September is one of the best times to get out and explore Edmonton. Summer festival season isn’t quite finished, fall is starting to settle into the city, football is in full swing, and Edmonton’s concert calendar is packed.
This Yellow Cab Edmonton event guide brings together some of the biggest things to do in Edmonton in September 2026, from Foo Fighters and Journey to the Kaleido Family Arts Festival, Edmonton International Film Festival, AsiaFest and Edmonton Elks football, along with event dates, locations and transportation tips to help you plan your month.
Plan Your September
From Foo Fighters and Journey to Kaleido, AsiaFest, Elks football and the Edmonton International Film Festival, September is packed with concerts, festivals, sports and things to do across Edmonton.
Browse the month’s biggest events below, find dates and venues, and use our Yellow Cab ride tips to help make getting there a little easier.
September Events at a Glance
Here are some of the biggest events happening across Edmonton this September. Event details can change, so always confirm final times with the venue or organizer before heading out.
| Date | Event | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Sept. 1 | “Weird Al” Yankovic | Rogers Place |
| Sept. 4–6 | INFEST | Starlite Room + Various Venues |
| Sept. 5–7 | Harvest Weekend | Fort Edmonton Park |
| Sept. 11–13 | Purple City Music Festival | Various Downtown Venues |
| Sept. 12 | Edmonton Elks vs. Calgary Stampeders | Commonwealth Stadium |
| Sept. 17 | Foo Fighters | Commonwealth Stadium |
| Sept. 17 | Cody Johnson | Rogers Place |
| Sept. 18–20 | Kaleido Family Arts Festival | Alberta Avenue |
| Sept. 22–27 | & Juliet | Jubilee Auditorium |
| Sept. 23 | Bring Me The Horizon | Rogers Place |
| Sept. 24–Oct. 3 | Edmonton International Film Festival | Various Venues |
| Sept. 24 | Journey | Rogers Place |
| Sept. 25–27 | AsiaFest 2026 | Currents of Windermere |
| Sept. 25 | Omah Lay | Edmonton EXPO Centre |
| Sept. 25 | Jimmy Carr | Rogers Place |
| Sept. 26 | Edmonton Elks vs. Hamilton Tiger-Cats | Commonwealth Stadium |
| Sept. 29 | Big Thief | Jubilee Auditorium |
Festivals Happening in September
Edmonton’s festival calendar keeps going into September, with live music, arts, film, food and cultural celebrations happening throughout the city.
Purple City Music Festival
More than 100 bands take over multiple stages and venues during this three-day independent music festival.
Festival details →Kaleido Family Arts Festival
Alberta Avenue comes alive with music, theatre, dance, street performers, visual art, food, markets and family activities.
Festival details →Edmonton International Film Festival
Edmonton’s international film festival celebrates its 40th edition with screenings beginning September 24.
Festival details →AsiaFest 2026
Three days of food, entertainment and culture featuring more than 120 vendors, 40 food vendors and 50 performance groups.
Festival details →Concerts in Edmonton This September
“Weird Al” Yankovic
September starts with the Bigger & Weirder Tour at Rogers Place. Doors are scheduled to open at 6:30 PM.
Event details →Foo Fighters
The TAKE COVER Tour comes to Commonwealth Stadium for one of September’s biggest concert nights.
Cody Johnson
Cody Johnson brings Live 26 downtown on the very same night as Foo Fighters at Commonwealth Stadium.
Event details →Bring Me The Horizon
Another major arena night lands downtown with doors scheduled for 6:00 PM.
Event details →Journey
Journey brings The Final Frontier Tour to Edmonton with doors scheduled for 6:30 PM.
Event details →Omah Lay
The Clarity of Mind Tour arrives at the Edmonton EXPO Centre Arena with doors opening at 7:00 PM.
Other September performers include Peaches, BRENN!, Tinariwen, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Lyle Lovett, Cannons, Raine Maida & Chantal Kreviazuk, Big Thief and numerous acts at Starlite Room.
September 17 Could Be a Very Busy Night
A stadium concert, an arena concert and a downtown live show are all happening at the same time.
5:30 PM
7:25 PM
8:00 PM
Expect heavier-than-normal demand before the shows and another major rush when the stadium and arena crowds leave. Give yourself extra travel time and consider arranging your ride before heading out.
Edmonton Elks Games in September
Elks vs. Calgary Stampeders
The Labour Day Rematch is traditionally one of the biggest games on Edmonton’s football calendar.
Elks vs. Hamilton Tiger-Cats
The Elks return home for their Indigenous Celebration game against Hamilton.
More Things to Do in Edmonton
Harvest Weekend
Celebrate the transition into fall with end-of-season harvest programming at Fort Edmonton Park.
Fort Edmonton events →& Juliet
The touring musical brings multiple evening and weekend matinee performances to Edmonton.
Jimmy Carr
Jimmy Carr brings the Laughs Funny Tour to Rogers Place for a Friday-night comedy show downtown.
National Day for Truth & Reconciliation
Fort Edmonton Park will offer special programming for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Getting Around Edmonton During Major Events
Large concerts, festivals and sporting events can mean busy roads, limited parking and thousands of people trying to leave at the same time. A little planning can make the trip much easier.
Plan Ahead
Major stadium and arena nights can create significant demand. Arrange your transportation before the event whenever possible.
Choose a Clear Pickup Spot
At festivals and busy venues, walking a short distance away from the busiest entrance can make it easier to connect with your driver.
Allow Extra Time
Road closures, event traffic and large pedestrian crowds can all add travel time before and after major events.
We’ll Get You There.
Whether you’re heading to Commonwealth Stadium, Rogers Place, a festival, restaurant or a night out with friends, Yellow Cab is available throughout Edmonton.
Frequently Asked Questions About Edmonton Events in September 2026
Some of the month’s biggest events include Foo Fighters, Cody Johnson, Journey, Bring Me The Horizon, the Edmonton Elks Labour Day Rematch, Kaleido Family Arts Festival, Purple City Music Festival, AsiaFest and the Edmonton International Film Festival.
Foo Fighters are scheduled to perform at Commonwealth Stadium on September 17, 2026, with the concert beginning at 5:30 p.m.
September festivals include Purple City Music Festival, Kaleido Family Arts Festival, Edmonton International Film Festival and AsiaFest, among others.
Yes. The Elks host Calgary on September 12 and Hamilton on September 26 at Commonwealth Stadium.
September 17 is one of the busiest dates of the month, with Foo Fighters at Commonwealth Stadium, Cody Johnson at Rogers Place and Jeru The Damaja at Starlite Room.
You can book Yellow Cab through the Greater Edmonton Yellow Cab app, online, or by calling 780-462-3456.
Yes. Dates, times, venues, road restrictions, ticket requirements and event policies may change. Always check the official event or venue website before beginning your trip.
Event dates, times, venues and admission details may change. Yellow Cab Edmonton is not responsible for schedule changes, cancellations or ticket availability. Check the official event website before making plans.