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Emily Blake·October 26, 2023

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28 2026 Yellowknife Open Beach Volleyball Tournament 2026 Yellowknife Open Beach Volleyball Tournament All Day YK Beach Volleyball Club is running the second annual Yellowknife Open Beach Volleyball Tournament! The tournament will have youth and adult divisions! All teams will be guaranteed 3 games. Register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdftuUGYBnTUWqheyStDsf2eafzq8AorVcKcEx78P_kK_9xBg/viewform or scan the , ... CDETNO INCUBATEUR INTENSIF 48h Top Chrono CDETNO INCUBATEUR INTENSIF 48h Top Chrono 8:30am - 5:00pm Building on the success of its first edition, CDETNO is pleased to announce the second edition of its 48h Top Chrono Intensive Business Incubator, which will take place on June 27 and 28, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the Diamond Plaza building in Yellowknife. This initiative aims to foster entrepreneurship and , ... Family Fun Walk – Diabetes Awareness Family Fun Walk – Diabetes Awareness 9:30am Children, strollers, and dog walkers are all invited to join us for a fun-filled community event promoting healthy living and diabetes awareness. Come and enjoy the socialization, exercise, and community connection while helping raise awareness about diabetes prevention and healthy lifestyles. , ... Fort Smith – St. John’s Sunday Morning Service Fort Smith – St. John’s Sunday Morning Service 11:00am
29 Community Meet & Greet: Niven Lake Ravine Trail Project Community Meet & Greet: Niven Lake Ravine Trail Project 4:00pm - 6:00pm Help Shape the Niven Lake Ravine Trail – Community Meet & Greet #1 Join the project team at the ATCO Aquatic Centre to learn about the project and share your ideas for improving the trail. Your input will help guide future design and upgrades. , ...
30 Coffee & Conversation: Niven Lake Ravine Trail Project Coffee & Conversation: Niven Lake Ravine Trail Project 6:00pm - 8:00pm Help Shape the Niven Lake Ravine Trail – Coffee & Conversation #2 Stop by for a coffee, chat with the project team, and share your feedback on the Niven Lake Ravine Trail Project. We’ll be set up along the trail to raise awareness about the project and hear directly from trail users about their experiences an , ...
1 Canada Day Parade – July 1st 11 AM Canada Day Parade – July 1st 11 AM 11:00am - 12:00pm Public Service Announcement CANADA DAY PARADE Sponsored by The Rotary Club of Yellowknife and True North DATE: July 1, 2026 TIME: 11 AM ROUTE from Aquatic Centre Parking Lot, north on Franklin, east on 48th St. ending at Sir John Franklin School THEME – CELEBRATING SOCCER WITH RHYTHM AND ROOTS QUESTIONS: rotary.yellowk , ... Multicultural Festival Fashion Show Multicultural Festival Fashion Show 11:00am Step into the spotlight and celebrate the beauty of your culture!Do you own a stunning traditional outfit? Are you proud of the colors, patterns, and stories woven into your cultural clothing? This is your chance to shine on stage at the Multicultural Festival Fashion Show.We’re looking for bold, proud, vibrant partici , ... Medicine Wheel & 12 Steps for Adults 19+ Medicine Wheel & 12 Steps for Adults 19+ 6:30pm - 8:00pm In partnership with the Soaring Eagle Friendship Centre, the Northwest Territory Métis Nation Healing & Wellness Program will be hosting a 16 week Cultural Approach to Personal Recovery Program. This program will take place every Wednesday, starting on May 6th, 2026 until August 19th, 2026, from 6:30pm to 8:00pm at , ...
2 Teddy Bear Pop-Up Picnic Teddy Bear Pop-Up Picnic 1:00pm - 3:00pm You’re Invited: Teddy Bear Pop-Up Picnic! Join the NWT Literacy Council and the YKDFN Wellness Team for a fun summer afternoon of storytelling, singing songs, and a scavenger hunt.•When: Thursday, July 2 from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM•Where: Wıìlıìdeh Site (YK River)•What to bring: A picnic blanket and your favorite teddy bear , ... Under the Sea: YPL Summer Reading Club (Ages 9-12) Under the Sea: YPL Summer Reading Club (Ages 9-12) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Join the Summer Reading Club at the Yellowknife Public Library! Make this summer one to remember by signing your kids up for weekly in-person programs filled with fun crafts, games, activities, and great stories. Perfect for children ages 3–12, it’s a chance to learn, create, and make new friends along the way. And don , ...
