Start counting down the hours. We're so close to being done this work week and we think it's time for you to take a break and think about all the fun things you want to do during your days off. To help you out, we found things to do in Edmonton this weekend. TGIW. Hump day means we're so close to being free from our work obligations. From meetings to phonecalls and assignments, we've done it all but now it's time to have a brain break. Editor's Choice: Here's Every Woman Offset Was Allegedly Cheating On Cardi B With Because... There's A Lot The weekend is literally around the corner and there's no time like the present to start planning what you want to do. You only have two days off, after all, so you need to make the most of it. From adrenaline-filled day trips to romantic gestures, we came up with eight things you need to complete this weekend. Whether you do all or one of these things, you're bound to have the time of your life. Now, get out the day planner. Don't worry your boss won't see. Jurassic Forest Price: $15 Address: 2-23210 Township Rd. 564, Gibbons, AB Why You Need To Go: Cue the Jurassic Park theme song. This hidden park has over the top replicas of some of the world’s most talked-about species. You’ll seriously feel like a kid again as you walk down the trail and it’s worth every moment. View this post on Instagram Made a few new friends yesterday A post shared by Michelle Barchacki (@michelle.barchacki) on Jun 17, 2020 at 9:07am PDT Website Watch the Sunset Why You Need To Go: There are tons of cute places around the city to watch the sunset. And during the fall, the sunsets really light up. Just be sure to take a camera and a picnic blanket wherever you go. View this post on Instagram We were out at a memorial for my brother Brian tonight and when we were heading home I had to stop to take a photo of downtown Edmonton across the river valley. Brian always did love a great sunset! #yeg #yegsunset #downtownyeg #edmonton #downtownedmonton #edmontonsunset #edmontonalberta A post shared by Sam W 🇨🇦🐘🎨🐑 (@sammy1999) on Aug 16, 2020 at 9:26pm PDT Website River Valley Swing Address: 10843-10727 75 St. N.W., Edmonton, AB Why You Need To Go: There’s a hidden swing that'll leave you soaring over some gorgeously clear water. Just because summer is over doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the great outdoors. Now is the perfect time because the trail won’t be overrun by tourists. View this post on Instagram Editing this picture in the car🙈 Not a fancy picture as this place deserves. i am dirty, and muddy but very happy of what we did . Fixing this swing was an absolute joy😍 Thank you my husband for helping me doing it 😘 If you went there please send me your photos id love to share👍 enjoyyy swinging. If you dont knw what im talking about...check my highlight River Valley⬆️⬆️ #rivervalleyswing #edmontonliving #edmontonalberta #edmontonadventures #hiddenswing #edmontongem #cbcedmonton #curiousityedmonton #explorepage #exploreedmonton #hijabfashion #fallportraits #canadahijab #canadablogger #canadian A post shared by Inaam Itani إنعام عيتاني (@inaamitanii) on Sep 5, 2020 at 1:09pm PDT Website Prairie Gardens & Adventure Farm Price: $30+ Address: 56311 Lily Lake Rd., Bon Accord, AB Why You Need To Go: Fall is about doing all the cliche fall activities. Prairie Gardens has a pumpkin patch, corn maze, and a sunflower garden for you to enjoy. Don't listen to anyone, it's never too early to carve a pumpkin. View this post on Instagram Yes guys, the pumpkin was pretty heavy. 🤣 I hope everyone’s having a fun October. What fall activities did you guys do so far? 🧡 . . . . . . . #travel #lifestyleyeg #photoblogger #fashionblogger #travelinspiration #travelcanada #travelinfluencer #girlpower #instagood #photooftheday #dailytravel #travelingNextLevel #travelblogger #travelphotos #travelmore #womantravel #travelmorebabe #girlpowertravel #travelgirl #travelislife #yeginfluencer #canadainfluencer #travelstribe #travelbloggervibes #travelispower #fashioninspiration #hauntedpumpkinfestival #prariefarm #falloutfit A post shared by Michelle 🌻 Style • Travel (@michiewanders) on Oct 20, 2019 at 8:32pm PDT Website The Princess Theatre Address: 10337 82 Ave., Edmonton, AB Why You Need To Go: There are tons of haunted places in Alberta, and one of the best is right here in Edmonton. The Princess Theatre was a classic in the early 1900s but apparently, someone in a white wedding dress lurks the halls. See if you can spot her. View this post on Instagram The theme this morning is playing tourist in your own city. This is the @princesstheatre which holds a lot of great memories for so many of us. A post shared by Shawna Lemay (@transactionswithbeauty) on Aug 2, 2020 at 10:11am PDT Website Rent a Cabana Price: $225+ Address: 8882 170 St. N.W., Edmonton, AB Why You Need To Go: We may not be able to fly to Las Vegas but that doesn’t mean we can’t party like we’re there. You can book cabanas at West ED’s pool and they aren’t that expensive when you split the cost with all your friends. Water sliding just got even more fun. View this post on Instagram Vibes are always good at your own exclusive oasis in World Waterpark! 😎🌊 . . . #wem #exploreedmonton #explorewem #westedmontonmall #wested #yeg #edmonton #yeggers #alberta #yeglocal #canada #yegbusiness #yeglife #yegevents #yegliving #edmontonliving #yegbiz #yegdt #yegmoms #yegkids #yegfamily #yegshopping #yegphotography #travelalberta #beachdays #WorldWaterpark A post shared by West Edmonton Mall (@official_wem) on Jul 27, 2020 at 12:18pm PDT Website Glenora Staircase Address: Fortway Dr. N.W., Edmonton, AB Why You Need To Go: Skip the gym and hit up this staircase. It’s a serious cardio workout and you don’t need to pay any membership fee. Trust us, you’ll want to bring a water bottle. View this post on Instagram | C A R D I O | 🏃🏼♀️🚲 One of my favourite exercises is running stairs, but; I also LOVE spin/cycling - I’m teaching tomorrow 6:00am @goodlifefitness in St Albert - come ride with me ✌🏼 📷: @nicole.danielle.photography #comeridewithme #spinclass #goodlife #fitnessmotivation #fitnessinstructor #fitness #fitfam #goodlifefitness #cardio #cycling #yegfit A post shared by JACLYN BAILLIE ➖YEG REALTOR® (@jaclyn.baillie) on Aug 22, 2018 at 10:06pm PDT Website Free Movies Address: 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square N.W., Edmonton, AB Why You Need To Go: Who needs Netflix when you have a library card? The Edmonton library card will give you access to Hoopla which is flooded with amazing content. You can even watch Hamilton. View this post on Instagram Your Friendly Neighbourhood Librarian 💁🏼♀️ #nailedit A post shared by ex libris (@librarydiaries) on Jun 18, 2019 at 12:09pm PDT Website
