How To Celebrate International Women’s Day in Edmonton

This March 8th is International Women's Day. Here are a few events to celebrate at in YEG
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International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate the accomplishments of women, reflect on the progress made towards gender equality, and take action to create a more inclusive world. In Edmonton, there are many ways to mark this important day; whether you want to have a self care day, participate in a workshop or activity, or simply spend time with the women in your life.

We’ve rounded up just some of the things to do in and around Edmonton this year for International Women’s Day this March 8th.

SkirtsAFire HerArts Festival

SkirtsAfire is a 10 day theatre and multidisciplinary arts offering that empowers, develops, supports and showcases women and non-binary artists.

Location: Various venues in Edmonton

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Women of Folkways

Local luminaries Mallory Chipman, Audrey Ochoa, Shima Robinson, and host Dana Wylie will highlight the Folkways Records collection, telling some of its lesser-known stories and featuring the work of women in jazz, spoken word, ethnomusicology, zoomusicology, and of course…there’ll be plenty of folk!

Location: Parkview Community Hall, 9135 146 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5R 4L5

Date: March 11

Price: $27 – $32

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The Hazeldean International Womens Day Market

The moms, the business owners, the side hustles and so much more! These women are proud of their accomplishments and they want to share their passion with you! Shop and support the women of our community.

Location: Hazeldean Community league, 9630 66ave, Edmonton AB

Date: March 11

Price: Free

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Women of Folkways

Local luminaries Mallory Chipman, Audrey Ochoa, Shima Robinson, and host Dana Wylie will highlight the Folkways Records collection, telling some of its lesser-known stories and featuring the work of women in jazz, spoken word, ethnomusicology, zoomusicology, and of course…there’ll be plenty of folk!

Location: Parkview Community Hall, 9135 146 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5R 4L5

Date: March 11

Price: $27 – $32

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2023 International Women’s Day Women + Wealth Gala

This event is hosted by Women & Wealth Inc, a not-for-profit organization that holds events on International Women’s Day to empower, inspire and support women across Canada who are, or are on their way to becoming, confident and passionate leaders of our businesses, organizations, governments, schools, and communities. Together, we seek to help close the gender gap and promote gender equality within our society.

Location: Edmonton Convention Centre, 9797 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5J 1N9

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The Hazeldean International Womens Day Market

The moms, the business owners, the side hustles and so much more! These women are proud of their accomplishments and they want to share their passion with you! Shop and support the women of our community.

Location: Hazeldean Community league, 9630 66ave, Edmonton AB

Date: March 11

Price: Free

Learn More

Women of Folkways

Local luminaries Mallory Chipman, Audrey Ochoa, Shima Robinson, and host Dana Wylie will highlight the Folkways Records collection, telling some of its lesser-known stories and featuring the work of women in jazz, spoken word, ethnomusicology, zoomusicology, and of course…there’ll be plenty of folk!

Location: Parkview Community Hall, 9135 146 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5R 4L5

Date: March 11

Price: $27 – $32

Buy online

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