And just like that, it’s the weekend! While it is still cold, it will hopefully warm up by Sunday. But we love us an Edmonton winter! If you plan to head out this weekend, here are the best things to do in Edmonton.
Winter City Weekends is hosted by EAC at Churchill Square! It has family friendly programming every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, where you can get on the ice and groove to some of Edmonton’s best musicians and DJs. And they also offer free skates!
When: Weekends until February 26th, 2023
Where: Sir Winston Churchill Square
Cost: Free
To celebrate Black History Month, Taste of Africa returns with a rich display of African Dance, Story Telling, Poetry, Arm chair travels, and lots more. The evening ends with a tasting of a variety of foods from different parts of Africa and the Carribean.
When: Saturday, February 25th, 2023
Where: St. Albert Place, 5 St. Anne Street
Cost: $10
SPONSORED PICK: ALBERTA’S HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED WINEFEST RETURNS TO EDMONTON THIS WEEKEND
Winefest is back! Join thousands for an epic wine-lover’s event where you can sample a vast array of wines from celebrated regions, try delicious hors d’oeuvres, and discover your new favorite drink.
It’s the perfect opportunity to learn about wine, pairings, to indulge your senses, and makes for an amazing group outing or a unique date idea.
Tickets include all-inclusive wine sampling, small bites, and a take-home wine glass.
When: Friday, February 24th to Saturday, February 25th, 2023
Where: Edmonton Convention Centre, Edmonton, AB
Time: Friday, Feb 24th, 7 pm – 10 pm, and Saturday, Feb 25th, 2 pm – 5 pm & 7 pm – 10 pm
Cost: $121 – $128
Tickets: Available online
The Winter Family Fun Day will be offering a free variety of indoor and outdoor activities for the whole family. Expect snow painting, snowshoeing, snow fort building, hot chocolate, snacks and so much more!
When: Saturday, February 25th, 2023
Where: Leefield Community League, 7910 36 Ave NW
Cost: Free
Want to catch a concert this weekend? American singer/songwriter Mod Sun will be at Union Hall with Stand Atlantic & Pardyalone.
When: Saturday, February 25th, 2023
Where: Union Hall, 6240 99 St NW
Time: 6:30 pm
Cost: $44.13
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Get ready for the adventure-filled new musical Anastasia! From the Tony Award-winning creators of the Broadway classic Ragtime, “this dazzling show transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing conman and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love, and family.”
When: Tuesday, February 21st to Sunday, February 26th, 2023
Where: Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 11455 — 87 Avenue
Cost: $51+
2023 SPECIAL OLYMPICS ALBERTA WINTER GAMES
Strathcona County is hosting the 2023 Special Olympics Alberta Winter Games starting February 24. Over 1,200 athletes, staff and volunteers from across the province will come together for a weekend of competitive sporting events and fun. There will be eight sports, and the full schedule is available online.
When: Friday, February 24th to Sunday, February 26th, 2023
Where: Various
Cost: Varies
Ballet Edmonton is welcoming two new choreographic voices to the stage this week: Zurich-based creator Ihsan Rustem and Montreal-born Dorotea Saykaly. They will bring the world premiere of Only the Window and Black Moon.
When: Friday, February 24th and Saturday, February 25th, 2023
Where: 1110 104 Ave NW
Cost: $40
Last call for Winter Wagon Rides! Enjoy twinkling lights strung up around Fort Edmonton Park’s historic streets, while bundled up in a festive horse-drawn wagon ride throughout the entire park!
When: Friday, February 24th, 2023
Where:7000 143 St NW
Cost: $25 per adult
Get ready to sing! This musical tale reveals the inspiring behind-the-music story of The Four Seasons, their rise to fame and the trials that could tear them apart.
When: On now until March 12th, 2023
Where: Citadel Theatre, 9828 101 A Avenue
Cost: $68+
