St Albert Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in St Albert and surrounding areas
This the holiday season, St. Albert offers winter adventures and festive gatherings at central spaces like St. Albert Centre and Lions Park with bright Christmas lights and seasonal markets. Attend the St. Albert Snowflake Festival, visit the St. Albert Centre Welcomes Santa Claus! event, or shop the St. Albert Christmas Market for local crafts. With winter festivals and family activities, the city presents holiday attractions and lights that make the season feel festive and inviting for all ages.
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Christmas Lights
11 eventsImmersive 'Enchanted Forest' theme with interactive displays.
Christmas Markets
9 eventsDowntown Edmonton's street-side holiday season kickoff
Christmas Shows
5 eventsAll-new production of The Nutcracker
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Winterval
(Edmonton)
Downtown Edmonton's street-side holiday season kickoff
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Alberta Ballet's The Nutcracker
(Edmonton)
All-new production of The Nutcracker
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Canadian Tire Magic of Lights
(Edmonton)
2.7km drive-through with over 2 million LED lights
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Glow Edmonton Christmas Festival
(Edmonton)
Immersive 'Enchanted Forest' theme with interactive displays.
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Celebrate the Season at the Alberta Legislature
(Edmonton)
Illuminated Legislature Grounds with free holiday musical performances.
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Celebration of Lights
(Sherwood Park)
Family-friendly Celebration of Lights with Santa and an LED tree show.
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Other Christmas Activities Near St Albert
Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in St Albert.
Fort Saskatchewan Santa Claus Parade
Santa Claus parade through downtown
Leduc Santa Claus Parade
Annual Santa Claus Parade with festive floats and Santa's entrance
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St Albert Christmas FAQ
The Snowflake Festival is one of the largest annual Christmas events in St. Albert, featuring festive lights, markets, sleigh rides, and family activities. Borealis Lights is another major event, offering a popular drive-through light display at Kinsmen RV Park.
St. Albert celebrates with community-focused events like the Snowflake Festival, which includes traditional sleigh rides, handbell performances, and fire-roasted chestnuts, reflecting the city’s warm and welcoming holiday spirit.
Neighborhoods near Kinsmen RV Park and areas around downtown St. Albert, including the Perron District, are known for their festive light displays and walking trails during the holiday season.
The Perron District downtown area hosts the Snowflake Festival market, a key spot to find local artisans and holiday vendors. Additionally, various neighborhood markets throughout St. Albert showcase local makers and crafts during the season.
Free activities include visiting the downtown Perron District during the Snowflake Festival, enjoying neighborhood light displays, and attending community events with no admission fees. Many markets and festivals offer free entertainment and family-friendly fun.
Families can enjoy the Snowflake Festival’s petting zoos, train rides, and visits with Santa, as well as the Borealis Lights drive-through display, which offers a warm and festive experience suitable for all ages.