3 Yellowknife Elks Lodge 314 Charity Golf Tournament Yellowknife Elks Lodge 314 Charity Golf Tournament Join us for our annual charity golf tournament in support of the Yellowknife Elks Lodge. This fun community event brings together participants for a day of golf, prizes, and a silent auction. Funds raised will support programs and initiatives for youth, seniors, and community members. All are welcome to take part or su , ...
4 Arctic Market Arctic Market The Arctic Market has been part of Inuvik for over 10 years and is a great place for everyone to come together. For locals and visitors, the market is a fun way to find handmade items, grab a tasty lunch, and connect with the amazing people in our town. Visitors to the market find many handmade treasures, enjoy local f , ... Lego FIFA Mini Trophy Lego FIFA Mini Trophy 10:00am - 12:00pm Make it, take it and lift it like a champion. Your LEGO® FIFA mini trophy awaits. Come in store to build your very own official LEGO® FIFA mini trophy and take it home for free. In this session, Kids will: Engagement with LEGO play combined with the huge cultural moment of the FIFA World Cup. Learning fine motor , ... Fisherman’s Wharf Fisherman’s Wharf 10:00am - 2:00pm Come and explore our outdoor market, which showcases a number of local vendors who provide residents and visitors alike with fresh fish, produce, baked goods and local arts and crafts. Take a drive down to Vale Island and you will find it situated along the river near all the local fishing boats. Our Fisherman’s Wharf , ... 4th Annual Show n Shine 4th Annual Show n Shine 11:00am - 12:00am Mark it the calendar folks July 4th our annual Show n Shine is gonna be a blast lots of activities live music all day n night plus draws fundraiser for NWT SPCA, if ya came last year and had fun well we gonna be doubled up on the fun plus flash tattooing a piercing what a fun packed day it’s gonna be , ... Afro Wellness – Community Haircut Days Afro Wellness – Community Haircut Days 11:00am - 5:00pm For the month of July every Saturday from 11am to 5pm pull up for a fresh cut and a real conversation. AFRO Wellness, powered by LJJ Barbershop, is creating space for community connection, wellness, and meaningful conversations around mental health and substance use in the Black community. This is more than a haircut — , ... Nerf Gun War & BBQ Nerf Gun War & BBQ NERF WAR & BBQ 2026 Who says growing up means you have to stop having fun? Join us for an afternoon of foam-fueled warfare, great food, cold drinks, and friendly competition. Whether you’re coming to dominate the battlefield, settle old scores with your friends, or simply enjoy a burger while watching the chaos u , ... Sol de la Media Noche Sol de la Media Noche 9:30pm - 12:00am Norte Collective presents Sol de la Media Noche, a unique summer celebration inspired by the energy of Latin culture and the magic of northern nights.Join us at Elks 314 for an evening of Latin house, Afro house, reggaeton, and dance-floor favorites curated by DJ Nimni. Whether you’re coming to dance all night or , ...

5 Fort Smith – St. John’s Sunday Morning Service Fort Smith – St. John’s Sunday Morning Service 11:00am Sol de la Media Noche Sol de la Media Noche 12:00am - 2:00am Norte Collective presents Sol de la Media Noche, a unique summer celebration inspired by the energy of Latin culture and the magic of northern nights.Join us at Elks 314 for an evening of Latin house, Afro house, reggaeton, and dance-floor favorites curated by DJ Nimni. Whether you’re coming to dance all night or , ...
6 Communauté Leadership Pluriel.les Communauté Leadership Pluriel.les 5:30pm - 7:30pm La communauté Leadership Pluriel·les se lance le 6 juillet 2026 au Visitor Centre à Yellowknife. Ce projet pilote mené en partenariat avec le CDÉTNO et le CNF a pour objectif de favoriser le développement du leadership informel, la confiance, le partage d’expériences et la création de liens durables entre participant·e , ...
7 Grief & Loss Support Circles – Hay River Grief & Loss Support Circles – Hay River 1:30pm - 3:00pm Farmers Market Farmers Market 5:15pm - 7:15pm
8 Medicine Wheel & 12 Steps for Adults 19+ Medicine Wheel & 12 Steps for Adults 19+ 6:30pm - 8:00pm In partnership with the Soaring Eagle Friendship Centre, the Northwest Territory Métis Nation Healing & Wellness Program will be hosting a 16 week Cultural Approach to Personal Recovery Program. This program will take place every Wednesday, starting on May 6th, 2026 until August 19th, 2026, from 6:30pm to 8:00pm at , ...
