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Catalyst Theatre Film Festival

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Award-winning theatre. On the big screen. Two nights only.

DEADLINE: October 23, 2026 - 7:00 pm

Our Little Secret: A True, New Musical – Citadel Theatre

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Directed by Adam Pascal. Playing October 15-25, 2026 at the Citadel Theatre!

DEADLINE: October 25, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Heroes & Heroines by Rocky Mountain Symphony Orchestra

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From Superman to Sibelius’ Symphony No. 2, a powerful celebration of courage, resilience and the figures who inspire us.

DEADLINE: October 18, 2026 - 3:00 pm

2026 Edmonton Short Film Festival - October 17 and 18, 2026

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Two nights. Incredible filmmakers. Stories from Alberta, Canada and around the world.

DEADLINE: October 18, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Ukrainian War Requiem by AXIOS

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The JUNO Award-winning Ukrainian War Requiem by Axios Men’s Ensemble of Edmonton will tour 9 cities this Fall including Edmonton on November 6, 2026.

DEADLINE: November 6, 2026 - 7:00 pm

New Exhibition: what on Earth is holding the loop up?

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The Art Gallery of St. Albert is launching its newest exhibition in the beautiful Tom Thackeray Gallery on Thursday, September 3. what on Earth is holding the loop up?, by Lauren Chipeur inspires visitors to contemplate our entangled relationship with sulphur.

DEADLINE: October 17, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Meet Canadian author Lisa Moore at the Monica Miller Memorial Lecture

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Join the annual event celebrating women's voices in literature and hear from acclaimed Canadian author Lisa Moore.

DEADLINE: October 7, 2026 - 7:30 pm

Banff Pride Festival 2026, October 2 to 12

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A multi-day 2SLGBTQIA+ arts and community festival in Banff National Park: drag, burlesque, live music, literary and community programming.

DEADLINE: October 12, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Ideas: 14 Tools to Generate Awesome Ideas & Never Feel Stuck Again

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Author, EPL Writer-in-Residence, and idea-maven, Alexis Marie Chute shares a dynamic and insightful exploration into the creative process of generating and utilizing ideas effectively.

DEADLINE: December 18, 2026 - 7:00 pm

No Lonely Writers: Library Write-in

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Join Edmonton Public Library Writer-in-Residence Alexis Marie Chute for a welcoming, focused write-in designed to help you make progress on your work while enjoying the quiet encouragement of a creative community.

DEADLINE: October 21, 2026 - 7:00 pm