Happy Monday, Edmonton! Hope you enjoy food and drinks, because the city is full of food events this week. And because we embrace winter, there are also some outdoor fun to be had. Here are the best things to do in Edmonton this week!
Canada’s largest poutine festival, La Poutine Week is back! Poutine lovers will have the chance to indulge in new and exciting creations, and one-of-a-kind flavours all while supporting local restaurants.
When: On now until February 14th, 2023
Where: Various Edmonton restaurants
Cost: Varies
What is better than treats & lattes during the cold winter months? Good news! The Sweet Treats & Latte Festival is back for a third year, with even more delicious desserts and drinks to enjoy.
When: On now until February 20th, 2023
Where: Various locations
Cost: Free to enter
Spend an evening with one of Canada’s finest artists, Bruce Cockburn! His musical journey has seen him embrace folk, jazz, rock, and worldbeat styles, and you can hear it all this week.
When: Wednesday, February 8th, 2023
Where: Winspear Centre
Cost: $48+
Canadian DJ Kid Koala is bringing his experimental hip-hop sounds to Edmonton this week. He will be performing with Lealani.
When: Friday, February 10th, 2023
Where: The Starlite Room, 10030 – 102 Street
Cost: $32.32
Check out the first ever Feed The Soul Dining Week, a city-wide event hosting 15+ restaurants, retail, home-based and online stores participating across Edmonton. Their goal is to “display the city’s diverse Black-owned food scene and, present to Edmontonians, the positive influence the African Diaspora has on the culinary industry of the city.”
When: February 10th to 17th, 2023
Where: Participating businesses
Cost: Varies
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THE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF WINTER CINEMA
Get ready to watch “the best winter films from around the world, on one huge snow screen, in a truly unique location.” The International Festival of Winter Cinema (IFWC) was founded in 2017 in Edmonton, and it is the world’s only completely free outdoor winter film festival!
When: February 10th to 19th, 2023
Where: Hawrelak Park
Cost: Tickets are pay what you can
GO SKATING
The ice rinks are calling, and we must go! From small and lesser-known spots to some of the most popular skating areas around, Edmonton is full of incredible options, and we’re going to make the most of them every chance we get!
When: Open throughout February
Where: All around Edmonton
Cost: Free
SILVER SKATE FESTIVAL
Edmonton’s longest running winter festival! Check out snow sculptures, learn something new at the heritage village, or the winter markets! Lots will be going down during the 10 day, family friendly festival.
When: February 10th to 20th, 2023
Where: Hawrelak Park
Cost: Free
Did you know you could do a tour of the Winspear? Winspear Overture Tours are a one-hour building and backstage tour and information session. Learn about the history of the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and the Winspear Centre, as well as their vision for the future!
When: Friday, February 10th, 2023
Where: Winspear Centre
Cost: Free, but must register for tickets online
CANADIAN BIRKIE SKI FESTIVAL
Get outdoors, get active and embrace winter! The Birkebeiner Ski Festival is for cross country skiers, sure, but it has a very fun twist, as the most devoted of the events is a 55km long marathon with a 5.5kg weight strapped to your back.
When: February 10th to 27th, 2023
Where: Locations vary
Cost: Varies
Have a great week!
