20 Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend - January 3-5

Here are the best things to do in edmonton this weekend

Friday

• Catch the Stand Up Show at Grindstone Theatre
  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.

• Take a Flavours of the Orient Fruit Tour at Lucky Supermarket
  Join the team at Lucky Supermarket for a delicious adventure exploring the exotic fruits of the Orient! Taste a variety of unique and flavorful fruits from different Asian countries.

• Telus World of Science is OPEN LATE
  Starting this month, Telus world of Science is open LATE! Find the full galleries and experiences open until 9pm on the first Friday of the month, every month.

Saturday

• Hit the Ice with Winter City Weekends
  Winter City Weekends are here! Winter City Weekends will also be returning the first weekend of January 2025with Ice Grooves and Swing n’ Skate! (We’ll share more details on Winter City Weekends soon.)

• Take a Winter Wagon Ride at Fort Edmonton Park
  Friday and Saturday Wagon Rides will feature an interpreter who will bring the history of the park to life, with fun historical tidbits, and engaging stories guided by guest interest—including fascinating insights into Edmonton’s winter past. Enjoy a cozy hot chocolate stop to warm up before continuing your tour, and wrap up your experience with a toasty bonfire in our historic streets.

• Connections//Collisions Cabaret
  Mile Zero Dance’s Cabaret series, curated by Josh Languedoc, features a variety of artists and welcomes audiences to experience a series of multiple new art pieces!

• Get on the Paddleboard INSIDE at Kinsmen Sports Centre
  Drop in for a stand up paddle boarding session at Kinsmen Sports Centre. It’s a great way to get back on the board through the cold snap, prepare for the the summer and get on the board, indoors. There are no additional fees, drop-in fees apply.

• Try Curling - For Free!
  ​This was so popular we brought it back...This is your chance to TRY CURLING! We’re hosting an OPEN HOUSE where you can learn the basics. We’ll provide everything, equipment, dedicated instructors, and perfectly pebbled ice.

• Catch Soul Speak Poetry Night at Grindstone
  Soul Speak is a word based event that focuses on self expression through words. Be that through song, poetry or story telling this is a space for you to come and share what it is that's in your soul!

• Hit Rocks with a SECOND Free Try Curling Event at Granite Curling Club
  Join us for a fun afternoon of curling! No prior experience required. Learn to curl and safety tips provided. Wear CLEAN indoor footwear, stretchy pants and warm non-shedding clothing. Helmets required for ages 12 and under. Pre-register to ensure your place.

Sunday

• Slide down a snow slide in Fort Saskatchewan
  There’s a massive ice slide in Fort Saskatchewan and it’s ripe for siding! Throw back to your childhood outdoors making a snow fort, grab a pair of snow pants and head out to the ice slide (it’s free!) this weekend outside of Edmonton at Legacy Park in Fort Saskatchewan.

• Set the Mood with Live Jazz at Mimi Bar
  Each week from 7-11pm, come experience the sounds of the current jazz landscape, played trio-style by some of YEG’s best musicians. DAZE DAYS is curated by Biboye Onanuga and will centre around “Today’s Jazz”, offering a blend of Neo Soul, timeless Standards, Hip Hop grooves, and jazz-infused takes on your favourite tunes. Let MiMi set the mood - see you Sunday!