things to do in saskatoon in december 2026

Wolf Babe Collective presents "When Is Future? When Is Now?", an exhibition running through December. The opening reception happens Friday, September 25 from 7 to 9:30 pm, where you can see the work and meet people. The next day, Saturday September 26 from 3 to 4 pm, the collective sits down for a panel discussion to talk about the ideas behind the show.

The BHP Enchanted Forest returns to the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo for its 28th year with the drive-through holiday light tour the organizers bill as one of the longest-running in Canada. Roll through the park from the warmth of your car, tune your radio to 97.3 for Enchanted Forest Radio at the gates, and come any night of the season, including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve. Admission is $35 per car at the gate, for up to 7 people, with each additional person $10 and kids 5 and under free. Pre-purchased passes are $30 at Saskatoon and Warman Shoppers Drug Mart locations and Saskatoon Co-op food stores, liquor stores, and gas bars.

A two-day conference showcasing agricultural research findings from 2026. The event runs from Tuesday morning through Wednesday afternoon at the Western Development Museum, bringing together industry professionals to learn about the latest discoveries and advances in agronomy.

Jesse Roper brings his indie-infused Americana blues to the Capitol with his backing band the Pretty Good Band. He's known for high-energy live shows built on soulful vocals, skilled guitar work, and storytelling that draws comparisons to artists like JJ Cale and Leon Bridges. The band features Matt Reid on bass, Chris Van Sickle on keys, East Coast Pete on guitar, and Brent Norman on drums. Doors open at 6 p.m. for VIP ticket holders (reserved seating until 8 p.m.) and 7 p.m. for general admission. The show runs into the early morning hours.

A high-energy indoor cycling class set to music and rhythm-based choreography. The instructor, Izzy Girardin, leads dynamic intervals and resistance variations designed to challenge your cardio and build strength. The room stays motivational and inclusive, with modifications so riders of any fitness level can keep their own pace while feeding off the group energy. New riders must arrive ten to fifteen minutes early; late entry is not permitted.

Join Luminaire Theatre Works for an intimate musical journey about taking chances, making mistakes, and discovering who you might become when you stand at the edge of everything.

Night one of a five-night run of shows hosted by Kelly Taylor at the Capitol. The lineup is still being announced. Doors open at seven, and the show starts around nine. This is a 19-plus event, and you can buy individual tickets or book a table for a group.

A new stage adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's novel, told through Jo March as she recounts writing her famous book for her real-life sisters, who play the characters based on themselves. The March sisters' search for independence and womanhood is shaped by their mother Marmee and by their bond with one another. Runs December 2 to 20 on Persephone's main stage. Evening shows are at 7:30 pm with 2 pm matinees on December 6, 12, 13, 16, 19, and 20. December 2 and 3 are previews and December 10 is a pay-what-you-choose night. About 130 minutes, recommended for ages 8 and up.

The Broadway district hosts a four-hour holiday celebration on Thursday, December 3, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Outside, you can ride in wagons, roast marshmallows by cozy fires, and warm up with hot chocolate while browsing local holiday shopping. Inside the Cosmo Senior Centre, there's a Christmas market, a chance to visit Santa, write a holiday letter, and meet characters like Anna, Elsa, and Olaf. More merchant activities and seasonal experiences will be added as plans firm up.

Jeffery Straker performs a mix of classic and contemporary Christmas songs at the Bassment. The evening runs a single set of holiday favorites in an intimate jazz club setting.

A holiday party with dinner and comedy at The Park Town Hotel. Doors open at six, with appetizers at six-thirty and a full dinner service at seven-thirty before the show starts at nine. The menu includes turkey, ham, perogies, cabbage rolls, salads, roasted vegetables, and desserts. A DJ takes over at ten-thirty after the comedy set ends. Groups of six or more can reserve a table together by calling 306-667-6068.

The University of Saskatchewan Huskies women's hockey team plays the Regina Cougars at Merlis Belscher Place. The game includes a toque and mitt toss, so bring a warm hat and gloves if you want to participate. You can watch the game in person or stream it live on Canada West TV, and tickets are available through the university ticket office.

Teams compete in rounds of trivia exploring Ukrainian music, art, culture, literature, traditions, and history. Questions, music clips, images, and challenges are presented in both English and Ukrainian, so you can learn or practise the language while testing your knowledge. You don't need to be an expert to join. Come with friends or meet a team when you arrive, enjoy snacks and free non-alcoholic drinks, and compete for prizes and bragging rights in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

A 1960 Billy Wilder film about a junior insurance clerk who lends his apartment to executives for their affairs, then finds himself tangled up in the consequences. The story is set in New York and runs 125 minutes. This screening is part of Cinema at the Museum's December series exploring winter as a backdrop for themes of togetherness, power, isolation, and survival. The film contains mild violence, mild drug use, and sexual themes, and is recommended for ages 13 and up. Tickets are 10 dollars, and members and youth under 18 get in free. You'll need to check in at the front desk to receive an admission token.

