Shopping and entertainment

Did you know that the largest indoor mall in North America is in Edmonton? Learn more about all things shopping and entertainment here. Visit an Oilers ice hockey game or attend a comedy show. Find out what you can do in Edmonton!

 

West Edmonton Mall

The largest indoor shopping mall and entertainment complex in North America can be found in Edmonton and has truly everything. You can shop here for hours without getting bored, with both major brands and smaller local boutiques. Even if you are not into shopping, a visit to the West Edmonton Mall is an absolute must. With an indoor amusement park, subtropical pool, a movie theater, skating rink, hotels and much more, this is a place where there is something for everyone. A number of new stores including UNIQLO, Louis Vuitton, Canada Goose and SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker opened in 2019. Tip: The West Edmonton Mall is a convenient stop on the way to Jasper National Park or on the way back.

 

 

Premium Outlet Collection Mall

This brand new mall is Edmonton’s only outlet. You can easily spend a whole day there as it features more than a hundred big and smaller brands selling their products for less. The outlet is conveniently located less than four minutes by car from Edmonton International Airport. Shop till you drop!

 

Ice District & 104th Street Promenade

If you are looking for a place where you can find everything, you can go to ICE District. This complex houses many stores, the Rogers Place arena where the Oilers and Oil Kings ice hockey teams play and regular concerts of the best artists take place. You will also find a casino and other upscale entertainment venues. Stroll along the 4th Street Promenade, where you’ll encounter local stores, restaurants and perfect photo backdrops, such as the Neon Sign Museum. In short, for a night of entertainment, the ICE District is the place to be.

 

 

The Citadel Theatre

When the lights dim and the heavy red curtains swing open, you can expect an evening of laughter, excitement, raw emotion and pure entertainment. The Citadel Theatre, a five-theater multipurpose complex in the Downtown Arts District, is Canada’s largest regional theater center.

Visit a hockey game

Starting your winter vacation in style and spectacular? Attend an ice hockey game of the Edmonton Oilers! Make sure you get your tickets in time, because this is one Canadian party you don’t want to miss. The Edmonton Oilers play home games at the state-of-the-art Rogers Place, which opened its doors to the public in 2016. The stadium is a sight in itself. The junior ice hockey team, the Edmonton Oil Kings, also play games at Rogers Place stadium, so chances are you can catch a game when you are in Edmonton!

An evening of comedy

Edmonton also has a lot to offer when it comes to comedy. For example, you can come see Rapid Fire Theatre ‘s improvised comedy shows. On Friday night, you can enjoy TheatreSports where two teams compete against each other for the best jokes. Or come to CHiMPROV on Saturday night and watch global comedy crews take the stage to perform the funniest improvised jokes. For both shows, tickets cost about $14/ €10.

Grindstone Theatre is another theater worth seeing. In addition to comedy shows, you’ll also find festivals and a restaurant here!

Old Strathcona & Whyte Avenue

Bohemian street Whyte Avenue is located in the hip and trendy Old Strathcona neighborhood. The neighborhood is known for the many forms of art and culture found here. There are also many local boutiques, unique art galleries and music stores as well as trendy restaurants and cafes. In short, it is a wonderful street to store and dine on a winter afternoon.

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