We’ve rounded up some of the best events happening from July 10–12, 2026, including family festivals, live performances, markets, outdoor entertainment, cultural celebrations, and community events. Whether you’re planning a fun day with the kids or looking for something new to explore, there’s plenty happening around Edmonton and the surrounding area this weekend.
🎉Festivals
Image from Edmonton Hellenic Community
Edmonton Greek Fest
Experience Greek culture at Edmonton Greek Fest 2026, presented by the Edmonton Hellenic Community. Enjoy authentic Greek food, traditional music and dancing, cultural performances, and family-friendly activities throughout the weekend.
📅 July 11–12, 2026
📍 Edmonton Hellenic Community Centre
10450 116 Street NW
💲 FREE
Edmonton International Street Performers Festival
It’s the final weekend of the Edmonton International Street Performers Festival! Watch talented performers from around the world entertain audiences with comedy, juggling, acrobatics, magic, music, and circus acts in Churchill Square.
📅 July 3–12, 2026
📍 Churchill Square
💲 FREE
Freewill Shakespeare Festival
Don’t miss Something Rotten!, the featured musical of this year’s Freewill Shakespeare Festival. On Saturday, July 11, enjoy a special Pay-What-You-Will matinee performance.
📅 June 17–July 12, 2026
📍 Heritage Amphitheatre – William Hawrelak Park
💲 Ticketed
Grindstone Comedy Festival
It’s the final weekend of the Grindstone Comedy Festival! Enjoy stand-up performances from local and Canadian comedians at venues across Edmonton.
📅 July 2–12, 2026
📍 Various locations
💲 Ticketed
Edmonton Jerk Festival
Celebrate Caribbean culture with authentic Jamaican cuisine, live entertainment, music, games, and family-friendly fun.
📅 Saturday, July 11
🕒 12 PM–8 PM
📍 Queen Mary Park
10844 117 Street NW
💲 FREE
Edmonton Public Library Summer Reading Fest
Families can enjoy Dr. Kukoo’s Kloudy Kerfuffle at the Highlands branch this weekend. Other Edmonton Public Library branches are also hosting free crafts, STEM activities, technology workshops, and more.
📅 July 10–12, 2026
📍 Various EPL branches
💲 FREE
🏛️ History & Heritage
Historic Festival & Doors Open Edmonton
Celebrate Edmonton’s history during the 30th Annual Historic Festival & Doors Open Edmonton. Explore museums, heritage sites, guided tours, and unique historic buildings throughout the city.
📅 July 5–12, 2026
📍 Various locations
💲 FREE & Ticketed
Skies Over Strathcona County: 100 Years of Flight
Discover the history of aviation in Strathcona County through photographs, stories, and interactive exhibits.
📅 July 11–September 26, 2026
📍 Strathcona County Museum & Archives
Sherwood Park
💲 Admission by donation
✨Special Events
Whyte Avenue Art Walk
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the Whyte Avenue Art Walk features more than 400 artists displaying and selling original artwork throughout Old Strathcona. Meet local artists, browse unique creations, and support Edmonton’s vibrant arts community.
📅 July 10–12, 2026
📍 Whyte Avenue (82 Avenue) from 103 Street to 107 Street
💲 FREE
Sherwood Park Mall Carnival
The Wild Rose Carnival is back at Sherwood Park Mall this weekend! Enjoy rides, midway games, carnival food, and family fun.
📅 July 9–12, 2026
🕒 Hours:
- Thursday: 3:00 PM–10:00 PM
- Friday: 12:00 PM–10:00 PM
- Saturday: 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Sunday: 12:00 PM–5:00 PM
📍 Sherwood Park Mall – 2020 Sherwood Drive, Sherwood Park
💲 Ride tickets and wristbands available for purchase
Lost & Found Expo
Browse more than 55 vendors offering vintage clothing, collectibles, handmade goods, food vendors, live entertainment, and more at this popular thrifting event.
📅 July 11–12, 2026
🕒 Saturday: 12 PM–6 PM
Sunday: 12 PM–5 PM
📍 Edmonton City Centre (Third Floor)
💲 Ticketed
🏎️Motorsports & Motor Show
Rocky Mountain Nationals
Watch powerful drag racing action during one of Western Canada’s premier motorsports events.
📅 July 10–12, 2026
📍 RAD Torque Raceway
💲 Ticketed
Manning Motor Show
See classic cars, custom builds, and unique vehicles at this community car show.
📅 Sunday, July 12
🕒 2 PM–5 PM
📍 Manning Town Centre
💲 FREE
🛍️ Markets This Weekend
Regular Weekend Markets
124 Grand Market
📅 Sunday
🕒 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
📍 102 Avenue & 124 Street, Edmonton
Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market
📅 Saturday: 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
📅 Sunday: 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
📍 10310 83 Avenue NW, Edmonton
Downtown Farmers’ Market
📅 Saturday
🕒 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
📍 104 Street & Jasper Avenue, Edmonton
Bountiful Farmers’ Market
📅 Friday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
📅 Saturday: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
📅 Sunday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
📍 3696 97 Street NW, Edmonton
Callingwood Farmers’ Market
📅 Sunday
🕒 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
📍 69 Avenue & 177 Street NW, Edmonton
St. Albert Farmers’ Market
📅 Saturday
🕒 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
📍 St. Anne Street, Downtown St. Albert
🌟 Pop-Up Markets This Weekend
Boundary Market
📅 Sunday, July 12
🕒 11:00 AM–5:00 PM
📍 Corner of 88 Avenue & 91 Street, Edmonton
Malla Market
📅 July 11–12
🕒 Saturday: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
🕒 Sunday: 11:00 AM–5:00 PM
📍 Kingsway Mall (Level 2, beside Marshalls)
Mochi Market
📅 Saturday, July 11
🕒 12:00 PM–5:00 PM
📍 Mill Woods Town Centre
Cherry Blast
📅 Saturday, July 11
🕒 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
📍 Wildflower Farm Store
🌝 Night Markets This Weekend
Grand Night Market
📅 Friday, July 10
🕒 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
📍 Prince Charles Park
12033 125 Street NW, Edmonton
Callingwood Night Market
📅 Friday, July 10
🕒 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
📍 Callingwood Farmers’ Market
6655 178 Street NW, Edmonton
I hope this helps you plan your weekend!
If you know of another event happening around Edmonton that should be on this list, send me a message so I can add it.
Have a great weekend! 💙