Community Events Calendar

September 2024
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Sat, Sep 14 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Community Sharing Table


Location: Galloway Station Museum 223-55th Street, Edson

In celebration of Alberta Culture Days, the Galloway Station Museum is gearing up for the Community Sharing Table, and we need YOU!
 
We invite you to share your culture with the community by preparing a family-favourite recipe that relates to your culture, whether that be a special treat, a traditional main dish or a comfort food.
 
Edson is a vibrant, multi-cultural community, and our goal with this potluck-style event is to embrace the richness of our diversity through the universal language of food.
If you are interested in contributing to this event, please reach out to us at 780-723-5696 or info@gallowaystationmuseum.com.
 
The event will take place on Saturday, September 14thfrom 11am to 2pm. 
Sat, Sep 14 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Suicide Awareness Walk


Location: centennial park if stage available otherwise evergreen field.

National Suicide Awareness Week In memory of the ones lost to suicide we would like to reach out to all the ones who are suffering in silence. This event will feature Indigenous singer and song writer , Will Belcourt. This event will host traditional Native dancers. There will also be a walk up and down 4 avenue. There will be a moment of silence before releasing Chinese lanterns.

7-10 pm
Thu, Sep 19 12:00 am - 12:00 am

Downtown Music & Art Walk & FCSS Community Pig Roast

Join us on Thursday, September 19th from 4-8pm on main street Edson for our annual Downtown Art & Music Walk and Community Pig Roast. There will be live entertainment, artisan market, art demonstrations, bouncy castles, balloon twisting, and roving performers.

If you're a local artisan or musician or visual artist who would like to take part in the day OR if you're a business who would like to offer window frontage to display local visual art, please contact Diana at dianai@edson.ca for more information. 

Catch a ride downtown with the ESTS bus! The route will include Parkland Lodge, the Pioneer Cabin and Heritage Court starting at 4:30pm. Special pickups can be arranged by calling (780) 723-1122 before 4pm on September 17th.

Thu, Sep 19 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Public Engagement - Budget 2025


Location: Downtown Edson during the Artwalk

Learn more about the budget process, ask questions, and fill out the survey in person at our engagement session.

Sat, Sep 21 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Riderz Demo Bike Ride


Location: Wilmore Park

Riderz Demo Bike Ride - FREE - Muffins & Hot Chocolate, Bike talk, and Ride the new trails. Bring your Own Helmet, Must be accompanied by an Adult if under 18 to test drive any bikes.

Thu, Sep 26 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

ESA Band Concert - Part of Culture Days!


Location: Edson Legion Branch 51

Back by popular demand, enjoy the great full band music of the Edmonton Schoolboys Alumni Band with conductor Graeme Peppink.

The FREE concert will take place at the Edson Legion on Thursday, September 26th at 7:00 pm. Doors open at 6:30 pm.

Thank you to the Edson Legion for partnering in this event.

Sat, Sep 28 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

Booster Juice Grand Opening - Edson, AB


Location: 5601 - 4th Avenue, Edson, Alberta

Celebrate the Grand Opening of Booster Juice Yellowhead Commons with buy one get one FREE smoothies! Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 8AM-9PM. 5601 - 4th Avenue, Edson, Alberta. We'll be serving up delicious and nutritious BOGO smoothies, FREE giveaways, family fun, and amazing raffle prizes! Grand Prize – *Free Smoothies for a Year! ($400 value) 2nd Prize – Booster Juice Prize Package ($200 value) 3rd Prize – Booster Juice Gift Card ($100 value) PLUS the first 50 customers to receive a free gift! *Grand Prize consists of x52 free smoothie coupons valid at Booster Juice Yellowhead Commons.

8:00AM-9:00PM
Sat, Sep 28 1:00 pm - 1:00 pm

LEGO Creation Day


Location: Edson & District Public Library

Come to the Library on September 28th from 1-4pm, grab a bucket of LEGO and start sculpting! There will be door prizes too! For all ages because LEGO is a universal toy. 

Sat, Sep 28 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Arts on Fire Gala


Location: Galloway Station Museum 223-55th Street, Edson

Arts on Fire is a celebration of the arts and arts allies. We gather to listen to live music, socialize and give thanks and admiration to the people and organizations in our area that contribute to our thriving arts community. The event is free to attend. Tickets will be available by RSVPing to the Facebook Event or emailing Diana at dianai@edson.ca.

Live musical performance by WIESINGER, cash bar (wine & beer) and hors d'oeuvres.

Mon, Sep 30 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Truth and Reconciliation Day


Location: Kinsmen Park

Truth and Reconciliation Day event at Kinsmen Park

Sat, Oct 19 12:00 am - 12:00 am

Budget Workshop

Sat, Oct 19 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Edson Orcas Swim Club Annual Bottle Drive


Location: Town of Edson (drop off location Kinsmen park)

Our swimmers will be heading out around town collecting bottles to help fundraise for our club. We will also have a drop off location at Kinsmen Park (parking lot by the spray park).

Wed, Oct 23 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Avalanche Education Night


Location: Riderz - 53227 Rge Rd 170 Yellowhead County

Free Avalanche Education Class - Rescue Gear Practice (bring your own gear), New content yearly, For all brand of Riders and 20% off store for the evening. RSVP to Salesedson@riderz.ca