It’s the most wonderful time of the week – the end! Each Thursday, 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. Pop Rockin’ Treats Ice Cream

SONiC has teamed up with Twice Cream to bring you Pop Rockin’ Treats ice cream! It’s an explosion of creamsicle and pop rocks. Proceeds from every scoop and pint sold directly support YESS!

Join Brooklyn live on location on Saturday, August 19 from 12 pm – 4 pm at Twice Cream!

Available throughout the month of August.

Twice Cream, 10983 127 St NW, Edmonton

Get more details here.

 

2. Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival 

Finge Fest is BACK with over 185 shows for you to enjoy in addition to outdoor shows, Kids Fringe, and special events!

Thursday, August 17 – Sunday, August 27

Various locations throughout Old Strathcona.

Get more info here.

 

3. Edmonton Pride Festival

Celebrate all things love at Edmonton Pride Festival!

Friday, August 18 – Saturday, August 26

Various locations across Edmonton.

Get more info here.

 

4. Edmonton Mural Festival 

SONiC 102.9 is stoked to be a part of the Edmonton Mural Festival.? EMF connects local and international artists to Edmonton through public artwork and experiences. ?This year, there are over 30 murals being created in our city! ?

Tuesday, August 15 – Friday, September 15

Various locations across Edmonton.

Get more info here.

 

5. Rad Torque Raceway: Monster Truck Throwdown

Monster Truck Throwdown is motorsport entertainment like no other! The speed, style, and destruction of Monster Truck Throwdown assaults the senses and captivates audiences of all ages with high-flying thrills and larger-than-life fire-breathing machines jam-packed together and delivered in an affordable family experience.

Friday, August 18 – Sunday, August 20

Rad Torque Raceway, 50342 Range Rd 253, Edmonton International Airport, AB T9E 0V6

Get more info here.

 

6. New Music Discovery: Hozier – Unreal Unearth

 

Make the most of your Alternative Weekend!