1. The Merry Widow | October 24, 27 & 29
The Edmonton Opera kicks off their season with this romantic comedy that tells the tale of the nearly bankrupt Balkan nation of Pontevedro that has one hope — ensuring that the money belonging to the charming and eligible Hanna Glawari stays in the country and that she isn’t swept away by a foreign bachelor.
Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium | 11455-87 Ave. | 780-427-2760
2. Ravenscroft | Through October 24
In this humourous and suspenseful mystery, Inspector Ruffling investigates a mysterious death at an English country manor. However, as he attempts to unravel the truth, he’s met with lies and twists at every turn from the five ladies of the house who want to keep their secrets.
Walterdale Theatre | 10322-83 Ave. | 780-439-2845
3. Edmonton Fall Home Show | October 23 – 25
Find everything you need to improve on your home renos for the fall! With presentations from special guests Janette Ewen and Jef Hancock of Parker Barrow, you’ll learn how to design your dream home!
Edmonton EXPO Centre | 7300-116 Ave. | 780-471-7210
4. STARFest | Through October 28
St. Albert Readers Fest welcomes the stars of the Canadian literary world, including Heather O’Neill, Lori Lansens, and Sean Michaels, for unique talks and opportunities for fans to meet the people behind these life-changing books.
The Arden | 5 St. Anne St., St. Alberta, Alta. | 780-459-1542
5. DEDfest | Through October 25
This annual film festival showcases a selection of blood-curdling, suspenseful independent feature-length and short horror, cult, and sci-fi films from around the world. View a complete schedule of all the frightening films on the website.
Metro Cinema at the Garneau | 8712-109 St. | 780-425-9212
6. Terry Fox: Running to the Heart of Canada | Through November 8
Marking the 35th anniversary of Terry Fox’s epic 143-day, 5,373-km journey from St. John’s to Thunder Bay, this exhibition tells his story by exploring Fox’s enduring impact on modern Canadian life. The exhibit features maps, photographs, letters, and other memorabilia that present the heartbreaking and thrilling story of Fox’s legacy.
TELUS World of Science—Edmonton | 11211-142 St. | 780-451-3344
7. Finger Eleven | October 23
It’s been 5 years since this post-grunge rock band has released an album, and their new one Five Crooked Lines delivers on everything fans have wanted! Catch new hits like their latest single “Wolves and Doors” at Finger Eleven’s long-awaited return to rocking!
River Cree Resort & Casino | 300 East Lapotac Blvd., Corner of Whitemud Dr. & Winterburn Rd. (215 St.), Enoch, Alta. | 780-484-2121
8. LitFest: Edmonton’s Nonfiction Festival | Through October 25
LitFest is Canada’s only creative nonfiction festival, celebrating literary talent through a variety of panels, workshops, and presentations with local and internationally renowned writers. Jon Ronson — author of So You’ve Been Publicly Shamed — headlines this year’s diverse festival!
Various venues
9. SkirtOberfest | October 24
At this sneak peek to SkirtsAfire, you’ll be treated to a taco bar and tequila tasting while you preview work form some of the incredible female artists that will be featured at next year’s festival.
Mercury Room | 10575-114 St. | 780-425-1440
10. Nocturne at the AGA | October 24
Delve into the intrigue and romance of the underground club scene of the 1920s at this noir fundraising gala for the Art Gallery of Alberta. This entertaining evening will feature live music from The Almighty Turtlenecks, fortune writing, roving burlesque performers, chocolate treats by JACEK, and more!
Art Gallery of Alberta | 2 Sir Winston Churchill Sq. | 780-422-6223
