Summer may be winding down in Edmonton, but there are still plenty of incredible things to see and do around the city this month.
From art and food festivals to music and drone shows, check out these 30 great events and activities happening in Edmonton this September.
Edmonton Mural Festival
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What: This September, Edmonton transforms into a massive open-air gallery, showcasing spectacular new murals by some of the city’s most exciting homegrown artists alongside a curated lineup of acclaimed muralists from across Canada and around the world. From towering landmark pieces to hidden creative gems, every mural tells a story, becoming a lasting part of Edmonton’s cultural landscape and inviting visitors to experience the city through a new lens.
When: Saturday, Aug. 15 to Sept. 15, 2026
Where: Various locations
Cost: Varies
Symphony Under the Sky
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What: Symphony Under the Sky returns to the Heritage Amphitheatre in Hawrelak Park this September! Bob Bernhardt will be back in his 20th year with two impressive programs, including one of classical music’s greatest masterpieces with Beethoven’s Fifth, and a concert of favourites from the silver screen with Hollywood at Hawrelak.
When: Various dates in September
Where: Hawrelak Park Heritage Amphitheatre — 9330 Groat Rd. NW
Cost: Varies; find tickets online
Summer Block Party
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What: Weekends from June 20 to Sept. 19, Rice Howard Way is turning up the volume, with live music, patio energy, local businesses, and Entertainment District activity in the heart of downtown Edmonton.
When: Weekends until Sept. 19, 2026
Where: Rice Howard Way
Cost: Free
Wine and chocolate tasting experience
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What: Explore five wine and chocolate pairings during this guided 90-minute tasting led by Delavoye chocolate maker Antoine Lavoie. The 18+ experience also includes a welcome pour and a charcuterie board.
When: Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Delavoye Chocolate Maker — Unit 101, 10639 124th St. NW
Cost: $95 per person
Kejia Festival
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What: Eat your way through street food and snacks from around the world at this three-day outdoor festival. The event will also feature live music, art and multicultural performances in Louise McKinney Riverfront Park.
When: Sept. 4 to 6, 2026
Where: Louise McKinney Riverfront Park — 9999 Grierson Hill NW
Cost: Free entry
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers in concert
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What: Return to Middle-earth with a screening of The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, accompanied by a live performance of the film’s score by the FILMharmonique Orchestra and Choir.
When: Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, at 7:30 p.m., and Sept. 12, 2026, at 1 and 7:30 p.m.
Where: Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium — 11455 87th Ave. NW
Cost: Ticket prices vary; find them online
Try an ice cream workshop
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What: Create your own custom ice cream at one of three hands-on workshops. Ice Cream 101 teaches the basics of making and churning ice cream, Date Night offers a workshop designed for pairs, and Sundae School gives children ages five to 12 the chance to make a batch with an accompanying adult.
When: Various dates and times in September
Where: Made by Marcus Mill Creek — 9853 89th Ave. NW
Cost: Starts at $65; prices vary by workshop. Find tickets online
Barrel Fest 2026
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What: Blind Enthusiasm Brewing Company’s fourth annual festival brings brewers from around the world to Edmonton for an afternoon of barrel-aged and fermented beer and cider.
When: Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026, from 1 to 6 p.m.
Where: Ritchie Park — 7727 98th St. NW
Cost: $38 admission; find tickets online
Check out an Edmonton Elks game
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What: The CFL regular season is in full swing this September, and we can’t wait to get out and enjoy that fantastic atmosphere at Commonwealth Stadium.
When: Various dates in September
Where: Commonwealth Stadium — 11000 Stadium Rd. NW
Cost: Ticket prices start at $15; find them online
Listen Records 25th Birthday BBQ
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What: Celebrate 25 years of Listen Records with smash burgers from The Mothership and a weekend-long sale. Shoppers can save 20 per cent on new and used vinyl, with select blowout titles discounted by 50 per cent.