9 Under the Sea: YPL Summer Reading Club (Ages 9-12) Under the Sea: YPL Summer Reading Club (Ages 9-12) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Join the Summer Reading Club at the Yellowknife Public Library! Make this summer one to remember by signing your kids up for weekly in-person programs filled with fun crafts, games, activities, and great stories. Perfect for children ages 3–12, it’s a chance to learn, create, and make new friends along the way. And don , ... Folk On The Rocks Big Shiny Trivia Night Folk On The Rocks Big Shiny Trivia Night 7:00pm Yellowknife – Folk On The Rocks is excited to announce a brand new event in the lead up to the festival!!! FOTR’s Big Shiny Trivia Night will be a night to get to know FOTR’s 2026 lineup and win some fun, exclusive prizes! Prizes include exclusive FOTR merchandise (designed for this event!), special items from RANGE Ma , ...
10 Inner Landscapes Inner Landscapes All Day Join us July 10 for the opening of Inner Landscapes, an all‑women’s exhibition about the thoughts and memories we keep to ourselves. The show features glass mosaics by Vicki Tompkins and Dot Van Vliet, hyper‑real drawings by Lori Warren and photo assemblage by Kirsten Murphy.The exhibition includes a foreword written b , ... Territorial Fastball Championships Territorial Fastball Championships 6:00pm - 12:00am Come down to Tommy Forrest Ball Park for the 2026 NWT Men’s Fastball Championships! Teams from Yellowknife and Hay River will battle it out Friday through Sunday for this year’s crown. Games begin at 6:30 PM on Friday July 10 Finals scheduled at 6:00 PM on Sunday, July 12 Beer gardens open all weekend until , ... DISTRICT 314: MIDNIGHT SUN 🌅 DISTRICT 314: MIDNIGHT SUN 🌅 Due to the excitement surrounding this event, we’ve decided to add another DJ to the lineup to make the night even bigger and better. SNAGGS EV FOX CAMBOLYUS Get ready for a night of: Progressive House Tech House Deep House Hardgroove Whether you’re a longtime fan of electronic music or just looking , ...
11 Arctic Market Arctic Market The Arctic Market has been part of Inuvik for over 10 years and is a great place for everyone to come together. For locals and visitors, the market is a fun way to find handmade items, grab a tasty lunch, and connect with the amazing people in our town. Visitors to the market find many handmade treasures, enjoy local f , ... Fisherman’s Wharf Fisherman’s Wharf 10:00am - 2:00pm Come and explore our outdoor market, which showcases a number of local vendors who provide residents and visitors alike with fresh fish, produce, baked goods and local arts and crafts. Take a drive down to Vale Island and you will find it situated along the river near all the local fishing boats. Our Fisherman’s Wharf , ... Afro Wellness – Community Haircut Days Afro Wellness – Community Haircut Days 11:00am - 5:00pm For the month of July every Saturday from 11am to 5pm pull up for a fresh cut and a real conversation. AFRO Wellness, powered by LJJ Barbershop, is creating space for community connection, wellness, and meaningful conversations around mental health and substance use in the Black community. This is more than a haircut — , ... Desnedé Farmers’ Market Desnedé Farmers’ Market 12:00pm - 2:00pm The Desnedé Farmers Market celebrates food, arts, and crafts in Fort Smith, NWT. The market occurs Saturday’s 12pm – 2pm on the grass by Centennial Arena. From July to the end of September. Established in 2016, Desnedé Farmers Market is something the community looks forward to every summer. It’s a place to gather, conn , ... Inner Landscapes Inner Landscapes All Day Join us July 10 for the opening of Inner Landscapes, an all‑women’s exhibition about the thoughts and memories we keep to ourselves. The show features glass mosaics by Vicki Tompkins and Dot Van Vliet, hyper‑real drawings by Lori Warren and photo assemblage by Kirsten Murphy.The exhibition includes a foreword written b , ... Territorial Fastball Championships Territorial Fastball Championships All Day Come down to Tommy Forrest Ball Park for the 2026 NWT Men’s Fastball Championships! Teams from Yellowknife and Hay River will battle it out Friday through Sunday for this year’s crown. Games begin at 6:30 PM on Friday July 10 Finals scheduled at 6:00 PM on Sunday, July 12 Beer gardens open all weekend until , ... Afro-Caribbean Dance Party Afro-Caribbean Dance Party 10:00pm - 2:00am Afro-Caribbean dance party at The Raven Pub. Afrobeats, dancehall, soca, and reggae all night long. , ...

