16 amazing things to do this week in Edmonton: December 2 to 6
We’ve reached the final month of 2024 in YEG, and for those looking to enjoy the final few weeks of a year that went by far too quickly, we’ve got you covered.
From Christmas lights to markets to all of our favourite winter activities, check out these 16 amazing things to do in Edmonton this week.
Edmonton Christmas Market
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What: Returning for its sixth year, the Edmonton Christmas Market is three weeks of market venues with local Alberta vendors, light displays, culinary experiences, roving performances, live theatre, family-friendly workshops, tasty treats, horse-drawn wagon rides, and a healthy dollop of holiday cheer!
When: November 28 to December 15
Where: Fort Edmonton Park — 7000 143rd Street NW
Cost: Starts at $23.23; get tickets here
Zoominescence
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What: Visit the Edmonton Valley Zoo this week to enjoy all your favourite animals surrounded by festive light displays at the Zoominescence Festival of Light!
When: November 29, 2024 to January 1, 2025
Where: Edmonton Valley Zoo – 13315 Buena Vista Road, Edmonton
Tickets: $15.95 adult admission; get tickets here
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 by navigating through mazes, and try your hand at some awesome games and challenges.
When: Open 9 am to 5 pm on weekdays
Where: Telus World of Science — 11211 142nd Street NW
Cost: $25.95 regular adult admission
Glow
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What: Are you ready to be dazzled by a million Christmas lights, including a light tunnel and a visit by Santa Claus himself? The dates for the Glow Christmas Festival at the Edmonton Expo Centre are out, and it’s shaping up to be one of the largest indoor holiday festivals of the season. Tickets sell out fast, so grab them as soon as you can!
When: December 4 to 31, 2024
Where: Edmonton Expo Centre
Tickets: Starts at $22.99; tickets can be found here.
Happy Hour at Muttart Conservatory
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What: Each Wednesday from 4 to 9 pm, you can explore the stunning and ever-changing displays of the conservatory’s glass pyramids while sipping on a cocktail or two. It’s insightful, entertaining, and a lovely activity this week!
When: Wednesday evenings from 4 to 9 pm
Where: Muttart Conservatory — 9626 96A Street
Cost: $14.95 for adult admission; book a ticket here
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Check out the “Griswold House”
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What: This home in Stony Plain has been decked out for the holidays, emulating the classic home from National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. It’s so accurate that it’s even got an RV parked out front with a life-size statue of Cousin Eddie. Be sure to check back when it’s confirmed that you can check out this iconic local light setup – it’s one heck of a holiday display to see this winter in the Edmonton area.
Where: 64 Briarwood Point, Stony Plain
Tickets: Free
Elk Island National Park
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What: Whether you’re hitting the trails, stargazing, or trying to see some buffalo, this park is well worth the short drive out. Why not enjoy the outdoors at this prestigious national park?
When: Open year-round
Where: 54401 Range Road 203, Fort Saskatchewan
Cost: Free; a Parks Canada pass is required to enter
Hit up an Oilers game
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What: Grab your jersey and head down to Rogers Place this Thursday as the Oilers face off against the Columbus Blue Jackets!
When: Thursday, December 5 at 7 pm
Where: Rogers Place — 10220 104th Avenue NW
Tickets: Start at $67.10; get them here
Hit up the WEM World Waterpark
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What: It’ll feel like a bit of a summer vacation when you visit the World Waterpark at West Edmonton Mall. Shoot down some massive slides or relax in the wave pool. Whatever you choose, it’s a prime thing to do this week.
When: Hours vary throughout the week
Where: West Edmonton Mall — 8882 170th Street
Cost: $40 to $54; tickets can be found here
Christmas lights at the Alberta Legislature
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What: For more than 30 years, the grounds have been a festive haven for many, with a massive Christmas tree placed on the grounds and numerous surrounding trees being adorned with lights. It’s a lovely spot to go for a stroll with friends, on a date, or for the perfect holiday Instagram photo. Check it out ASAP!
When: Lights up December 3
Where: Alberta Legislature – 10800 97th Avenue NW, Edmonton
Tickets: Free
Visit the Royal Alberta Museum
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What: During the Holiday, spend the day exploring Alberta’s fascinating history! Stand beneath a mammoth, meet a tarantula, or dig into archaeological finds at RAM. Feed your curiosity with millions of years of Alberta’s remarkable stories.
Admission provides access to all galleries in the Royal Alberta Museum for the entire day.
When: Open year-round, Wednesday to Sunday, from 10 am to 4 pm and 10 am to 8 pm on Thursdays
Where: 9810 103a Avenue NW
Cost: $10 to $21; tickets can be found here
Borealis Lights
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What: Borealis Lights in St. Albert is a Christmas drive-through light display in the Kinsmen RV Park. The display promises more than 800,000 twinkling holiday lights, with plenty of light displays and, of course, a drive-through holiday tunnel that you, your friends, and your family will marvel at.
When: November 22 to January 5, 2025
Where: St. Albert Kinsmen RV Park – 47 Riel Drive, St. Albert
Tickets: $27 for a standard vehicle ticket
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 Street NW
Admission: Free
A Very Indigenous Holiday Market
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What: Head to the Alberta Aviation Museum this December for the 2024 edition of A Very Indigenous Holiday Market. This annual event is Alberta’s longest-running Indigenous market.
When: December 6 to 8
Where: Alberta Aviation Museum — 11410 Kingsway NW
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 Hasboro-themed rides and more for all ages.
When: Hours vary throughout the week
Where: West Edmonton Mall — 8882 170th Street NW
Cost: $64 general admission; get tickets here
OddBird Art & Craft Fair
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What: OddBird Art & Craft Fair is Edmonton’s newest arts and crafts fair, with two markets taking place in December.
When: November 29 to December 1 and December 6 to 8
Where: Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre — 8426 Gateway Boulevard NW
Cost: $5 admission