Happy New Year! It’s a new day, and a new month, but also the beginning of 2023! There is no better time to experience what Edmonton has to offer than now! And so, here are the best things to do in and around Edmonton this new week!
SALUTE TO VIENNA NEW YEAR’S CONCERT
Kick off your new year by waltzing into it! Check out “Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert,” now a North American Tradition! According to the event, “this dazzling performance evokes a golden age of Viennese music, brimming with energy, merriment, and romance, and is a glorious re-creation of the beloved Neujahrskonzert, the concert that has welcomed the New Year for more than 80 years in Vienna and all over the world.”
When: Monday, January 2nd, 2023
Where: Winspear Centre
Cost: $56+
Ready to get lost this new year? Downtown Edmonton’s first snow maze is in the Fan Park, directly next to Rogers Place! The massive 75’x75’ Oilers themed maze will include multiple photo opportunities, a slide, and it’s ready for you!
When: On now until January 29th, 2023
Where: Ice District, Fan Park, 10128 104 Ave NW
Cost: $18
GO SKATING
The city has several Outdoor Skating and Ice Rinks to enjoy, with the majority now open to public! Take your new year outdoors this week!
Where: All around Edmonton
Borealis Lights’ Christmas Drive-thru Light Display is still on, and is located in the Kinsmen RV Park in St Albert! It features over 800,000 twinkling holiday lights, and it’s the last week to catch it.
When: On now until January 8th, 2023
Where: 47 Riel Dr., St. Albert
Cost: $25 per vehicle
Have you tried tubing at the Edmonton Ski Club? Well, it is the least expensive option in the city, and this spot offers some classic, family-friendly fun and of course, more than earns the price of admission with a magic carpet to get you up the hill.
When: Open throughout January
Where: 9613 96 Avenue NW
Cost: $15.75 for GA
Like tubing, skating season is here, so get your skates and head to the ICE District Plaza! The rink located in the centre of the plaza is now open to the public and you can use of the rink for free!
When: Open daily 10 am to 10 pm
Where: ICE District Plaza
Cost: Free
LASER FLOYD: DARK SIDE OF THE MOON
Every weekend, the Telus World of Science hosts a nostalgic (but still stunning) laser show set to, really, the best band for it- Pink Floyd. Whether you’ve been a fan of their music for years, or want to try something new, this is a great option.
When: Fridays and Saturdays throughout January
Where: 11211 142 Street NW
Cost: $14.95 for GA
ACC ICE WALL
Edmonton’s Ice Wall has returned for another season! This unique attraction is the perfect combination between the thrills of ice climbing without all the, you know, inherent danger of it. Whether you’re already into climbing or just wanna try something new, they’ve got options for everyone.
When: Open throughout January
Where: 9613 96 Avenue NW
Cost: $19+
ELK ISLAND NATIONAL PARK
Elk Island is a veritable winter wonderland year after year, and luckily, you can check it out no matter the weather. Whether you’re hitting the trails, stargazing, or trying to see some buffalo in true winter fashion, this national park is always worth the drive out there.
When: Open throughout January
Where: 54401 Range Road 203, Fort Saskatchewan
Cost: $8.50 for admissions
ART GALLERY OF ALBERTA
The AGA has pulled out all the stops for the winter, and if you’re looking to spend a few hours staring at pretty art, it doesn’t get much better than this.
When: Open throughout January
Where: 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square
Cost: $14
