With the rain forecast for the weekend still a little dicey, Edmontonians may want to prepare for all weather eventualities at these events this weekend: Edmonton Folk Music Festival Although single-day and four-day passes are mostly sold out to this Gallagher Park staple, a few lucky people may be able to snag tickets through the online exchange portal. Friday headliners include Of Monsters and Men, Buffalo Traffic Jam and Amble Concert. Cariwest Caribbean Arts Festival One of downtown Edmonton’s only parades is dancing through the streets once more starting Friday through Sunday. Attractions include both a lively parade and a Caribbean village with food, merchandise, art and more. 2026 Hlinka Gretzky Cup Rogers Place is once against hosting an elite under-18 hockey tournament that began earlier this week but with final games being played Saturday. Chinatown Classic: 9-Man Volleyball Festival Have you ever looked at a volleyball game and gone, “I wish that was more hectic,”? Good news. Edmonton’s Chinatown is bringing an east coast classic to downtown streets this weekend. The men and women’s volleyball tournament will show off brand new permanent outdoor courts. The event is free to watch. Kids Market at Windermere Town Square A market for kids (and all ages), by kids. Windermere Town Square is featuring handmade goods, tasty treats and creative finds made by young entrepreneurs. AC/DC Power Up Tour pop-up All are welcome at The Starlite Room on Saturday and Sunday for a free pop-up packed with tour props and merch ahead of AC/DC’s Commonwealth Stadium performance on Sunday at 7 p.m. Rutherford House: Domestic Science The provincial historic site on Saskatchewan Drive is offering a look at the role women played in an Edwardian home on Saturday and Sunday. Exploring the life of a Rutherford House maid, baking cookies and washing clothes “1915 style” comes at the cost of regular admission.
