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Country music lovers check this out 🤠⬇️

From October 7-10, 2026, let's get into the Western spirit with something as Western as it gets: a Tailgate Party! 🤠

Located in ICE District, the party invites Canadian Finals Rodeo fans to saddle up for photo ops, a mechanical bull, a full-service bar, a tattoo booth and plenty of other activities. It’s sure to be a rootin’ tootin’ good time! 🐎

Giddy up and learn more here: https://heyor.ca/NILujh 🐄

CFR Tailgate Party | Free Pre-Rodeo Entertainment in Edmonton Kick off the Canadian Finals Rodeo at the FREE CFR Tailgate Party in Edmonton's ICE District. Enjoy live music, games, food, drinks, sponsor activations, and family-friendly entertainment before each performance.

Welcome to Q***r History Month in Edmonton! 🏳️‍🌈

Q***r stories are an important part of Edmonton’s history and culture. This October, discover ways to learn, celebrate and connect through a range of special events. 🙌

Click the link to see the full event list. https://heyor.ca/66KUCa

Head over to the Citadel Theatre in Edmonton’s Arts District Edmonton from October 31 to November 1, 2026, and step into the glittering Jazz Age, where ch*****ne flows, flapper dresses shimmer, and music drifts through the night until dawn. 🌆

The Great Gatsby is coming to life on stage and bringing all the emotions. 🎭

The Citadel Theatre: Casey and Diana | April 2026 | Explore Edmonton Experience this powerful, ground-breaking, and deeply moving show. Casey and Diana is running at the Citadel Theatre from April 4 - 26, 2026.

BYOB… but it’s not what you think! 🤠🐂

It’s the Buck Your Own Bull Battle during the Canadian Finals Rodeo!

Happening October 9, 2026, this incredible showdown is presented in collaboration with PBR Canada at the Edmonton EXPO Centre!

Let’s get our Western on, yeehaw!

Edmonton's BYOB Bull Battle | PBR Canada & Bullfighters Only | October 9, 2026 Watch Canada's top bull riders draft teammates, choose their bulls, and battle for $25,000 at Edmonton's BYOB Bull Battle featuring Bullfighters Only. October 9, 2026 at the Edmonton EXPO Centre.

It’s back and better than ever! The Edmonton Short Film Festival returns October 17 and 18, 2026. 🎬

From thrillers and comedies to stories from around the world, the Gala showcases homegrown films up to 15 minutes long.

Celebrate Edmonton’s incredible arts scene this October! ➡️

Edmonton Short Film Festival | October 2026 | Explore Edmonton Experience Edmonton Short Film Festival from October 18-19,2025!

Hold your horses… did you say Canadian Finals Rodeo After Party?! 🤠

Yup… you heard that right! On October 9 & 10, 2026, saddle up and immerse yourself in the Western spirit with dancing, live music, delicious food, and incredible vibes in ICE District!

Dust off your boots, grab your crew, and get ready to party! See y’all there! 🤠

CFR After Party 2026 | Free Live Music at Ice District Fan Park When the rodeo ends, the party begins. Join the free CFR After Party at Ice District Fan Park featuring live performances, dancing, and western entertainment during CFR Week in Edmonton.

October has entered the chat. 🍂👻

From fall festivals and spooky season to live music and family-friendly events, there’s plenty happening this October in Edmonton.

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Things to do in October in Edmonton | Explore Edmonton October is here! See our recommendations on top things to do this October 2026.