46 pm

Summer is finally in full swing and it really looks like July will be a seriously great month of amazing Edmonton food events.

This month has some of the city’s favourite seasonal food events like food bike tours, trivia nights, and of course, all of the exciting K-Days events. There were many food spots that opened up recently as well, so checking those out should also be on the to-do list.

Here are the best Edmonton food events to check out in July.

The Common’s Street Car Event

This summer, you can enjoy some beer and incredible food while riding the streetcar atop the High Level Bridge. The Common is back with its eighth annual Street Car event and tickets are already selling quickly.

When: Every Thursday from May 26 until October 26, 2023
Where: 9910 109th Street, Edmonton
Price: $59.77; buy tickets here

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Food Bike Tours

The Food Bike Tours, an exciting culinary adventure that uses the bicycle as the mode of transportation, is kicking off in Edmonton soon. There are many different ones, from Donut Bike Tours to Farmers’ Markets Tours, all running on various dates from now until October

When: Various dates
Where: Various locations

The Kitchen: Summer Salad Extravaganza

The Kitchen hosts so many fun food-making classes throughout the year and this is a pretty specific one. You’ll learn the process of creating summer salads.

When: Thursday, July 6 from 6 to 8:30 pm
Where: 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton
Price: $12

Alberta Avenue District Night Markets

Each family-friendly and inclusive market offers different vendors, entertainment, and community partners to check out. There will be tons of vendors to grab a bite to eat, explore local spots, and sit and relax with friends.

For a full rundown of the markets, check it out here.

When: June 30 to September 15

Tuesday Night Trivia at Hudsons Canada’s Pub

 

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Hudsons on Whyte and Tremendous Trivia are collaborating together to host an evening of fun, challenging, and enormously entertaining pub trivia.

When: Every Tuesday starting at 7:30 pm
Where: 10307 82nd Avenue NW, Edmonton
Price: FREE

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Edmonton Jerk Festival

One of the most popular food-focused days in the year, this is an annual cultural event that consists of all things authentic Jamaican jerk. There will be food trucks, food tents, and more.

When: Saturday, July 8
Where: Queen Mary Park

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Live Music at Halo

Halo Bar will be having food and drink specials all night while showcasing some great live music every Thursday throughout the month of June.

When: Every Thursday
Where: Halo Bar | Bistro – 4236 36th Street East, Nisku
Price: FREE

Sunday Downtown Farmers’ Market 2023

This is Edmonton’s oldest farmers’ market and it has returned for 2023. Open indoors and on weekends.

When: Every Saturday and Sunday
Where: 10305 97th Street NW, Edmonton

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Visit the newly opened Fu’s Repair Shop space

Fu’s Repair Shop, a late-night cocktail bar with dumplings, DJs, and a dim sum brunch, recently moved to a new YEG location.

Its old space was beautiful, with a creative and fun food and drink menu, but it appears that the popular restaurant has outgrown the spot.

Address: 10524 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton

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Taste of Edmonton

The massively popular summer foodie festival will take place over 11 days, from July 10 to 20, with free admission, beer gardens, and some of the best grub YEG has to offer all in one place.

Where: Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton 
When:
July 10 to 20, 2023

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Campio Brewing Summer Drag Series

Campio Brewing Co. is hosting a premium drag brunch with fantastic performers, like Tugs Cuchina, Audrina Linn, Divina Diefor, Stretcher Hymen, and Karly Klimax.

When: Sunday, July 16 from 11 am to 4:30 pm
Where: Campio Brewing Co. – 10257 105th Street NW, Edmonton
Price: $40.54; buy tickets here

K Days

Besides feature attractions, rides, concerts, and more, K Days has tons of great (and wild) food every year. Last year, we saw cotton candy noodles and pop rocks popcorn chicken.

When: July 21 to 30, 2023
Where: Edmonton EXPO Centre & Exhibition Grounds — 7515 118th Avenue

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