Last updated: November 11, 2024
Thrilled about the holidays in St. Albert? Discover all the festive events with our ultimate guide! Whether you're a local or a visitor, our guide helps you enjoy the festive charm of St. Albert.
Popular events include the vibrant Borealis Lights, where breathtaking light displays enchant visitors of all ages. Featuring interactive installations and mesmerizing visuals, this event transforms the winter landscape into a magical spectacle. Another highlight is Glow Christmas, known for its impressive indoor light garden that offers guests a warm retreat from the cold. And the Annual Edmonton Singing Christmas Tree is something you definitely don't want to miss, with its unique blend of music and art creating a truly unforgettable experience. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Tallest animated light tree in Western Canada.
Borealis Lights features an 85-foot animated light tree, over 57,000 lights, and various festive displays in a 30-minute drive-through experience.
Where: St. Albert | More Info: Borealis Lights
Interactive light gardens and live entertainment for all ages.
Glow Christmas is an indoor holiday festival featuring towering light gardens, live entertainment, and a Merry Makers Market with unique, handmade crafts and local artisans. The event includes a scavenger hunt through a light maze, a new toddler play area, and an LED dance floor. It also offers seasonal spirits and street eats from food trucks.
Where: Edmonton | More Info: Glow Christmas
Unique handmade gifts and local art.
The Carrot Christmas Arts Bazaar is an annual event featuring original local art, craft, jewelry, and giftware. It offers a wonderful collection of jewelry, functional ceramics, stocking stuffers, and holiday cards. Talented artisans and crafters showcase their unique creations in a cozy venue.
Where: Edmonton | More Info: The Carrot Christmas Arts Bazaar
Rotating vendors and chef-driven menu.
The Edmonton Christmas Market at Fort Edmonton Park features a curated holiday market with 120 rotating vendors, live performances, dazzling light displays, and a variety of culinary experiences. Visitors can indulge in seasonal eats and treats, explore unique gifts, and enjoy festive entertainment.
Where: Edmonton | More Info: Christmas Markets In Edmonton
Traditional holiday concert with a choir of young singers.
A Very Merry Pops is a traditional musical sleigh ride through great Christmas carols and holiday songs, featuring a choir loft filled with Edmonton's finest young singers. The concert includes joyous holiday hits like O Come, All Ye Faithful, Winter Wonderland, and Silent Night, along with a musicological journey through the 12 Days of Christmas.
Where: Edmonton | More Info: A Very Merry Pops
Reimagined holiday concert with a large ensemble of singers and musicians.
The Annual Edmonton Singing Christmas Tree is a reimagined holiday concert featuring a unique blend of traditional and contemporary music, performed by a large ensemble of singers and musicians.
Where: Edmonton | More Info: Annual Edmonton Singing Christmas Tree
Deluxe buffet dinner with award-winning entertainers.
Join us for a Multi-Business Group Holiday Christmas Party featuring a Deluxe Buffet Dinner, Award-Winning Entertainers, and a Photo Area with DJ Dance.
Where: Edmonton | More Info: Multi-Business Group Holiday Christmas Party
Tribute to John Denver's music with a special holiday performance.
Celebrate the timeless music of John Denver with the Rocky Mountain High Philharmonic Orchestra, featuring iconic hits and cherished Christmas classics.
Where: Edmonton | More Info: A Rocky Mountain High Christmas
Classic Christmas concert with renowned choral and orchestral performances.
Handel's Messiah, a timeless sacred work composed in 1741, features splendid arias, powerful recitatives, and glorious choral sections, including the famous Hallelujah chorus. Conducted by Timothy Shantz, this concert showcases the Richard Eaton Singers and the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra.
Where: Edmonton | More Info: Handel’s Messiah by Edmonton Symphony Orchestra
Family-friendly event with various activities and local charity support.
Join us in downtown St. Albert for the Snowflake Festival, featuring Christmas lights, train rides, a petting zoo, street hockey, craft areas, and surprise appearances. Enjoy hot meals at local restaurants, unique winter foods from food trucks, and holiday shopping while strolling through the beautiful downtown area.
Where: St. Albert | More Info: St. Albert Snowflake Festival
Interactive activities like face-painting, balloon making, and a Christmas-themed photo booth.
Join the FASD Client Christmas Party for an evening of food, interactive activities, and community celebration at the Londonderry Community League.
Where: Edmonton | More Info: FASD Client Christmas Party 2024
