Explore a variety of indoor and outdoor events in Saskatoon this weekend, June 5-7, offering something for all ages and interests. From horror films to children's activities, here are five highlights.
1. Dark Bridges Horror Film Festival
The Saskatoon Fantastic Film Festival presents the Dark Bridges Horror Film Festival, featuring full-length and short films, interactive screenings, and classics from around the world. The all-ages Saturday Morning Cartoon Party with all-you-can-eat cereal returns with a new Halloween theme. Highlights include a 10th anniversary screening of Huw Evan's Saskatoon-made The Instruments of Evil, a 40th anniversary screening of The Fly, and a Drunken Cinema screening of A Nightmare on Elm Street III: Dream Warriors. The festival runs Friday to Sunday at the Broadway Theatre. Learn more at broadwaytheatre.ca.
2. French Play for Kids: 45, de la Taupinière
La Troupe du Jour presents 45, de la Taupinière by Isabelle Payant, co-created with student performances. In a magical world beneath our feet, human characters interact with puppets. Designed for ages two and a half to six and their families, the play runs Saturday to June 8 at Studio 914. Learn more at latroupedujour.ca/taupiniere-en.
3. Queermunity Theatre Festival
Persephone Theatre presents the fifth annual Queermunity Theatre Festival, including a 48-hour Theatre Race where four teams create 10-minute plays performed live. MC Laura Negraeff returns, with performers Carol Greyeyes, Kevin Moxley, Joshua Beaudry, Grahame Kent, Mitchell Larsen, and Leze Pewapsconias. The public performance is Saturday at 7:30 p.m. on the BackStage Stage. Proceeds support Saskatoon Pride Home. Learn more at persephonetheatre.org.
4. Local Music Concerts
The Saskatoon Concert Band Auxiliary presents Fun and Games, a spring concert blending musical storytelling with themes of games and celebrations. The program includes works by Anton Bruckner and selections from the video game Assassin's Creed III. The concert is Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at Grace-Westminster United Church. Learn more on Facebook.
Saskatoon-based artist Greg Orrē launches his album I Am In It, Vol. 3: the re-education of Gregory at Art Bar on Saturday at 9:15 p.m., joined by Ghost Note and opener NICE. The night features pop, hip-hop, dance, and theatrical chaos. Learn more at artbartheatre.com/main-stage.
5. Children's Festival of Saskatchewan
The annual Children's Festival of Saskatchewan returns to Kinsmen Park, offering learning and exploration for kids. Check local listings for times and activities.
