Aaaand here comes New Year’s Eve! We have officially reached the final weekend of December, and of 2022. After reflecting on the year, check out what’s happening this weekend, including New Year’s Eve! Here are the best things to do in and around Edmonton this weekend.
Ready to get lost? 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 a locker room.
When: On now until January 29th, 2023
Where: Ice District, Fan Park, 10128 104 Ave NW
Cost: $18
EDMONTON OILERS
The Oilers are at home this New Year’s Eve, and they’ll be taking on the Winnipeg Jets!
When: Saturday, December 31st, 2022
Where: 10220 104 Avenue NW
Cost: $141+
NEW YEAR’S EVE AT ICE DISTRICT
If you can’t make it into the arena, you can catch the game at the ICE District plaza! A tailgate party starts at 6 PM, followed by a watch party. Then stay for Edmonton’s biggest New Year’s Eve with live bands, DJs, food and beverages, giant countdown screens and an epic pyro display at the stroke of midnight followed by even more live entertainment!
When: Saturday, December 31st, 2022
Where: Ice District Plaza
Cost: Free
NEW YEAR’S EVE BEACH BALL – WEST EDMONTON MALL
This weekend, head to West Edmonton Mall’s World Waterpark for a New Year’s event unlike anything else in the city – heck, all of Alberta! With a live DJ, caricature artists and an all-you-can-eat buffet, you and yours are encouraged to enjoy a night of splish-splashing fun – no matter your age!
When: Saturday, December 31st, 2022
Where: 8882 170 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5T 4J2
Cost: $69+
Bring your family and friends, and “ring in the ‘noon year’ together at the science centre, featuring a countdown and the science centre’s special twist on fireworks”!
When: Saturday, December 31st, 2022 & Sunday, January 1st, 2023
Where: The Syncrude Science Stage
Cost: $14.95
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Ring in the new year at the first Fire & ICE New Year’s Eve Social by JW in the stunning Wayne Gretzky Ballroom overlooking ICE District plaza!
When: Saturday, December 31st, 2022
Where: JW Marriott Edmonton ICE District Wayne Gretzky Ballroom, 10344 102 Street Northwest
Cost: $189
LET’S GET FIZZY: NEW YEARS EVE 2023
Looking for another New Year’s Eve option? Check out the four course dinner and party at Craft Beer Market.
When: Saturday, December 31st, 2022
Where: CRAFT Beer Market Edmonton, 10013 101A Ave NW
Cost: $22.23+
GO SKATING
The city has several Outdoor Skating and Ice Rinks to enjoy, with the majority now open to public!
Where: All around Edmonton
If you’re in the market for a new winter activity, Borealis Lights is a new Christmas Drive-thru Light Display located in the Kinsmen RV Park in St Albert! It features over 800,000 twinkling holiday lights, and it will get you into the spirit of the season!
When: On now until January 8th, 2023
Where: 47 Riel Dr., St. Albert
Cost: $25 per vehicle
Last call for Glow! Showcasing over a million bulbs and fairytale displays, this unique event will dazzle and delight light-loving Edmontonians of all ages. Get glowing!
When: On now until January 1st, 2023
Where: 7515 118 Avenue NW
Tickets: $22.99+ for GA
Happy New Year, Edmonton!
