Welcome to Edmonton’s group chat, your weekly roundup of what’s trending, what’s new, and what’s actually worth talking about. Here, we can get the hottest events and news right to your phone and group chat without any issues. If your friends are talking about it, you’re going to find everything you need to know right in this article.
This week, we’ve got all the details on new clothing stores, weekend weather, and cool events to check out. There are some pretty cool new things to see and do in the city, so without further ado, let’s jump into it!
What’s trending, Edmonton?
Weather continues to be a mixed bag in the city
According to Environment Canada, the week ahead of us has a bunch of different flavours of weather hitting the city.
This Wednesday, Oct. 21, has a projected high of 14°C, which will be the “warmest” weather we see this upcoming week. Every evening will have a low reaching into the negatives, except Thursday, Oct. 22, which will reach only 3°C with periods of rain. There’s also a chance of flurries on Saturday; what a way to start the weekend.
Calling all Madonna fans to the Winspear Centre this weekend…
Generational pop star Madonna’s music is taking over the Winspear Centre this Sunday, Oct. 25. You’ll get to see hit songs like “Vogue,” “Material Girl,” and “Like a Prayer” come to life on stage, recreated by some of the best musicians in the country.
There’s a new clothing store opening in Kingsway Mall this weekend
A Suzy Shier and Le Chateau boutique is opening this upcoming weekend at Kingsway Mall, and we couldn’t be more excited.
For the grand opening on Saturday, Oct. 17, they will be celebrating with 40 per cent off the entire store. In addition to that, the first 50 customers who make a purchase will receive a gift card valued at up to $250.
On top of a new clothing store… how about a new bookstore?
Edmonton’s newest bookstore, Second Shelf Books, is now open in the French Quarter.
Here, they offer shelves upon shelves of new and used reads to explore. Whether it’s fantasy, non-fiction, sci-fi, or something completely different, this spot will have loads of titles to delve into every single day of the week.
Or maybe you’ll want to check out this pumpkin walk coming near Edmonton
Just outside Drayton Valley, the trails will be lighting up for the annual Forbidden Forest Pumpkin Walk this week.
During this event, lanterns will line the pathways along with loads of carved pumpkins to set the tone for a magical fall evening. Visitors are welcome to participate in the pumpkin carving contest, listen to live music, or get a bite from one of the local food trucks through the night.
So, if you’re looking to embrace the autumnal vibes and make the most of the season, this pumpkin walk is definitely going to deliver.
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Alyssa Gallardo
Alyssa is a Staff Writer for Dished and Curiocity Edmonton. She’s a big fan of everything entertainment, and can always be seen running around the city going from concert to concert.
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