School’s out, the holidays are here, and it’s time to kick back and make some merry memories! Little ones aren’t always the best at simply relaxing, so if your family needs to get out of the house and burn off some energy, we’ve put together a list of festive activities
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3, 2, 1… Count down the “Noon Year” together at TELUS World of Science – Edmonton with explosive science experiments on the Syncrude Science Stage! It’s all included with your regular science centre admission. Noon Year’s Eve at TELUS World of Science – Edmonton: When: Wednesday, December 31, 2025 &
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Deep Freeze: A Byzantine Winter Festival returns to the Alberta Avenue District January 17 & 18, 2026, with an “Olde New Year” theme! Enjoy the coming together of Ukrainian, French Canadian, Franco-African, Indigenous (Métis, Inuit, and First Nations), Latin American, and Asian cultures with light installations, ice sculptures, cultural stories,
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Can’t get enough of the New Year’s Eve fireworks? Find more on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at the Glastonbury Community League New Year’s Day Celebration. Bundle up and head to the Glastonbury Community League at 3 pm to enjoy a skate on the beautiful rink, plus music, hot chocolate, and
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Warm up your winter break with Neon Nights and a New Year’s Party at Launchpad Trampoline Park! Enjoy an unforgettable experience illuminated by black lights, live DJ music, and family fun! Neon Nights will be taking place nightly from December 29 to January 2. There will also be a New
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Enjoy more hands-on learning and fun this holiday season with Family Winter Drop-In Activities at the Royal Alberta Museum. Come enjoy all the museum has to offer while enjoying seasonal activities like making your own Spiced Playdough or Pinecone Birdfeeder, a New Years Eve Bubble Wrap Dance Party, and more!
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Whether you’re an experienced fencer or want to develop a new skill, Edmonton Fencing Club has you covered with their winter classes! Not only is it a lot of fun, but you can also develop your strength, cardio, and agility while you learn from an Olympic Gold Medalist! The Edmonton
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Lights for Larry is an impressive display featuring more than 135,000 lights, both inside and out, in honor of the homeowner’s family member who was diagnosed with ALS. There’s a train, a light tunnel, a moose, some reindeer, happy penguins, and much more! In 2022, they were chosen as the
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If you have visions of dashing through the snow this winter, there are several great options for booking a winter wagon ride! Keep reading to discover some of the great local venues and events that offer horse-drawn wagon or sleigh tours. Where to Enjoy a Winter Wagon Ride Candy Cane
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If you love twinkling Christmas lights but want to stay warm and cozy, visit the Enchanted Forest in Fort Saskatchewan! This indoor event features a unique collection of decorated Christmas trees hosted in four great locations! Embark on a festive adventure by visiting each site: Fort Saskatchewan City Hall Fort
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