When: Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026, from noon to 2 p.m.; sale runs all weekend
Where: Listen Records — 10443A 124th St. NW
Cost: Free to attend
Savour Strathcona County
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What: Celebrate Strathcona County’s local food and creative scene with samples from independent restaurants and food trucks, an outdoor farmers’ market, an artisan market and live performances.
When: Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, from 3 to 7 p.m.
Where: Strathcona County Community Centre — 401 Festival Lane, Sherwood Park, Alta
Cost: Free admission
Strathearn Art Walk
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What: Browse work from hundreds of emerging and professional artists while enjoying live music and views of Edmonton’s river valley and skyline at this free, family-friendly arts festival.
When: Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, to 13, 2026
Where: Strathearn Drive between 89th and 91st streets NW
Cost: Free
Mosquers Film Festival
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What: Celebrate Muslim filmmakers and artists from around the world through film screenings, live performances and conversations exploring the diversity of Muslim experiences.
When: Thursday, Sept. 17 to 20, 2026
Where: Various locations in Edmonton
Cost: Ticket prices vary; find them online
Broadway Across Canada presents: & Juliet
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What: Created by the Emmy-winning writer of Schitt’s Creek, this hilarious new musical flips the script on one of the greatest love stories ever told. & Juliet asks what might happen if Juliet chose a different ending and a fresh start on her own terms. Her new story comes to life through a playlist of pop anthems, including “Since U Been Gone,” “Roar,” “…Baby One More Time,” “Larger Than Life,” “That’s the Way It Is,” and “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” This romantic comedy proves there’s plenty of life after Romeo.
When: Tuesday, Sept. 22, to Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026, at various times
Where: Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium — 11455 87th Ave. NW
Cost: Ticket prices vary; find them online
Oktoberfest at Ice District
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What: Oktoberfest at Ice District returns for its fourth year with six nights of live entertainment, food, drinks and traditional Oktoberfest celebrations inside The Tent at Fan Park. The cashless event is open to all ages.
When: Sept. 18, 19, 25 and 26 and Oct. 2 and 3, 2026
Where: The Tent at Fan Park in ICE District
Cost: Ticket prices vary; find them online
Provincial Archives of Alberta 38th Annual Film Night
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What: Watch four short documentaries by acclaimed Alberta filmmaker and producer Tom Radford exploring environmental conservation, Indigenous rights, land and water use, and immigration. The 104-minute program will be followed by a Q&A with Radford.
When: Friday, Sept. 18, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Metro Cinema — 8712 109th St. NW
Cost: Free admission
DroneArt Show: Harry Potter
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What: Watch 1,200 illuminated drones recreate iconic moments from the Harry Potter films through synchronized aerial displays set to music and dialogue from the series. The hour-long outdoor show also features a live violinist and interactive LED wristbands.
When: Friday, Sept. 18, and Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, at 8:30 p.m.
Where: East Gate at Exhibition Lands Racetrack — 7515 118th Ave. NW
Cost: Ticket prices vary; find them online
Kaleido Family Arts Festival
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What: Kaleido Family Arts Festival is a joyous, exuberant, radically open arts festival that shares the love of the Alberta Avenue Arts District. Arts on the Ave and Kaleido welcome arts and cultural experiences with multi-arts collaborative performances such as music, dance, theatre, film, literary and visual arts with performances on rooftops, sides of buildings, back alleys, parks and found spaces. It’s an extravagance of creative exploration, imagination, and play.
When: Friday, Sept. 18 to 20, 2026
Where: Alberta Avenue Arts District (118th Avenue from 90th to 95th streets)
Cost: Free
Rocktoberfest
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What: Watch some of the country’s top athletes compete at the Ice Climbing Canadian National Championships, which will also determine the members of Ice Climbing Team Canada. The four-day festival also features food and live music.
When: Friday, Sept. 18, to Monday, Sept. 21, 2026
Where: Climb YEG — 9735 Grierson Hill NW
Cost: Varies
Free admission at the Art Gallery of Alberta
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What: Right in the heart of downtown, the Art Gallery of Alberta has been Edmonton’s go-to for art and culture for 100 years. With rotating exhibitions, workshops, and events, it’s the perfect spot to get inspired, learn something new, or just soak up some creativity.
