Things to do in Saskatoon: Your Weekend Event Guide
Hi, dear reader …and Merry Christmas! Maygen aka “Sneaks” here. Every Thursday morning, I make a list of things to do in Saskatoon with an emphasis on low or no cost events. I volunteer to make these weekly guides. Your engagement on my social platforms, especially your interaction on my paid posts, is how my small business thrives. Find this list useful? Quickly go see & like my pinned posts (on Instagram OR tiktok OR on Facebook). And ooh if you’ve got a minute, I’d love your 5 star review on Google: https://g.page/r/Ceb8XSqjBBapEBM/review TIA!
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On now-Sun- A Christmas Story at Persephone Theatre Based on the much-loved film, this story captures childhood fantasy and the nostalgia of family Christmases past. A perfect family play! We loved it and the dates have been held over til the 28th. Be sure to see their deal of single seats which are selling at $30 2 hours before showtime. Please call the Box Office at (306) 384-7727 the day of to see if the promotion will apply for the performance time.
On now-Jan 4- BHP Enchanted Forest at Forestry Farm Park. A drive through attraction of lighted displays ($35/car with max 7 ppl, $10/pp in addition). Proceeds go to Saskatoon City Hospital Foundation.
On now- Eaton’s Once Upon A Christmas at Western Development Museum During the years following the Second World War, Canadians who shopped at Eaton’s in cities like Winnipeg and Toronto were treated to windows full of Christmas scenes and figures. Carols piped to the street wrapped the windows in the magical sounds of Christmas. These window displays make up the Western Development Museum’s Once Upon A Christmas exhibit. Included with museum admission.
On now- Champetre County Sleigh Rides Plus, explore the Lost Corral Maze, say Howdy to the barn animals and warm up by the campfire or in the Saloon with some tasty hot chocolate $27, $22/under 9
On til Sun- Glow at Prairieland, $25, $20/senior, $15/child
Fri 4:30-7pm- Piano Friday at The Bassment with Martin Janovsky. Go enjoy the tinkling of the ivories, no cover.
Fri 7pm- Boxing Day Bash with The Steadies at Capitol Music Club 19+, $30+
Fri 7- National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation movie at Remai Modern, $10, members and youth under 18 are free.
Sat 10:30am-3pm- Bird Count for Kids at the Saskatoon Zoo (drop in) Multiple counts through the day. Go get involved, meeting at the Affinity Learning Centre. Free
Sat, multiple times- Family Fun Club at Saskatoon Library Locations Family-friendly games and STEAM activities. Kids 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult, 7-9 may attend alone with a caregiver in the library during the event, 10 and over can be in the library/event unattended.
Sat 1pm- Hugo family movie at Remai Modern, $10, members and youth under 18 are free.
Sat 7pm- Blades hockey at SaskTel Centre, check out family deals at $15/pp. This is the Teddy Bear Toss game vs the Regina Pats. After the first Blades goal, launch your teddy bear over the glass and onto the ice with all stuffies donated to local families and charities over the holidays. Fans can bring their own teddy bears or purchase them at the game.
Sat 10pm- Karaoke at Amigos 19+, free!
Fri 9pm- Boxing Day Bingo at Black Cat Tavern 19+
Sat & Sun 11am-4pm-Modern Artmakers all-ages drop-in workshop at Remai Modern by donation, free for members & youth under 18
MORE live music and beyond that’s not listed above:
Black Rose Whiskey Club // Thursday: music bingo // Friday: karaoke
The Bassment Friday: Vesti & the Vexations // Saturday: GuitarFest: Sons of Django, Rory Lynch & the Moultet, and Neil Hendry
Buds on Broadway Friday: Darryl Anderson // Saturday: Harrison James Band // Jams on Saturday afternoon and Sunday night
Green Room Friday: HOMIES FOR THE HOLIDAZE | 19+// Saturday: SEQUENCE - 009: GREG GOW | 19+
TCU Place Monday: Toque
And remember…
Many skating rinks are now open including Clarence Downy Speedskating Oval and Cameco Meewasin
There are always free library events including BYOBook Club for any age, adult craft workshop, chess club, and storytimes for kids. Click for times & locations. No library card required.
Go feed chickadees at Beaver Creek free. Wed-Sun 9am-4pm
If the weather isn’t great or you need a break from the sun, see my indoor kids’ guide.
-Maygen
p.s. The hours I put into these weekend lists are 100% volunteer & “Influencer” is my job— your follows, likes, comments, and shares on my social media when I advertise events, businesses, and favourite items are the free ways you can support my small business. Make me happy and go give my pinned posts each a like :)