The PianoMen bring a holiday show mixing jazz, blues, pop, rock, classical, and boogie woogie with Christmas songs. The night plays at the Bassment, a small intimate venue, so the sound stays close and warm.

Keegan Isaac and the Itsy Bitsy Big Band return to the Broadway Theatre with a new holiday show called Yuletide Swing. The 12-piece ensemble performs classic holiday songs in a 1940s-style swing arrangement, with Isaac leading on vocals in a Sinatra-like style. Saskatoon vocalist Sonia Reid joins for several featured performances throughout the evening. Doors open at 6:30 PM and the show starts at 7:30 PM.

Stacy Deville and the Dressed To Kills play a night of Kiss songs at the Black Cat Tavern. The band features members from Powerslave, Dead Shot Killers, Faker Paradise, and the Haunted North, so expect a lineup of local players trading the big Kiss hits. Doors open at nine, the room is nineteen and over, and the show runs into the early morning.

A high-energy indoor cycling class built around rhythm-based choreography, dynamic intervals, and motivational coaching. The instructors Ted Astillero and Cole Winterhalt lead you through a full-body workout that mixes cardio with resistance variations, set to an inspiring playlist designed to keep the energy up. All fitness levels are welcome, and modifications are offered so you can ride at your own pace while feeding off the group's energy. New riders should arrive ten to fifteen minutes early, as late entry is not permitted.

Remai Modern's Discovery Cinema series screens Ice Age, the 2002 animated film about Manny the mammoth, Sid the sloth, and Diego the sabre-toothed tiger on a comical quest to return a human baby to his father during the ice age. The eighty-one-minute film is appropriate for all ages and part of a Saturday matinee series showing winter and holiday-themed movies. Tickets are ten dollars, but members and anyone under eighteen get in free. You'll need to check in at the front desk to receive an admission token.

The Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra brings the beloved film Home Alone to life with a live orchestral performance. The orchestra plays John Williams' iconic score while the movie plays on screen, creating an immersive experience of the holiday classic.

The University of Saskatchewan Huskies men's hockey team plays the Regina Cougars at Merlis-Belsher Place. The game runs three hours and includes a toque and mitt toss during the action. You can watch it live in person or stream it online through Canada West TV.

The Saskatchewan Rush play the Vancouver Warriors in a professional indoor lacrosse matchup. The Rush are Saskatoon's National Lacrosse League team, and this regular-season game runs at SaskTel Centre.

One Bad Son, a Canadian rock band with over twenty years on the scene, plays the Coors Event Centre on December 5th. They've released five albums, two EPs, and sixteen singles, with their 2017 hit Raging Bull reaching number one on Canadian rock radio and staying there for four weeks. The band shared a bill with The Rolling Stones in front of 70,000 fans as part of the Stones' No Filter tour. After a period where founding members Shane Connery Volk and Kurt Dahl had to rebuild their songwriting partnership, they say the band is now having more fun than it has in years, and the songs are flowing better than ever. Doors open at 7:00 PM for this four-hour show. The venue is 19 and over only. VIP balcony tickets went on sale September 25th through September 28th, and general admission tickets went on sale September 28th.

Eileen Laverty performs at the Bassment, bringing folk, Celtic, and contemporary influences together in an intimate setting.

The Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra plays John Williams' full score live while the Home Alone film plays on screen. It is a holiday classic with a charming, memorable score that works beautifully in a concert setting. Families and anyone who loves the movie will recognize every musical moment as it unfolds on the big screen.

The Saskatoon Blades play the Regina Pats at SaskTel Centre. This is a WHL matchup between the two Saskatchewan rivals. If you're bringing youth, note that you need to buy at least one adult ticket first, then you can add up to three youth tickets for the same game. Youth tickets are also available in person at the box office with proof of your adult ticket purchase.

The Prairie Country Music Association hosts a jam session at Buds on Broadway. This is a live country music event where players gather to play together, trade songs, and celebrate the local country scene.

The Saskatoon Blades play the Lethbridge Hurricanes at SaskTel Centre. This is a regular-season Western Hockey League game. If you're bringing youth, note that one adult ticket is required to purchase up to three youth tickets for the same game. Youth tickets can also be bought in person at the box office, and you'll need to show proof of your adult ticket purchase.

Night two of a five-night Kelly Taylor series at the Capitol Music Club. Doors open at seven, and the show starts around nine. The lineup is still to be announced. Seating is assigned, and the room offers table options ranging from four to ten people, or individual seats at forty dollars each.

A holiday dinner party themed around fire and ice, held at the WTC at Prairieland Park.