10 things to do this week in Edmonton (Feb. 2-6)

It’s officially February, marking the season of love in Edmonton.

For this week, we’ve got all the best things to do in the city, whether it be for a romantic date night or hangout sesh with friends. Whatever you’ve got going on, we’re here for you.

Without further ado, here are all the best things to do this week in Edmonton.

These magical castles are only available in five locations, and Edmonton is one of the lucky cities. This celebration has been ongoing since 2011 and remains one of the most sought-after winter attractions of all time.

When: Now until Monday, Feb. 16, 2026
Time: Varies
Where: Fan Park — 10104 104th Ave. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $15+

Rabbit Hill is Edmonton’s largest snow resort, offering over 40 acres of terrain and a thrilling tube park for over 70 years. It is now open for the winter season.

When: Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, to Friday, Feb. 6, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: 20715 57th Ave. SW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $46+

The Edmonton Craft Beer Festival is where Canada’s craft culture comes to life. Explore hundreds of Canadian-made beverages, spirits, meads, and more, paired with bites from Edmonton’s top restaurants. But this is more than a tasting event—it’s a full-scale celebration.

Enjoy live music, games, sports lounges, interactive activations, and vibrant social spaces throughout the festival, with high-energy After Parties keeping the celebration going long after the pours end.

When: Friday, Mar. 6, 2026, and Saturday, Mar. 7, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Edmonton Expo Centre — 7515 118th Ave. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $29.99+

This is Edmonton’s science centre, with feature displays, interactive learning opportunities, and so much more. Here, you can even catch a movie in IMAX or visit its all-new exhibit, Jurassic World by Brickman.

When: Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, to Friday, Feb. 6, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: 11211 142nd St. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $25.95+

There’s no question that Edmonton has some of the best escape rooms around. We’ve rounded up the best of them in a list for you folks to check out, and maybe, just maybe, you might be able to escape.

When: Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, to Friday, Feb. 6, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Various locations
Cost: $25+

The Muttart Conservatory is well-known in Edmonton for being a tropical paradise indoors during the winter months. Year-round, it holds majestic botanical gardens for everyone to see.

Currently, the Muttart Conservatory is showing off its “Prehistoric Paradise” feature. It’s showing off a step back in time with a lush, tropical landscape of banana plants, vibrant bromeliads and dinosaurs, which provide an incredible backdrop for photos.

When: Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, to Friday, Feb. 6, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: 9626 96a St. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $14.95

Watch these teams face off in an epic battle on the ice.

When: Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Where: Rogers Place — 10220 104th Ave. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $191+

Every week on Wednesdays, The Grindstone hosts one of Edmonton’s only stand-up comedy open mic nights. Open to both first-timers and seasoned comics, each set is five minutes for some good laughs.

When: Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026
Time: 10 p.m. to midnight
Where: Grindstone Theatre — 10019 81st Ave. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: Free

The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra will be performing Antonio Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons, a world-famous composition known for its intense and emotional beauty.

When: Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, to Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Winspear Centre — 4 Sir Winston Churchill Sq NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: $37+

Friday Night Trivia is hosted each week at Telus World of Science’s Purple Pear Restaurant. This event is not only free but also family-friendly, so everyone can participate and compete.

When: Every Friday
Time: 7 to 9 p.m.
Where: Telus World of Science — 11211 142nd St. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: Free

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