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Live at The Carrot presents: West Asian Music - with Behrang Nikaeen & Mehdi Rezania

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Behrang Nikaeen & Mehdi Rezania perform West Asian music, blending Iranian classical traditions, tar, santur, and improvisation live in Edmonton.

DEADLINE: November 6, 2026 - 7:00 pm

The Carrot Gallery Opening Reception: The Little Elsewhere - Jan Xu

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You are warmly invited to the opening reception for The Little Elsewhere by Jan Xu. Step into her whimsical watercolor worlds of warmth and hope.

DEADLINE: November 28, 2026 - 5:00 pm

TELUS STORYHIVE Video Podcasts: $10,000 grants available!

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Do you have a story? A topic you can’t stop thinking about? Turn it into a video podcast. Applications are now open for the TELUS STORYHIVE Video Podcasts program!

DEADLINE: December 10, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Falling for the Arts at The GRAND

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This season, The GRAND invites audiences to expect the unexpected, with a lineup that spans nostalgic films, captivating dance performances, an interactive courtroom experience where you decide the verdict, a deep dive into cult psychology, and a vibrant Diwali celebration.

DEADLINE: November 28, 2026 - 5:00 pm

S'ense of Place Solo Art Exhibition by Nekole Thauvette

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Join us for an evening of art, live music, charcuterie, and a celebration of Edmonton's creative community!

DEADLINE: November 13, 2026 - 5:00 pm

YouthWrite's Winter WordPlay 2027

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Winter Wordplay 2027 is an all-day or overnight experience for youth ages 10 to 19 to learn, create, and practice writing under expert instructors!

DEADLINE: January 31, 2027 - 5:00 pm

Book Launch: Sveva Caetini's Recapitulation Series: From Medieval Mysticism to the Space Age

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Please join us for the Edmonton Book Launch of Dr. Adriana Albi Davies, a distinguished historian, writer and Member of the Order of Canada and Cavaliere d'Italia.

DEADLINE: November 27, 2026 - 2:00 pm

Indigenous Fashion Creation Residency: Embellishments and Accessories (Banff Centre)

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A hybrid residency for Indigenous designers to develop experimental fashion, embellishments and accessories through workshop, studio practice and mentorship.

DEADLINE: December 16, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Convergence 2026 - a dance double bill

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Good Women Dance Collective presents: Convergence 2026 - a dance double bill, at Mile Zero Dance Warehouse.

DEADLINE: December 5, 2026 - 7:00 pm

BWDC Margaritas Below Zero...

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Warm up with fans and friends of contemporary dance with food, cocktails, and a silent auction including concert tickets, mountain getaways, and more!

DEADLINE: November 22, 2026 - 1:00 pm