A list of FREE fun things to do in the Edmonton Area during January. The list includes free family activities, live music, and more!
For more free activities during winter, see Outdoor Activities in Edmonton.
9619-144 Ave NW, Edmonton
November 22, 2025 To January 4, 2026
(780) 236-4601
Free
This year’s display includes thousands of lights, outdoor Christmas scenes, music, and photo spots for families. Located in north Edmonton, this house has grown into a ... »
Various Locations, Fort Saskatchewan
November 28, 2025 To January 7, 2026
780-912-2157
Free
The Enchanted Forest is a favourite holiday tradition in the City of Fort Saskatchewan. Local organizations and business create unique, beautiful, fun Christmas trees that reflect the ... »
Legislative Assembly of Alberta, 10800 97 Avenue NW, Edmonton
December 3, 2025 To January 4, 2026
7804277362
Free
For over 35 years the Legislative Assembly has celebrated the holiday season with Albertans by lighting up the Legislature Grounds and featuring festive musical performances in the beautiful ... »
9915 148 St, Edmonton
December 12, 2025 To January 2, 2026
Free
Visit Candy Cane Lane and enjoy this 50+ years of Edmonton Christmas tradition and revel in the spectacle of colourful light displays and unique decorations installed at the ... »
Whitemud Park, 13909 Fox Drive NW., Edmonton
December 27, 2025 To March 28, 2026
Free, Drop-In
Play Rangers will include fun activities, all taking place during the winter season. Bundle up, as your family does not want to miss out! Play Rangers focuses ... »
Glastonbury Park, 1101 Grantham Drive Northwest, Edmonton
January 1, 2026
Free
Join for Glastonbury Community Leagues Annual New Years Day Family Fun Event. Come for a skate on our beautiful rink, toboggan, or play at the playground. There'll ... »
Government House, 12845 – 102 Avenue, Edmonton
January 1, 2026
Free
The Honourable Salma Lakhani will be hosting the New Year’s Day Levee at historic Government House. An annual tradition celebrated by Vice-Regal offices across Canada, this ... »
City Hall, 1 Sir Winston Churchill Square; Edmonton
January 2, 2026 To February 28, 2026
Free
With programming every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, City Hall is the place to be to show off your moves on the ice and groove to some of ... »
Capital Region Archery Club, 5618 - 76 Avenue, Edmonton
January 3, 2026
780-450-6041
Free
Capital Region Archery Club Open House, January 3, 2026, 10am-3pm. Come try a bow, learn about club membership, classes and perks. Fun for ages 8 – 99. Watch demos of various ... »
Belmead Community Hall, 9109 – 182 St NW, Edmonton
January 5, 2026
587 521-3386
FREE
Learn the basic steps of Square Dancing! »
Yellowbird East Community Centre, 10710 19 Ave NW, Edmonton
January 8, 2026
587 521-3386
FREE
Learn the basic steps of Square Dancing! This is a FREE event hosted by CDCDA, no registration required, no dancing experience required. Who is it for? Adults ... »
Kensington Community League Hall, 12130 – 134B Ave NW, Edmonton
January 12, 2026
587 521-3386
FREE
FREE ‘Try-It! Event’! This is a FREE event hosted by CDCDA, no registration required, no dancing experience required. Learn some basic steps of Cued Ballroom! FREE parking ... »
Ice District Plaza, 10360 102 St NW, Edmonton
January 15, 2026 To January 17, 2026
Free
Edmonton’s International Ice Carving Competition will be back at the ICE District Plaza . From January 15 to 17, ten elite ice carvers from across Canada will transform massive ... »
Alberta Avenue District, Edmonton
January 17, 2026 To January 18, 2026
Free
Step into Alberta Avenue District for the Deep Freeze enchanted forest, where looms a mystical creature, vivid blooms, bright-hued mushrooms, and woodland animals—all hand sculpted by ... »
Bellevue Community League, 7308 112 Ave, Edmonton
January 17, 2026 To January 18, 2026
780-994-6957
Free
Join The Original Edmonton Witches Market for their first market of 2023 at Bellevue Community League and see what new and exciting things our vendors will have in ... »
Pawn Shop Live, 6240 99 St NW, Edmonton
January 17, 2026
$0.00 - $33.40
Leena Punks is a Finnish DJ and producer known for her fast, groove-driven techno sound and high-intensity sets. With sharp percussion and hypnotic rhythms, she has built ... »
Reuse Centre, 6835 83 Street, Edmonton
January 17, 2026
587-989-4846
No Charge
Join us for our Regift Swap! If you have up to 5 items that are smaller than a microwave and are in good, clean condition, bring them to ... »
Edmonton Convention Centre, 9797 Jasper Ave, Edmonton
January 22, 2026
Free
Attention Opportunity Seekers! Career Fair Canada is back and better than ever, helping you advance your career in the right direction! Get in front of hiring managers, ... »
Kirk Centre, 13535-122 Ave NW, Edmonton
January 22, 2026
7804386619
Free
Get ready to explore the world without leaving town! Join us for an evening of stories, photos, and adventures shared by travelers and storytellers from around the ... »
Mill Creek Ravine, 8327 95A St NW Edmonton, AB T6C 1B9
January 28, 2026 To January 31, 2026
780-463-1144
Free
The Flying Canoë Volant is a unique, nighttime, outdoor winter event. In the spirit of a great winter city, the Flying Canoë Volant is a creative, interactive, ... »
Canadian Camper, 7404 33 Street, Leduc
January 30, 2026 To February 1, 2026
(587) 989-1271
Free
The Canadian Camper RV Show & Super Sale features exclusive event-only savings and added-value perks on a wide selection of new and used RVs, with options starting ... »
Coronation Park Sports and Recreation Centre, 11160 135 St. NW, Edmonton
January 30, 2026
Free
Edmontonians can swim, bike and run at the new Coronation Park Sports and Recreation Centre, the first facility of its kind in North America and a community ... »
Edmonton is a winter city — one with some of the largest urban parkland in the world. Exploring the wintery parkland of our River Valley is made easier ... »
Here are 15 of the best outdoor skating trails in and around Edmonton to get you started. Want to know the best part about rinks and iceways? They’... »
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