Happy weekend, Edmonton! We are nearing the end of January, and the weather is sunny and mild. There are events all around the city this weekend, including Deep Freeze, so be sure to get outside! Here are the best things to do in Edmonton this weekend.
DEEP FREEZE: A BYZANTINE WINTER FEST
Now celebrating its 16th year (!!) Deep Freeze festival is undoubtedly a must for anyone looking to make the most of the colder months. This celebration of local art, and the city itself, offers a ton of incredible art installations, learning opportunities, and more.
When: January 21st and 22nd, 2023
Where: Locations around Edmonton
Cost: Free
SPONSORED PICK: PIZZA FOR BRUNCH AT CAMPIO BREWING CO.
This weekend and every other that you manage to roll out of bed early enough, treat yourself to Campio Brewing Co.’s heavenly brunch menu, packed with unique options and their famous Detroit-style deep dish pizzas, turned into brunch classics. Whether you’ve got a sweet tooth or craving some savoury dishes, they’ve got it!
When: Saturdays & Sundays, 11AM to 2PM
Where: Campio Brewing Co., 10257 105 St NW, Edmonton
Cost: click here to check out their menu & book a reservation!
It’s the first annual Winter Pride Party, and it is all about tubing, skiing, snowboarding, ice climbing, dancing, and a stellar vibe! There will be drag hosts and of course, time to relax in the Après Chalet. There will be deals, and the hill opens at 4:00 PM. Look out for prizes and giveaways too!
When: Friday, January 20th, 2023
Where: Edmonton Ski Club
Cost: $10+
EDMONTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
If you’re in the mood for a classical orchestra this week, check out ESO’s TCHAIKOVSKY & SHAKESPEARE! You can experience the drama of Shakespeare’s ultimate story of romance and tragedy
When: Friday, January 20th, 2023
Where: 4 Sir Winston Churchill Square
Cost: $47+
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UP ALL NIGHT ONE DIRECTION DANCE PARTY
If you love to dance, and love One Direction, this dance party is for you. Shake away the winter blues, and dance to their mega hits. While Harry Styles and the rest of the boy band won’t be there, it will still be a great time!
When: Friday, January 20th, 2023
Where: Union Hall, 6240 99 St NW
Cost: $22.81
THE 40 UNDER 40 NEW YEARS BANQUET
Hoping to eat your way into the year of the Rabbit? Enjoy an extravagant new year’s dinner at Edmonton’s Dynasty Century Palace Restaurant. Here you can network, sing karaoke, dance, compete to win prizes and so much more.
When: Friday, January 20th
Where: 9700 105 Ave NW #206
Time: 6 pm
Cost: $70+
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: January 21st and 22nd, 2023
Where:7000 143 St NW
Cost: $25 per adult
Have you checked out Snow Way Out yet? Downtown Edmonton’s first snow maze is at the Fan Park, directly next to Rogers Place! The massive 75’x75’ Oilers themed maze includes multiple photo opportunities.
When: Friday, January 20th, to Sunday, January 22nd, 2023
Where: Ice District, Fan Park, 10128 104 Ave NW
Cost: $18
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: All weekend
Where: Sir Winston Churchill Square
Cost: Free
Free chicken? Say no more. Nando’s PERi-PERi is giving Canadians an amazing freebie this weekend. In honour of National Hot Sauce Day, Nando’s will give all of its customers a free flame-grilled quarter-chicken for one day only. Bring in one empty bottle of any Nando’s sauce, and trade it in for some free chicken.
When: Sunday, January 22nd, 2023
Where: At any of its locations
