February Events in Edmonton: Films, Blues, Hockey & More! [2025]

February is a busy time of year in Edmonton! If you're looking for something to do in the middle of winter, here's a list of events happening locally, from music festivals to sports.

International Festival of Winter Cinema

Not only does the International Festival of Winter Cinema (IFWC) take place during winter, but the films themselves are winter-themed. Think of mountains, snow sports, winter weather, culture, and more. The IFWC is part of the Silver Skate Festival, one of the best Edmonton winter festivals, and holds the honour of being "the world's only free outdoor winter film festival."

The films are shown on a unique giant snow screen, which is exactly what it sounds like: a movie screen made from snow! In addition to the films, there's a silent auction and concessions. To help with the cold, there's a heated tent and several fire pits to keep visitors warm.

• Date: February 7–16, 2024
• Location: Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park, 13221 Buena Vista Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 2R7

Edmonton Oilers Hockey Games (& One PWHL Game!)

One thing Edmonton is especially well-known for is supporting its hometown sports teams—especially the Oilers, the local NHL team. For those who may not know, hockey legend Wayne Gretzky played for the Oilers, leading the team to an impressive four Stanley Cups in the 1980s.

This February, there are two Oilers home games when fans have the opportunity to experience the action and excitement firsthand. On Feb. 1, the Toronto Maple Leafs come to town, and on Feb. 7, the Oilers take on the Colorado Avalanche. The team is off for a couple of weeks after that for the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament.

Regardless of who the visiting team is, the atmosphere inside Rogers Place is renowned for being loud and lively. Aside from watching the action on the ice, Rogers Place also has various concessions, merchandise, music, and other forms of entertainment throughout the game.

The cost of attending an Oilers game generally ranges from $50 to $200 per ticket. However, this varies depending on several factors, including the seating section, opponent, and day of the week.

If you'll miss Oilers home games in the back half of the month, you're in luck: Rogers Place is hosting a neutral-site PWHL game between the Toronto Sceptres and Ottawa Charge. This game is Feb. 16 at 2 p.m.

• Dates: Feb. 1, 7, and 16
• Location: Rogers Place, ICE District, 10220 104 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0H6

Edmonton Blues Society Winter Blues Festival

The non-profit Edmonton Blues Society (EBS), whose mission is "to be referred to as 'The heartbeat of a vibrant blues community'," hosts the annual Winter Blues Festival every February. Essentially a giant celebration of Edmonton's blues music scene, the festival features a wide range of local and international blues musicians and bands.

This year's Winter Blues Festival will be held at St. Basil's Cultural Centre on Feb. 8, and tickets range from $55/$60 (members and non-members, respectively) to $70 at the door. Doors open at 3:30 p.m., and the show starts at 4:30 p.m. with students from the Center of Arts and Music leading things off. Other performers for the 2025 festival include Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne, JW-Jones, Guitar Rumble, and Kirby Sewell.

• Date: Feb. 8, 2025
• Location: St. Basil's Cultural Centre, 10819 71 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 0X8

Performing Arts February Performances

Just like it does for much of the year, the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra has several shows during February for residents and visitors to enjoy. The February schedule features:

• Feb. 6 at 7:30 p.m.: Schubert, Strauss & Saint-Saëns
• Feb. 7 at 8 p.m.: Piano & Prosecco, includes one free or beverage item
• Feb. 13 at 7 p.m.: B-Sides, a registration-only program where you get to sit with a musician for a rehearsal
• Feb. 21 & 22 at 7:30 p.m.: Tchaikovsky & Scottish Fantasy, and there's a prelude presentation starting at 6:45 p.m. both evenings for guests to learn about the pieces in the concert
• Feb. 28 at 7:30 p.m.: Broadway & Hollywood: Epic Choral Hits, featuring tracks from Star Wars, The Sound of Music, and more

Meanwhile, there are a couple of musicals over at The Citadel Theatre. Frozen: The Broadway Musical is in town from Feb. 1 through March 1, and A Midsummer's Night Dream: The 70s Musical arrives Feb. 22 and stays until late March.

• Location: Winspear Centre, 4 Sir Winston Churchill Sq NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 4X8 & The Citadel Theatre, 9828 101 A Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5J 3C6

Enjoy Edmonton This February

Edmonton in February is an exciting, fun-filled time. Some of Edmonton's most beloved and well-known events are held during winter when the city is blanketed in snow, and don't forget about all the fun on Valentine's Day. Here, you'll never run out of things to do and see, even when it's freezing out. Pick an event that fits into your schedule, and take part in what Edmonton has to offer this month!