Celebrate the Season at the Alberta Legislature
Visitors can celebrate the holiday season by exploring the illuminated Legislature Grounds and taking in the seasonal lights. Inside the Legislature Building, guests can listen to festive musical performances staged in the rotunda. Both seated and standing areas are provided to enjoy the live performances.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
The festive musical performances are free.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Edmonton
Accessibility
Rotunda seating is limited, with priority given to those with mobility issues.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Pair a performance in the rotunda with a walk around the Legislature Grounds, which are lit up for the holidays every December.
- Head for the west side of the Legislature Building, where the public entrance is located.
- Choirs, bands and other musical groups who want to take part can email the 2026 performer application form to EventsCoordinator@assembly.ab.ca.
- Come to Light Up the Legislature on December 1 to see the grounds lit up before the performance series starts.
Special Events & Promotions
- Light Up the Legislature on December 1 lights up the Legislature Grounds before the performances begin.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Celebrate the Season?
It's the Legislative Assembly's yearly holiday celebration. The Legislature Grounds are lit up, and there are free musical performances in the Legislature rotunda and on the grounds.
Who is performing this year?
The 2026 performance schedule hasn't been posted yet.
How can my choir or band perform?
Performer applications are open. Fill out the 2026 application form and email it to EventsCoordinator@assembly.ab.ca.
Which door do I use to get into the Legislature Building?
The public entrance is on the west side of the building.
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