12 Fort Smith – St. John’s Sunday Morning Service Fort Smith – St. John’s Sunday Morning Service 11:00am Inner Landscapes Inner Landscapes All Day Join us July 10 for the opening of Inner Landscapes, an all‑women’s exhibition about the thoughts and memories we keep to ourselves. The show features glass mosaics by Vicki Tompkins and Dot Van Vliet, hyper‑real drawings by Lori Warren and photo assemblage by Kirsten Murphy.The exhibition includes a foreword written b , ... Territorial Fastball Championships Territorial Fastball Championships 12:00am - 10:30pm Come down to Tommy Forrest Ball Park for the 2026 NWT Men’s Fastball Championships! Teams from Yellowknife and Hay River will battle it out Friday through Sunday for this year’s crown. Games begin at 6:30 PM on Friday July 10 Finals scheduled at 6:00 PM on Sunday, July 12 Beer gardens open all weekend until , ...
13 Inner Landscapes Inner Landscapes All Day Join us July 10 for the opening of Inner Landscapes, an all‑women’s exhibition about the thoughts and memories we keep to ourselves. The show features glass mosaics by Vicki Tompkins and Dot Van Vliet, hyper‑real drawings by Lori Warren and photo assemblage by Kirsten Murphy.The exhibition includes a foreword written b , ... DSP Masterclass DSP Masterclass 7:00pm - 8:00pm This 30-minute webinar provides a comprehensive introduction to how Digital Service Providers (DSPs) function within an independent artist’s release ecosystem. The presentation highlights the core operational areas artists can directly control, including metadata accuracy, distributor setup, and profile optimisat , ...
14 Inner Landscapes Inner Landscapes All Day Join us July 10 for the opening of Inner Landscapes, an all‑women’s exhibition about the thoughts and memories we keep to ourselves. The show features glass mosaics by Vicki Tompkins and Dot Van Vliet, hyper‑real drawings by Lori Warren and photo assemblage by Kirsten Murphy.The exhibition includes a foreword written b , ... Farmers Market Farmers Market 5:15pm - 7:15pm
15 YPL Meditation Group YPL Meditation Group 12:00pm - 1:00pm Take a break from the busyness of your day and join us for a free lunchtime meditation session. Enjoy a moment of stillness, gain fresh perspective, and recharge in a calm and welcoming environment. No experience needed. Everyone is welcome! , ... Inner Landscapes Inner Landscapes All Day Join us July 10 for the opening of Inner Landscapes, an all‑women’s exhibition about the thoughts and memories we keep to ourselves. The show features glass mosaics by Vicki Tompkins and Dot Van Vliet, hyper‑real drawings by Lori Warren and photo assemblage by Kirsten Murphy.The exhibition includes a foreword written b , ... Medicine Wheel & 12 Steps for Adults 19+ Medicine Wheel & 12 Steps for Adults 19+ 6:30pm - 8:00pm In partnership with the Soaring Eagle Friendship Centre, the Northwest Territory Métis Nation Healing & Wellness Program will be hosting a 16 week Cultural Approach to Personal Recovery Program. This program will take place every Wednesday, starting on May 6th, 2026 until August 19th, 2026, from 6:30pm to 8:00pm at , ...
