It might be the end of summer, but apparently Mother Nature didn’t get the message. With some serious heat on the horizon, we’ve rounded up the best cheap and easy ways to cool down around Edmonton right now. After all, when the city puts out an extreme weather warning, you gotta know your options!
Here are some of the best ways to cool down around Edmonton.
BE COOL IN THE POOL
Whether you’re just looking to splash around with some pals on the weekend, or get a few serious laps in before the work day begins, Edmonton’s public pools are a great option for beating the heat right now.
Where: Locations around Edmonton
HAVE A LAKE DAY
For some even chillier water temps, then go check out some of the most amazing lakes around the city. They might be at their hottest, but even a quick drive will have you dipping into some glacier-adjacent options.
Where: Click the link above for our picks
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HIT THE BEACH
Same same, but different. Not all lakes are created equal, and this list covers all the best beaches in Alberta. Dip in the water, relax on the beach… rinse and repeat, and you’ve got an entire afternoon, if not the whole day, covered.
Where: Click the link above for our picks
GO LEARN A LITTLE AT THE LIBRARY
If the water isn’t your jam, and you’re just craving some A/C, then the library is a great pick. Our top pick on this front is the Stanley A. Milner Library, which is LEED certified and undoubtedly the crown jewel of the city’s options.
Where: 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square Centennial Plaza
OR WATCH A MOVIE
It could be the dog days of summer, and we’d still seriously consider bringing a hoodie to the movie theatre. Whether you’re watching the latest blockbuster, enjoying something a little more artsy at Metro Cinema, or taking advantage of the family Saturdays deal at Cineplex, there are daily options that are sure to scratch your movie lover’s itch.
Where: Locations around Edmonton
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SCOOP UP SOME ICE CREAM
This is more of a psychological effect, but dang if a few scoops of ice cream aren’t a great way to make the most of a summer’s day. Enjoy some high class options, keep it simple, or opt for one of the city’s more unique vendors! You seriously can’t go wrong.
Where: Click the link above for our picks
TAKE SOME PALS TO THE PATIO
Whether it’s weekend brunch, an afternoon snack, or a full blown multi-course meal, Edmonton has an amazing variety of patios to check out this summer. Grab a spot in the shade, order some light appetizers, maybe a drink (alcoholic or not), and relax.
Where: Click the link above for our picks
There you have it folks! Some cheap and easy ways to cool down in Edmonton right now. Go enjoy the sun, but above all, stay safe out there!
