Events Roundup
April 9, 2026
This week, we're highlighting an event pick by Taproot curator/reporter Stephanie Swensrude. Stephanie recommends Rat Academy about the last rats in Alberta, and how they survive in a world that hates them.
Rat Academy
📅 Friday, April 10 8:00 PM
📍 Roxy Theatre
Come along with Fingers and Shrimp, the last rats in Alberta, and learn how they survive in a world that hates them.
Here's what Stephanie had to say:
"I first saw these rats at the 2025 Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival, and I'm so glad they're back on stage! The performers are incredibly talented and I guarantee you will laugh until your stomach hurts."
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Festival fun
From immersive sensory experiences to the best of local and international storytelling:
- April 10-11: Sensory Gala and Sensory Festival at Bison Lodge
- Until April 14: NorthwestFilmFest at Garneau Theatre
- April 15-19: Dreamspeakers International Film Festival
- Until April 27: Edmonton Poetry Festival at various locations
The Magic Flute returns to the Jubilee stage
Edmonton Opera is bringing the fantasy and fun of The Magic Flute back to the Jubilee Auditorium in its 2026-27 season. Part fairy tale, part adventure, this classic story unfolds in a world where darkness and light exist side by side, and Mozart's music shapes the journey at every turn. It's part of the season subscription — get yours today.
Happening this week
Here are some events happening in the next seven days:
- April 10-12: Orchid Fair Annual Show & Sale at the Enjoy Centre
- April 11: Easter Fun at the Fort Heritage Precinct starting at 1pm at Fort Heritage Precinct
- April 11: Early Start Club Oilers Watch Party starting at 1pm at GRETA Bar YEG
- April 12: High Flying Brunch: Yoga & Brunch starting at 11am at Halo Bar and Bistro
- April 12: Spring Clothing Swap starting at 11am at Earth's Refillery Coop
- April 13: Green Drinks - April starting at 7pm at The Buckingham Pub
- April 15: Place Brand & Innovation: Examining the intersection of brand and business starting at 9am at Edmonton Unlimited
- April 15: A Taste for Life at various locations
- April 15: Education Session: Donor Communications & Stewardship starting at 9am at Bison Lodge
- April 15: Get to Know Rotary starting at 5pm at Alberta Teachers' Association
- April 15: Energy Talks: From Origins to Obligations starting at 7pm at Edmonton Public Library (Strathcona)
- April 16-17: Hearts & Hands Poker Tournament at Pure Casino Yellowhead
NorthwestFilmFest
📅 April 8 to April 14
📍 Garneau Theatre
NorthwestFilmFest seeks to explore truth and real-life stories through the lens of film.
Upcoming
And here are some upcoming events to keep in mind:
- April 23: YEG Trivia Night with ECAMP and Taproot at The Canadian Brewhouse (Downtown)
- April 28: Literary Editions 2026 at University of Alberta (Rutherford Library South)
- April 30: The Ethics of AI in Marketing at Fu's Repair Shop
Visit the Taproot Edmonton Calendar for many more events in the Edmonton region.
This roundup was sponsored by Tycoon Events.
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