16 Under the Sea: YPL Summer Reading Club (Ages 9-12) Under the Sea: YPL Summer Reading Club (Ages 9-12) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Join the Summer Reading Club at the Yellowknife Public Library! Make this summer one to remember by signing your kids up for weekly in-person programs filled with fun crafts, games, activities, and great stories. Perfect for children ages 3–12, it’s a chance to learn, create, and make new friends along the way. And don , ... Summer Gold Rush Summer Gold Rush 10:00pm
17 Folk On The Rocks 46th Annual Music Festival Folk On The Rocks 46th Annual Music Festival All Day Overview Dance under the midnight sun at the 46th Annual Folks On The Rocks Music Festival, happening from July 17-19, 2026! Folk On The Rocks 46th Annual Music Festival – July 17-19, 2026 Join us for the 46th Annual Folk On The Rocks Music Festival, happening from July 17th to 19th, 2026! Get ready for a , ... Summer Gold Rush Summer Gold Rush All Day
18 Fort Smith – Men´s Breakfast Fort Smith – Men´s Breakfast 8:00am - 8:30am Folk On The Rocks 46th Annual Music Festival Folk On The Rocks 46th Annual Music Festival All Day Overview Dance under the midnight sun at the 46th Annual Folks On The Rocks Music Festival, happening from July 17-19, 2026! Folk On The Rocks 46th Annual Music Festival – July 17-19, 2026 Join us for the 46th Annual Folk On The Rocks Music Festival, happening from July 17th to 19th, 2026! Get ready for a , ... Arctic Market Arctic Market The Arctic Market has been part of Inuvik for over 10 years and is a great place for everyone to come together. For locals and visitors, the market is a fun way to find handmade items, grab a tasty lunch, and connect with the amazing people in our town. Visitors to the market find many handmade treasures, enjoy local f , ... Fisherman’s Wharf Fisherman’s Wharf 10:00am - 2:00pm Come and explore our outdoor market, which showcases a number of local vendors who provide residents and visitors alike with fresh fish, produce, baked goods and local arts and crafts. Take a drive down to Vale Island and you will find it situated along the river near all the local fishing boats. Our Fisherman’s Wharf , ... Afro Wellness – Community Haircut Days Afro Wellness – Community Haircut Days 11:00am - 5:00pm For the month of July every Saturday from 11am to 5pm pull up for a fresh cut and a real conversation. AFRO Wellness, powered by LJJ Barbershop, is creating space for community connection, wellness, and meaningful conversations around mental health and substance use in the Black community. This is more than a haircut — , ... Desnedé Farmers’ Market Desnedé Farmers’ Market 12:00pm - 2:00pm The Desnedé Farmers Market celebrates food, arts, and crafts in Fort Smith, NWT. The market occurs Saturday’s 12pm – 2pm on the grass by Centennial Arena. From July to the end of September. Established in 2016, Desnedé Farmers Market is something the community looks forward to every summer. It’s a place to gather, conn , ... Summer Gold Rush Summer Gold Rush 12:00am

19 Folk On The Rocks 46th Annual Music Festival Folk On The Rocks 46th Annual Music Festival All Day Overview Dance under the midnight sun at the 46th Annual Folks On The Rocks Music Festival, happening from July 17-19, 2026! Folk On The Rocks 46th Annual Music Festival – July 17-19, 2026 Join us for the 46th Annual Folk On The Rocks Music Festival, happening from July 17th to 19th, 2026! Get ready for a , ... Fort Smith – St. John’s Sunday Morning Service Fort Smith – St. John’s Sunday Morning Service 11:00am Inuvialuit Together Tour Inuvialuit Together Tour 11:00am - 3:00pm Drum dancing, country foods and culture. Join us on our Yellowknife stop and meet some of the corporate group staff and our chair, Erwin Elias, and learn how IRC is supporting Inuvialuit living away from the ISR. , ... Women in Music Canada North Chapter Launch Women in Music Canada North Chapter Launch 5:00pm - 7:00pm Women In Music Canada (WIMC) is excited to launch Women in Music Canada North, expanding our northern community to include Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut! Join WIMC and Music NWT for an evening of connection and celebration with artists, music professionals, and supporters from across the North. Thur , ...
20 Classic Movie Monday – Network (1976) Classic Movie Monday – Network (1976) 6:00pm - 8:00pm Network (1976)Monday July 20, 20266:00PMRating: RLength: 2hr 1m After a news anchor has a breakdown on national television, the network attempts to profit from the man’s increasingly popular ravings. Directed by Sidney Lumet and the winner of 4 Academy awards, the film has been selected for preservation by the Library , ...
21 Grief & Loss Support Circles – Hay River Grief & Loss Support Circles – Hay River 1:30pm - 3:00pm Farmers Market Farmers Market 5:15pm - 7:15pm
22 YPL Meditation Group YPL Meditation Group 12:00pm - 1:00pm Take a break from the busyness of your day and join us for a free lunchtime meditation session. Enjoy a moment of stillness, gain fresh perspective, and recharge in a calm and welcoming environment. No experience needed. Everyone is welcome! , ... Medicine Wheel & 12 Steps for Adults 19+ Medicine Wheel & 12 Steps for Adults 19+ 6:30pm - 8:00pm In partnership with the Soaring Eagle Friendship Centre, the Northwest Territory Métis Nation Healing & Wellness Program will be hosting a 16 week Cultural Approach to Personal Recovery Program. This program will take place every Wednesday, starting on May 6th, 2026 until August 19th, 2026, from 6:30pm to 8:00pm at , ...
