10 of the best things to do in Edmonton this weekend (December 27-29)

It’s now officially the last weekend of 2024, and we’re ready to send off the year in style. From a New Year’s concert to a magical performance by the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, here are 10 of the best things to do in and around Edmonton this weekend (December 27-29).

Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert

Enjoy a timeless tradition that has been a local favourite in Edmonton for the last 25 years! This beloved musical celebration evokes the enchantment and grandeur of Vienna’s Golden Age with music, costumes, dances, and flowers!

When: Thursday, Dec. 28, 2024
Where: Winspear Centre, 4 Sir Winston Churchill Square
Cost: $68+

Hollywood for the Holidays

This musical adventure will take you through some of your favourite music from the big screen performed live by your Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. Enjoy tunes from Barbie, Spirited Away, Jurassic Park, Harry Potter, The Little Mermaid, Titanic, The Lord of the Rings, and much more.

When: Friday, Dec. 29th to Saturday, Dec. 30, 2024
Where: Winspear Centre, 4 Sir Winston Churchill Square
Cost: $36.50+

Edmonton Oil Kings vs Red Deer Rebels 

This weekend, the Edmonton Oil Kings are battling it out with the Red Deer Rebels, so why not go cheer them on to cap off your Sunday?

When: Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024
Where: Rogers Place
Cost: $24.25

White Christmas 

Berlin’s classic musical, White Christmas, featuring tunes like Blue Skies, I Love a Piano, and more is coming to Edmonton’s Capitol Theatre this week.

When: Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024
Where: 7000 143 St NW
Cost: $27.96

Luminaria

This enchanting winter experience has transformed the University of Alberta Botanic Garden for nearly two decades, bringing warm candlelight and firelight during the darkest nights of the year. And you can check it out all weekend long.

When: Dec. 27-29, 2024
Where: University of Alberta Botanic Garden, 51227 AB-60, Parkland County
Cost: Adult: $25, Senior (65+): $20, Youth/Students: $20, Children 3-12: $12, Children up to age two: free

Our Climate Quest Exhibition

This impactful exhibit offers a family-friendly adventure filled with engaging, hands-on activities. Learn about solar power, try your hand at carbon capture pinball, and delve into Indigenous Ways of Knowing. Learn how small changes can add up to create big impacts. This exhibit is included with regular admission to the TELUS World of Science.

When: Now until Friday, Jan. 5, 2025
Where: TELUS World of Science, 11211 142 St
Cost: $24.95+

Canadian Tire Magic of Lights

Enjoy a dazzling drive-through light display. This 2.5 km journey will feature over two million twinkling LED lights and includes a 200-foot tunnel of lights and a new towering, animated 32-foot Barbie!

When: Now until Sunday, Jan. 4, 2025
Where: RAD Torque Raceway, 50342 Range Rd 253, Leduc County
Cost: $33+

Borealis Lights

Back for its second year, this drive-thru Christmas light display takes you through an extended route of twinkling lights and captivating displays.

When: Now until Friday, Jan. 5, 2025
Where: St. Albert Kinsmen RV Park, 47 Riel Dr, St. Albert
Cost: $33+

Glow Christmas

The Glow Christmas Carnival has returned with all-ages activities, photo ops, and seasonal treats to savour all within the indoor big-top tent, and it’s not too late it check it all out!

When: Now until Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024
Where: Edmonton Expo Centre, 7515 118 Ave NW
Cost: $22.99+

Die Harsh: A Christmas Musical

It’s your last chance to check out Die Harsh: A Christmas Musical, inspired by the iconic film Die Hard, of course. Come ready to laugh it up with this action and tap-dancing-packed routine.

When: Now until Friday, Dec. 29, 2024
Where: The Orange Hub, 10045 156 St NW
Cost: $43+

So there you have it, Edmonton! Let’s make this weekend the best of the year!

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