While we welcome the first week of February in Edmonton, we’re already eyeing up some killer things to do in the city.
From the final Oilers home game before the Winter Olympics and concerts to the Flying Canoë Volant, check out these 16 awesome events happening in Edmonton this week.
Check out an Oilers game
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What: Grab your jersey, head down to Rogers Place, and cheer on the Oilers against the Leafs this Tuesday for the final home game before the big break due to the Winter Olympics. Last chance to see McDavid before he (fingers-crossed) wins a gold medal with Team Canada!
When: Tuesday, Feb. 3, at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Rogers Place — 10220 104th Ave. NW
Cost: Varies; find tickets online
Chinatown Dining Week
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What: Get ready for Edmonton’s Chinatown Dining Week 2026! Eat your way through one of Edmonton’s most vibrant neighbourhoods. From beloved favourites to hidden gems, this week-long celebration is your chance to support local businesses, discover new flavours, and experience the incredible diversity that defines this historic, cultural area of Edmonton.
When: Jan. 29 to Feb. 8, 2026
Where: Various restaurants in Chinatown
Cost: $10 and $20 meal deals available
Create Your Own Signature Scent at PURA Botanicals
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What: The Bespoke Perfuming Session at PURA is a custom scent experience with their in-house professional perfumer. Choose your own base, heart, and top notes from a curated selection of phthalate-free oils, absolutes and essences, and leave with a 7ml roll-on perfume made just for you. Available for individuals or groups of two and four, that’s perfect for date nights, a girls’ day out, or a special celebration.
When: Ongoing with select dates and times – book a session on its website
Where: 10120 124th St., Edmonton
Tickets: $129+, can be found online
Goldie Boutilier
What: Fresh off her first album release in September, independent singer-songwriter Goldie Boutilier is at Midway Music Hall this week. Grab some tickets and enjoy a great show.
When: Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, at 7 p.m.
Where: Midway Music Hall — 6107 104th St. NW
Tickets: Prices vary
Go ice skating
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What: Lace up those skates and wear your warmest winter jacket. Skating during the holidays is perfect, and there are several spots across Edmonton you can go to. It’s some of the best fun you can have for free in the city.
Where: Various locations
Tickets: Free
Silver Skate Festival
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What: The Silver Skate Festival has been a favourite event for over 30 years, celebrating winter sports, art, music, food, and the best in winter recreation. Glide along the city’s free public skating surfaces, marvel at the artistic talent in the Snow Sculpture Garden, or explore the Folk Trail.
When: Feb. 6 to 16, 2026
Where: Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park — 13221 Buena Vista Rd. NW
Cost: Free
Death of a Salesman
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What: In this gripping exploration of the American Dream, the story follows Willy Loman, a travelling salesman nearing the end of his career, as he grapples with the strain between his aspirations and reality. Burdened by unfulfilled dreams and strained family relationships, Willy’s journey reveals deep truths about ambition, identity, and legacy. Set against a shifting backdrop of past and present, this striking drama explores the fragility of the human spirit, the relentless pursuit of success, and the longing for validation.
When: On until Sunday, Feb. 15
Where: Citadel Theatre — 9828 101A Ave. NW
Tickets: Prices vary and can be purchased online
Check out the U of A Observatory
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What: Catch incredible views of our solar system at the University of Alberta’s Observatory. Every Thursday, the observatory opens to the public, and visitors are welcome to drop by any time during select visiting hours. (The observatory closes if the temperature falls to -20°C or lower.)
Where: Department of Physics, Astronomical Observatory — 11335 Saskatchewan Dr. NW
When: Thursdays during select visiting hours
Cost: Free
Telus World of Science
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What: Head over to the Telus World of Science this week, where you can experience wicked screenings in IMAX, exercise your brain, and so much more.
When: Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day except Mondays
Where: 11211 142nd St. NW
Cost: $24.95 general adult admission
Galaxyland
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What: You can never go wrong with a trip to the amusement park, and Galaxyland is North America’s largest indoor amusement park. It features 27 Hasbro-themed rides and more for all ages.
When: Hours vary throughout the week
Where: West Edmonton Mall — 8882 170th St. NW
Cost: $64 general admission; get tickets online
Royal Alberta Museum
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What: Marvel at the Royal Alberta Museum’s vast collections. From its archaeology, Indigenous studies, and work-life industry sections to Earth and Life Sciences that will wow you, it’s one of the most intriguing things to do in Edmonton.
When: Hours vary
Where: 9810 103A Ave. NW
Cost: $10 to $21; tickets can be found online
Visit the Art Gallery of Alberta
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What: Right in the heart of downtown, the Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA) has been Edmonton’s go-to for art and culture for 100 years. With rotating exhibitions, workshops, and events, it’s the perfect spot to get inspired, learn something new, or just soak up some creativity.
When: Open Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Fridays to Sundays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: 2 Sir Winston Churchill Sq. NW
Cost: $13.33 regular adult admission
Bountiful Farmers Market
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What: Bountiful Farmers Market offers a wide variety of fresh goods, including local vegetables and meat, coffee roasters, and beer and wine. It also has an ethnic food hall, a children’s play area, live entertainment, and more.
When: Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday year-round
Where: 3696 97th St. NW
Cost: Free
Muttart Conservatory
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What: Be amazed at the stunning Muttart Conservatory, with each glass pyramid showcasing a different environment for plants from around the globe. It’s a relaxing, insightful, and beautiful experience and a lovely thing to do in Edmonton.
When: Hours vary
Where: Muttart Conservatory — 9626 96A St. NW
Admission: $14.95 adult admission
Elk Island National Park
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What: Located just 35 minutes east of Edmonton, Elk Island National Park offers rolling hills, glassy lakes, and some of the best stargazing around, no matter the season! Explore over 80 km of trails or paddle the lakes while spotting bison, elk, and hundreds of bird species.
When: Open 24 hours
Where: Improvement District No. 13, Alta.
Cost: Free admission
Go tobogganing
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What: Whether you’re an adult or a child, tobogganing is one heck of a way to pass the time during the winter. Check out our roundup of some of the best tobogganing hills in Edmonton to visit for some sliding fun. Nothing beats some sledding over the holiday and winter break in Edmonton, that’s for sure.