10 things to do this weekend in Edmonton (Dec. 26-28)

Happy holidays, the fun isn’t over just yet!

We’ve rounded up a bunch of things to do this weekend, both continuing the holiday fun and moving on to bigger and brighter pastures. Whether you’re looking to take a stroll or watch a show, we’ve got it.

Now, let’s get into some of the best things to do this weekend in Edmonton!

This Die Hard Christmas Carol is about as stupid as it sounds, with action-packed comedy, tap dancing FBI agents, and heartbreaking flashbacks of kids who are coughing too much. 

When: Now until Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Orange Hub Performance Theatre — 10045 156th St. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $29.77+

Glow Edmonton is returning for another year of lights galore, featuring over one million lights this year. Full of activities and events for all ages, Glow is a fantastic holiday event to have on your radar. Not only is this its biggest year yet, but it’s also introducing its new theme for 2025, the Enchanted Forest.

When: Now until Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Edmonton Expo Centre — 7515 118th Ave. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $17.99+

The holiday spirit will be alive in the Crestwood neighbourhood. Here, you can see all the beautiful lights adorning houses and yards for the holidays, right in Edmonton’s Candy Cane Lane. This tradition has been alive for over 50 years, and each year it continues to shine brighter.

When: Now until Friday, Jan. 2, 2026
Time: Dusk to 11 p.m.
Where: 148th Street from 92nd Avenue to 99th Avenue
Cost: Free

The Canadian Tire Magic of Lights is a dazzling 2.7-kilometre drive through featuring over two million LED Lights and Digital Animation, right in Edmonton.

When: Now until Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: RAD Torque Raceway – Edmonton International Airport — 50342 Range Rd., Alta.
Cost: $35+

For the 13th year, the Edmonton Valley Zoo will be hosting Zoominescence, presented by The King’s University.

This festival opens up the zoo during the colder months for a spectacular exhibition of artistic light installations for guests of all ages to admire and enjoy.

When: Now until Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026
Time: 4:30 to 10 p.m.
Where: 13315 Buena Vista Rd., Edmonton, Alta
Cost: $15.95+

You can visit the Art of Banksy right in the Edmonton City Centre. This art exhibition takes you through over 200 pieces of artwork by the street artist Banksy, including interactive displays like the Infinity Room.

When: Now until Sunday, Jan. 11, 2025
Time: Varies
Where: 10025 102A Ave. NW #114, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $21+

This is an all‑new immersive dome experience called Astronomica, taking you on a breathtaking journey through the infinite beauty of the cosmos.

When: Friday, Dec. 26, 2025, and Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Telus World of Science — 11211 142nd St. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $53+

The Vancouver Goldeneyes will be facing off against the Minnesota Frost for an exciting matchup on this PWHL Takeover Tour.

When: Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025
Time: 1 p.m.
Where: Rogers Place — 10220 104th Ave. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $46+

From September to December, the Telus World of Science has been holding Laser Mania. While sitting in the Zeidler Dome, your eyes will feast upon the beauty of the light show created in-house. Some of the upcoming featured themes are Laser Taylor Swift and Laser Pink Floyd.

When: Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025
Where: Zeidler Dome — 11211 142nd St. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Time: Various times
Cost: $14.95

Watch these two teams face off against each other on the ice for an incredible game.

When: Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025
Time: 4 p.m.
Where: Rogers Place — 10220 104th Ave. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $24+

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