Inside Edmonton - May 12, 2023

What’s happening You have until midnight on May 18th to purchase your 2023 Full House Lottery ticket! This year’s incredible prize pool features two stunning dream homes, each with their own showstopping details. The first grand prize dream home is valued at $2.4 million and is built by Averton Homes. This home’s highlight feature? A luxurious central courtyard that brings in a ton of gorgeous natural light into the spectacular residence! Legacy Signature Homes is the builder behind the second grand prize dream home, which is valued at $1.7 million and offers a chic English Cottage aesthetic. The dreaminess doesn’t end with stunning homes – the impressive prize pool is full of amazing items and experiences, with the lowest prize valued at $1,000! Buying a Full House Lottery ticket isn’t just a chance to win, it’s also the opportunity to help provide vital funding for world-class care at the two largest hospitals in Northern Alberta - the Royal Alex and University Hospitals. Lottery License Numbers: 618080, 618082, 618081. For more information, including official rules and draw details visit fullhouse.ca

Countdown to Summer: Event Edit

Summer is almost here, and Edmonton is gearing up for an exciting season of outdoor festivals and events. Check out some of the top events happening over the next month.

1. Downtown Spark
May 25 – June 4: Get ready for a bigger and better Downtown Spark festival! Edmonton’s core is about to ignite with art installations, musical performances, food trucks, and street parties. Don’t miss this family-friendly event that has something for everyone.

2. International Children’s Festival
June 1- 4: Join over 55,000 kids in downtown St. Albert for the International Children’s Festival, featuring professional artists from across the globe and a variety of cultural experiences for children. This magical event fills the Sturgeon River in downtown St. Albert with joy and creativity.

3. NextFest
June 1-11: Celebrate the next generation of Edmonton talent with Nextfest, a festival showcasing hundreds of young and emerging artists in a range of creative disciplines. Founded in 1996, this festival features an inspiring line up of performances and installations.

4. Sustainival
June 8- 11: Have fun and go green with Sustainival, a unique carnival powered entirely by renewable energy and featuring eco-friendly products, educational sessions, and live music. Get ready for some thrills with a variety of carnival rides that are powered by renewable energy.

Did you know?

On May 8th, the University of Alberta Botanic Garden is opening for the season! Explore 240 acres of cultural gardens, enjoy curated events, and more!

Homes by Avi

Looking for a new home that offers a luxurious, low-maintenance lifestyle? Look no further than the new Homes by Avi showhome in the coveted Riverside community! The Maricopa is a stunning Bungalow Villa home that features bright and open floor plans, impressive fireplaces, airy 9-foot main floor ceilings, high-end finishings, and a lock-and-leave lifestyle that will give you the freedom to have more time to do the things you love. With sunshine-filled basements offering even more living space, you’ll have plenty of room to entertain guests or relax with family with extra bedrooms and bathrooms – all with the same luxury finishings. Starting from the high $500s, choose from the perfect blend of a classic luxury and modern interior style, or a polished industrial look that exudes warmth and calm. Visit homesbyavi.com or contact the Area Sales Manager at riverside@homesbyavi.com for more information.

Coventry Homes in Marquis

The countdown to Coventry’s first showhome in the exciting new community of Marquis is officially on! Scheduled to open the first week of June, the Nysa showhome delivers luxury design and a boutique feel. Standout features include a custom kitchen with quartz backsplash, a cozy great room with a custom fireplace surround, and a master suite that feels like a high-end hotel. And, with easy access to the Anthony Henday, you’ll be connected to all the amenities you need in the city. But the best part? You’ll get to experience the incredible new community of Marquis - a tight-knit community surrounded by natural beauty and featuring a large park with multi-use trails, a new playground coming in the summer, and of course, the neighbouring North Saskatchewan River which will serve as the amazing backdrop for your dream home. Visit coventry-homes.com for updates and more information.