Festivals and Events in Edmonton: 2026–2027 Calendar
The festivals, parades, fairs and big annual events of Edmonton, month by month. Where the organisers have announced the next dates they are shown with the source; otherwise the usual month is given.
November
Edmonton Christmas Market
The Edmonton Christmas Market transforms the historic Fort Edmonton Park into a radiant holiday escape.
January
Deep Freeze: A Byzantine Winter Festival
A magical celebration of winter, art, and culture held in Edmonton's Alberta Avenue District, honouring Byzantine traditions.
February
Silver Skate Festival
Edmonton's longest running winter festival, a free 10-day family-oriented festival returning to Hawrelak Park in 2027.
June
Edmonton Pride Festival & Parade
The city's annual celebration of the 2SLGBTQ+ community with a parade and festival events.
The Works Art & Design Festival
It is described as the largest free outdoor festival, with dates in November 2026.
July
Edmonton International Street Performers Festival
The 2027 Festival runs from July 9-18 on Sir Winston Churchill Square in downtown Edmonton, featuring street acts, roving character actors, dancers, mimes, musicians, and puppeteers.
Ice on Whyte Festival
Activate Arts Alberta (formerly Ice On Whyte Festival Society) is returning in July 2027.
Taste of Edmonton
Taste of Edmonton is an eleven day festival offering a delicious sample of Edmonton's finest restaurants, held at Sir Winston Churchill Square.
K-Days
The 10 best days of summer with rides, music, food, shopping and unforgettable moments, running from July 23 to August 1, 2027.
August
Edmonton Folk Music Festival
The Edmonton Folk Music Festival is a leading folk festival held every year in August, with future dates scheduled for August 5-8, 2027, and August 10-13, 2028.
Cariwest Caribbean Arts Festival
Cariwest is Edmonton's Caribbean Arts Festival, a three-day event in the heart of downtown Edmonton that immerses attendees in Caribbean history, traditions, and culture.
Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
The Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival is the largest and longest-running Fringe festival in North America, happening every August.
Edmonton Heritage Festival
A multicultural festival where pavilions represent over 100 cultures with food and performances.
Servus Heritage Festival
Another name for the Edmonton Heritage Festival, a major multicultural event.
Edmonton Marathon
The Edmonton Marathon is a point-to-point race through scenic neighbourhoods, with the 2027 edition featuring a marathon and half marathon starting at 09:00.
Edmonton Dragon Boat Festival
A dragon boat racing competition and cultural festival on the North Saskatchewan River.
September
Edmonton International Film Festival
An annual festival showcasing Canadian and international independent films.
Places in Edmonton
Events in other cities
Dates are only shown when the organiser or a news report has published them, with the source linked. Events change: confirm with the organiser before you travel.