{"data":{"id":"4df476f7-d1e4-4b6d-b77f-64c28706dabd","title":"Mural Unveiling: Black Tortoise Of The North 北方玄武","startDate":"2026-10-03","startTime":"2026-10-03T21:00:00.000Z","endTime":null,"venueId":"332cb2bb-3fdc-4893-ba3d-550a63a3d723","description":"Join Busyrawk for the unveiling of the Black Tortoise of the North 北方玄武 , the newest mural in the Four Guardians of Chinatown Mural Series . Experience the arrival of the celestial guardian through a light show countdown that illuminates the mural and brings the Black Tortoise to life.\nThis unveiling centers on the Black Tortoise’s themes of grief, remembrance, and healing. Together, we will honour the many lives lost in Edmonton’s Chinatown and reflect on the deeper social and historical conditions that continue to shape the challenges facing Chinatown and communities across Treaty 6 Territory and Turtle Island.\nEventbrite\n\nSales end soon\n\nShare this event\n\nMural Unveiling: Black Tortoise of the North 北方玄武\nBy\nBusyrawk: Murals & Illustrations\n33 followers\n2 events\n2y hosting\n691 total attendees\n\nFollow\nKing Thunderbird Centre / okimaw peyesew kamik\nEdmonton, AB\nSaturday, October 3  •  3 PM - 8 PM\nOverview\nRead less\nGood to know\nHighlights\n\n5 hours\nall ages\nIn person\nDoors at 2:30 PM\nLocation\nKing Thunderbird Centre / okimaw peyesew kamik\n10740 99 Street Northwest\n\nEdmonton, AB T5H 4H8\n\nHow do you want to get there?\nDriving\nPublic transport\nBiking\nWalking\nMapShow map\nFrequently asked questions\n\nWhere can I park my vehicle?\n\nHow long is the walk from Quarters Station?\n\nWill there be food on site?\n\nWill there be wheelchair accesibility?\nOrganized by\nBusyrawk: Murals & Illustrations\nFollowers\n33\nEvents\n2\nHosting\n2 years\nContact\n\nFollow\nReport this event\nStill looking for the right event?\nExplore all events in Edmonton and filter by date, category, and more to find the perfect fit.\nCanada Events\nAlberta Events\nThings to do in Edmonton, Alberta\nEdmonton festivals\nEdmonton Arts festivals\nFree\nSat, Oct 3 • 3 PM\n\nReserve a spot\nManage Cookie PreferencesDo Not Sell or Share My Personal InformationPrivacy\n© 2026 Eventbrite\n\n\nOverview\nLight show unveiling, candlelight vigil, performances, community grieving spaces\n\nMural Unveiling of the Black Tortoise of the North 北方玄武 (North Chinatown)\n\n* Chinese version to follow*\n\nJoin us for the unveiling of the Black Tortoise of the North 北方玄武, the newest mural in the Four Guardians of Chinatown Mural Series. 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