Edmonton’s Rainy Festival Battle | Calgary News

Edmonton’s been hit with record-breaking summer rains—more than in 1953—turning events into chaos, forcing cancellations, flooding venues, and testing organizers’ grit. Terry Wickham, veteran Folk Festival director, calls it the toughest year yet, battling relentless wetness with sand, pumps, and evacuation plans. But amid the deluge, Edmonton’s spirit shines: they’re determined to deliver unforgettable shows, no matter what Mother Nature throws their way. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/766575bc84341c79