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.

A reminder that this week is Daylight Savings, which means we spring ahead an hour on Sunday, March 13 at 2 am.

1. Stream Turning Red on Disney+

 

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Disney and Pixar have teamed up again for a new movie called Turning Red. Based in Toronto, the coming-of-age film tells the story of Mei Lee, a 13-year-old experiencing a long family secret. The film also features music from Billie Eilish and her brother FINNEAS!

Turning Red will premiere exclusively on Disney+ on Friday, March 11.

2. Enjoy an Irish Whiskey Tasting at Century Park Cellars.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day early with an Irish Whiskey Tasting at Edmonton’s-own Century Park Cellars! Enjoy sipping on five different whiskeys and snack on charcuterie from Sorrentino’s.

Irish Whiskey Tasting at Century Park Cellars, Century Park Cellars, 2349 111 Street Northwest, Edmonton

Friday, March 11 at 7 pm – 9 pm, and Saturday, March 12 at 4 pm – 6 pm.

Get tickets for either event here.

3. Edmonton Oilers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning

 

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Cheer on your Oilers when they take on the Lightning Saturday night at 8 pm.

Rogers Place, 10220 104 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB

Get tickets here.

4. Visit animals at Little Ray’s Sloth World & Wildlife Rescue in WEM.

Little Ray’s Sloth World and Wildlife Rescue is a new attraction at West Edmonton Mall. You can meet sloths, boas, ferrets, pythons, tortoises, and more. Enjoy interactive exhibits, food demonstrations, and more in North America’s biggest mall.

Little Ray’s Sloth World & Wildlife Rescue, Phase III, West Edmonton Mall, 1494 – 8882 170 ST NW
Edmonton, AB

Open daily from 10 am – 9 pm.

Make the most of your Alternative Weekend!

 

 

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