From shedding a tear during an exam to hearing *that* song in an Uber ride home, we’ve all had those moments where we just need to let out a good cry. And during a hectic holiday season when the to-do list keeps growing, the roads are slick, and we’re lucky to get even a glimpse of sunlight, those moments tend to come a little more easily.
So, if you’re looking to let it all out and don’t mind an audience, here are some of the best public places in Edmonton to have a good, healthy cry.
The Muttart Conservatory
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Shedding a tear beneath the glass pyramids of the Muttart Conservatory is perfect in the winter months. Inside, it’s warm and quiet, and crying in the conservatory surrounded by different desert or rainforest plants with windows gazing out to the city skyline is cathartic.
University of Alberta Campus
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Riddled with historic buildings and trees, the University of Alberta campus can be a solid spot to let your tears fall for a bit. With plenty of benches, tables, nooks and crannies, along with cozy fireplaces inside the Students’ Union Building, you may even make a new, empathetic friend from a distance, especially during stressful finals week.
Alberta Legislature
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The Alberta Legislature is a good place to reflect. Go during an off-hour or later in the evening, and it can almost feel abandoned. With the dazzling Christmas lights on display this month, it’s a scenic place to take a walk and get in touch with your feelings just outside the hustle and bustle of the downtown core.
West Edmonton Mall
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It’s the largest mall in North America, providing too many perfect crying spots to count. And during a busy holiday season, you might end up crying here anyway — whether you intended to or not. Whether wailing on board the mall Pirate Ship or sneaking away into a photo booth to shed a tear incognito, West Edmonton Mall provides a way to let it out in your own style.
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Edmonton Neon Sign Museum
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Let your tears flow under an array of colours at the Edmonton Neon Museum. You may be down and out at the moment, but the vibrant and dazzling lights will be sure to turn your frown upside down.
Walterdale Bridge
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The Walterdale Bridge offers a distinct view of downtown and a nice, calming environment with the river flowing below. It’s a great spot to stand and watch as your tears fall in the rushing water. It’s simply a beautiful place to cry.
Talus Dome
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This iconic Edmonton landmark is the perfect spot to sit and let your tears flow. These shiny silver balls will literally help you reflect on whatever you’re going through — just don’t get stuck inside them.
With files from Laine Mitchell