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11 Events to Kickstart Your January in Edson & Area

The new year is here along with a fresh set of exciting activities and events to help kickstart your January. Read on to discover our list of 11 can't-miss events happening in Edson & area this month!


1. Edson Resource Fair

Edson Community Resource Fair event poster

Start the New Year strong by attending the Edson Resource Fair on January 11 to discover resources, services and supports to help you achieve all your 2025 goals. Whether it’s wellness, family support, learning new skills, arts, culture, volunteering, joining a new group or building connections, there’s something for everyone to discover.

 

Edson Royal Canadian Legion Joe Wynne Branch #51 (5016-5th Ave., Edson)

January 11 | 11-2 pm

 

2. Vision Board Workshop

Woman creating a vision board
Photo by gpointstudio on Unsplash.

Enhance your wellness this January by joining the Edson Community Development team for Winter Wellness Wednesdays – a series of weekly activities catered to adults to promote connection, creativity and exercise.


Envision your best 2025 with the January 15 Wellness Wednesday session dedicated to creating vision boards! Bring your goals and dreams to life as you craft a personalized vision board that inspires and motivates you. Supplies are provided, but feel free to bring along any motivational materials and make your 2025 the best year yet!

 

Griffiths Park Centre (5414-6th Ave., Edson)

January 15 | 6-8 pm

 

3. Youth Interagency Line Dancing

Edson Youth Interagency Learn How To Line Dance event poster

Youth ages 11-17 - Kick off the new year with some fun and energy at Youth Interagency's Line Dancing Class on January 15. Learn some cool moves, groove to great music, and have a blast with friends. No experience is needed—just bring your enthusiasm!

 

Griffiths Park Centre (5414-6th Ave., Edson)

January 15 | 4-5 pm

 

4. World LEGO Day

World LEGO Day Build Eddie poster

Celebrate World LEGO Day (January 28) with an exciting challenge—build your own LEGO version of Eddie the Squirrel, the Town of Edson's mascot, for a chance to win a great prize!


To enter, take a clear photo of your creation and email it to communications@edson.ca with your name, age and phone number for contact purposes. The submission deadline is January 17, so be sure to have your entries in before then. Voting will take place from January 20-27 on the Town of Edson's Facebook page, and the entry with the most likes will win a prize.


Don't miss this chance to showcase your creativity!

 

Submission deadline: January 17

 

5. Sabres Excel U-13 1 hockey tournament

Group of kids sitting on a bench with hockey gear during a game
Photo by Ron Lach on Pexels.

Head down to the Edson & District Leisure Centre on January 18 to cheer on the Sabres Excel U-13 1 hockey team as they take to the ice in an exciting and fast-paced tournament. Be sure to check out the raffle tables in support of the team.

 

Edson & District Leisure Centre (1021-49th Street, Edson)

January 18

 

6. Women's Fitness Conference

Two woman at a spin class
Photo by Freepik.

Ladies! Discover your new favourite ways to stay active this year at the Women’s Fitness Conference on January 18. Try a variety of fun, local fitness activities and connect with amazing women including two keynote speakers who share your passion for health and wellness. Gifts, prizes, snacks and lunch will be provided.


Fitness classes and activities will include:

  • Beginner Spin Class at Hype Spin Studio

  • Circuit Fitness Class with Andrea Longman

  • Learn to Dance with Edson Dance Academy

  • Try Archery

  • Edson Taekwondo Club Experience

  • Beginner Yoga Class at Edson Yoga Collective

  • Learn How to Golf with Edson Golf Course

  • Try Out Pickleball with the Pickleball Club


Registration closes January 13, so be sure to sign up to save your spot!

 

Best Western High Road Inn (300-52nd Street)

January 18 | 9-5 pm

$100/person

 

7. World Snow Day

Yellowhead County World Snow Day poster

Head out Bear Lake Park & Campground on January 20 to join Yellowhead County in celebrating World Snow Day! Explore the beauty of winter and enjoy fun activities such as sleigh rides, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and more. Don't miss out on a day full of snowy fun!

 

Bear Lake Park & Campground (Township Road 551A, Yellowhead County)

January 19 | 1-3 pm

 

8. FireSmart Community Series

Yellowhead County FireSmart Community Series event poster

Join Yellowhead County for the FireSmart™ Community Series this January and February to learn how to make your home, farm, or acreage FireSmart and help build a safer community. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to win one of five home sprinkler kits or portable fire pits. You'll also receive everything you need to know about purchasing your own sprinkler kit.

 

Rosevear Hall (15201 Twp Road 550, Yellowhead County)

January 21 | 4-7 pm


Cadomin Hall (Cadomin, AB)

January 23 | 4-7 pm

 

9. Wellness Wednesdays - Jeopardy

Wellness Wednesday Jeopardy Game Night event poster

Calling all Jeopardy fans! Put your knowledge to the test at January 22’s Wellness Wednesday session as you participate in a special Jeopardy quiz. This event is open to ages 18+ and is completely free to attend. Enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks as you compete for the win!

 

Griffiths Park Centre (5414-6th Ave., Edson)

January 22 | 6-8 pm

 

10. Robbie Burns Night

Edson Masonic Lodge Robbie Burns Night event poster

The Edson Masonic Lodge invites you to their annual Robbie Burns Night on January 25 to celebrate the renowned poet and all things Scottish. Enjoy a special Scottish menu with haggis, catered by Shekinah Coffee, and live music featuring the Edson Pipes and Drums Band. Tickets can be purchased at the Galloway Station Museum and Patterson's Part Supply.

 

Galloway Station Museum, Travel Centre & Archives (223-55th Street, Edson)

January 25 | 5:30 pm

 

11. Wellness Wednesdays - Chinese New Year

Wellness Wednesdays Chinese New Year event poster

Celebrate Chinese New Year with the Town of Edson Community Development team on January 29 at the final Wellness Wednesday session of the month! Join them to ring in the Year of the Snake with special festivities and activities.

 

Griffiths Park Centre (5414-6th Ave., Edson)

January 29 | 6-8 pm

 

Which events will you attend in Edson & area this January?



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