Get into the spirit of the season with shows, markets, concerts, and more! Here’s what’s on this weekend in Edmonton!
Festivals & Special Events
1) Candy Cane Lane | Starts Dec. 10
Take a walk or sleigh ride through a neighbourhood filled with lights, decorations, and holiday cheer.
2) A Very Indigenous Holiday Market | Dec. 10–12
Edmonton’s biggest all-Indigenous holiday market features local artists and vendors, live entertainment, a silent auction, and plenty of prizes.
3) South Pole Holiday Workshop | Dec. 11–12
Enjoy photos with Santa, gift wrapping, giveaways, and more at South Edmonton Common.
4) Edmonton Christmas Market | Until Dec. 12
The Edmonton Christmas Market heads to Fort Edmonton Park for vendors, workshops, performances, and more.
5) Tawatinâ Celebration | Dec. 12
Celebrate the opening of the Tawatinâ bridge with a smudging ceremony, live music, goodies from local businesses, and over 400 art pieces to experience.
6) Campio Brewing Co. Holiday Drag Brunch | Dec. 12
Enjoy a tasty brunch, craft beer, and truly fabulous entertainment.
7) Searching for Izena Summit | Dec. 12
Join YWCA Edmonton and Parity YEG for a day commemorating the history of female leadership at Edmonton City Hall—and the work left to do to achieve lasting gender parity and diversity on council.
8) Arrosto Di Castagne—Chestnut Roasting | Dec. 12
Indulge in a beloved wintertime tradition at the Italian Centre Shop!
9) Wrap & Roll | Until Dec. 24
Get your presents wrapped at Kingway Mall and help raise funds for full-day kindergarten programs.
Family Events
1) Bountiful Market Holiday Photos & Storytime | Dec. 11–12
Get your photos taken with Santa and hear a holiday story from Mrs. Claus!
2) Winter Spark | Dec. 12
Enter a world of lights, wonder, and imagination at the Alex Taylor School Community Garden.
3) The Fourth Holiday Pop-Up Shop | On Now
Find gifts for babies, kids, and moms from over 35 local vendors.
Concerts & Music
1) Tenille Townes | Dec. 10
Breakout country star Tenille Townes is performing for one night only at the Winspear Centre.
2) Sounds & Sweets | Dec. 10
See Erin David and Company live at the Art of Cake for an evening of sweets, eats, and great music.
3) Dylan Gillett | Dec. 10
See Dylan Gillett performing live on the Cook County Saloon Stage!
4) A Festive Celebration | Dec. 11
Enjoy your favourite holiday tunes courtesy of the Mill Creek Colliery Band.
5) Festive Music for Strings | Dec. 11
An evening of holiday string performances, available live in person and online.
6) Funk the Halls with the Funk Hunters | Dec. 11
Get festive and get funky with this concert at Union Hall.
7) Silent Night Christmas Concert | Dec. 12
Support the University of Alberta Campus Food Bank while enjoying a virtual concert full of holiday classics.
8) Gloria! | Dec. 12
A soaring choral concert presented by Chorale Saint-Jean and the Da Camera Singers.
9) Senior Edmonton Youth Orchestra Live Streamed Concert | Dec. 12
Edmonton Youth Orchestra’s first concert of the season will be live-streamed from Convocation Hall at the University of Alberta.
On Stage
1) Ballet Edmonton: Be Merry | Dec. 9–11
Enjoy seasonally-inspired dance, live music, and festive cocktails.
2) Natasha Lyn Myles and Celeste Lampa | Dec. 10
Be there as it happens as Natasha Lyn Myles and Celeste Lampa record their best comedy material for Sirius XM radio.
3) Lakes & Streams | Dec. 10–11
A hybrid digital/live performance event centred around Hunter & Jacquelyn Cardinal’s Lake of the Strangers.
4) Almost a Full Moon | Dec. 10–11
Hawksley Workman’s beloved Christmas album comes to life as a staged reading weaving together stories of love and family.
5) Michael Harrison | Dec. 10–11
An international touring favourite, Michael Harrison brings his comedy to Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Club.
6) Christmas Improv with Rapid Fire Theatre | Dec. 11
Get ready for festive fun with a holiday-themed improv show!
7) Krissy Feniak | Dec. 11
Award-winning country singer Krissy Feniak is performing live at the Cook County Saloon!
8) Site/Sight/Place | Dec. 11
An interdisciplinary dance and performance salon curated by Lebo Disele.
9) Prairie Fairy Holiday Special | Dec. 11
Enjoy an evening of holiday drag and burlesque at Fort Edmonton Park in support of the Edmonton Food Bank.
10) Elf: The Musical | Dec. 11–28
A human raised by elves must teach his long-lost family the true meaning of Christmas in the Festival Players’ newest holiday production.
11) Josh Adam Meyers | Until Dec. 12
Standup comedy and musical performances combine into one unforgettable show.
12) 5@50 | Until Dec. 18
A raw and darkly comedic portrayal of turning fifty in contemporary society, and of the friendships we can’t live without.
Art Shows & Exhibits
1) Art-O-Rama | Until Dec. 11
Don’t miss the final days of Harcourt House’s holiday art sale!
2) Craft Collaborations | Until Dec. 15
Support Alberta’s fine arts with this online auction featuring pieces from 38 different artists.
3) Friends of UAH Holiday Show & Sale | Until Dec. 17
Shop in-person at McMullen Gallery or online and find beautiful art while supporting the Friends’ Arts in Healthcare program.
4) Wilf Perreault: Chromatic Moondreams | Until Dec. 23
Scenes of humble back alleys are illuminated by brilliant colours and a powerful sense of nostalgia.
5) Return | Until Dec. 24
Collages embracing stillness and energy all at once in a new series from Alex Peck-Whyte.
6) Winter White | Until Dec. 24
A new exhibition from Trudy Golley, one of Canada’s most accomplished ceramic artists.
7) Karen Cantine: A Metalsmith at 80 | On Now
See works from nearly 70 years of Karen Cantine’s internationally-acclaimed career with this exhibit at the Alberta Craft Council Gallery.
Sports
1) Edmonton Oilers | Dec. 11
The Oilers take on the Carolina Hurricanes in a home game at Rogers Place.
