This weekend is a long one! It's hard to believe that August is almost over, but we're so excited to enjoy the extra time off this weekend. If you don't have plans yet, don't worry. We're here to tell you about the many incredible things to do in Edmonton this weekend.
To celebrate the Labour Day long weekend, you can go to a magical lantern festival, enjoy a laser show, or watch a movie under the stars. With so many great options, it's impossible to get bored! Here are nine things to do in Edmonton this weekend:
Food Trucks Are Coming
Price: Free admission
When: Aug. 30, 2019
Address: St. Albert Grain Elevator Park, 4 Meadowview Dr, St. Albert, Alberta
Why You Need To Go: Relax in the park and enjoy some delicious food.
Water Lantern Festival
Price: $33.99 until Aug. 29, $50 at the event
When: Aug. 31, 2019
Address: Rundle Park, 0A2, 2903 113 Ave NW, Edmonton
Why You Need To Go: It will be a magical night with tons of water lanterns floating on the water.
Sunset Canoe Tour
Price: $60 per person
When: Aug. 30, 2019
Address: Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park, 13221 Buena Vista Rd NW, Edmonton
Why You Need To Go: Take a "water tour" of Edmonton with this incredible canoe trip!
Laser Outkast
Price: $13.95 per person
When: Aug. 30 and 31, 2019
Address: Telus World Of Science, 11211 142 Street, Edmonton
Why You Need To Go: Enjoy an incredible laser light show with music from Outkast, like their hits "Ms. Jackson" and "Hey Ya".
Edmonton Corn Maze
Price: $13 per person
Address: Edmonton Corn Maze, 26171 Garden Valley Road, Spruce Grove, Alberta
Why You Need To Go: Take a selfie in their gorgeous sunflower field. You can also pick your own sunflowers for $1 each.
Outdoor Movie Night
Price: Free
When: Aug. 31, 2019
Address: 17104 75 Ave NW, Edmonton
Why You Need To Go: Watch Avengers: End Game for free and enjoy complimentary BBQ, popcorn, and drinks!
TD Elk Island Express
Price: Free
When: Aug. 31 and Sep. 1
Address: Pick up at 11904 104 Ave NW, and 9810 103a Ave NW, Edmonton
Why You Need To Go: Spend the weekend outdoors enjoying the last bit of warm weather!
Haunted Pub Walk
Price: $20
When: Aug. 31, 2019
Address: 10322-83rd Avenue, Edmonton
Why You Need To Go: On this walking tour, you'll visit haunted pubs and hear creepy ghost stories.
Harry Potter Marathon
Price: $9.95-64.95, depending on how many movies you want to watch
When: Aug. 30-31 and Sep. 1
Address: Telus World Of Science, 11211 142 Street, Edmonton
Why You Need To Go: Watch all eight Harry Potter films on the big screen!
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