Things to do in Saskatoon: Your Weekend Event Guide
Hi, dear reader! 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!
Note that while the Market section is small, there are many places to shop local before Christmas! I hope you will. And are you wondering how to get your event listed? Click here for info. Please note that if you contact me after this list is published, I can’t guarantee I’ll get your message or be at my computer to add it late.
On now-Sun- Grand Slam of Curling at Merlis Belsher Place (Tier 2 games in Martensville) Single or multi event tickets available.
On now- 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- 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, 6-8pm nightly- Whoville at Ronald McDonald House A charming light walk in the garden of Seuss. Donations welcome!
On now- Glow at Prairieland, $25, $20/senior, $15/child
On now- Dancing Sky Theatre’s Franken-Panto at Harvest Hall, Meacham A family-friendly play featuring fun, comedy, talking animals, high jinks, and music. Meals available for purchase. $40, Youth: $20, Meal: $45
On now- Outlook Regional Park Winter Wonderland drive-thru If you’re looking for a Christmas themed drive, admission by donation to the park
Musicians register now, concert on Sat- BANDSWAP 2025 at Amigos. Musicians names go in the draw, bands are formed Fri, and they perform Sat. It can be really good or simply hilarious, like if 4 drummers are drawn for one band. Tickets are $25, benefiting Jill Mack memorial scholorship
Thurs 7pm- Story Jam: a Live Storytelling Open Mic (19+) at Art Bar. Have a story to work on? Come early for Story Lab at 6pm, a cozy writers’ circle with the chance to win $300 for best story of the season. Free admission for both
Thurs 7:30pm- GTNT’s Holiday Cabaret with Special Musical Guest Donny Parenteau & Band at Broadway Theatre, $23, $17/student or senior
Fri 4:30-7pm- Piano Friday at The Bassment with Don Griffith. Go enjoy the tinkling of the ivories, no cover.
Fri 7pm- Blades hockey at SaskTel Centre, check out family deals at $15/pp
Fri 8pm- Saskatoon Soaps live improv: Miracle at Nakatomi Plaza at Broadway Theatre $16
Fri & Sat 7:30pm- Fireside Singers Christmas Memories at TCU Place $67
Fri 9pm- Thrift Store Price is Right, Ugly Sweater Contest, and Karaoke at Blackrose Whiskey Club. Make a reservation
Fri- Mon- Pike Lake Festival of Lights- Pike Lake campsites are lit up with countless holiday displays. The campground will be lit up each night from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., with the last entrance into the park at 9:45 p.m. Walking tours will be available on December 19, with the remaining dates dedicated to driving tours. Visitors can stop by the Recreation Hall to warm up around a fire and buy some snacks (cash only, proceeds benefit the building of an accessible school playground). Tour is FREE with a park pass.
Fri-Wed- Wide Open Children’s Theatre Charming Colossal Christmas Celebration at The Refinery $17, $12/2-12
Starting Sat- 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
Sun 11am-4pm- Christmas Fest at Prairie Star Stables Horse rides, local vendors, music. About 20 min West of Saskatoon
Sat 1-4pm- Repair Cafe at Makerspace Mend Repair Café is part of the “Mend: Reduce, Reuse, Repair” initiative—a community-driven project dedicated to sustainability, education, and empowerment. These free events offer a collaborative, hands-on environment where our volunteers can help fix everyday items and keep them out of the landfill. This weekend’s focus is woodworking.
Sat 2pm- The Grinch movie at Round Prairie Library or catch Harold and the Purple Crayon at Mayfair Library, 4pm FREE
Sat 2pm- The Muppets Christmas at Broadway Theatre, presented by Procido Law free
Sat 7pm- Saskatchewan Rush pro lacrosse at SaskTel Centre, $25+
Sat 7pm- Flamenco Fiesta: a Christmas Celebration at Free Flow Dance Interactive dance workshop with live guitars, dress festive! $21, $10/child
Sat & Sun 11am-4pm-Modern Artmakers all-ages drop-in workshop at Remai Modern by donation, free for members & youth under 18
Sun 10am-noon- Can-Am Gymnastics Holiday Family Drop In, preregister $25
Sun noon-4pm- Winter Wonderland at Crossmount in support of Help One Family Christmas portraits (by donation), Frozen princesses, Grinch tractor rides, holiday ornament making, face painting, festive llamas, Saskatoon Dog Rescue, movie + popcorn, fire-pit s’mores & hot dogs 🌭🍫, and ice skating (bring your skates!). $20/vehicle, register in advance
Sun 2-9pm- Culture Connect TV Kids Day at Confederation Inn A multicultural event with games, activities, food, and more. Free entry, $5 for the food and games registration.
Sun- Dogsledding and sauna experience with Back 2 Nature Wellness at Blackstrap, $175,$110/kids
Sun 5pm- Nitro Circus at SaskTel Centre, $90
Sun 6pm- Light Up fin run & walk at D’Lish by Tish No sign up, no fee, just wear some twinkle lights, bundle up, and bring whomever you’d like on the 2km route. Free hot chocolate & treats after.
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MORE live music and beyond that’s not listed above:
Bon Temps Thursday 8-10pm- Open Mic
Black Rose Whiskey Club // Saturday: Christmas Superjam
The Bassment Friday: Nigel Mack’s SK Blues Attack // Saturday: The PianoMen: The Keys of Christmas // Sunday: Solstice is sold out
Black Cat Tavern Saturday: EH OH! LET'S GO! A Tribute To The Ramones w/ Cheap Wood
Buds on Broadway Thursday:Hard to Handle // Friday & Saturday:Rock Candy // Jams on Saturday afternoon and Sunday night
Green Room Friday: JUDAH WARDROPE | 19+ // Saturday: SKIITOUR | 19+
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 :)
