Where Edmonton Magazine September/October 2018

Y ESSENTIALS FITNESS & RECREATION COMBAT ARCHERY EDMONTON Combat archery combines archery and dodgeball into a high-energy battle experience. Practice in the shooting range and then head into the medieval-themed arena, which includes sniper towers, archways, and bunkers. Private games available 24/7 with advanced booking. For scheduled games, check the website. 8128-46 St., 780-490-8166. combatarcheryedmonton.com Map 1-F5 S FAST TRACK INDOOR KARTING Reach speeds up to 70 km/hr in a fun and safe racing environment. The 70,000 sq. ft. indoor karting facility includes two separate tracks, a large spectator viewing area, and two full-service party rooms. 11771-167 St., 780-341-0640. gokartsedmonton.com Map 1-B3 W trekking tower is fun for the whole family. Strap yourself into a harness and get ready to test your balance—and nerve—on a ski bridge, snowboard balance bridge, picnic table, bicycle, coal car, travel trailer, and a few surprises. $49 Adult; $44 Youth (11-17); $34 Junior (6-10); $29 Child (3-5). May 20-22: Daily 12 pm - 9 pm. May 23 - Jun 30: Mon - Wed 3 pm - 9 pm; Thu - Sun 12 pm - 9 pm. Jul 1 - Sep 4: Daily 10 am - 9 pm. Sep 5 - Oct 15: Mon - Wed 3 pm - 7 pm; Thu - Sun 12 pm - 7 pm. 119 Whitemud Dr., 780-434- 3991. snowvalley.ca/aerial-park Map 1-C6 S Plan and book early for the biggest party of the year! The Grey Cup Festival is taking over the city November 21 to 25. LAUNCHPAD TRAMPOLINE PARK Defy gravity at this cutting-edge trampoline park! Over 24,000 sq. ft. of custom-made trampolines adjoin the floors and walls, creating an extremely fun experience for kids and adults alike. 6142-50 St., 780-468-3161. launchpadtrampoline.com Map 1-E5 S MILLENNIUM PLACE Located on the edge of Sherwood Park, this multi-purpose facility includes a fitness centre and studio, aquatics centre (complete with wave pool!), indoor track, gymnasium, twin arenas, leisure ice, field house, indoor playgrounds, youth lounge, and concession. Admission includes all drop-in activities, including instructor-led fitness classes. $9.25 Adult (18-64); $7.75 Youth (13-17)/Senior (65+); $5.25 Child (2-12); $23.75 Family (2 adults an d up to 5 children under the age of 18 living in the same household); Free for children under 2. Mon - Sun 5 am - 11 pm. SNOW VALLEY AERIAL PARK Edmonton's newest outdoor adventure—and the first of its kind in Canada— is here! With over 100 games and challenges, the aerial VERTICALLY INCLINED ROCK GYM This indoor rock-climbing gym gives climbers of all ages and abilities a chance to work on their climbing strategies. The walls feature 4,000 handholds, 24 Topropes, 100 routes, and 75 quick draws. Lessons are available for inexperienced climbers. Equipment rentals are available for an extra fee. $15 Adult; $12.50 Student; $10 Child. 8523 Argyll Rd., 780-496-9390. verticallyinclined.com Map 1-E5 S GETTING AROUND Best Western Plus City Centre Inn Map 1-D3 Canterra Suites Map 1-D4 Chateau Lacombe Hotel Map 3-G7 Chateau Louis Hotel Map 1-C3 Chateau Nova Kingsway Map 1-C3 Coast Edmonton Plaza Hotel Map 3-E5 Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown Map 3-E7 Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Map 3-J6 Days Inn Downtown Edmonton Map 3-D6 Delta Edmonton Centre Suite Hotel Map 3-G3 Edmonton Inn & Conference Centre Map 1-D3 Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Map 3-I6 Holiday Inn Express Downtown Map 3-E7 Hyatt Place Edmonton Downtown Map 3-L3 Matrix Hotel Map 3-C7 Sutton Place Hotel Map 3-H3 Union Bank Inn Map 3-H6 Westin Edmonton Map 3-I5 SOUTH Argyll Plaza Hotel Map 1-D5 Best Western Cedar Park Inn Map 5-A5 Best Western Plus South Edmonton Inn & Suites Map 1-D7 Campus Tower Suite Hotel Map 1-D5 Days Inn Edmonton South Map 1-D5 Delta Edmonton South Hotel Map 5-C3 Four Points by Sheraton Edmonton Gateway Map 1-D7 Four Points by Sheraton Edmonton South Map 1-D7 Hampton Inn by Hilton Edmonton South Map 1-D7 Holiday Inn & Conference Centre Edmonton South Map 5-C4 58 where.ca // SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2018 LIGHT RAIL TRANSIT (LRT) Edmonton’s LRT system provides access to places like the University of Alberta, Southgate Centre, the Jubilee Auditorium, Northlands Coliseum, and Rogers Place. Fares are good on buses or trains for 90 minutes after time of purchase. Adults, Seniors, and Children $3.25. Edmonton Transit Services, 1 Sir Winston Churchill Sq., 780-496-1611. etstripplanner.edmonton.com MOVIE THEATRES CINEPLEX ODEON WINDERMERE & VIP CINEMAS This is the only Cineplex Odeon's VIP brand of theatres currently in Alberta. In addition to the seven regular theatres at this destination, three VIP theatres offer movie- goers a unique, exclusive way to enjoy the movies. The extra admission price allows patrons to relax in an adults- only theatre and enjoy access to a private concession stand, lounge, full-restaurant menu, and bar. Once in the theatre, extra-wide, high-back rocker seats await guests, accompanied by seat-side food and drink service. 6151 Currents Dr., 780-822-4250. cineplex.com Map 1-B7 W BUSES The Edmonton Service Centre in Edmonton Tower provides lost and found, route brochures, and guides, as well as sales of all ETS passes and tickets. Fares are valid for 90 minutes from time of purchase. Adult, Senior, and Child $3.25. Edmonton Tower, 10111- 104 Ave., 780-442-5311. takeets.com METRO CINEMA AT THE GARNEAU This historic single-screen theatre has been a fixture of the trendy Garneau area since 1940. It's currently home to Metro Cinema, which screen a selection of local and international independent films — as well as nostalgic favourites — that are not screened anywhere else in the city. 8712-109 St., 780-425-9212. metrocinema.org Map 1-D4 S EDMONTON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Flights headed all over the world leave from the international airport. A bus service offers transportation to and from the airport. #1, 1000 Airport Rd., Leduc County, 780- 890-8900. flyeia.com PRINCESS THEATRE This independent, two-room movie theatre shows independent, critically acclaimed theatrical releases. 10337 Whyte (82) Ave., 780-433-0728. rainbowcinemas.ca Map 2-J3 S EDMONTON TAXI SERVICE GROUP Edmonton and area’s largest transportation provider organizes four taxi fleets, Yellow Cab, Barrel Taxi, Checker Cab, and Prestige HOTEL DIRECTORY CITY CENTRE Cab together with the Prestige Limousine fleet and Sky Shuttle airport service. They are available 24 hours a day. 10135-31 Ave., 780-462-3456. edmtaxi.com Map 1-D6 S VISITOR SERVICES DRAYTON VALLEY HOSPITALITY & TOURISM Find more information on Drayton Valley and its family-friendly attractions, museums, playgrounds, sports centres, shopping, and more. PO Box 5407, Drayton Valley, 780- 514-8134. dvhta.ca * Look for WHERE Edmonton Magazine at one of these fine Edmonton and area hotels! 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