Things to Do

If it’s your first visit to Edmonton, your choices are endless... You might start by making a list of must-see attractions and experiences. Then work out a fun-filled itinerary for each day you’ll be here, to explore all the great options and things to do within the City of Edmonton!

You’ll find all kinds of great choices on these pages, from theatre to shopping to star-gazing.

You’ll discover it’s impossible to enjoy all the good times Edmonton offers in just a few days. You’ll want to plan to stay longer, and then come again.

Many visitors build their Edmonton trip around a festival, a big concert, or game. It gives your visit a memorable theme.

Edmonton, Alberta is the Festival City of Canada

With over 30 annual festivals throughout the year no wonder Edmonton was named Canada’s Cultural Capital in 2007. It’s festivals celebrate music, performances, visual arts, family fun, sports, and culture. You’re sure to find several festivals that appeal to you. Check them out.

Learn more about Canada's Cultural Capital through the stories of people who've experienced it at www.edmontonstories.ca.

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Top Things to See & Do:

1. Discover Old Strathcona, a designated Provincial Historic District and Edmonton’s fashion capital.
2. Take a spin on the new spinning coaster, Galaxy Orbiter at West Edmonton Mall.
3. Pedal a bike on 255 kms of scenic bike trails.
4. Take a brisk stroll down 124 street and wander through the many shops and galleries on the city’s gallery walk.
5. Challenge yourself to try new flavors at the Servus Heritage Festival, which celebrates multiculturalism
6. Look at works of art at the breathtaking new Art Gallery of Alberta.
7. Enjoy the rides, and play the midway games at Edmonton’s Capital EX, Edmonton’s oldest festival.
8. Come and take an Eco-tour of Elk Island National Park and see the free roaming bison.
9. Dance in the streets at Cariwest – Edmonton Caribbean Arts Festival.
10. Check out the oversized sausages and eggs, massive mallards, UFO Landing pads, and enjoy the pioneer history in Kalyna Country. 

For more ideas, check out our list of 100 things to see and do in Edmonton featured in our getaway guide.

Learn more about Edmonton through the stories of people who've experienced it at www.edmontonstories.ca.