9 Family-friendly Edmonton New Year’s Day Activities
As the new year approaches, Edmonton is preparing to ring in 2023 with a variety of exciting events and celebrations. From family-friendly activities to lively parties and cultural performances, there's something for everyone to enjoy on New Year's Day. From neightbourhood fireworks to ice skating and brunch, there are plenty of ways to kick off the new year in style. Whether you're looking to have a quiet day in the wilderness or want to join in the city's festivities, there's no shortage of options for celebrating the start of a new year in Edmonton.
Here’s what to do on New Year’s Day in Edmonton
New Year’s Eve at Strathcona Wilderness Centre
Troll in the Wilderness (hosted by Edmonton Nordic edmontonnordic.ca/events)
A fun Cross-Country Ski Loppet, annual New Year’s Day tradition. A classic ski event with distances, toonie ski lessons and a fun scramble. This is the perfect way to spend New Year’s Day with the kids.
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New Year’s Day at World Waterpark
Spend the day at World waterpark and ring in the new year in thirty degree weather. It’s a great time to slide your way into 2023, and hang out with the kids! You can buy tickets in advance, online, and this one makes a great experience gift for the kids for Christmas.
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Snow Maze and Winter Solstice at Ice District Plaza
With 10 days of winter adventure and entertainment for the entire family, the Winter SoltsICE event series features a variety of special events including a massive snow maze in the Fan Park, skating with Santa in the Plaza, the Oilers Skills Competition, Oilers and Oil Kings hockey, an epic New Year’s Eve celebration and more.
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Catch a Star Wars Movie Marathon at Metro Cinema
There will be a costume contest, with prizes from Rolling Tales, before the film! All three Star Wars films will be screened during this one day only special event at Metro Cinema! Don’t forget to drive
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See an Oil Kings Game (with Post Game Fireworks!)
Catch a Sunday family fun Edmonton Oil Kings game this season and see the post-game fireworks! Head on down to Rogers Place for a full day of family fun with the kids, and get tickets as low as $20!
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Swing n Skate at City Hall
Swing n Skate returns to city hall this month, with events happening all month long, launching today! Visit City Hall between 1-4pm for free skate rentals, music and of course, swing dancing! This is a fun way to get outside, and enjoy local arts with the kids downtown.
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Glastonbury New Year’s Eve Day Fireworks
Join the Glastonbury Community Leagues Annual New Years Day Family Fun Event for an afternoon of New Year’s fun in Edmonton for the whole family. Come for a skate on our beautiful rink, toboggan, or play at the playground.
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Fancy New Year’s Eve Brunch in the Empire Ballroom
Celebrate New Year’s Day by getting fancy, and reserving brunch at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald. The New Year’s Eve brunch is a luxurious way to ring in 2023, and experience a magical holiday brunch in the Empire Ballroom at the hotel.
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How are you spending New Year’s Day in Edmonton with the kids?
