Alberta Events Coming Up!

Compiled by the Road Trip Alberta team

Bookmark and watch this page, as we will keep it updated with the hottest Alberta events, two weeks at a time.

NORTHERN ALBERTA EVENTS (EDMONTON AND MORE)

Winterruption YEG (Edmonton)

• Date: January 22-26
• What is it? Edmonton’s top winter music and arts festival, has been lighting up Downtown since 2019. Teaming up with local businesses and artists, it celebrates diversity with music, drag, and comedy. The 4th annual event brought 80+ global acts to 10 venues, smashing records for attendance, buzz, and impact.
• More info: Event Website
• Our recommendations: Guide to visiting Edmonton | Edmonton restaurants | Edmonton Breweries
• Don’t miss: An Edmonton Brewery Tour while there.

Flying Canoe Volant Festival and Canoe Races (Edmonton)

• Date: January 29-February 1
• What is it? A bilingual, family-friendly celebration of culture, community, and winter magic. Inspired by the legend of La Chasse-Galerie, it blends French-Canadian and First Nations folklore along the glowing trails of Mill Creek Ravine. Highlighting Indigenous, Métis, and Francophone contributions, the festival fosters connection and has earned recognition for its cultural impact. Don’t miss the Canoe Races, a Canadian triathlon featuring luge-style canoe runs, buck sawing, and axe throwing.
• More info: Event Website
• Our recommendations: Guide to visiting Edmonton | Edmonton restaurants | Edmonton Breweries

Jasper in January (Jasper)

• Date: January 10-26
• What is it? Jasper in January turns winter into a wonderland with two weeks of fun for all ages. From the kick-off party to the street festival and fireworks, it’s packed with excitement—and great deals on stays and ski packages sweeten the deal. Add live music, amazing food, and the breathtaking beauty of Jasper National Park, and you’ve got a winter escape worth celebrating!
• More info: Event Website
• Our recommendations: Guide to visiting Jasper | Jasper restaurants |

SOUTHERN ALBERTA EVENTS (CALGARY, BANFF, LETHBRIDGE, AND MORE)

SnowDays (Banff)

• Date: January 17-February 2
• What is it? Every January, Banff and Lake Louise turn up the frosty fun with SnowDays, a celebration of all things winter. Downtown Banff becomes a snowy art gallery, featuring giant snow sculptures, while Lake Louise stuns with its world-class Ice Magic creations. The excitement hits high gear with skijoring—a wild mix of skiing and horseback riding—racing down Banff Avenue. Add the playful vibes of the Bear Street Hub, the energy of the Play Zone, and cozy evenings at SnowNights, and you’ve got a winter party you won’t want to miss!
• More info: Event Website
• Our recommendations: Guide to visiting Banff | Best Banff Tours | Where to Stay in Banff
• Don’t miss: A ride on the Banff Gondola while there.

Weekend of Wonder (Banff)

• Date: January 24-26
• What is it? Bear Street transforms into a hub of family-friendly winter fun with crafts, wild science workshops, and captivating performers. Watch live ice carving and snow sculpting, or let the kids unleash their inner artist with Little Chippers. Meet sled dogs, snap selfies at the photo booth, and dive into games and activities galore—it’s a winter wonderland packed with creativity and excitement.
• More info: Event Website
• Our recommendations: Guide to visiting Banff | Best Banff Tours | Where to Stay in Banff
• Don’t miss: A 2 hour horseback ride while there.

Chinook Blast (Calgary)

• Date: January 31-February 17
• What is it? Chinook Blast is Calgary’s answer to winter blues, uniting arts, nonprofits, tourism, neighbourhoods, and sports to craft a festival that’s as vibrant as it is inclusive. With a mission to warm hearts and redefine Calgary as a winter wonderland, this annual celebration elevates cultural and sports events while sparking new cold-weather traditions.
• More info: Event Website
• Our recommendations: Guide to visiting Calgary | Calgary Restaurants | Calgary Brunch Spots
• Don’t miss: The Best of Calgary Walking Tour while there.

Wild About Ice (Calgary)

• Date: February 8
• What is it? Prepare for a frosty spectacle like no other! The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo teams up with the World Ice Carving Association to host a thrilling ice-sculpting qualifier. Watch as Canada’s top carvers transform blocks of ice into jaw-dropping, nature-inspired masterpieces, all vying for a coveted spot in the 2026 Cultural Winter Olympics in Italy.
• More info: Event Website
• Our recommendations: Guide to visiting Calgary | Calgary Restaurants | Calgary Brunch Spots
• Don’t miss: A One day Banff Tour from Calgary while there.

Winter Lights Festival (Lethbridge)

• Date: November 29th-February 28th
• What is it? Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden becomes a glowing wonderland perfect for making unforgettable winter memories. This year’s stunning display celebrates the beauty of all four seasons: Haru (Spring), Natsu (Summer), Aki (Fall), and Fuyu (Winter). Don’t miss this dazzling celebration of nature and light!
• More info: Event Website
• Our recommendations: Guide to visiting Lethbridge | Lethbridge Restaurants | Where to Stay in Lethbridge

CENTRAL ALBERTA EVENTS (RED DEER AND MORE)

PBR Red Deer Classic (Red Deer)

• Date: February 1
• What is it? PBR Canada’s elite Cup Series is back in Red Deer for the fourth year, launching the 2025 season with the PBR Red Deer Classic at Peavey Mart Centrium on February 1. Watch top riders and international stars battle it out against the rankest bulls for a night of thrilling 8-second rides and wild wrecks. Don’t miss the action!
• More info: Event Website
• Our nearby recommendations: Guide to visiting Red Deer | Red Deer Restaurants