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  • Edmontonstories - @Luvino: There is always a bustle of activity happening in Edmonton, especially on long weekends. Since Canada Day 2011 is still a few weeks away, event details are still in the works. However you can take a look at what took place last year. You can see a sample of the events that took place at http://www.edmontondowntown.com/events_details.asp?ID=14. For more events happening year-round, you can refer to the City of Edmonton’s events calendar at http://www.edmonton.ca/attractions_recreation/attractions/festivals_events/events-calendar.asp. Hopefully some of these ideas will help make your visit more memorable. More …
  • Edmontonstories - @Lester: We are sorry to hear that you had unpleasant experiences due to racism. It’s unfortunate that racism still exists. Edmontonians can visit the Racism Free Edmonton web site http://racismfreeedmonton.ca to learn more about how we are working to eliminate racism in our city. Edmonton celebrates multiculturalism every August long weekend. Different communities work together to put on the Heritage Days Festival. Bob talks about his experience at http://www.edmontonstories.ca/story/peaceful-city-of-nations. Thank you for bringing this to our attention and providing us with the opportunity to address the serious issue of racism. Together we can eliminate racism. More …

Stories About Visiting in Edmonton

Edmonton International Street Performers Festival

If you’re a street performer or a fan of street performers, coming to Edmonton is a must. This festival celebrated its 25th Anniversary in 2009, and has entertained 4 million visitors in that time. Continue…

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  • The Citadel Theatre - The Citadel Theatre Story has video
    I love what I do and I love being able to do it at the Citadel in Edmonton.
  • A Place for Movies - Guy Lavallee Story has video
    Lights. Camera. Action! At the Edmonton International Film Festival, it’s is all about the people behind the scenes – directors, writers, producers – who bring stories to life.
  • dEdmonton: City of Halloween Horrors - Derek Clayton
    DEDFest is actually Canada’s only true horror film festival. There’re other festivals that go on, but they’re all genre.
  • A Man With A Crush - Barry DeFord Story has video
    I could draw you a map of the world right now. I love history. I love all the stuff you’re really not supposed to talk about at work, so I figure I should work in a place where I can talk about it all the time.
  • A Family Destination - Stephanie Sewap User submitted story
    Every year, Stephanie Sewap visits Edmonton with her husband and four children. Their favourite spot? West Edmonton Mall.
  • I WILL Visit Edmonton Again! - Geny Heywood User submitted story
    Geny Heywood arrived in Edmonton as a young immigrant woman. Although she no longer lives here, she vows she will visit again.
  • My Fab Fringe Festival Experience - Part II - The Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival User submitted story
    Edmonton is a wonderful place in summer for festivals. Here's more what people have to say about their Fab Fringe Festival Experience!
  • My Fab Fringe Festival Experience - The Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival User submitted story
    Edmonton is a wonderful place in summer for festivals. Read what the people we asked about their Fab Fringe Festival Experience said and check out what they had to say!
  • Fab Fringe Festival Experience Contest Winners - The Fab Fringe Festival Contest
    Entrants from across Canada shared their memorable Edmonton/Fringe moment for the chance to win the ultimate Fringe VIP prize package featuring a stay at Metterra Hotel on Whyte, Fringe Ticket Packages, Fringe swag, Edmonton Attractions Family Passes and more!
  • Passionate About Responsible Tourism - Laura McGowan
    Edmonton is a Responsible Tourism destination. This is a shift from traditional tourism and goes beyond just being green, it supports the community socially and financially and much more.
  • A Sunny Day in Edmonton - Janet Simister User submitted story
    You Edmontonians are really awesome people. When I was walking along the streets trying to get in as many sights as I could, people were going out of their way to help me experience their beautiful city.
  • Hot to Huddle in Edmonton - Grey Cup Festival Story has video
    Edmonton has some great 2010 Grey Cup memories from everyone who came out to celebrate with us. We captured the pre-game excitement on Churchill Square at Edmonton’s Hot to Huddle 2010 Grey Cup Festival.
  • The Citadel Theatre - The Citadel Theatre Story has video
    I love what I do and I love being able to do it at the Citadel in Edmonton.
  • It was About Friendship - William Wang
    I’ve been here for so many years, and I thought I knew Edmonton, but after these two trips, well, I know it even better now.
  • Magical Volunteer Army - The Magical Volunteer Army Story has video
    What does it take to become one of the world's best folk festivals? Blood, sweat, toil, and tears? Definitely. Volunteers? Absolutely. Watch 2 short videos to find out what keeps everyone coming back each year.

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