Where Edmonton Magazine July/August 2017

137 Discover some of the capital’s secrets aboard a bus with Big E Tours. Take both the southwest and southeast tours for a better understanding of the city’s civics politics and industrious nature. edmonton.tours 138 134 Visit Rutherford House, a restored and furnished Edwardian-era home that was once owned by Alberta’s first premier. Take an interactive historical walking tour using the FORHS Walks App and learn how the house connects to the surrounding community. rutherfordhouse.ca 135 Gus Agioritis opened the first Boston Pizza in Edmonton on August 12, 1964, and these restaurants remain a great spot to enjoy delicious pizza and watch sports! bostonpizza.com 136 Located on 104 Street before 104 Avenue, the Neon Sign Museum showcases Edmonton’s commercial history with 19 iconic and restored signs. Hand-dipped and baked in small batches, Moonshine Doughnuts are available in fun flavours such as Raspberry Passion Fruit and Horchata! moonshinedoughnuts.ca 139 Hear headliners The Strumbellas, The Rural Alberta Advantage, and Frazey Ford in the heart of St. Albert at Seven Music Fest on July 8! sevenmusicfest.com 140 Witness talents from around the world at the International Street Performers Festival from July 7–16 as they entertain with magic, comedy, juggling, storytelling, music, and more. edmontonstreetfest.com 141 Discover the history of Alberta oil with hands-on exhibits and the world’s largest drill bit at Leduc #1 Energy Discovery Centre. leducnumber1.com you never know what you’ll discover. oldstrathconamall.com 144 Make a big splash with colourful and moveable water features at Kinsmen Spray Park. 9710 Walterdale Hill 145 Offering beef, bikes, and brews, Ritchie Market is a new, open- concept community hub that includes local businesses Acme Meat Market, Transcend Coffee, and the soon-to-open Blind Enthusiasm brewery and Biera brewpub. ritchiemarket.ca 146 Soak in the ambience seven nights a week at Blues on Whyte, the mecca for blues lovers all over North America. bluesonwhyte.ca 147 For all-ages fun in the sun, head to Jackie Parker Park, which includes a zoo- like spray park, toddler water play area, picnic area, and even an enormous playground. 4540-50 St. 148 Traverse the downtown core by bike along the newly installed Downtown Bike Network. The majority of these protected bike lanes will be installed and operational in July 2017! 149 Try a dairy-free cinnamon bun or fresh- baked bread at Kinnikinnick Fresh, an entirely gluten-free bakery and store. To start sharing with a wider audience in 1997, they developed the first GF website and were one of the first companies in the world to start selling perishable food online! kinnikinnick.com 150 Enjoy some of the hottest artists and bands in the city and from across Canada at the hip Needle Vinyl Tavern. theneedle.ca w 142 Navigate a corn maze, pick your own vegetables, and sift for gemstones at the Prairie Gardens and Adventure Farm. prairiegardens.org 143 Go treasure hunting at the Old Strathcona Antique Mall—the largest antique mall in Western Canada. From retro furniture to collectables to a quirky gift, JULY/AUGUST 2017 // where.ca 25

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