23 NWT Culinary Festival NWT Culinary Festival All Day The NWT Culinary Festival is an annual celebration of everything grown, harvested, caught, and crafted right here in the Northwest Territories. Organized by the Territorial Agrifood Association, the festival brings together local chefs, producers, growers, and food lovers for four extraordinary days in Yellowknife. F , ... Under the Sea: YPL Summer Reading Club (Ages 9-12) Under the Sea: YPL Summer Reading Club (Ages 9-12) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Join the Summer Reading Club at the Yellowknife Public Library! Make this summer one to remember by signing your kids up for weekly in-person programs filled with fun crafts, games, activities, and great stories. Perfect for children ages 3–12, it’s a chance to learn, create, and make new friends along the way. And don , ... Kam Lake Area Development Plan and Zoning Public Open House Kam Lake Area Development Plan and Zoning Public Open House 6:00pm - 7:30pm The City of Yellowknife is inviting residents to attend a public open house to learn about the proposed Kam Lake Area Development Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment. The event will provide residents with an opportunity to learn more about the proposed Kam Lake Area Development Plan and Zoning, including how the draft con , ... First 100 People Swim Free First 100 People Swim Free 6:30pm - 8:30pm The City of Yellowknife extends its sincere thanks to the UNW Local 11 (health care workers from Stanton and Liwegoati) for supporting an evening of health and wellness public swim at the ATCO Aquatic Centre. Thanks to their generous sponsorship, the first 100 swimmers will receive free admission on Thursday, July 23, , ...
24 NWT Culinary Festival NWT Culinary Festival All Day The NWT Culinary Festival is an annual celebration of everything grown, harvested, caught, and crafted right here in the Northwest Territories. Organized by the Territorial Agrifood Association, the festival brings together local chefs, producers, growers, and food lovers for four extraordinary days in Yellowknife. F , ... Northwestern Invitational Fastball Championship Northwestern Invitational Fastball Championship All Day Sounds of Summer Somba K’e Concert Series Sounds of Summer Somba K’e Concert Series 12:00pm - 1:00pm The City of Yellowknife is proud to announce the return of our Sounds of Summer Free Concert Series. Join us at Somba K’e Civic Plaza every Friday beginning July 24th, and running until August 28th, for free music in the park from 12 PM-1 PM. Bring a lawn chair, good vibes and enjoy music from our local talent. , ... YPL Ukulele Choir YPL Ukulele Choir 12:00pm - 1:00pm Looking for a fun way to spend your afternoon? Join us for a relaxed and welcoming ukulele workshop where you’ll learn, laugh, and make music together. Whether you’re picking up a ukulele for the very first time or already know a few chords, this workshop is for you. Beginners are especially encouraged to c , ... Cube Robots STEAM Workshop (Ages 8-11) Cube Robots STEAM Workshop (Ages 8-11) 1:30pm - 3:30pm Build, Create, and Explore with Robots! Do you love building things and discovering how they work? Join us for a free hands-on robotics experience where children ages 8–11 will design and build simple robots that can respond to their environment. Young builders will have the chance to explore creativity, problem-solvin , ... Cyanotypes (Sun Prints) Cyanotypes (Sun Prints) 6:00pm - 9:00pm Join us for a hands-on cyanotype (sunprint) workshop where you’ll create beautiful blue-toned prints using natural materials and sunlight. Cyanotypes are a photographic printing process that uses UV light to produce striking blue images. No experience needed. We’ll start by learning how to mix and coat your own paper w , ...
