In the dead of winter, the City of Champions will come to life! This January, Winterruption will return to Edmonton, Alberta with live music, drag performances, and comedians, but there are a few things to note.

What to expect

Founded in 2019, this epic festival celebrates inclusivity, diversity, and the magic of local businesses, all in hopes of warming you from the inside out.

Interested?

During this particular event, those looking for community are encouraged to enjoy a series of concerts in every genre, in addition to free outdoor activities, and colourful entertainers like queens and funny folk.

Spread out over 10 downtown venues, including the Starlight Room and 99ten, Winterruption will host family-friendly shenanigans, as well as 18+ outings with no shortage of opportunities to make a few memories along the way.

This year, the lineup is extensive, with artists from Alberta, Canada, and all over the world.

Curious? Here are just a few featured in 2025:

  • Cheekface
  • Phosphorescent
  • Reignwolf
  • Hotline TNT
  • Teen Suicide
  • Owen Pallett
  • Cola
  • Kool Keith
  • Nap Eyes
  • Ducks Ltd.
  • Utica Queen
  • La Sécurité
  • Dead Ghosts
  • Badge Époque Ensemble
  • Big Sis
  • Winona Forever
  • Ron Lynch

How to get tickets

If this raised your eyebrows, tickets to this year’s festival should be a no-brainer!

According to their website, wristbands range from free to $100, intended to promote arts in a snowy setting and bring people together.

To snag yours, head to the link below, select your chosen experience and enjoy.

There’s truly nothing else like it.

It’s going to be pretty ‘cool.’

Winterruption 2025 – Edmonton, Alberta 

When: Wednesday, January 22nd-26th, 2025
Where: Downtown Edmonton
Cost: Free+

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Cassandra Stefanic

Regional Editor, Prairies –Cassandra is a Calgary-based journalist with a deep appreciation for music, film, food, travelling, and storytelling. When she’s not chasing a story, writing, or editing, you’ll likely find her in the mountains, binge-watching a new series, at a speakeasy, cooking, or getting lost in a Taylor Swift re-record.

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