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Another thursday and  party's happening in Chinatown!

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Edmonton’s Chinatown will burst with color and culture at the VanBloc Party, a free celebration taking place Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7, 2026, at Van Loc on 98 Street NW.

Live music and DJs will fill the streets, featuring both rising stars and established local talent.

Traditional lion dance performances and martial arts demos will offer a window into Chinatown’s deep-rooted heritage, while tai chi sessions invite everyone to participate.

Food lovers are in for a treat with diverse local vendors serving up savory favorites and sweet bites, capturing the neighborhood’s culinary flair.

Highlights include a lively night market on Saturday from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., where visitors can browse unique goods beneath the stars.

The VanBloc Party shines as a symbol of Chinatown’s resurgence, drawing crowds and reviving local spirit.

BeerFest Days Beer Tastings: Sample hundreds of beers from local, national, and international producers right at Churchill Square. Beer School sessions offer guided tastings with brewers. Date: Thursday, June 4 – Sunday, June 7, 2026 (11 a.m.–11 p.m.) Location: Sir Winston Churchill Square Cost: Free entry; tasting tokens extra Click for details

Africanival Food Vendors: The festival includes food vendors serving dishes representing African and Afro-Caribbean cuisines. A good excuse to try something new. Date: Friday, June 5 – Sunday, June 7, 2026 (noon–9 p.m.) Location: Eastwood Community Park, 8502 119 Ave Cost: Free entry; food at vendor prices Click for details

Stony Plain Farmers' Days Pancake Breakfast: The Mayor and Council Pancake Breakfast kicks off Saturday morning before the parade at Heritage Park. Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026 (morning) Location: Heritage Park, 5100 41 Ave, Stony Plain Cost: Free or by donation Click for details

Pride Pancake Breakfast at O-day'min Park: The Downtown Edmonton Community League hosts pancakes and community celebration on Saturday morning, followed by a circus workshop in the park. Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026 Location: O-day'min Park Pavilion, downtown Edmonton Cost: Free Click for details

Anejo — Twice-Daily Happy Hour: Mexican-inspired cocktails and snacks on special from 3–5 p.m. and again from 9 p.m. to close. Date: Daily Location: Anejo, Edmonton Cost: Drink and food specials Click for details

Beer Revolution — Weekday Happy Hour: Selected brews at $6, house wine specials, and pizza deals. Monday to Friday, 3–6 p.m. Date: Thursday, June 4 & Friday, June 5 (weekday hours) Location: Beer Revolution, Whyte Ave Cost: $6 select brews, wine and pizza specials Click for details

The Black Dog Freehouse — 5-Hour Happy Hour: Five hours of $4 shots and deals on local bottles of beer. One of the longest happy hours in the city. Date: Daily, 2–7 p.m. Location: The Black Dog Freehouse, Whyte Ave Cost: $4 shots, local beer deals Click for details

Campio Brewing Co.: Local craft brewery with happy hour specials on house-brewed beers and shareable plates. Date: Check venue for current happy hour times Location: Campio Brewing Co., downtown Edmonton Cost: Happy hour pricing Click for details

Bodega Tapas and Wine Bar: Happy hour deals on wine and small plates in a cozy tapas setting. Date: Check venue for current happy hour times Location: Bodega, Edmonton Cost: Happy hour pricing Click for details

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