20 Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend - Jan 31 - Feb 2

Friday

• Experience the Best Winter Festival - The Flying Canoe Festival
  The Flying Canoe Festival is a creative and interactive cultural celebration designed to engage local history and everything that is great on a long winter night. Inspired by the legend of flying canoeing and French Canadian traditions, of the First Nations and the Métis, the Flying Canoe Flying festival embraces the magnificent Ravin Mill Creek of Edmonton and the French-speaking Quarter of Edmonton.

• Hit the Tubing Hill at Sunridge Ski Hill
  Let's get OUTSIDE and enjoy this Edmonton WINTER with Friday Night Hops on the Hill! Live music and beer sampling from different Breweries each week in the Chalet.

• Shop the Lunar Night Market at Last Modern Event Venue
  Discover unique treasures from talented local artisans, savour mouthwatering bites from pop-up food vendors, sip on handcrafted drinks, and unwind in an intimate setting. Admission is $2 per person, with all proceeds dedicated to empowering initiatives that breathe new life into Chinatown. Join us for a celebration of culture, community, and connection!

• Celebrate the Lunar New Year with Lunarlicious Happening all Weekend
  Lunarlicious is an exciting indoor event that brings the vibrant culture of outdoor night markets to life, all in celebration of the Lunar New Year. Filled with delicious cultural foods, creative local vendors, and festive entertainments, Lunarlicious offers a unique experience where tradition meets creativity.

• Northern Chicken is Back for 1 Weekend Only
  Taking over the space at Woodshed Cameron Heights, all your Northern Chicken faves will be back for this weekend only.

• Create a Tie-dye T-shirts with Make It At Milner
  In this fun and creative class you’ll learn how to make your own one-of-a-kind "Wear Your Heart on Your T-Shirt" tie-dye t-shirt! Using vibrant, swirling colours, you'll create a unique tie-dye design featuring a heart motif at the centre.

• Catch a Laugh at Grindstone Theatre with The Standup Show
  The Stand Up Show brings Canada's top comics to the fabulous Grindstone Theatre every Friday night. New line ups every week, featuring comics as seen on Just For Laughs, CBC, CTV and nationally acclaimed comedy festivals.

• Head to Rapidfire Theatre for an Improvised Musical
  Witness spontaneous songs, dance, and emotional outburst, as this talented cast of improvisers create an entire musical based off one suggestion, from you. "This is the must-see improv show."
  

Saturday

• Meet Your Match at Edmonton Singles Mix & Match. Mix & Match Singles Event is comin’ in HOT on February 1, 2025. Meet your match at Mix & Match Singles Night by Love & Connections Inc! Come out and enjoy a night to cultivate connections.

• Catch Chris Gowen on Stage with Magic & Madness
  Step into the intimate parlour setting, meticulously designed for an exclusive audience of 48 people. Prepare to have your mind blown and the time of your life as you see expert magic the way it was always meant to be, up-close and personal.

• Take a Vintage Cake Decorating Workshop
  Brown Sugar Baking School is excited to host their very first cake decorating workshop! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned cake decorator, join in for a fun and unforgettable evening of creativity and deliciousness.

• Experience the Disney Classic on Stage at Citadel Theatre
  Experience the Disney movie classic, live on stage at the Citadel Theatre. When Queen Elsa’s hidden powers plunge the land of Arendelle into an eternal winter, her sister Anna sets out to find her and save the kingdom before it’s too late.

• Become the Producer with Netflix and Kill at Rapidfire Theatre
  In Netflix and Kill, you're the network executive! Watch as directors passionately pitch their vision, then use your influence to greenlight concepts or harshly pull the plug. Your choices shape the night as the streaming wars ignite the stage.

Sunday

• Learn How To Cross Country Ski
  Embrace the thrill of exploring the outdoors on skis with our dynamic programs designed specifically for adults aged 18 and up. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your technique, these structured, non-competitive sessions focus on building essential skills to boost your confidence and enjoyment on the trails.

• Swing & Skate is Back at City Hall this Winter
  Swing​‘n Skate will be back at City Hall on Sundays from 1:00 – 4:00 pm throughout January and February. Show off your best moves to some swing, big band, soca, salsa and more inside Edmonton City Hall. If you’d rather be outdoors, the music will be broadcast directly outside for ice skaters at City Hall Plaza.

• Catch the Oilers for the Skills Competition at Rogers Place
  The Edmonton Oilers Skills Competition is a fan-favourite annual event where the team's players showcase their individual talents and compete in various fun and exciting challenges. The event provides a unique opportunity for fans to watch McDavid, Draisaitl, Nursed the rest of the Oilers perform in a lighthearted, competitive atmosphere.

• Take a Cooking Class at Get Cooking for La Chandeleur
  Join Get Cooking for La Chandeleur as you discover the art of French crêpe-making in this hands-on class with Kathryn Joel. Join the Cordon Bleu trained chef owner and learn to prepare both savoury and sweet Crêpes.

• Don’t Miss the Afternoon Magic Show at The Rec Room
  Step into the intimate parlour setting, meticulously designed for an exclusive audience of 48 people. Prepare to have your mind blown and the time of your life as you see expert magic the way it was always meant to be, up-close and personal.