Frequently Asked Questions About Taste of Edmonton

• Do I have to wear a mask?

  A mask is required to wear on festival grounds, unless eating or drinking.

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• What safety measures can I expect at Taste of Edmonton?

  At Taste of Edmonton, health and safety is our top priority for our patrons, volunteers, staff, and partners. We have worked diligently with Alberta Health Services and the City of Edmonton to adapt to the new environment and increase safety precautions.

  The following health and safety measures will be implemented:

  Reduced capacity
  Hand sanitizing stations throughout the festival site
  Plexiglass at ticket booths, restaurant and beverage booths, and food trucks
  6 foot spacing between restaurant booths and food trucks
  Designated seating areas for food and drink consumption that are regularly disinfected
  Queuing adjustments for physical distancing
  Cashless ticket booths
  Wearing a mask at all times, unless eating or drinking
  Signage throughout the festival site to remind guests how to prevent the spread of COVID-19, as per Alberta Health Services recommendations:

  Stay home and isolate if you’re feeling sick or exhibiting symptoms.
  Wearing a mask in indoor public spaces to limit the risk of spreading to others. As per the City of Edmonton mask bylaw, the use of masks will be required when not consuming food or beverages.
  Practice good hand hygiene with regular hand washing and using hand sanitizer.
  Maintain physical distancing of 2 meters between members of different households or cohort families.

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• Are you limiting the capacity to allow for physical distancing?

  Yes, the festival site includes a limited capacity, 6 feet spacing between restaurant booths, directional signage, and physical distancing markers.

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• What are Taste of Edmonton’s cleaning protocols?

  Taste of Edmonton has implemented enhanced hygiene and disinfecting protocols:

  Hand sanitizing stations throughout the festival site.
  Plexiglass at ticket booths, restaurant and beverage booths, and food trucks.
  Cleaning Crews to regularly sanitize seatings areas.

  Under the guidance of Alberta Health Services we will continue to implement the appropriate and current safety procedures and protocols before welcoming guests.

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• When do tickets go on sale?

  Advance tickets go on sale on June 1, 2021.

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• Is there a Lost & Found?

  We do have a Lost & Found on-site located in the Info Centre. After the event, any Lost & Found items not claimed will be dropped off at the Events Edmonton office.

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• I’m coming out of town. Where can I stay?

  Hotel options will be announced in 2021.

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• Can I bring my dog to Taste?

  While we love dogs, the health department doesn’t. Guide dogs are permitted. Public Health Act Food Regulation (Section #38).

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• It’s raining. Is Taste still happening?

  Yes! We happen rain or shine (hopefully it will shine every day!).

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• Where can I park my car?

  There are numerous parking lots surrounding Churchill Square, such as City Hall. Check out the City of Edmonton’s lots, rates, and hours.

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• How can I get to taste?

  Being in the heart of Edmonton, Edmonton Transit System is your best and easiest bet to get to the festival. Churchill Station is located below the site, and a number of bus stops are just steps away from the Square. We strongly recommend taking advantage of Edmonton Transit System’s regular bus/LRT service. View the ETS schedule here.

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• Where are the washrooms?

  There are washrooms located throughout Churchill Square. Site map to be announced.

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• Are there ATMs on-site?

  Yes. There will be ATMs beside the Info Centre.

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• I have extra taste tickets, what can I do with them?

  If you have any leftover Taste tickets, you can donate them at the 630 CHED Information Centre or any gate. The funds will then be invested in the Taste of Edmonton Endowment Fund for our community partners.

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• How much are tickets?

  The festival admission and concerts are free to attend. If you want to sample some of Edmonton’s best dishes and beverages, advance ticket prices are $59.50 for a sheet of 40, and $69.50 on-site for a sheet of 40.

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• How can I pay for Taste tickets?

  The Events Edmonton office accepts cash, credit cards and debit for pre-sales between June 1 and July 21. Only credit and debit are accepted at Taste of Edmonton (July 22 - August 1).

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• Where can I get my Taste ticket?

  Tickets are available through the Events Edmonton Office, North Central Co-op partner locations, or online through TIX on the Square. Buy in advance before July 21 and save $10/sheet!

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• Do I have to be Over 18 to attend the festival in the evening?

  No. Patrons of any age can attend Taste!

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• What time does the entertainment start?

  The entertainment schedule will be posted in 2021.

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• What are the hours of Taste?

  We are open these days/hours:
  July 22-31: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
  August 1: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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• When is Taste Of Edmonton?

  July 22 – August 1, 2021

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• Where is Taste Of Edmonton?

  Taste of Edmonton is happening on Churchill Square in downtown Edmonton, on 100 Street and 102 A Ave!

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