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Chrysanthemum by Peter-Anthony Togni

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Luminous Voices presents the world premiere of a new work by Canadian composer Peter-Anthony Togni, written for cellist and multidisciplinary artist India Gailey.

DEADLINE: October 18, 2026 - 3:00 pm

Edmonton LitFest events featuring authors from University of Alberta Press

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Three authors with books published by University of Alberta Press appear at LitFest 2026: Aaron Hughes, Alice Major, and Lisa Martin.

DEADLINE: October 17, 2026 - 4:00 pm

Contextural Fibre Arts Sale

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Discover the beauty of handmade textiles - and find the perfect gift for yourself or someone else.

DEADLINE: November 21, 2026 - 6:00 pm

Pictures of You: Keith Dalgleish

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This rich and immersive experience showcases the paintings of Keith Dalgleish. Vibrant high-energy florals are captured with dynamic, mosaic-like brushwork. Keith has strived to redefine traditional still-life painting in a bold manner, with movement; so not "still."

DEADLINE: October 24, 2026 - 5:00 pm

collectif9 presents RITUÆLS

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Through music and movement, this programme reflects the intricacies of human connection, embracing the beauty and pain of our coexistence.

DEADLINE: January 30, 2027 - 8:00 pm

Rachel Meyer presents "Mama, do we die when we sleep?"

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Inspired by Rachel’s two year old daughter’s question: “Do we die when we sleep?”, this contemporary dance work explores the emotion of wonder. Imagination and dream-space infiltrate responsibility and conformity, as some necessary invitation to possibility. Hosted by BWDC.

DEADLINE: October 16, 2026 - 8:00 pm

LitFest: Canada's Original Nonfiction Festival

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Join us October 14 to 18, 2026 to Celebrate 20 Years of LitFest: Canada’s Original Nonfiction Festival

DEADLINE: October 18, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Elk Island Art Club: Annual Art Show & Sale

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Join us on October 17 and 18, 2026. This year our annual show is inspired by Norman Rockwell.

DEADLINE: October 18, 2026 - 4:00 pm

Drop-In Sketching: Spooky Specimens (Royal Alberta Museum)

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Have you ever wished you could use the Royal Alberta Museum’s collections for sketching inspiration?

DEADLINE: October 15, 2026 - 5:30 pm

Retro Craft Night: 1940s edition (Royal Alberta Museum)

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It’s craft time for adults! Join the Royal Alberta Museum for an evening of crafting with a historical twist.

DEADLINE: October 1, 2026 - 5:30 pm