It’s the most wonderful time of the week – the weekend! Each week, Brooklyn rounds up all of the weekend events, concerts, festivals, and more that you should know about. Here’s what’s going on in Edmonton this weekend.

1. Haunted Pumpkin Festival at Prarie Gardens

 

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Kick off the first weekend of October with a Pumpkin Festival at Prarie Gardens! Tickets begin at $15 and include entry, hourly train rides, u-pick veggies and pumpkins, access to the sunflower maze, corn maze, and dragon maze, a petting zoo, and more!

Haunted Pumpkin Festival at Prarie Gardens, 56311 Lily Lake Road, Bon Accord

Weekends: FREE Toddlers ages 2 & under
$17/child ages 3-12
$19/person ages 13+

Reduced events during weekdays:

FREE Toddlers ages 2 & under
$15/child ages 3-12
$17/person ages 13+

Get tickets here.

 

2. Gateway to the Stars at Elk Island National Park

 

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Escape the city and enjoy a night gazing at the stars at Elk Island. Navigate from one constellation to the next with the help of an interpreter and the comfort of a campfire.

Gateway to the Stars at Elk Island National Park, 54401 Range Rd 203, Fort Saskatchewan, AB T8L 0V3

$12.36 per person, plus a valid parking pass.

Get tickets by contacting pc.interp.elkisland.pc@canada.ca.

Special Notes:

  1. Advance booking is required
  2. Minimum 10 participants; maximum 30 participants
  3. This experience is outdoors, be prepared for changing weather conditions
  4. A national park pass is required for entry

 

3. Harry Potter Movie Marathon at Telus World of Science

 

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Rather stay at home this weekend? Stay within city limits with a visit to the Telus World of Science. Kick off the spooky season early with a viewing of a Harry Potter movie on the IMAX screen.

Harry Potter Movie Marathon at Telus World of Science, 11211 142 St NW Edmonton, AB

Wheelchair accessible

Free Parking

Tickets range from $10.50-$14.95 per person. Movie packages are available.

Get your tickets here.

Make the most of your alternative weekend!

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