25 The Underground Presents: Glamour Alley The Underground Presents: Glamour Alley All Day Glamour Alley is a regular burlesque event put on by TeaseVanGams held at the Underground! The name Glamour Alley is an ode to Yellowknife’s original red light district in the 40’s. Glamour Alley showcases a variety of burlesque genres and styles! Our goal is to increase performance opportunities and increase community , ... Ptarmicon 2026: Now at Community Arena Ptarmicon 2026: Now at Community Arena All Day NWT Culinary Festival NWT Culinary Festival All Day The NWT Culinary Festival is an annual celebration of everything grown, harvested, caught, and crafted right here in the Northwest Territories. Organized by the Territorial Agrifood Association, the festival brings together local chefs, producers, growers, and food lovers for four extraordinary days in Yellowknife. F , ... Northwestern Invitational Fastball Championship Northwestern Invitational Fastball Championship All Day Arctic Market Arctic Market The Arctic Market has been part of Inuvik for over 10 years and is a great place for everyone to come together. For locals and visitors, the market is a fun way to find handmade items, grab a tasty lunch, and connect with the amazing people in our town. Visitors to the market find many handmade treasures, enjoy local f , ... Fisherman’s Wharf Fisherman’s Wharf 10:00am - 2:00pm Come and explore our outdoor market, which showcases a number of local vendors who provide residents and visitors alike with fresh fish, produce, baked goods and local arts and crafts. Take a drive down to Vale Island and you will find it situated along the river near all the local fishing boats. Our Fisherman’s Wharf , ... Afro Wellness – Community Haircut Days Afro Wellness – Community Haircut Days 11:00am - 5:00pm For the month of July every Saturday from 11am to 5pm pull up for a fresh cut and a real conversation. AFRO Wellness, powered by LJJ Barbershop, is creating space for community connection, wellness, and meaningful conversations around mental health and substance use in the Black community. This is more than a haircut — , ... Desnedé Farmers’ Market Desnedé Farmers’ Market 12:00pm - 2:00pm The Desnedé Farmers Market celebrates food, arts, and crafts in Fort Smith, NWT. The market occurs Saturday’s 12pm – 2pm on the grass by Centennial Arena. From July to the end of September. Established in 2016, Desnedé Farmers Market is something the community looks forward to every summer. It’s a place to gather, conn , ... YPL Knitting Club YPL Knitting Club 1:00pm - 3:00pm Join our welcoming knitting community, where creativity, conversation, and connection come alive. Whether you’re an experienced knitter or picking up the needles for the very first time, this group is open to all ages and skill levels. We provide yarn and knitting needles, so all you need to bring is yourself. Ev , ... The Amapiano Affair The Amapiano Affair 10:00pm - 12:00am Something new is coming to Yellowknife. Introducing The Amapiano Affair, a night dedicated to good music, good energy, and unforgettable vibes. Get ready for the infectious sounds of Amapiano, Afrobeats, and Afro-House as we bring together music lovers, dancers, and vibe seekers for an experience unlike any other. Musi , ...

26 Ptarmicon 2026: Now at Community Arena Ptarmicon 2026: Now at Community Arena All Day NWT Culinary Festival NWT Culinary Festival All Day The NWT Culinary Festival is an annual celebration of everything grown, harvested, caught, and crafted right here in the Northwest Territories. Organized by the Territorial Agrifood Association, the festival brings together local chefs, producers, growers, and food lovers for four extraordinary days in Yellowknife. F , ... Northwestern Invitational Fastball Championship Northwestern Invitational Fastball Championship All Day Fort Smith – St. John’s Sunday Morning Service Fort Smith – St. John’s Sunday Morning Service 11:00am The Amapiano Affair The Amapiano Affair 12:00am - 2:00am Something new is coming to Yellowknife. Introducing The Amapiano Affair, a night dedicated to good music, good energy, and unforgettable vibes. Get ready for the infectious sounds of Amapiano, Afrobeats, and Afro-House as we bring together music lovers, dancers, and vibe seekers for an experience unlike any other. Musi , ...
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28 Farmers Market Farmers Market 5:15pm - 7:15pm Life Drawing: Drag Edition with Fuzzy Lemons Life Drawing: Drag Edition with Fuzzy Lemons 6:00pm - 9:00pm Join us for a special Drag Edition of Life Drawing at Makerspace YK, featuring local drag artist Fuzzy Lemons as our model. This relaxed, welcoming session is a chance to practice gesture, character, and portrait drawing while celebrating creativity and self-expression. Artists of all experience levels are welcome, fro , ... Iron Kingdom + W.M.D. Iron Kingdom + W.M.D. 7:00 PM MDT Steadily Deadly Events & Nostalgics Presents: IRON KINGDOM + W.M.D. w/Guests: PARTS Doors: 7:00PM Show: 7:30PM Tickets: $25 +Fee’s – Early Bird (ON-SALE NOW!) $30 +Fee’s – General Admission (ADVANCED) $35 At the Door 19+ Event , ...
