25 Dates to go on Under $25 in Edmonton in December
Everyone is struggling with costs now in Edmonton and date night is no different. We aim to share the best events, pop-up and cool restaurants while saving you money. This month we have 25 dates to check out and explore in Edmonton that won’t break the bank.
25 Dates to go on Under $25 in Edmonton in December
Explore the Edmonton Winterval
December 1-3, 2023
Explore 2 days of the newest winter festival in Edmonton. Wander historic 104 Street and kick off the holiday season at Downtown Winterval! Dress warm, bring your dog and party with live music, lights, beer gardens and more, December 1 & 2 on the 104 Street block north of Jasper Avenue.
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Snap Gallery Gala
December 2, 2023
Dress up from head-to-toe in outrageous prints and bring your biggest personality to our maximalist-themed celebration of Edmonton’s print community. There will be live printmaking activities, games, and a live DJ — a feast for the senses.
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See A Nasty Telling of The Blank Who Stole Christmas
Date: Thur, Fri, Sat in December
The Blank is back! Rapid Fire Theatre’s annual holiday tradition returns to the stage in December 2023. THE BLANK WHO STOLE CHRISTMAS is a somewhat-familiar but always original improvised take on the holiday classic by a similar name.
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Try Cross Country Skiing for Free
December 3, 2023
Come try cross-country skiing! FREE and open to all ages and abilities. Fort Saskatchewan Nordic Ski Club is hosting its annual Try Skiing Day on December 3rd at West River's Edge Pavilion. Equipment will be available to borrow. Volunteers will be on hand to get you sized and ready to go, and provide some basic instruction.
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Adult Art Studio Drop-in
December 6, 13, 20, 27
Every Thursday, there is a brand new chance to learn and let your creativity shine at Art Gallery of Alberta. With a new technique and lesson to learn every week, it’s a fun way to try something new together. Tickets are $25/person, and include all the supplies you’ll need for that lesson.
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Light up at the Legislature
December 7, 2023
Get ready! It’s the official light up at the Legislature on Thursday, December 7. At 5pm sharp, the lights on the giant tree with switch on and mark the beginning of the holiday season here in Edmonton.
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Canadian Pacific Train Concert in Camrose
December 7, 2023
The holiday train is not going to be stopping Edmonton this December so the closest stop is Camrose. The train will arrive at 1:05pm and a live performance is from 1:15 - 1:45pm. Experience the light up train and the free concert.
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Take a Free DIY Class at the Reuse Centre
December 7, 2023
Have you ever wanted to learn how to hand mend your clothes, reorganize your junk drawer or make your own wrapping paper? The workshops are free, and rotating through four weeks, but you’ll have to register in advance. The Reuse Centre is hosting four exciting DIY Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. This week is learning about making your own reusable beeswax food wraps.
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Food for Thought Book Club
December 8, 2023
Enjoy book club experience like no other, first discuss the book for the club and then create a dish that represents the book. Its a great way to meet new people while learning to create new dishes and discover new books to read.
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Snowshoe & Stargaze at Elk Island Park
December 9, 16, 23, 30, 2023
Come take part in two unique experiences at Elk Island National Park: snowshoeing and stargazing! A short guided snowshoe hike around the shore of Astotin Lake takes you atop the snow like a snowshoe hare while stars twinkle overhead.
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Adult Only Night at Muttart
December 13, 2023
Kick off mid-week with a way to warm up in Edmonton. Adults only nights are coming to Muttart on Wednesday nights, kicking off the fun at 5:30. Grab a cocktail, and browse your way through the pyramids. Admission is $15/adult - with just enough space left in the under $20 date night to grab a drink!
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Unlimited Gaming at Couples Gaming Tournament
December 14, 2023
Join 20 other couples as you battle it out in the Yard at The Rec Room. Play all the arcade games in The Rec room and prove you are supreme. First place wins you $100 gift card that can be used at The Rec Room or Cineplex. We have prizes for the top 3 teams. For only $15 you get unlimited gaming at The Rec Room for two people, when else can you play unlimited games at The Rec Room for that cheap.
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Tomo Market
Decmeber 16, 2023
Tomo Arts Market is a local Edmonton artist alley created by a group of artist friends focusing on alternative art styles, cute merchandise, anime prints, comics and much more!
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Take a Beer & Yoga Class
December 17, 2023
Start your Sunday with a relaxing Yoga class lead by Christina from Cherbers Yoga. After the class, enjoy your favourite brew from Endeavour and namaste with your friends.
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Free Admission to Art Gallery of Alberta
December 28, 2023
Every month the Art Gallery of Alberta offers free admission to everyone on the last Thursday. Experience the different exhibits and enjoy one of the tours that are offered.
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Bright Late Skate Night & Return of the Happy Wall
December 16, 2023
Bundle up and head to Sir Winston Churchill Square and the City Hall Plaza for Bright Light Skate Night. This free family-friendly event features skating, a DJ, fire pits, Indigenous and cultural performers and more!
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Try Sippin’ Santa at Wilfred’s
Until December 31, 2023
POP UP! Sippin’ Santa has turned Wilfred’s into a winter wonderland of Tiki cocktails and holiday decorations. There are 11 cocktails on the menu, including a surprise option and one meant to share - so make your way through the menu while you can because before you know it, the holidays will be over.
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Drive Through the Magic of Lights
All month
Drive through the magic of lights. The ticket to drive through is only thirty dollars, leaving a bit of space in the date budget for coffee or hot chocolate to enjoy while you drive through the lights display.
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Grab a Scoop of Seasonal Ice Cream
All Month
This month, Dunkaroos is back with a seasonal twist at KIND ice cream and we can’t wait to taste it. Find that one, and all of the best seasonal scoops being served at your favourite ice creams shops in Edmonton this month, right here.
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Explore the Edmonton Christmas Market at Fort Edmonton Park
All Month
Discover captivating light displays, unique culinary experiences, roving performances, festive live theatre, family-friendly workshops, a local market of 100+ rotating vendors, tasty treats, and a whole lot of holiday cheer!
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Hit up the Outdoor Rink at Ice District Plaza
All Month
Bundle up, and lace up your skates. The skating rink at Ice District Plaza is open for the season, and we’re ready to lace up our skates, hit the ice and take advantage of the sheltered place to skate downtown Edmonton this winter.
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Try at Cooking Class with The Kitchen
All Month
Take a cooking class at The Kitchen at the downtown Library. The offer a ton of classes that are super affordable and will teach you some new skills. These classes are very popular and you will have to book in advance because the sell out often.
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Explore a Free Winter Garden
All Month
Greenland Garden in Sherwood Park has transformed their botanical display garden into a wonderland filled with lights, colour, polar bears and even narwhals! You’re not going to want to miss this one this winter - and there’s no admission fee to pay to visit.
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Try Stand Up Paddle Boarding
All Month
Stand up Paddleboarding is one of our favourite summer activities, and there’s a twinge of sadness when the boards get put away for the season. Now, we can extend the season and kick off a fun, drop-in water activity with the launch of weekly drop-in SUP at Kinsmen Leisure Centre in Edmonton.
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Movie Twosome at Landmark Cinemas
Date: Wednesdays in December
Get 2 admissions, 2 medium fountain drinks, a large popcorn and your choice of candy for $39.99 on Wednesdays. It’s a cheap way to get your hands on movie tickets (in the most comfortable seats in town) - to and there are plenty of new movies coming out to catch to keep you in the know.
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