Events

Edmonton International Film Festival presents 2026 Oscar® Nominated Short Films

The Edmonton International Film Festival (EIFF)'s annual Oscar® Nominated Short Films Fundraiser returns to Edmonton's Metro Cinema (8712 109 Street) for three nights only: March 8th, 11th, and 13th, 2026. This is a unique  local opportunity to view all of the nominated short animationdocumentary, and live-action films ahead of the 98th Academy Awards airing Sunday, March 15.  

 

Book of the Year Author Reading

Join us for an evening with novelist Scott Alexander Howard, featuring a reading, discussion with Grant Stovel, and audience Q&A celebrating his acclaimed debut novel The Other Valley. Howard, who lives in Vancouver and holds a PhD in philosophy from the University of Toronto, brings a rich interdisciplinary perspective shaped by his postdoctoral work at Harvard on memory, emotion, and literature.

Where Voices Meet and Spirits Rise.

Searching for a sense of community? Join Chorus Inspira for an immersive evening of contemporary choral music. We’ll explore themes of light and life’s many journeys through the works of living composers and the rich folk traditions of Canada and Nigeria. Come for the music, stay for the connection—and be ready to lend your own voice to the song!

Edmonton Sings
Saturday, March 7, 2026 
7:30pm

The Wizard of Oz - Citadel Theatre

The Citadel will transport audiences to the magical Land of Oz in this enchanting retelling of the timeless classic. Follow Dorothy, a young dreamer swept away by a whirlwind adventure, as she journeys down the Yellow Brick Road to find her way home. Alongside her unforgettable companions—the Scarecrow, Tinman, and Cowardly Lion—she encounters dazzling wonders, wicked witches, and the promise of courage, heart, and wisdom. With iconic songs, vibrant characters, and heartwarming lessons, this production celebrates the enduring power of friendship, bravery, and believing in oneself.