The AGA offers free admission on the last Thursday of each month (Sept. 24) from 4 to 7 p.m.
When: Open Wednesdays 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursdays 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Fridays to Sundays 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton
Cost: $13.33 adult admission
Edmonton International Film Festival
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What: Enjoy the best in short and feature-length cinema when the Edmonton International Film Festival returns later this month!
Where: Various theatres in Edmonton
When: Thursday, Sept. 24 to Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026
Cost: Varies
AsiaFest 2026
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What: AsiaFest is back and better than ever. This year, guests are encouraged to indulge in a sensory journey filled with mouthwatering dishes, captivating performances, and cultural experiences like no other. With over 90 vendors lined up, visitors will discover even more flavours, crafts, and unique finds.
When: Evenings from Friday, Sept. 25 to 27
Where: Currents of Windermere — 6183 Currents Dr. NW
Cost: Free
Purple City Music Festival
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What: Purple City Music Festival runs from Sept. 11 to 13 and will feature more than 60 artists on nine stages within a two-block radius in downtown Edmonton. Some genres represented at this year’s festival include punk, psych-rock, post-punk, and shoegaze.
Streetcar Cask Series
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What: Hop aboard! One of Edmonton’s most exciting experiences combines all things beer and all things Edmonton on a scenic ride aboard one of the city’s historic streetcars. Every Thursday evening from May to October, The Common features a rotating lineup of Alberta breweries showcasing their beer on board. Each trip promises a unique brew available exclusively on the streetcar.
When: Thursday evenings
Address: The Common — 10910 100th Ave. NW, Edmonton
Cost: $63.10
Elk Island National Park
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What: Located just 35 minutes east of Edmonton, Elk Island National Park offers rolling hills, glassy lakes, and some of the best stargazing around, no matter the season. The park has partially reopened following its total closure due to storm damage. Before you head out, be sure to check the Park’s bulletin for a list of current trail closures and conditions.
When: Hours vary
Where: Improvement District No. 13, Alta.
Cost: Free admission until Sept. 7
Fort Edmonton Park
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What: Fort Edmonton Park is the largest living history museum in Canada. Visitors can experience the history of Edmonton before their very eyes, with a recreation of a fort from 1846 that was on the grounds during that time, to streets detailing each time period from 1885 to 1920.
When: Open Wednesdays to Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Fort Edmonton Park — 7000 143rd St. NW
Cost: $27.90 adult admission; find tickets online
Visit the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village
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What: Experience history brought to life by costumed interpreters at our open-air museum. Hear the first-hand stories of early settlers to east central Alberta and learn how Ukrainian immigration impacted Alberta’s cultural identity and heritage.
When: Opens Wednesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: 195041 Hwy. 16 E., Lamont County, Alta.
Admission: $18 adult admission
Edmonton Corn Maze
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What: Grab your friends and family and get lost in a cornfield, because the Edmonton Corn Maze is open with a brand new design for the season.
When: Wednesday, Aug. 5 to Oct. 25, 2026
Where: 26171 Garden Valley Rd., Spruce Grove
Cost: Prices vary, and tickets can be found online
Edmonton Valley Zoo
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What: The Edmonton Valley Zoo is home to more than 250 animals, focused on conservation, and offers fun and education for the whole family.
When: Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day
Where: 13315 Buena Vista Rd. NW
Cost: $16.95 adult admission
Cruise on the Edmonton Riverboat
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What: For three decades, Edmonton’s iconic riverboat has offered unparalleled views of the Edmonton city skyline and the stunning river valley. This incredible 90-minute excursion lets you indulge in fantastic dining options, drinks, and some awesome live music, and you get to experience Edmonton from a whole new vantage point.
When: Seven days a week throughout the summer
Where: 9734 98th Ave. NW
Cost: Starts at $75 for adults (buffet included); book online