Rust Magic 2016 has spraypainted new public murals across the city in a span of several days. The graffiti arts festival aimed to add 17 new murals to the urban landscape, and has already completed 11 in its opening weekend. This weekend, additional murals will be added to The Pearl, Chez Pierre Cabaret, and Quasar Bottle Depot. While the paint is still fresh, a video is not yet available. However, we’ve put together an Edmonton Mural…
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Holiday events are in full swing on this third weekend of Advent. There’s still retail events if you’ve missed out on some markets, displays and shows, and plenty of activities to enjoy the great outdoors as the snow is definitely here to stay. Here’s some of what’s happening this weekend. If you wish to add anything, comment below. 124 Street Cash Mob We have all heard the news of how the 102 bridge replacement delays…
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All Is Bright winter festival is among the first to kick off the long list of winter festivals in Edmonton. It began with the WinterCities initiative and local businesses along 124 St and High Street and has been well received by the community. Being affected by delayed construction on the 102 Ave bridge, the festival has become a beacon of hope for many, drawing visitors from around the capital region. At the most recent All…
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Was the Labour Day weekend just not enough for you? Well, surprise, there’s more events this weekend. You can perhaps call this weekend one for arts and fitness. Who knew they’d go together? These are the events below and sadly, there are no Yegventures videos on any of these yet. Please remember to plan your route as there are at least 5 marathons happening this weekend. Did we miss anything? Post them in the comments…
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The 124 Street Grand Market held a one night Holiday Bazaar event at at The Roxy Theatre. Sadly it was the first and last time Yegventures would be visiting the Roxy because the building burned to the ground weeks later. On top of this lovely Christmas market, you’ll be able to see a part of Theatre Network history. Goodbye Roxy, we’ll see a new you on the flip side.
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Duchess Bake Shop doesn’t need BuzzFeed to put it on a list of the best bakeries in the world; the scrumptious pastries speak for themselves. Here’s a blog-style Yegventure.
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Bannock Burger was my favourite burger in town and you’ll find out why in this Yegventure. Sadly they only kept a one year lease on 124 street and 107 ave and did not renew. It’s now part of Deadmonton history.
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Here’s a visit to Urban Diner on High Street along 124 Street. On Mondays they have Mac & Cheese specials.
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The Royal Alberta Museum had a very successful run for Chop Suey on the Prairies. It was an exhibit showing the Chinese settlement and history of Chinese food in Alberta. Did you know green onion cakes are only popular in Edmonton? The curator Linda Tzang will tell you more about it. The exhibit ended up traveling around Alberta after its long run at the museum. This video captures the launch party event with a Ginger…
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