Opera Al Fresco
When: June 23
Where: University of Alberta Botanic Garden
Admission: Adults $59; Children $20
About: Celebrate the summer solstice while you enjoy great food and wine pairings at this delightful summer garden party, featuring performances by local singers in the Edmonton Opera.
The Music of Harry Potter
When: June 23-24
Where: Winspear Centre
Admission: $49-79
About: Take a spellbinding journey to the wizarding word at this evening of magical music from all eight of the Harry Potter films. Muggles (and witches and wizards) are invited to come dressed in their finest robes as they hear the iconic scores from cinematic composers John Williams, Patrick Doyle, Nicholas Hooper, and Alexandre Desalt.
The Works Art & Design Festival
When: June 22 – July 4
Where: Downtown
Admission: Free
About: Outdoor exhibits transform downtown Edmonton into the largest art gallery in North America, with live artist demonstrations, art installations, an outdoor street market, live music, and more!
Don’t miss: Be sure to sign up for a tour so that the knowledgeable guides can show you art pieces you may not notice in buildings—plus guides can work around your schedule and take you on a shorter or longer tour!
Freewill Shakespeare Festival
When: June 20 – July 16
Where: Hawrelak Park, 9930 Groat Rd.
Admission: $30 per show; $50 festival pass.
About: Local theatre troupe the Freewill Players perform their Shakespeare double feature in Edmonton’s beautiful river valley. For comedy lovers, you’ll appreciate The Merry Wives of Windsor, while fans of drama will enjoy The Merchant of Venice.
Don’t miss: On Shakesbeer Cask Nights, local brewer Alley Kat creates a special cask of beer which will be tapped and enjoyed before the show!
Edmonton International Jazz Festival
When: June 23 – July 2
Where: Various venues
Admission: Tickets start at $9
About: Skilled jazz musicians from around the world heat up the city with performances at intimate clubs and great venues for this annual
festival.
Don’t miss: The Grammy Award–winning Dianne Reeves will blow you away with her breathtaking virtuosity and scat-singing skills on June 25.
