City Hall Plaza

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Photo credit: Steven Hope

City Hall Plaza is the outdoor plaza immediately connected to City Hall, home to Edmonton municipal government. The plaza's dominant feature is the newly refurbished fountain, a community hub to splash in over the summer and skate on in winter. The plaza can be enjoyed by citizens and visitors, across all 4 seasons.

Location

City Hall Plaza, Edmonton, Alberta

Parking

Walking / Biking

Accessibility

Graded entry into the fountain and outdoor ice rink
Accessible washrooms and fountain/skate change room
Accessible Plaza and seating areas
Well-lit area

Hours

Skate Change Room Hours: Fridays 5-9pm, Saturdays 10am - 9pm, Sundays 10am - 5pm. Free skate rentals are available during these hours.
City Hall Ice Rink: Open for the Season

Check Facility Notifications for fountain status before visiting.

Events at Churchill Square, City Hall and City Hall Plaza

Date	Event Name	Time	Location
January 16 - February 6	Jewish Federation of Edmonton: Shine a Light on Antisemitism - Mosaic Art Display	During building hours	City Room - West
January 27	Edmonton Arts Council: Ice Grooves	6-9pm	City Hall Plaza
January 28	Edmonton Arts Council: Ice Grooves	6-9pm	City Hall Plaza
January 29	Edmonton Arts Council: Swing'n Skate	1-4pm	City Room & City Hall Plaza
February 1	The National Black Coalition of Canada - Edmonton: Black History Month Opening	12:15-3:30pm	City Room
February 3	Edmonton Arts Council: Ice Grooves	6-9pm	City Hall Plaza
February 4	Edmonton Arts Council: Ice Grooves	6-9pm	City Hall Plaza
February 5	Edmonton Arts Council: Swing'n Skate	1-4pm	City Room & City Hall Plaza
February 10	Edmonton Police Services: Recruit Training Class #155 Graduation Ceremony	1-3pm	City Room
February 10	Edmonton Arts Council: Ice Grooves	6-9pm	City Hall Plaza
February 11	Edmonton Arts Council: Ice Grooves	6-9pm	City Hall Plaza
February 12	Edmonton Arts Council: Swing'n Skate	1-4pm	City Room & City Hall Plaza
February 17	Edmonton Arts Council: Ice Grooves	6-9pm	City Hall Plaza
February 18	Edmonton Arts Council: Ice Grooves	6-9pm	City Hall Plaza
February 19	Edmonton Arts Council: Swing'n Skate	1-4pm	City Room & City Hall Plaza
February 26	Edmonton Arts Council: Swing'n Skate	1-4pm	City Room & City Hall Plaza

The calendar is updated regularly with the upcoming month's information. Changes may occur as events are confirmed or cancelled.

Features

Fountain
Cenotaph
Friendship Clock Tower
Holodomor
Madonna of the Wheat
Fountain / Skate Change Room

Covered Walkway — The covered walkway provides shelter from the elements so that everyone can experience the plaza year round.
East Formal Gardens - North — The gardens link both Sir Winston Churchill Square and City Hall Plaza. The north green space features the Madonna of the Wheat sculpture along with a friendship garden offering a respectful space for the raising of a tipi.

Amenities

Public washrooms within City Hall
Seasonal public washrooms and change facilities in the fountain/skate change room
Free internet access on Open City Wi-Fi
A Transit hub with the Churchill LRT Station, downtown bus routes and future Valley Line Platform connected to the site
Over 11,000 parking stalls within 800 meters
Bench seating throughout
The Hallway Cafe in City Hall
Venue is accessible
Connected to the Downtown Pedway system
Full range of electrical and mechanical services available

Event Bookings

City Hall's primary use in summer is the fountain, and during winter is recreational skating. Events may be considered outside of those seasons.

Booking

To get started, submit a Civic Events Application.

Fill Out Form

All events must be booked through Civic Events to:

Confirm the site can accommodate your event
Plan ahead for special services
Alert you to any conflicts with other groups coming to the same site or Sir Winston Churchill Square
Inform you of any additional permits or permissions that may be required

Costs

Bookable spaces available at $39.75/hour
Civic services fees and additional permits vary. A Liaison will work to outline additional costs before hosting your event. Examples include:
- Electrical services
- Vending Permit
- Road closures services
- Custodial services
- Corporate Security

For More Information

Civic Events and Festivals Section

Telephone	780-944-7740
Fax	780-944-0042
Email	civic.events@edmonton.ca

City Hall Plaza

Location

Accessibility

Hours

Events at Churchill Square, City Hall and City Hall Plaza

Amenities

Booking

Costs

Planning Documents

See Also

Nearby Businesses

Nearby Attractions

Related Links

For More Information

Civic Events and Festivals Section