Edmonton 
For current weekend activities, see Things to do this Weekend in Edmonton
Weekend Trip Ideas
Jasper in January at Jasper National Park – January 16th – February 1st, 2015.
Banff Snow Days is ON at Banff National Park from January 10 – February 8, 2015.
Ice Magic Festival at Lake Louise from Jan 16 to Jan 25, 2015.
MEC Ice Climbing Festival (all ages, equipment provided, free event) at downtown Banff from Jan 30 – Feb 1, 2015.
I. Family Events & Activities
1. Ice On Whyte
Its a Treasure Chest filled with Fun at Ice on Whyte. Come outside to play, slide, run, skate, eat, check out the amazing ice carvings, watch an artist at work, take a L’il Chipper class, make a craft, listen to music, dance, sing karaoke and more. You will not run out of things to do at Ice on Whyte.
When?
January 23, 2015 – February 1, 2015
International Ice Carving Competition: January 23 – 25, 2015.
Where?
End of Steel Park, Gateway Blvd (103 Street) and Tommy Banks Way, Edmonton
How much?
Adults : $6.00; Child ( 2 – 12 ) : $3.00
2. Birdie on the Wrong Bus
Ever since she can remember, everyone has called fourth-grader Louise Reiner the nickname ‘Birdie,’ because every time something goes wrong, Birdie makes a squeaking noise just like a bird! So when Birdie gets a failing grade on
her ‘Why I Love Edmonton’ assignment and then accidentally hops on the wrong bus home, you can imagine the high notes Birdie is squealing from the back of the bus bound to Fort Road!
When?
January 20 – 24, 2015
Where?
C103 , 8529 Gateway Boulevard, Edmonton
How much?
$16.00 to $28.00
3. The Antyssey
A brand new musical by two of Edmonton’s hottest upcoming talents Oscar, a young ant, has been brought up with one goal: to dedicate his life to his black ant colony. When he discovers the truth about his parentage that he is actually a yellow ant, questions about his identity send him away from his beloved colony on a journey of self discovery. An Antyssey!
When?
Friday, January 23, 2015 | 7:00 Opening
Saturday, January 24, 2015 | 11:00 & 02:00 PM
Where?
Westbury Theatre, ATB Financial Arts Barns 10330 84 Avenue, Edmonton
How much?
Adults: $19; Seniors: $16; Students: $13
4. Lunar New Year
Celebrate The Year of the Ram at our 2015 Lunar New Year at the Conservatory. Take in the new feature pyramid display celebrating this traditional Eastern holiday, watch La La Gao and her dance team in Centre Court, make a lucky fish craft, and take home a jade plant of your own for a year of luck and prosperity.
When?
Saturday, January 24, 2015 | 04:00 PM – 08:00 PM
Fireworks: At 6pm, behind the Conservatory on Connors Hill. (weather dependent)
Where?
Muttart Conservatory, Edmonton
How much?
Regular Admission
II. Adult/ Youth Events
1. Live Music
See Live Music in Edmonton for more details.
Michael Charles @ Blues On Whyte
Orchestra On Parade! @ Winspear Centre
Tim Hus Band @ St. Basil’s Cultural Centre
David Braid @ Yardbird Suite
The Judgement of Paris @ Horizon Stage Performing Arts Centre
Ashley Condon & Ian Sherwood @ Queen Alexandra Community Hall
Warren Wolf Trio @ Yardbird Suite
Time is NOW @ All Saints’ Cathedral
Harry Manx & Basia Bulat @ Winspear Centre
Front Porch Roots Revue @ Festival Place
2. Performing Arts
Events this weekend include
Circle Mirror Transformation @ Varscona Theatre
Cheerleader @ Theatre Network
Venus in Fur @ Shoctor Theatre
Element Theatre “Little Shop of Horrors” @ Shell Theatre
The 11 O’Clock Number @ Varscona Theatre,10329 83 Ave, Edmonton
See Performing Arts in January article for more details.
Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo : Jan 20 & 21 @ Jubilee Auditorium
III. Sports & Related Events
1. Edmonton Oil Kings
When?
vs. Calgary Hitmen – Saturday, January 24, 2015 | 07:00 PM
vs. Medicine Hat Tigers – Sunday, January 25, 2015 | 04:00 PM
Where?
Rexall Place Edmonton
2. Ringette Scores on Cancer 2015
The University of Alberta Ringette Team is partnering with the Alberta Cancer Foundation to host the 6th annual Ringette Scores on Cancer event. Teams will take to the ice in this unique, all ages and skill levels tournament.
When?
Saturdays & Sundays until Jan 31, 2015| 06:30 PM
Where?
Ice Palace (Level One, Phase II), WEM
IV. Exhibitions & Other Events
1. Pet Expo
The Pet Expo is also all about FUN. With plenty of presentations, animal demonstrations, agility courses, and sporty dog teams, there is so much to see and do. We have all kinds of fluffy, feathery, and scaly friends for you to interact with as well.
When?
Saturday, January 24, 2015 | 10:00 AM – 06:00 PM
Sunday, January 25, 2015 | 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Where?
Edmonton Expo Centre, Northlands, Edmonton
How much?
General admission ( 12+): $11.00
Child (5-11) : $9.00; Family Pass (2+ 2) : $35.00
2. Edmonton Renovation Show
Join us for a very relaxing yet informative day of instruction and guided practice with Kushok Lobsang Dhamchoe, a Buddhist monk who is a very knowledgeable teacher and lifelong practitioner.
When?
Friday, January 23, 2015 | 12:00 PM – 09:00 PM
Saturday, January 24, 2015 | 10:00 AM – 09:00 PM
Sunday, January 25, 2015 | 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Where?
Edmonton Expo Centre, Northlands, Edmonton
How much?
Adults: $12.00 / $9.00(online); Seniors: $10.00 / $7.00(online);
Child(12-): Free
3. Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Experience the beauty, fragility, and array of life on our planet through the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition at the Royal Alberta Museum.
When?
November 28, 2014 – April 12, 2015 | 09:00 – 05:00 PM
Where?
Royal Alberta Museum
How much?
Regular Admission