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Date: Tuesday, May 30, 2006-Saturday, June 03, 2006

The International Children's Festival presents fabulous acts from around the world in a festival of theatre, music, dance, storytelling and puppetry. This popular event has something for everyone! Location: In St. Albert (5 St. Anne St.). For more information call Arden Box Office at (780) 459-1542.

Date: Friday, June 23, 2006-Wednesday, July 05, 2006

The Works International Visual Arts Society produces The Works Art & Design Festival which attracts artists and patrons from around the world, boosting the energy and imagination of Downtown Edmonton at the start of every summer. The Works is a free event that draws an audience representing all ages and interests, offering over 200 exciting exhibits and special events to the public.

Date: Tuesday, June 27, 2006-Sunday, July 23, 2006

Since 1989, Edmonton's Free Will Players have staged the annual River City Shakespeare Festival from late June to mid-July. The festival includes full-scale professional productions of two plays by William Shakespeare, as well as Camp Shakespeare, a summer drama camp for youth ages 8-16. All festival activities take place in the 1,000 Heritage Amphitheatre in Edmonton's beautiful Hawrelak Park.

Date: Friday, July 07, 2006-Sunday, July 16, 2006

Downtown Edmonton is alive for 10 fun-filled days of free performances by internationally known street acts including magicians, clowns, jugglers, mime artists, musicians, and comics for the young-at-heart. Location: Sir Winston Churchill Square (99 St. & 102 A Ave.) For more information call (780) 425-5162.

Date: Thursday, July 20, 2006-Saturday, July 29, 2006

Edmonton's newly renamed and renovated exhibition will feature new shows like

Ed Fest, Global Connections and Northwest Originals. More new programs will continue to be announced, helping to ensure Capital EX continues to be one of Canada's largest exhibitions where more than 810,000 guests attend each July.

Date: Saturday, August 05, 2006-Monday, August 07, 2006

The Edmonton Heritage Festival is a three-day celebration of Canada's diverse cultural mosaic. It is held during the Heritage Day long weekend in August. Outdoor ethnic pavilions feature non-stop international singing and dancing, arts and crafts displays, costumes and samples of wonderful international cuisine. Location: William Hawrelak Park (south side of Groat Bridge). For information call (780) 488-3378.

Date: Thursday, August 10, 2006-Sunday, August 13, 2006

The annual Edmonton Folk Music Festival is a four-day celebration of blues, Celtic, singer-songwriters, bluegrass, gospel and world music. Other highlights include family activities, arts and crafts and a food fair. It's all outdoors! Location: Gallagher Park (94 St. and 92 Ave.) For more information call (780) 429-1899.

Note: Passes for the Edmonton Folk Music Festival sell out almost as quickly as they go on sale. Don't miss out!

Date: Thursday, August 17, 2006-Sunday, August 27, 2006

A ten-day extravaganza of new plays, old plays, dance, music, mime, street entertainment and much, much more! The Fringe Theatre Event is now regarded as the largest and most exciting festival of alternative theatre in North America. For more information call (780) 448-9000 or e-mail fta@fringetheatreadventures.ca

Date: Friday, August 18, 2006-Sunday, August 20, 2006

The 10th Annual Edmonton Dragon Boat Festival held at Government House Park. On Friday August 18th Saturday, August 19th and Sunday, August 20th, 2006.

A 2,000 year-old Chinese tradition of dragon boat racing capturing the attention of international sporting scenes and embraced by millions world-wide. Make this fantastic outdoor festival in Edmonton your tool to raise your company’s profile. With a track record of attracting over 5,000 spectators, 1,500 participants, and guaranteed media coverage with unforgettable sights and sounds.