Access the Holidays: Things to Do This Week in Edmonton
Enjoy Edmonton's holiday season with these budget-friendly, accessible events that everyone can appreciate.
Ice Skating
• Locations: various
• Price: Free.
moonGARDEN
• Address: Sir Winston Churchill Square
• Price: Free
• Features: Paved and spacious grounds for easy navigation.
Candy Cane Lane
• Address: Located along 148th Street in between 99 Avenue and 92 Avenue
• Price: Free
• Features: The DATS ElfMobiles are back at Candy Cane Lane on December 9, 16 and 23. This special service will be available to those who are unable to walk the length of the street or access the sleigh rides. More information can be found at http://edmonton.ca/etsevents.
“Griswold House” in Stony Plain
• Address: 64 Briarwood Point, Stony Plain.
• Price: Free.
• Features: Drive-by light display
Christmas Lights at the Alberta Legislature
• Address: 10800 97th Avenue NW, Edmonton.
• Price: Free.
• Features: Paved and spacious grounds for easy navigation.
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Festive Skating in Central Park, Spruce Grove
• Address: 450 King Street, Spruce Grove.
• Price: Free.
• Features: Festive lights.
Art Gallery of Alberta
• Address: 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton.
• Price: $14; purchase online.
• Features: Ramps, elevators, and generally wheelchair-friendly.
Happy Hour at Muttart Conservatory
• Address: 9626 96A Street, Edmonton.
• Price: $14.95 for adult admission; book online.
• Features: Wheelchair-friendly paths, botanical displays.
Zoominescence Festival of Light
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• Address: Edmonton Valley Zoo, 13315 Buena Vista Road, Edmonton.
• Price: $15.95 adult admission; tickets available online.
• Features: Accessible pathways, festive animal exhibits.
Glow at Edmonton Expo Centre
• Address: Edmonton Expo Centre, 7515 118 Ave NW, Edmonton.
• Price: $21.69 to $28.21; tickets available online.
• Features: Wheelchair-accessible paths, dazzling light displays
Borealis Lights in St. Albert
• Address: Kinsmen RV Park, 47 Riel Dr, St. Albert.
• Price: $25 per vehicle.
• Features: Drive-through light display, ideal for those preferring to stay in their cars.
A Christmas Carol at the Citadel Theatre
Citadel Theatre
• Address: 9828 101A Avenue, Edmonton.
• Price: Starts at $80.25; tickets available online.
• Features: Assistive listening devices, accessible seating, sensory kits
Please note that while I strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information on accessible events, the experience of accessibility can vary greatly depending on individual needs and circumstances. We strongly recommend contacting event organizers or venues directly to confirm specific accessibility features and accommodations that are relevant to your needs. This way, you can ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience. Remember, each individual’s experience with disability is unique, and what may be accessible for one person might not be the same for another.
