10 of the best things to do in & around Edmonton this week (January 6-10)

Edmonton, are you ready for a fun-filled week? The holidays are over and we’re ready to dive into all the things to do in Edmonton. Since it’s a cold one out there, make sure to bundle up with extra layers before you hit the outdoors! Here are 10 of the best things to do in and around Edmonton this week.

Salsa Classes for newbies

Ever wanted to learn the art of salsa dancing? Well, you can! ETOWN SALSA Latin Dance Studios is hosting salsa classes for beginners eager to try something new.

When: Jan. 6, 2025 at 7 p.m.
Where: 10575 115 Street Northwest #204
Cost: $85+tax // Couples: $170+tax

Dry January Classic Mocktails Class

Learn the art of crafting mocktails in this hands-on class, featuring three classic cocktails turned into zero-proof spirits: a mojito, a gin fizz, and a boulevardier.

Start with a welcome drink before diving into the techniques of shaking, muddling, and zesting. Perfect for improving your bartending skills—whether or not you enjoy alcohol—this class will leave you ready to impress with your alcohol-free sips.

When: Jan. 7, 2025 at 6:15 p.m.
Where: Spilt Mocktail Bar – 11909 Jasper Avenue
Cost: $70+

Rico / Jerumi / PGT live at 99ten

Support your local artists! Get ready for an evening of Rnb and slow jams, you don’t want to miss it.

When: Jan. 10, 2025
Where: 9910 109 St NW (downstairs)
Cost: $15+

Van Gogh’s Sunflowers Party | Paint Night

Looking for a creative night out? On Jan. 10, 2025, Urban Art Studio 101 is hosting a family-friendly, alcohol-free Paint Night for anyone 16 and up. You’ll get to recreate Van Gogh’s Sunflowers with help from expert instructors while exploring his unique brushstrokes and vibrant techniques.

When: Jan. 10, 2025 at 7 p.m.
Where: 10015 116 St NW #101
Cost: $49.26

Hip Hop Class for beginners

Pull out those kicks and bust a move – at a hip-hop class, that is! This beginner-friendly class is ready to bring the rhythm back to your life.

When: Jan. 8, 2025
Where: 3696 97 Street Northwest
Cost: $27.96

Edmonton Oil Kings

Go Oil Kings, Go! Cheer on the local hockey team as they face off against the Saskatoon Blades on Wednesday and the Prince Albert Raiders on Friday

When: Jan. 8 & 10, 2025
Where: Rogers Place, Edmonton, AB
Cost: $24.25+

Star Wars the Empire Strikes Back – In Concert

Join the FILMharmonic Orchestra at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium for The Empire Strikes Back in concert! Experience John Williams’ Grammy®-winning score performed live by 70 musicians alongside the remastered 1980 classic.

When: Jan. 10 & 11, 2025
Where: Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium – 11455 87 Ave
Cost: $70.36+

Victoria Park Oval & IceWay

Located on the north bank of the North Saskatchewan River, Victoria Park is a hotspot for lovebirds, families, and friends no matter the time of year.

Once it snows, however, the area really comes to life, with the Victoria Park Oval in place of its heart, and the IceWay winding through its trees like a multicoloured ribbon.

When: Every day from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: 12030 River Valley Road, Edmonton
Cost: Free

Free Skate Rentals at City Hall Plaza

Hit the ice with free skating rentals. The Edmonton Arts Council will be at the City Hall Plaza offering these rentals every day until the end of February 2025.

When: Monday to Friday, rentals are available from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: City Hall – 1 Sir Winston Churchill Square
Cost: Free

The Red Shirt Diaries

Trekkies, assemble! The Red Shirt Diaries by Rapid Fire Theatre is an improvised space adventure, with every show shaped by audience suggestions and interactive video design. A hit at the Bonfire Festival and Edmonton Fringe, it’s even featured stars from Star Trek: Discovery and Mass Effect!

When: Jan. 10, 2025 at 7 p.m.
Where: 10437 83 Avenue NW
Cost: $22.04+

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