It’s the first weekend of 2023! How will you spend it? Here’s what’s on this weekend in Edmonton.
A Midwinter Night’s Dream ft. Olivia Lux | January 6
Hosted at Evolution Wonderlounge, this event is the perfect way to kick off the new year. Dance the night away with RuPaul’s Drag Race season 13 star Olivia Lux.
Fiddler on the Roof | January 6–8
Experience one of history’s most legendary musicals at the Jubilee Auditorium this weekend! One of the longest running Broadway shows of all time, Fiddler on the Roof follows a Jewish family living in a Russian village in 1905. Enjoy classic songs like “Tradition” and “If I Was A Rich Man” and delight in new choreography from acclaimed Israeli choreographer Hofesh Shechter.
Lunar New Year Extravaganza | January 7 & 8
Get ready for the Year of the Rabbit with West Edmonton Mall and Edmonton Chinatown Multi-Cultural Centre. This is one of the largest Lunar New Year festivals in the city so make sure to check out all the action at WEM’s Ice Palace this weekend!
Sherbrooke Lantern Making Workshop | January 8
Contribute to the upcoming Flying Canoë Volant festival in a unique way with a lantern making workshop at the Sherbrooke Community League! Facilitated by Lynette Maurice, this event will allow participants to choose one style of lantern and will provide all materials required. Once completed, participants can choose to display their piece in the festival’s Community Lantern Gardens or keep it to carry around the festival grounds.
Harlem Globetrotters | January 8
Experience basketball unlike every before with the Harlem Globetrotters at Rogers Place this Sunday! Combining athletic skills and over-the-top theatrics, this star-studded team will be putting on an unforgettable show. Get ready for a great time as they face off against the Washington Generals.
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