Artist rendering of the accessible lakefront path.
Artist rendering of the accessible lakefront path.

Hawrelak Park is temporarily closed for rehabilitation of utilities, facilities, open spaces, paths and roads.

Events at William Hawrelak Park

Events at William Hawrelak Park have been temporarily relocated while the park is rehabilitated.

  • The Silver Skate Festival has relocated to Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park.
  • The Freewill Shakespeare Festival has relocated to Louise McKinney Riverfront Park.
  • The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra’s outdoor concert series has moved to various locations throughout the greater Edmonton area. Please visit the Winspear Centre website for concert dates and locations.

Project Update - Fall 2025

The William Hawrelak Park Rehabilitation Project is approaching the end of construction. The project continues on time and on budget.

Throughout 2025, substantial progress has been made on landscaping and park facilities, including the picnic shelters, Main Pavilion and the operations yard.

The following project work has recently been completed:

  • Paving of roadways and pathways
  • Installation of the new playground equipment
  • Cleaning, reshaping and filling of the lake
  • Installation of permanent power in the park
  • Repairs to the Trans Canada Trail, which will provide a better user experience and control erosion while minimizing the impact on this protected natural area

The remaining rehabilitation work includes:

  • Electrical and mechanical work in the facilities
  • Finishing details in the playground and Heritage Amphitheatre
  • Landscaping, including sod placement and tree planting

Construction is anticipated to be completed in the coming months. As construction activity slows down, the City will prepare the space (installing picnic tables, benches, signage, etc.) and staff to safely reopen the park to the public. The park is anticipated to reopen in winter 2025/2026.