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Y ENTERTAINMENT
PJ MASKS LIVE  Dec 11 — The heroic trio from your
favourite series, The PJ Masks, is coming to Edmonton to
save the day! Join Catboy, Owlette, and Gekko as they leap,
flip, and climb to conquer villains. Winspear Centre, 4 Sir
Winston Churchill Sq., 780-428-1414. pjmaskslive.com
Map 3-J3 D
FESTIVALS
ALL IS BRIGHT FESTIVAL  Nov 25 — Delay the coming
of the dark winter season by celebrating all that is bright in
the great outdoors! From brilliant light displays designed by
local artists to live musical acts, everything at this fantastic
fest is free and fun for the whole family. 124 St. between
102 Ave. & 108 Ave. 124street.ca Map 1-C4 N
FESTIVAL OF TREES  Nov 30 – Dec 3 — This annual
fundraiser for the University Hospital Foundation boasts
a stunning display of over 100 gloriously decorated
Christmas trees, with special events such as a fashion
show, a gala, and a pancake breakfast with Santa! Shaw
Conference Centre, 9797 Jasper Ave., 780-407-2786.
festivaloftrees.ab.ca Map 3-J5 D
HOLIDAYS & OBSERVANCES
NEW YEAR'S EVE DOWNTOWN  Dec 31 — Bid farewell
to 2017 and welcome in 2018 at the largest New Year’s Eve
event in the city! Enjoy live music, family-friendly activities,
roving performers, ice-skating, fireworks, and more. Visit
the website for details. Sir Winston Churchill Square, 102
Ave. & 100 St., 780-442-5311. edmonton.ca Map 3-I3 D
SPECIAL EVENTS
CELEBRATE THE SEASON  Dec 7 – 23 — The first day
of this month-long event features a choir performance
and the Premier's ceremonial turning on of the colourful
lights outside the Legislature buildings. During the rest
of the month, guests can enjoy afternoon and evening
choir performances when visiting the Legislature rotunda.
Alberta Legislature Building, 9820-107 St., 780-427-7362.
assembly.ab.ca Map 3-B8 D
LUMINARIA  Dec 1 – 3 — Stroll through candle-lit
pathways, sip on hot apple cider, cozy up by a bonfire,
enjoy seasonal music, and shop for handmade gifts in this
seasonal display. University of Alberta Botanic Garden,
Located on Hwy 60, 5 km North of Devon, 20 minutes
from West Edmonton Mall, 780-987-3054.
Sponsors & Supporters
MIKE TYSON  Nov 25 — The world's most illustrious
heavyweight boxing champion, Mike Tyson, is taking his
one-man show back on the road to share some untold
stories during his time in the ring. Meet and greet tickets
are also available. River Cree Resort & Casino, 300 East
Lapotac Blvd., Corner of Whitemud Dr. & Winterburn Rd.
(215 St.), Enoch, 780-484-2121. Map 1-A5
PETER MANSBRIDGE  Nov 24 — After retiring as
the anchor for CBC's The National, Mansbridge is now
touring across Canada to share his thoughts on the most
compelling stories, people, and events from his career.
Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 11455-87 Ave., 780-
427-2760. Map 1-D4 S
Discover something
“new” this Christmas.
THE SCIENCE BEHIND PIXAR EXHIBITION  Through
Jan 7 — Discover how the artists and computer scientists
behind the beloved animated films used science,
technology, art, engineering, and math to bring your
favourite characters to life! Each section of the interactive
and engaging exhibit focuses on a different step in the
process, so you can walk through the stages of production
from start to finish. TELUS World of Science—Edmonton,
11211-142 St., 780-451-3344. Map 1-C3 W
THE SINGING CHRISTMAS TREE  Dec 14 – 17 — This
local Christmas tradition provides fun and holiday wonder
for the whole family! A 35-foot Christmas tree comprised
of 150 singers, thousands of dazzling lights, and a live
orchestra set the tone for a whimsical holiday season.
Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 11455-87 Ave., 780-
427-2760. Map 1-D4 S
ZOOMINESCENCE  Dec 1 – 31 — Stroll around the
zoo with a hot chocolate and admire the dazzling light
installations created by local artists and celebrate the
winter season at this annual festival of light every weekend
in December! Edmonton Valley Zoo, 13315 Buena Vista Rd.
(87 Ave.), 780-442-5311. Map 1-C4 W
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