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Things to Do This Weekend in Edmonton – Nov 13 to 15, 2026
A list of Edmonton and Alberta Capital region Events this Weekend. A weekly digest of What’s On in Edmonton this weekend including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, sports, exhibitions and nightlife.
Edmonton Candy Cane Lane Returns For 2026 Season on Dec. 11 with Two Car-Free Nights; Sleigh Rides Tickets on Sale Nov 7
Edmonton’s Candy Cane Lane is returning for another Christmas season, bringing festive light displays, horse-drawn sleigh rides and two special nights reserved for pedestrians. The annual holiday… Read more »
Alberta’s New Moraine Lake Licence Plate Arrives November 9: Here’s What It Costs to Switch
Alberta drivers will soon have a new option for their vehicles. Starting November 9, the province’s new official licence plate, featuring Moraine Lake and the words “Strong… Read more »
Edmonton Hosting Free Diwali Fireworks Celebration This Sunday as City Warns of $10,000 Fines
Edmonton residents planning to celebrate Diwali with fireworks are being reminded that setting them off without a permit is illegal, with fines reaching up to $10,000. The… Read more »
Christmas Streetcar Rides – Take a Festive Trip Through the Edmonton’s Winter Wonderland
The Edmonton Radial Railway Society is bringing back its popular Christmas Streetcar for the holiday season. This 45-minute, daytime round-trip ride offers participants a unique holiday experience… Read more »
Christmas Lights in Edmonton 2026: Free Displays, Drive-Through Lights and Holiday Festivals
Walk through the serene candle lit paths of University of Alberta Botanic Garden, go on a sleigh ride through Candy Cane Lane, drive through magical light tunnel in Nisku, or join for the various lightup the season events and fireworks.
2026 Remembrance Day Ceremonies and Events in and Around Edmonton; What is Open/Closed on Nov 11th
Remembrance Day is a time to honour the courage, service and sacrifices of Canada’s veterans and those who lost their lives in military service. Across Edmonton and surrounding communities, ceremonies and commemorative events offer opportunities to pay tribute, reflect and remember.
Calgary Flames Unveil New Saddledome-Inspired Hometown Remix Jersey
The Calgary Flames have unveiled a new jersey that pays tribute to the Scotiabank Saddledome, the arena they have called home since 1983. The 2026-27 Hometown Remix… Read more »
Edmonton Oilers Unveil New Black Hometown Remix Jersey, Set to Debut November 5
The Edmonton Oilers are getting a new look for the 2026-27 NHL season, and this time, black takes centre stage. The team unveiled its Hometown Remix jersey… Read more »
What’s On Stage: Edmonton Live Theatre
A list of live theatre, dance, ballet, opera and theatre festivals happening in and around Edmonton.
Top Concerts and Music Festivals to Attend in Edmonton
From intimate jazz clubs to grand arenas, the Edmonton ‘s venues are alive with the sounds of local and international artists. Whether you’re a fan of rock, pop, classical, or folk, Edmonton’s music calendar offers something for every taste.
Alberta to Cut and Freeze Education Property Tax Rates for Three Years Starting in 2027
Alberta is changing how education property taxes are calculated, with new provincewide rates expected to save property owners a combined $98.7 million in 2027-28. Announced October 30,… Read more »
First Significant Snowfall of Season Hits Edmonton, With Up to 20 cm Expected Elsewhere in Alberta
Edmonton and much of central Alberta are facing their first significant snowfall of the season, with Environment and Climate Change Canada forecasting up to 15 centimetres of… Read more »
Enchanting Drive-Through Christmas & Holiday Light Displays in Alberta – 2026
Add a little bit of light and magic to your holiday plans. Alberta’s cities and towns transform over December with a variety of holiday light displays and… Read more »
Places to Go For Polar Express and Santa Trains in Alberta – 2026
Relive the magical story of the motion picture THE POLAR EXPRESS™ or enjoy a visit from Santa as you and your loved ones ride on the Christmas… Read more »
Albertans Can Soon Get Certain Eye Surgeries at Their Optometrist’s Office
Albertans will soon be able to receive certain minor surgical procedures and laser treatments at their local optometrist’s office, potentially saving them additional appointments, specialist referrals and… Read more »
50+ Christmas Markets and Holiday Craft Fairs in Edmonton – 2026
A handy list of Christmas Markets and Fairs happening across the Alberta Capital Region to help you get something unique for everyone on your list!
Angine de Poitrine Announces 2027 Canadian Tour With Eight Concerts Across Five Cities – Presale Registration Now Open
Quebec’s polka-dotted experimental rock duo Angine de Poitrine is heading out on a world tour in 2027, with Canadian performances scheduled in five cities. The newly announced… Read more »
Edmonton Recreation Centre Named Among World’s Seven Most Beautiful Arenas for 2026
An Edmonton recreation centre that opened earlier this year has earned a place alongside major sports venues in Italy, China, France, Morocco and New Zealand on an… Read more »
Zach Bryan Announces Edmonton & Vancouver Stadium Concerts for 2027 Tour: Presale and Ticket Dates
Zach Bryan is returning to Canada in 2027, with two stadium concerts confirmed in Vancouver and Edmonton as part of his newly announced Young Manhood and Other… Read more »
21 Horror Movies & Shows Filmed Across Canada to Watch This Halloween
From Vancouver’s rain-soaked streets to Ontario’s forests and Newfoundland’s fishing villages, Canada has provided the setting for some seriously creepy movies and television shows. Some of the… Read more »
Canada Post Launches New Halloween Stamps With a Special Alberta Connection
Canada Post has released a new set of Halloween stamps featuring three hand-carved jack-o’-lanterns, just in time for those sending cards and letters ahead of October 31…. Read more »
CPKC Holiday Train Returns For 2026 Season with MAGIC! and Sam Roberts Band Among Star-Studded Lineup
The brightly illuminated CPKC Holiday Train is hitting the rails again this November, bringing live music to 182 communities across Canada and the United States while collecting… Read more »
CPKC Holiday Train Alberta Schedule 2026 – Medicine Hat – Calgary – Edmonton – Banff
The Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Holiday Train is back for its 28th year! Two trains, each about 1,000 feet long with rail cars covered in hundreds… Read more »