outdoors

Zoominescence: A Festival of Light

Dec. 5 to Jan. 4

Edmonton Valley Zoo

Nestled within Edmonton’s beautiful River Valley, each winter the Edmonton Valley Zoo becomes home to a spectacular exhibition of artistic light instal...

Candy Cane Lane

Dec. 12 to Jan. 2

Candy Cane Lane

As you stroll through the streets of Crestwood during the holiday season, you'll find homes adorned with twinkling lights, colourful decorations, and t...

Bright Light Skate Night

Saturday, Dec. 13

Starts at 4:00pm

City Hall Plaza

Celebrate the season and the opening of the City Hall skating rink with live music, performances and family-friendly activities.

Christmas Bird Count Walk

Sunday, Dec. 14

Starts at 1:00pm

Whitemud Park and Ravine

Winter is a magical time to watch birds!

Christmas Bird Count for Kids

Sunday, Dec. 14

Starts at 1:30pm

Gold Bar Park

Join Nature Alberta for an afternoon of fun participating in the world's biggest citizen science project!

Canadian Birkie Ski Festival

Feb. 13 to Feb. 15

Canada's Premier classic-style cross-country ski festival. Get outdoors, get active and embrace winter.

Canadian Birkie Ski Festival

Feb. 13 to Feb. 15

Beaver Hills Biosphere

Get outdoors, get active and embrace winter!