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BREAKOUT WEST
Hosted by the Western Canadian Music Alliance , this combo festival and conference will feature headliners Said the Whale and The Wet Secrets . ( pg 24 )
LIONEL RICHIE + MARIAH CAREY
With combined record sales of 330 million , say “ Hello ” to these two incredible music icons as they perform their hits “ All Night Long .” ( pg 23 )
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DAVIS CUP
Returning to Edmonton after 21 years , Canada will face off against India for the first time in this tennis cup ’ s history in what ’ s sure to be an intense match . ( pg 25 )
DREAMSPEAKERS FILM FESTIVAL
Watch a unique exploration of Indigenous art and culture at this annual festival featuring filmmakers from around the globe . ( pg 24 )
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OKTOBERFEST
Say “ Prost !” and sample a variety of Bavarian and local brews , and enjoy German dancers , games , and more at this fun-filled festival of beer ! ( pg 24 )
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TANGO FIRE
Straight from the tango houses of Buenos Aires , this touring company opens Alberta Ballet ’ s season with a seductive and sultry evening of dance . ( pg 24 )
EDMONTON FILM FEST
Enjoy a cinematic feast of international , independent , and eye-opening films from over 50 countries at this Oscar-qualifying festival . ( pg 24 )
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KALEIDO FAMILY ARTS FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 15 – 17 The historic Alberta Avenue comes alive at this annual festival of family fun ! The streets and nearby venues will be filled with live music , dance performances , film screenings , plays , literary readings , and artistic vendors . The best part : it ’ s all free ! 118 Ave . between 90 St . & 95 St .; visit kaleidofest . ca for more information .
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COLDPLAY SEPTEMBER 26 & 27 Since achieving worldwide fame for their single , “ Yellow ,” these British rockers have released seven albums , including their most recent , A Head Full of Dreams . Having won 62 awards from 209 nominations , frontman Chris Martin and his band have proven their talent over a nearly two-decade-long career . Don ’ t miss new hits , such as “ Everglow .” Rogers Place , $ 29 –$ 225 ; call 1-855-985-5000 or visit ticketmaster . ca for tickets .
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UFC 215 SEPTEMBER 9 Prepare yourself for a night of no-holds-barred action at this mixed-martial arts event ! Demetrious “ Mighty Mouse ” Johnson will take on Ray “ The Tazmexican Devil ” Borg in the headline flyweight title fight , which is the first official UFC event hosted in the city . Other expected bouts include Amanda Nunes vs . Valentina Shevchenko and Junior Dos Santos vs . Francis Ngannou . Rogers Place , $ 64 –$ 380 ; call 1-855-985-5000 or visit ticketmaster . ca for tickets .
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COMIC EXPO SEPTEMBER 22 – 24 Get your geek on and celebrate sci-fi , comics , pop culture , and more ! Shop from vendors , watch cosplay contests , attend panels and workshops , and meet the creators and stars of your favourite films , TV shows , and comics . This year ’ s special guests include Camila Mendes from Riverdale , Charlie Cox from Daredevil , and William Shatner . Edmonton EXPO Centre , $ 20 Day Pass or $ 70 Weekend Pass ; call 1-855-985-5000 or visit ticketmaster . ca for tickets .
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PHOTOS COURTESY LIVE NATION ; MODMAY PROMOTIONS ; DREAMSPEAKERS FILM FESTIVAL ; ISTOCKPHOTO . COM ; STOCK . ADOBE . COM ; OILERS ENTERTAINMENT GROUP ; ARTS ON THE AVE ; EDMONTON COMIC & ENTERTAINMENT EXPO ; WARNER MUSIC GROUP CANADA ; BY ZACH CIABURRI |
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