29 YPL Meditation Group YPL Meditation Group 12:00pm - 1:00pm Take a break from the busyness of your day and join us for a free lunchtime meditation session. Enjoy a moment of stillness, gain fresh perspective, and recharge in a calm and welcoming environment. No experience needed. Everyone is welcome! , ... Virtual Full Circle Birth Class Virtual Full Circle Birth Class 1:00pm - 4:00pm Join Us for Our Full Circle Prenatal Class! Prepare for birth and the postpartum journey with our comprehensive Full Circle Prenatal Class. Date: July 29, 2026 Time: 1:00–4:00 PM Format: Virtual (the meeting link will be provided upon registration) This approximately 3-hour class covers: Prenatal preparation Labour a , ... Medicine Wheel & 12 Steps for Adults 19+ Medicine Wheel & 12 Steps for Adults 19+ 6:30pm - 8:00pm In partnership with the Soaring Eagle Friendship Centre, the Northwest Territory Métis Nation Healing & Wellness Program will be hosting a 16 week Cultural Approach to Personal Recovery Program. This program will take place every Wednesday, starting on May 6th, 2026 until August 19th, 2026, from 6:30pm to 8:00pm at , ...
30 Under the Sea: YPL Summer Reading Club (Ages 9-12) Under the Sea: YPL Summer Reading Club (Ages 9-12) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Join the Summer Reading Club at the Yellowknife Public Library! Make this summer one to remember by signing your kids up for weekly in-person programs filled with fun crafts, games, activities, and great stories. Perfect for children ages 3–12, it’s a chance to learn, create, and make new friends along the way. And don , ...
31 Midway Lake Festival Midway Lake Festival All Day Taking place in early August, near Fort McPherson, NWT, the Midway Lake Festival marks its 41st anniversary as a cherished celebration of Gwich’in culture, music, and community. This alcohol-free, family-friendly gathering features traditional fiddling, square dancing, jigging contests, canoe races, and nightly jam ses , ... Ribfest 2026 Ribfest 2026 All Day Sounds of Summer Somba K’e Concert Series Sounds of Summer Somba K’e Concert Series 12:00pm - 1:00pm The City of Yellowknife is proud to announce the return of our Sounds of Summer Free Concert Series. Join us at Somba K’e Civic Plaza every Friday beginning July 24th, and running until August 28th, for free music in the park from 12 PM-1 PM. Bring a lawn chair, good vibes and enjoy music from our local talent. , ... Salt River First Nation Treaty Land Entitlement Celebration Salt River First Nation Treaty Land Entitlement Celebration All Day Mark Your Calendar: July 31 – August 1 24th Annual Treaty Land Entitlement Celebration Huge prize and cash giveaways More details to come , ... Old Town Ramble & Ride Festival Kick Off Concert Old Town Ramble & Ride Festival Kick Off Concert 6:00pm - 10:00pm Help us kick off the Old Town Ramble & Ride with a concert filled with talent and passion. Join us at the Down to Earthy Gallery outdoor stage. , ...
1 Arctic Market Arctic Market The Arctic Market has been part of Inuvik for over 10 years and is a great place for everyone to come together. For locals and visitors, the market is a fun way to find handmade items, grab a tasty lunch, and connect with the amazing people in our town. Visitors to the market find many handmade treasures, enjoy local f , ... Slave River Paddle Fest Slave River Paddle Fest Paddlefest is a celebration of the Slave River, one of the world’s best lesser-known whitewater paddling destinations. In Fort Smith, we are blessed to have access to this beautiful and mighty river, where pelicans and paddlers of all skill levels come to play in the world-class whitewater for the August long weekend. , ... Midway Lake Festival Midway Lake Festival All Day Taking place in early August, near Fort McPherson, NWT, the Midway Lake Festival marks its 41st anniversary as a cherished celebration of Gwich’in culture, music, and community. This alcohol-free, family-friendly gathering features traditional fiddling, square dancing, jigging contests, canoe races, and nightly jam ses , ... Fisherman’s Wharf Fisherman’s Wharf 10:00am - 2:00pm Come and explore our outdoor market, which showcases a number of local vendors who provide residents and visitors alike with fresh fish, produce, baked goods and local arts and crafts. Take a drive down to Vale Island and you will find it situated along the river near all the local fishing boats. Our Fisherman’s Wharf , ... Ribfest 2026 Ribfest 2026 All Day Desnedé Farmers’ Market Desnedé Farmers’ Market 12:00pm - 2:00pm The Desnedé Farmers Market celebrates food, arts, and crafts in Fort Smith, NWT. The market occurs Saturday’s 12pm – 2pm on the grass by Centennial Arena. From July to the end of September. Established in 2016, Desnedé Farmers Market is something the community looks forward to every summer. It’s a place to gather, conn , ... Salt River First Nation Treaty Land Entitlement Celebration Salt River First Nation Treaty Land Entitlement Celebration All Day Mark Your Calendar: July 31 – August 1 24th Annual Treaty Land Entitlement Celebration Huge prize and cash giveaways More details to come , ...