Winterval 2025 has wrapped!
Thank you to everyone who came out on November 22 and filled downtown with winter cheer.
Downtown’s Cozy Kickoff to the holiday season
This year, 104 Street comes alive with lights, music, winter patios, and festive cheer. Local businesses join the celebration with giveaways, in-store specials, and seasonal treats to help you stock up, snack up, and soak up the spirit.
Business Activations
Location: A
Wayback Burgers
Swing by the EDBA tent for a little Winterval surprise — you could receive a ticket for a warm Wayback bite *while supplies last.
10412 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5J 1Z3
Location: B
Tiffin
$5 Veg Samosa and Chai combo. With special guest GABS building snowman crafts inside *while supplies last.
10404 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5J 4R5
Location: C
Bernadette’s
Gather ’round for fireside stories with Chef Scott from Bernadette’s.
10114 104 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 1A7
Location: D
Black Pearl Seafood Restaurant & Bar
Buck a shuck on the patio.
10132 104 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0B6
Location: E
Credo Coffee
Free kids’ drinks and cookies for all, available *while supplies last.
10134 104 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0B5
Location: F
Kelly’s Pub
Enjoy a free hot drink on a heated, pet-friendly patio with blankets, toques, DJ vibes, and pup treats.
10156 104 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 1A7
Location: G
Tony the Tailor
Warm up with a free hot chocolate or tea inside Tony’s shop *while supplies last.
10172 104 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 1A7
Location: H
DOSC
Vin chaud, apple cider, and hot chocolate served on the patio.
10190 104 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 1A7
Location: I
Birdog
DJ Johnny Infamous spins tunes on the patio. Drinks available at the pop-up bar.
10181 104 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0Z9
Location: J
The Cavern
Get cozy with a fondue cheese dog and mulled wine special.
10169 104 Street NW #2, Edmonton, AB T5J 1A5
Location: K
Fawkes Café & Bakery
Festive mirror photo booth, grab a pupcup for your pup, and look out for DaGrinch lurking around!
10137 104 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0Z9
Location: L
deVine Wines & Spirits
Complimentary warm drinks served in store with or without the spirits.
10111 104 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 1Y7
Location: M
Jack’s Burger Shack
Specially open for Winterval! Grab sliders on Saturday *while supplies last.
10354 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5J 1Y7
Location: N
Cask & Barrel
Keep the celebration going. The official Afterparty of Downtown Winterval.
10041 104 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 1Y7
Santa’s helpers are at work — more surprises await!
STREET ACTIVITIES
Discover the fun as you walk through historic 104 Street. Get your picture taken with a winter fairy, enjoy some maple taffy, and take a ride on one of our sleigh rides for a one of a kind downtown experience!
HORSE-DRAWN “SLEIGH” RIDES
Glide through downtown from 3PM–7PM. Hop on at Beaver Hills House Park for a loop through ICE District.
DO YOU WANT TO BUILD A SNOWMAN?
Make your own GABS snowman craft inside Tiffin. While supplies last.
PHOTOS WITH SANTA
Find him at the northeast corner of Jasper Ave and 104 Street for festive photos with friends, family, and pets.
ICE CARVING LESSONS
Make your mark in ice. Join Lil’ Chippers for interactive ice carving fun for all ages.
STREET HOCKEY
Pick-up hockey for the kids. Shoot, pass, and score on a mini street rink.
APRÈS SKI AREA
Skip the skis, feel the vibes. DJs, dancing, giveaways and a mobile sauna — see the DJ lineup below!
FOREST GUIDES BY KEN HACKE
Marvel at glowing ice-like sculptures with geometric layers that light up the imagination.
HOLIDAY PHOTO OPS
Find your festive backdrop! Snap a photo under the light tunnel or other holiday spots along 104 Street.
WARM-UP STATIONS
Cozy up by the fire. Fire pits will be scattered along 104 Street to help you stay toasty.
STREET PERFORMERS
Roaming fun for all ages! Strolling performers bring festive cheer to 104 Street.
STREET-WIDE WINTER PATIO
Sip, stroll, and enjoy! 104 Street becomes a lively winter patio — grab a drink and join the fun.
A CAPELLA BY ETOWN EXTENDED
Enjoy rich harmonies and reimagined pop hits from this 14-voice a cappella ensemble.
DISNEY ON ICE GIVEAWAY
Visit the EDBA tent and scan the QR code for a chance to win a 4‑pack of tickets for Sunday, Nov 23 at 3pm.
INDIGENOUS LIGHT BUS
See the Indigenous art-wrapped ETS bus light up with a Sokaris Studio projection every 30 minutes from 5:30–8 PM.
DJ LINEUP
Cool beats, warm vibes. Check out the DJs bringing the party to 104 Street!
APRÈS SKI WINTER BEATS
Your soundtrack for the Après Ski Area. Check out who’s spinning throughout the night.
3 PM to 4 PM
onisko
4 PM to 5:30 PM
Don Juan
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Boess
6:30 PM to 8 PM
Noise Complaint
BIRDOG WINTER PATIO PARTY
DJ Johnny Infamous takes over the Birdog patio with a special set. Enjoy drinks from the pop-up bar and dance to upbeat tracks!
3 PM to 8 PM
Johnny Infamous
KELLY’S PUB WINTER PATIO PARTY
Catch DJ Summermoon on a heated, pet-friendly patio with blankets, toques, free hot drinks, and pup treats.
3 PM to 11 PM
Summermoon
THE OFFICIAL WINTERVAL AFTERPARTY
CASK & BARREL’S POLAR PATIO CLUB
The fun doesn’t stop at 8 PM! Head to Cask & Barrel for live country-rock vibes with Tanyss Nixi & Friends on the Polar Patio.
7 PM TO MIDNIGHT
Tanyss Nixi & Friends
GETTING HERE
Bundle up and find your way to the fun! Winterval takes place along 104 Street between Jasper Avenue and 102 Avenue, easy to reach by car, LRT, or on foot.
Parking
There are plenty of parking options near 104 Street. Rates vary, so check online before you go:
- Vibe Parking – Edmonton Parking Locations
- Heads up: Vibe Lot 4 will be closed and used as our Après Ski Area during Winterval.
- SpotHero – Downtown Edmonton Parking
- Parkopedia – Edmonton Parking Map
- Impark – Edmonton Parking Locations
- City of Edmonton Parking Locations
Transit
104 Street is easily accessible by LRT and several bus routes that run along Jasper Avenue.
- The Bay/Enterprise Square Station (Capital Line) connects directly underground to 104 Street.
- The 102 Street Valley Line stop is just a couple of blocks away.
- The #5, #900X, #8 and the #2 major bus routes all stop at between 105 Street and 104 Street on Jasper Avenue.
Chill in the heart
of Festival City
WINTERVAL IS PRESENTED BY:
AND OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS:
FRIENDS OF DOWNTOWN:
