Things to See and Do

Churchill Square is Live at Lunch!

Churchill Square offers escape, relaxation, a variety of food, free, family-friendly entertainment, and no-cost activities over the lunch hour. Visit the Edmonton Arts Council website for details and updates.  

Fun on the Square

Enjoy the Square between festivals and events! Sit and relax, take in the gardens and artwork, play a game of basketball, take advantage of free WiFi access, enjoy a variety of food vendors selling: hot dogs, mini donuts, waffles, smoothies, and kubasa or be entertained and get active with the no-cost activities.

Eat and Shop

There are also several eateries located around the Square including: Three Bananas Cafe (South Pavilion), L'Espresso Cafe (main floor Chancery Hall), Second Cup (main floor Stanley A. Milner Library), City Centre Food Court, Normand's (The Citadel) and Kids in the Hall (main floor City Hall).

Festivals and Events on the Square

Churchill Square is a great place to take part in a variety of festivals and events. Visit the events calendar for details.

See Festival-Going 101 for suggestions to keep the festivals and events on the Square safe and enjoyable for everyone.

Recreation

Get active at Churchill Square! Get your friends together and play a game of basketball. Two basketball hoops are set up in front of the East Gardens and are available on a daily basis for any player to use. Cool off in the City Hall pool during the summer months or skate on the ice rink in the winter.

Get Connected

While enjoying a break on the Square connect to free WiFi access.

Visit the Neighbours of the Square

Edmonton’s key venues can be found around the Square: The world-class Art Gallery of Alberta; the Winspear Centre concert hall; The Citadel Theatre, a premier venue for live theatre; the Stanley A. Milner Library, and the landmark City Hall.

For More Information

Civic Events Office