Edmonton Journal has reported:

Edmonton will host rodeo events, arts festivals and family activities over the Thanksgiving long weekend, while city services and attractions will operate on holiday schedules Monday, Oct. 12. Canada’s Thanksgiving falls on that date, and the forecast as of Friday called for highs ranging from 9 C to 1 C, with rain turning to wet snow. Travellers planning to drive in Alberta were advised to check the forecast before leaving.

Edmonton Transit buses and LRT will run Sunday service on Oct. 12. Riders can check the ETS trip planner for route schedules. Edmonton Public Library branches will be closed, while on-street parking in EPark zones will be free for the holiday.

All city leisure centres will open Monday except Central Lions. Edmonton malls will also be open, operating with holiday hours. Many attractions will welcome visitors, but the Art Gallery of Alberta and Fort Edmonton Park will be closed; the John Janzen Nature Centre and Telus World of Science remain closed for repairs related to flooding.

The Alberta Aviation Museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Edmonton Valley Zoo’s hours will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., while the Muttart Conservatory will open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Royal Alberta Museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors to the High Level Bridge Streetcar are directed to check its website for operating times.

The Canadian Finals Rodeo and CFR Week runs Oct. 7 to 10 at Rogers Place. The week wraps up Saturday with a family day featuring games, crafts, play areas and other activities. Alongside the regular rodeo festivities, the Saturday schedule includes Lasso Your Love, a singles event hosted by Chris and Baillie Scheetz of the Talking Scheetz Podcast.

Saturday’s CFR activities will also feature photo-op stations, a mechanical bull, a food truck, games and displays. Entertainment will include Andrea Nixon and Cronic Dawgs. More information is available online.

The Cinch Canadian Country Expo and Tradeshow runs Oct. 6 to 11 at the Edmonton Expo Centre alongside CFR. Through Sunday, visitors can attend the BYOB Bull Battle, which combines bull riding and freestyle bullfighting, as well as the Canadian Ranch Sorting Finals, Team Roping and the Canadian Youth Rodeo Championship. The event also includes a trade show and other events and entertainment, with further information available online.

Cirque Italia’s Water Circus Nautilus is scheduled for Oct. 9 to 19 at West Edmonton Mall. The show features a water stage holding 35,000 gallons, with performers including aerial acts and contortionists. Tickets and more information are available online.

Pumpkins After Dark continues at Borden Park through Oct. 31. The annual event features illuminated pumpkin displays across the grounds, along with entertainment, treats and beverages. Details are available online.

The 17th Rubaboo Indigenous Arts Festival concludes this weekend, through Oct. 11, at various locations. Its closing program includes an art exhibit, cabaret, performances, a fashion show and a wrap-up party. Further information is available online.