Enjoy the variety of all-ages entertainment the city has to offer this weekend, from comedy to art shows and dance competitions, or take some time to explore the outdoors.
1 — Catch some local comedy
The Deadly Aunties Comedy Tour presents Snag Saskatoon. In an evening of raucous comedy, three Indigenous comedians talk about motherhood and self love and everything in between. The 19+ show is Friday at the Capitol Music Club at 8 p.m. Learn more on Facebook.
2 — Explore a pop-up art gallery
The Bunkhouse Pop-Up Gallery Program is held at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo bunkhouse. Summer Impressions by SK Printmakers features works by more than 65 Saskatchewan artists, highlighting traditional printmaking methods through the artists’ unique voices. The exhibition is open to the public Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn more at saskatoon.ca or Facebook.
3 — Support local street dancers
Alpha Kids Crew and VibesYQR presents Game Theory V. The breakdance competition and street dance event showcases breaking artists from across Canada and performances from local street dance collectives. There will also be live music, food, market vendors and giveaways. The event runs noon to 6 p.m. Saturday at Cosmo Civic Centre. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
4 — Learn from a portrait project
The Waterlilies Portrait Project is a collaboration between Saskatoon artists and women in Saskatoon who escaped the Taliban in Afghanistan in 2021. The commemorative exhibition features 19 portraits, with the intent of amplifying the newcomers’ voices and bringing attention to the oppression that continues in Afghanistan. The exhibition is open Saturday, Sunday and Aug. 26, noon to 5 p.m., or by appointment through Aug. 26 at 330 Ave. G S. Learn more at 306-664-6476.
