In the heart of Edmonton’s downtown, Sir Winston Churchill Square and City Hall Plaza are home to many world-class festivals and community events.
Come skate on the ice rink in winter, splash in the fountain in summer, check out the art and rotating exhibits, or listen in on a public meeting inside City Hall. The area can be enjoyed year-round.
The area features dynamic spaces that range from statues to commemorative recognition walls that offer residents and visitors opportunities to explore and enjoy the various displays.
Holiday Magic
Date: December 2-5, 2025
Time: 11am-1:30pm
Location: City Room, City Hall
Cost: Free!
City Hall will be filled with the festive sounds of the holidays during Holiday Magic. Stop in and enjoy delightful choral and handbell performances by Edmonton school choirs.
Bright Light Skate Night
Date: Saturday, December 13
Time: 4-8pm
Location: Sir Winston Churchill Square, City Hall and City Hall Plaza
Cost: Free!
Bundle up and head to Sir Winston Churchill Square and the City Hall Plaza on December 13, 2025, for Bright Light Skate Night.
New Year’s Eve
Date: Wednesday, December 31
Time: 6pm-midnight
Location: Sir Winston Churchill Square
Bundle up the family and head to Sir Winston Churchill Square to usher in 2026 at the City's New Year’s Eve Downtown Festival and Fireworks.
Upcoming Events
| Date | Event Name | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2 | Holiday Magic | 11am-1:30pm | City Room |
| Dec 4 | Holiday Magic | 11am-1:30pm | City Room |
| Dec 5 | Holiday Magic | 11am-1:30pm | City Room |
| Dec 6 | The Evening of Whispering Candles | Noon-4pm | City Room |
| Dec 7 | EKOSingers' Christmas Concert | 2-3:30pm | City Room |
| Dec 13 | Bright Light Skate Night | 4-8pm | City Hall Plaza |
| Dec 14 | Alberta Registered Music Teachers Association Student Piano Recital | 3-4:30pm | City Room |
| Dec 18 | Edmonton Winds Christmas Concert | 7:30-9pm | City Room |
| Dec 19 | Edmonton Multicultural and Innovative Society Tai Chi and Dance | Noon-2pm | City Room |
| Dec 31 | New Year's Eve Downtown Festival and Fireworks | 6pm-Midnight | Churchill Square |
Edmonton Arts Council Events
All events take place at Churchill Square
| Date | Event Name | Time |
|---|---|---|
| No events scheduled |
Current Exhibit
Exhibits can be found inside City Hall in the City Room.
| Date | Event Name |
|---|---|
| Nov 29-Jan 11 | Northern Alberta Lego Users Guild - LEGO Display |
| Dec 1-31 | Canada Palestine Cultural Association - Cultural Display |
Note: Changes may occur as events are changed, confirmed or cancelled.
Go out and have some fun at this popular downtown skating surface in the heart of the city, surrounded by festive lights and the City Hall building.
City Hall Rink may close due to inclement weather or air quality alerts. Check Facility Notifications for the latest status.
The rink is not open yet this season.
Book an Event
To host an event at Churchill Square or City Hall Plaza, submit a request at least 8 weeks before your preferred event date.
Planning an Event?
City Hall Plaza and Sir Winston Churchill Square are flexible venues that can be booked for many types of events.
Location
1 Sir Winston Churchill Square Edmonton, AB
Hours
Access City Hall through the southwest and southeast entrances. Visitors can expect a security screening and bag check.
| Monday |
8am-6pm |
| Tuesday |
8am-6pm |
| Wednesday |
8am-6pm |
| Thursday |
8am-6pm |
| Friday |
8am-6pm |
| Saturday |
10am-6pm |
| Sunday |
10am-6pm |
Holidays: 10am-6pm