Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Churchill Square What:\u00a0<\/strong>Nothing beats the atmosphere at Re\/Max Field during an Edmonton Riverhawks game. This collegiate summer baseball team draws quite a crowd during the season, and we love to see it. Grab a beer bat and a hot dog, and have a blast at the ball game!<\/p>\n Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Re\/Max Field What:\u00a0<\/strong>The Grindstone Comedy Festival is an annual independent stand-up, improv, and sketch comedy festival hosted at Edmonton\u2019s Grindstone Theatre, which brings both national performers and rising local talent together under the Edmonton spotlight.<\/p>\n Where:\u00a0<\/strong>The Grindstone Theatre & Bistro (10019 81st Avenue) and various other venues What:\u00a0<\/strong>Each year, more than 400 artists line the streets of Whyte Avenue to showcase their work during the second weekend of July. Not only is it a fantastic way to discover new local artists, but the neighbourhood totally comes alive during this festival, and we love to see it.<\/p>\n When:<\/strong>\u00a0July 7 to 9 from 10 am to 5 pm JHVEPhoto\/Shutterstock<\/p>\n What:\u00a0<\/strong>Movies for just $2.99 are playing this summer at Cineplex theatres across Canada, running every Saturday morning throughout the month. This weekend, Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves\u00a0will be on the bargain big screen. A full listing of screening times and films is available on the official\u00a0Cineplex website.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0<\/strong>July 8 What:\u00a0<\/strong>For nearly three decades, Edmonton\u2019s iconic riverboat has offered unparalleled views of the Edmonton city skyline and the stunning river valley. This incredible 90-minute excursion lets you indulge in fantastic dining options, drinks, and some awesome live music, and you get to experience Edmonton from a whole new vantage point.<\/p>\n Where:<\/strong>\u00a09734 98th Avenue What:\u00a0<\/strong>One of the most popular food-focused days in the year, this is an\u00a0annual cultural event that consists of all things authentic Jamaican\u00a0jerk. There will be food trucks, food tents, and more.<\/p>\n When:<\/strong>\u00a0Saturday, July 8 What:<\/strong>\u00a0There\u2019s no better start to your Saturday morning than with a trip to the Old Strathcona Farmers\u2019 Market or\u00a0any of the incredible markets\u00a0Edmonton is home to. Grab a coffee, browse through the stalls, pick up something home-baked, and take a morning stroll down Whyte Avenue when you\u2019re finished.<\/p>\n What:<\/strong>\u00a0Whether you\u2019re hitting the trails, stargazing, or trying to see some buffalo, this national park is well worth the short drive out there. Why not enjoy the outdoors at this prestigious national park? It\u2019s sure going to be a nice week to do it!<\/p>\n When:<\/strong>\u00a0Open year-round Muttart Conservatory\/Facebook<\/p>\n What:\u00a0<\/strong>Be amazed at the stunning Muttart Conservatory, with each glass pyramid showcasing a different environment for plants from around the globe. Right now, a massive display of custom Lego works will be on display all summer at the Muttart Conservatory, including a 24-foot-long model of the High Level Bridge. It\u2019s a relaxing, insightful, and beautiful experience and a lovely thing to do this week in Edmonton.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0<\/strong>Now until August 25 What:\u00a0<\/strong>Edmonton is blessed with tons of great brews to enjoy, so check out the various breweries in YEG and enjoy some flights and good eats this summer.\u00a0Happy Beer Street on 99th Street\u00a0is home to SEVEN incredible breweries you can check out. Expand that palate!<\/p>\n What:\u00a0<\/strong>Just a short 40-minute drive east of Edmonton, the\u00a0Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village\u00a0is an open-air museum telling the story of a Ukrainian settlement in east-central Alberta from 1892 to 1930. Its history is brought to life through interpreters, costumes, museums, food, and more.<\/p>\n Where:\u00a0<\/strong>195041 Highway 16 East, Lamont County What:\u00a0<\/strong>Fort Edmonton Park is the largest living history museum in Canada, and it\u2019s the perfect weekend activity. Visitors can experience the history of Edmonton before their very eyes, with a recreation of a fort from 1846 that was on the grounds during that time period to streets detailing each time period from 1885 to 1920.<\/p>\n
When:\u00a0<\/strong>July 6 to 17
Tickets:\u00a0<\/strong>Free admission<\/p>\nSee an Edmonton Riverhawks game<\/h3>\n
When:\u00a0<\/strong>July 7 at 7 pm, July 8 at 7 pm, and July 9 at 1 pm
Cost:\u00a0<\/strong>Get tickets\u00a0here<\/p>\nGrindstone Comedy Festival<\/h3>\n
When:\u00a0<\/strong>July 5 to 9
Tickets:\u00a0<\/strong>Varies per show; get tickets\u00a0here<\/p>\nWhyte Avenue Art Walk<\/h3>\n
Where:<\/strong>\u00a0Old Strathcona<\/p>\nGo see a $2.99 movie at Cineplex<\/h3>\n
Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Various Cineplex locations<\/p>\nTake a cruise on the Edmonton Riverboat<\/h3>\n
When:\u00a0<\/strong>Weekends and special events throughout the summer
Cost:\u00a0<\/strong>General admission starts at $41.95 for adults; tickets\u00a0here<\/p>\nEdmonton Jerk Festival<\/h3>\n
Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Queen Mary Park<\/p>\nOld Strathcona Farmers\u2019 Market<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Elk Island National Park<\/h3>\n
Where:<\/strong>\u00a054401 Range Road 203, Fort Saskatchewan
Cost:<\/strong>\u00a0Free; Parks Canada pass is required to enter<\/p>\nBrick by Brick at Muttart Conservatory<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Muttart Conservatory
Cost:\u00a0<\/strong>Regular adult admission ($14.95)<\/p>\nGrab a flight at a local brewery<\/h3>\n
Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village<\/strong><\/h3>\n
When:\u00a0<\/strong>Wednesday through Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm
Cost:<\/strong>\u00a0$15 adult admission<\/p>\nFort Edmonton Park<\/strong><\/h3>\n