Your Visit
Make the most of your visit to the Freewill Shakespeare Festival! Learn more about how to get to the festival, the show, tips & tricks, and more! Check it out below!
Getting Here
This year, we are travelling to four different locations across the Edmonton area. As we set up in these local communities, we are trying our best to be good neighbours to all. There is limited local street parking, so we highly encourage you to take transit or to walk, roll, or cycle to the festival. There is secure bike parking available on site.
Crestwood Community League
14325 96 Ave NW, Edmonton
June 20 - 23
Lessard Community League
17404 57 Ave NW, Edmonton
July 2 - 7
Kenilworth Community League
7104 87 Ave NW, Edmonton
June 25 - 30
Sherbrooke Community League
13008 122 Ave NW, Edmonton
July 9 - 14
Crestwood
Community League
June 20 - 23
14325 96 Ave NW, Edmonton
Nearby Transit:
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2 (142 Street / 97 Avenue)
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7 (149 Street / 97 Avenue)
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904 (142 Street / 96 Avenue)
Events:
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June 21
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5pm-8:30pm: Food Truck Friday
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June 22
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9am-3:30pm: Coffee by The Colombian Coffee & Roastery
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12pm-3:30pm: Cornerstone BBQ
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6pm-7:30pm: Speaking Shakespeare Workshop
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June 23: Lemonade by Hema's Lemonade
View the full and detailed list of events on our Special Events Calendar.
Nearby Food:
Visit the nearby Crestwood Centre (located a 4 minute walk from the venue) for several delicious restaurants!
Kenilworth
Community League
June 25 - 30
7104 87 Ave NW, Edmonton
Nearby Transit:
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4 (71 Street / 90 Avenue)
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634 (71 Street / 90 Avenue)
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404 (73 Street / 82 Avenue)
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Also, Edmonton On Demand Transit is available, usable through the Edmonton On Demand Transit app.
Events:
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June 25
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6pm-7:30pm: Paper Flower Workshop
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5pm-8:30pm: Hema's Lemonade
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June 28
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5pm-8:30pm: Food Truck Friday
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June 29
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12pm-1:30pm: Paper Flower Workshop
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9am-3:30pm: Coffee by The Colombian Coffee & Roastery
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6pm-7:30pm: Speaking Shakespeare Workshop
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5pm-8:30pm: Drift Food Truck & Catering
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View the full and detailed list of events on our Special Events Calendar.
Nearby Food:
Lessard
Community League
July 2 - 7
17404 57 Ave NW, Edmonton
Nearby Transit:
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918 (175 Street / 57 Avenue)
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910X (175 Street / 57 Avenue)
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913 (178 Street / 59 Avenue)
Events:
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July 2
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6pm-7:30pm: Paper Flower Workshop
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5pm-8:30pm: Hema's Lemonade
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July 4: Hema's Lemonade
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July 5
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5pm-8:30pm: Food Truck Friday
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July 6
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12pm-1:30pm: Paper Flower Workshop
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9am-3:30pm: Coffee by The Colombian Coffee & Roastery
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6pm-7:30pm: Speaking Shakespeare Workshop
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View the full and detailed list of events on our Special Events Calendar.
Nearby Food:
Sherbrooke
Community League
July 9 - 14
13008 122 Ave NW, Edmonton
Nearby Transit:
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124 (129 Street/122 Avenue)
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52 (St. Albert Trail/122 Avenue)
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684 (St. Albert Trail/122 Avenue)
Events:
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July 9
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6pm-7:30pm: Paper Flower Workshop
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5pm-8:30pm: Hema's Lemonade
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July 10 & 11: Hema's Lemonade
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July 12
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5pm-8:30pm: Food Truck Friday
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July 13
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9am-3:30pm: Coffee by The Colombian Coffee & Roastery
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6pm-7:30pm: Speaking Shakespeare Workshop
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July 14: Hema's Lemonade
View the full and detailed list of events on our Special Events Calendar.
The Tempest Content Notes
Prospera, the Duchess of Milan, lives in exile on a desert island after being thrown out of power by her wicked sister. For company, she has only her daughter Miranda, the spirits of the island, and her beloved books. The books are the source of her magic, which she uses to lure her enemies to the island so she can exact revenge. But her plot could destroy Miranda’s happiness, so Prospera must choose between her own anger and her daughter’s future.
There are moments of loud noises and yelling, drinking and actors pretending to be drunk, as well as large puppets. Performers also have entrances through the audience that may be startling. The Tempest contains complex and poetic language and discusses themes of love, revenge, climate change, and magic; suitable for those prepared to handle these elements.
Freewill Tips & Tricks
Here are some helpful tips and tricks to make the most of your 2024 festival experience!
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Bring Your Own Chair
We recommend bringing a cozy chair or blanket from home. A limited number of bleacher seats will also be available.
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Snacks & Drinks Galore
In addition to our concession tent, Blind Enthusiasm returns with drinks, as well as local food trucks available!
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New Show Times
Our matinees start at 1:30 pm and evening shows at 7:30 pm. There are no shows on Monday and Sunday evenings.
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Get A Pass
If you haven’t already, snag a Festival or Groundling Pass and get discounted tickets and other perks.
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Dress for the Weather
We’re in the beautiful outdoors, and with mosquitoes, sun, wind, and possibly rain, you’ll want to be ready.
Need more help? Worried about the 'thee's and 'thou's? Check out our Shakespeare 101 page to learn more!