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Edmonton's Klondike Days
July 19 - 28th, 2007
Edmonton's Klondike Days Exposition is ten days of fun for people of all ages. Thrilling midway rides, international entertainment, chuck wagon races, a colorful parade and great shopping are highlights of the event. As the 4th largest Fair in Canada, Klondike Days can trace its origins back to 1879 when Fort Edmonton was expanding from a trading post to establishing itself as a gateway to the North.
Over 800,000 people come to the Fair each year to experience the thrills and entertainment along with some "back home" tradition. Located a few minutes north of downtown Edmonton, the exhibition is held at Northlands, formerly Northlands Park, south of Rexall Place, and conveniently on the LRT line (rail transit), getting to Edmonton's Klondike Days is easy.
Edmonton's Klondike Days Features:
- Ed Fest- A 10-day music festival where 8,000 fans enjoy great bands each night.
- Global Connections- International marketplace with exhibits of shopping, food and entertainment from a variety of countries around the world.
- Northwest Originals- Trade show with hundreds of exhibitors featuring unique hand-crafted items that showcase Western Canadian talents.
- The Shop Zone- Features more than 300 exhibits with unique products and services.
- Family Fun Town- An interactive village-like area with displays, activities, and rides for children.
- Fun Town Farm- An agricultural education exhibit where children become farm hands and to experience the beginning at the farm and ending at the market.
Edmonton's Klondike Days Hours:
General hours of operation are noon 'til midnight, with Family Fun Town and indoor attractions closing at 11 p.m. The Capital EX Casino runs until 3 a.m. Check out individual programs for specific show times.
Edmonton's Klondike Days Contact Information:
Toll Free: 1.888.800.7275
Phone: 780.471.7210
Summary of Some of Edmonton's major events:
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Edmonton's Klondike Days
As the 4th largest Fair in Canada, Klondike Days can trace its origins back to 1879 when Fort Edmonton was expanding from a trading post to establishing itself as a gateway to the North.
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Street Performers Festival
At the Street Performers Festival, buskers from all over the world come to Edmonton for 2 weeks in mid-July. What is a busker? Busking is the art of street performing or street theatre. A style of performance like no other.
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Edmonton Dragon Boat Festival
With a track record of attracting over 5,000 spectators, and 1,500 participants, this is held annually at the Louise McKinney Park, South of Grierson Hill between 95 St. & 99 St.
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Symphony Under the Sky Festival
Imagine a summer night, sitting in Edmonton's beautiful river valley, listening to great classical music performed by the talented Edmonton Symphony Orchestra.
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Storytelling Festival
Edmontonians celebrate the art of storytelling with this magical festival. This is held annually the first weekend of September at Fort Edmonton Park.
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HarvestMoon Festival
The HarvestMoon Music & Arts Festival is the longest running festival of its kind in Canada. This music and arts festival differs significantly that it simply exists to celebrate the creativity of the Creator through a wide spectrum of quality art.
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Harvest of the Past & Heritage Food Festival
This spectacular harvest and food extravaganza starts with an early-bird breakfast followed by an abundance of Alberta-produced foods including buffalo, elk, organic foods, Ukrainian food and desserts.
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Bright Nights Winter Family Festival
The country's largest outdoor festival of lights brings you up-close and personal to a land of fairytales, forests and fantasies.
The festival features terrific prizes, a fun and informative program, and over 500 electrifying Christmas displays.
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Edmonton Chante
Edmonton Chante, the annual French Song Festival, features main stage entertainment, music workshops, jam sessions, late-night dancing, street performers, exhibits and activities and shows for children.
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