Edmonton Events

Silver Skate Festival is a 10-day, family-oriented festival running February 9-19, 2018 in Edmonton’s scenic river valley. Rooted in Dutch winter traditions, the festival combines sport (especially skating), arts and culture, and recreation. Celebrating its 28th anniversary in 2018, the Silver Skate Festival is the longest running winter festival in Edmonton. Over the years, it has...

Enjoy a three-day celebration of cross country skiing and Nordic Legends. The Birkie is Western Canada’s Premier Nordic Ski Event and one of only three Birkebeiner Loppets in the world – Norway and the USA host the other two. Now in its 32nd year, the Birkie continues the tradition of honouring perseverance, courage and fortitude…as well as lots of Nordic...

Celebrating its 28th year, the Silver Skate Festival is Edmonton’s longest running winter festival. Rooted in the Dutch tradition of a love of the outdoors and of experiencing winter’s cultural and aesthetic beauty, the festival has exploded into an extravaganza of art, culture, recreation and sports programming.   Noon – 9pm weekends, 4- 8pm weeknights Please...

The Meet Me at Lovers’ Lane special is sure to impress your sweetheart! The experience begins with delicious cups of gourmet hot chocolate and a festive Valentine’s Day lantern as you wait for your horse-drawn cutter sled ride to begin. You and your date will join another couple on an intimate horse-drawn sleigh ride through...

The Canadian Birkebeiner Society (CBS) is pleased to announce that the 29th Canadian Birkebeiner Ski Festival – “Fly over the Snow on Skis” – Western Canada’s Premier Nordic ski event – is in the final stages of preparation. CBS has been providing a recreational Loppet in the Edmonton area for over 30 years. It is...

This event offers February 9 & 10, 2018 attendees to the Silver Skate Festival and the Ice Castle in Hawrelak Park, an opportunity to purchase various beer, wine and spirits samples as well as tasty food items from local drink and food vendors. Best part? Admission is Free! Just buy your tasting tickets at the...

This annual event offers guests an impressive and inclusive sampling experience with access to hundreds of wines from regions around the globe. From new-to-market product to local loves and unique finds, there is something for every palate. Tickets to this coveted culinary event also include sweet and savoury culinary bites. Friday, February 16 – 7pm...

Come one, come all to Winefest 2018. This annual event offers guests an impressive and inclusive sampling experience with access to hundreds of wines from regions around the globe. Don’t miss your chance to be treated like a vino VIP, with a variety of industry professionals, premier winemakers, noteworthy winery owners, and skilled sommeliers on...

We want YOU! Kick off your race season and beat away the dead cold by participating in the ‘Frozen 5k’ or ‘Icey 10k’ events! All races take you along the snow-packed trails of the North Saskatchewan River. The day is not over once you cross the finish line – stick around and enjoy everything that...

Join us to celebrate the fun of fatbiking! The FatBike Fest aims to bring together fatbikers and neophytes from near and far for a good time on the snow and trails along the North Saskatchewan River Valley. Distances for individuals and relay teams! 10k, 20k, 30k and 40k All Entry Packages Include: • Custom Tech-t...

The International Festival of Winter Cinema recognizes and celebrates Canadian and international cinema with winter, alpine, and polar themes of any genre and style for all audiences. Our Festival’s snow theatre will take place the evenings of February 9, 10, and 16-18. Schedule of events: • Friday, February 9, 6:45-7:45 PM: Canadian Winter Short Films...

Visitors to the Alberta Legislature on February 19 will find adventure, history and entertainment around every corner. From magic shows to puppetry, live music to outdoor adventure, the Legislature will be open for Albertans to discover free family fun. Get lost in the Alberta Legislature. Sing along to the captivating tunes of Michelle & Friends....

Bundle up your family and “Get Closer” this Family Day! Indoors or outdoors, enjoy “arctic” activities and games throughout the zoo. Cosy up next to a campfire, learn why the Zoo is an Arctic Ambassador Centre for Polar Bears International, and visit our free photo booth to take home a family memory!

Enjoy all things winter at Elk Island National Park! Kick things off on Family Day, February 19, with live music, snow games, and treats roasted over the fire in the Astotin Lake Recreation Area! Fun continues through the week with snowshoeing, skating, wildlife viewing, and drop-in programs. Join in the fun with friends and family...

Are you interested in a FREE education on all things energy efficiency and solar power? Join us at the Solar Trade Show! We will have over 1000 visitors, 50 interactive booths; 8 workshops from leading professionals, technical solar equipment workshops, and activities for kids. Our keynote speaker David Miller, is the former mayor of Toronto,...

March 8 – 11, 2018, is a 4 day multidisciplinary arts festival in various venues along Alberta Avenue. Celebrating diversity, SkirtsAfire Festival empowers, develops, supports and showcases women-identified artists. Festival highlights include: performance by folk singer Maria Dunn, The Romeo Initiative, spoken word showcase: Words Unzipped, and a visual art exhibit curated by Lana Whiskeyjack.

We all know that babies and toddlers don’t come with instruction manuals! That’s why at the Mom, Pop & Tots Fair, parents will be able to find: • All the best resources, products, and services to help you deliver the best possible care for your growing family • Tons of info on activities and attractions...

The Edmonton Boat & Sportsmen’s Show is a must attend event! This is Western Canada’s BIGGEST Boat & Sportsmen’s Show. We are over 500,000 sq. ft., covering all aspects of the outdoor lifestyle including boating, off-roading, fishing, hunting, hiking, camping, adventure tourism, destination travel locations, as well as organizations devoted to education, conservation and preservation....

Each year the Orchid Society of Alberta celebrates the hobby of orchid growing with its annual show and sale, Orchid Fair. After 40 years, the show has grown to become the largest of its kind in Western Canada, with over 15,000 square feet of displays and sales area. With 15 Canadian and international vendors confirmed...

Edmonton’s International BeerFest is back, April 13 & 14 at the Shaw Conference Centre(9797 Jasper Avenue), 4 pm – 10 pm. Covering 80,000 square feet and featuring over 500 beers, BeerFest is bigger and better than ever! Now in its 12th year, BeerFest features over 500 imported, domestic and craft beers, plus wine, cider and...

The Mela 2018 celebrates the culture and creativity of the South Asian Community. Basant Panchami, Baisakhi, Rongali Bihu, Naba Barsha and many more festival comes during the spring season and Mela 2018 is a platform to celebrate all these festivals.Sigadi Event Management invites you to join us for Mela 2018 which will be held at...

THE 110TH EDMONTON KIWANIS MUSIC FESTIVAL INVITES YOU TO HEAR THE STARS OF TOMORROW This year marks the 110th Annual Edmonton Kiwanis Music Festival – Canada’s first competitive music festival. Over 1,700 single and group entrants entered in over 1,000 classes will perform and compete from April 16 to April 30, 2018 at MacEwan University’s...

THE 110TH EDMONTON KIWANIS MUSIC FESTIVAL INVITES YOU TO HEAR THE STARS OF TOMORROW This year marks the 110th Annual Edmonton Kiwanis Music Festival – Canada’s first competitive music festival. Over 1,700 single and group entrants entered in over 1,000 classes will perform and compete from April 16 to April 30, 2018 at MacEwan University’s...

Join us on Sunday, April 22nd as we host a gathering of poets as part of the Edmonton Poetry Festival. Lisa Martin (shortlisted for the Stephan G. Stephansson Award for Poetry for her most recent book Believing is not the same as Being Saved), Naomi McIlwraith, Anna Mioduchowska and Shirley Serviss will be reading poems...