Come and explore Blatchford! You’re invited to tour this leading-edge, planet-friendly central neighbourhood, visit its beautiful green-built show homes, talk to builders and enjoy food trucks, free ice cream, live music and family friendly activities – including prizes!
When: Saturday, Sept. 7 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Littlewood Park
Getting Here: Parking and Travel Routes
By car: On the event day, a portion of Blatchford Road will be closed, as well as a small portion of Control Tower Way. Attendees are encouraged to park at the Edmonton Inn in the rear lot facing Airport Road, closest to Blatchford entrance. You can access the lot via the northeast entry point – turn off Kingsway onto Airport Road at Chateau Nova and then turn right just before you get to the road construction barricade.
By bike: Lock your bike up at one of the bike stands along the Alpha Boulevard bike lane.
By LRT: Get off at the NAIT/Blatchford Market stop. Walk to Littlewood Park by following Princess Elizabeth Avenue NW and Kingsway NW to Airport Road.
By bus: edmonton.ca/edmonton-transit-system-ets
What To See and Do
Show Homes
- Encore – 8079 Cedric Mah Road
- Landmark – 7704 Yorke Mews
- NX Build – 7204 Adair Road
Community Tour
Join a 40-minute guided tour, leaving from the Blatchford tent. Three time options:
- 11:30 a.m.
- 1 p.m.
- 2:30 p.m.
Community Passport
Pick up your passport at the Blatchford table. Collect 5 stamps at locations throughout the event and receive a free food truck ticket (tickets available until food trucks sell out).
Food Trucks
Live Music
- Josh Sahunta from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Lindsey Walker from 1 p.m.-2 p.m.
- Kootenay Pass from 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
For the Kids
Enjoy event favourites like face painting and bouncy castle!
Photo Contest
Snap a photo at these scenic spots during the Blatchford block party on Sept. 7, 2024 (look for the teal signs):
Photo Stops:
- Tomato Park (Blatchford Road)
- Rooftop patio (Encore show home – 8079 Cedric Mah Road)
- ‘Arrival Gate’ entrance installation (Airport Road)
- Stormwater pond viewing deck (follow the trail)
Take a photo, post it, and tag us on Instagram @blatchfordyeg to be entered for a chance to win a $250 gift card to Real Canadian Superstore. Each tagged photo gets you an entry. See full contest terms and conditions, here.