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JazzYYC & NMC Present: Omar Sosa & Seckou Keita SUBA Trio

Join National Music Centre and JazzYYC for an evening with SUBA Trio — featuring GRAMMY-nominated composer and pianist Omar Sosa, kora master and singer Seckou Keita, and percussionist Gustavo Ovalles.

With music spanning the Atlantic, SUBA Trio is a collaboration between seven-time GRAMMY-nominated composer and pianist Omar Sosa and Senegalese kora master and singer Seckou Keita, featuring Afro-Venezuelan percussionist Gustavo Ovalles.

Deep Freeze: A Byzantine Winter Festival

The enchantment of Deep Freeze Festival is set to transform the winter landscape on Alberta AvenueJanuary 17 & 18, 2026. Step into the heart of Edmonton’s Alberta Avenue District for a magical celebration of winter, art, and culture. Deep Freeze honors the Olde New Year, blending timeless traditions with contemporary creativity, making it a unique event that captures the beauty of winter and the spirit of community.

Creative Incubator

Good Women Dance Collective is excited for the eighth edition of the Creative Incubator, a week-long creation workshop facilitated by dance-theatre artist Amber Borotsik.  

Artists of all disciplines bring their current ideas and interests to work on while surrounded by the creative energy and input of their peers and community members. 

The week will include facilitated exercises, sharing and discussion between participants, opportunities for collaboration, and an informal public showing/sharing at the culmination.

Deadline to apply is January 2.

Deep Freeze: A Byzantine Winter Festival: Behind the Scenes Crew Connections - Volunteer Info Session

Behind the Scenes Crew Connections - Volunteer Info

Festival Crew Connections is a special evening info session on Sunday, December 14th with two sessions: One at 12:00pm and one at 1:30pm. Sign up for a drop-in gingerbread competition, free hot drinks and snacks, and meet crew leads to learn more about Deep Freeze: A Byzantine Winter Festival! 

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Deep Freeze: A Byzantine Winter Festival - Chatty & Chill Crew Connections: Volunteer Info Session

Chatty & Chill Crew Connections

This is a special evening info session on Saturday, December 13th Thursday, with two sessions: One at 2:00pm and one at 3:30pm. Sign up for a drop-in gingerbread competition, free hot drinks and snacks, and meet crew leads to learn more about Deep Freeze: A Byzantine Winter Festival! 

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Deep Freeze: A Byzantine Winter Festival - Winter Connect: Campus Edition - Volunteer Info Session

Winter Connect: Campus Edition - Volunteer Info Session

Winter Connect: Campus Edition is a special evening info session on Thursday, December 4th with two sessions: One at 5:00pm and one at 6:30pm. Sign up for a drop-in gingerbread competition, free hot drinks and snacks, and meet crew leads to learn more about Deep Freeze: A Byzantine Winter Festival. This info session is designed with students in mind, so bring some friends and come down to the Carrot to learn about January volunteer opportunities!

Sketch Night at The Carrot

Sketch Night at the Carrot - December 23

Looking for a supportive space to create art? Mingle with like-minded artists for a sketching session where you can work on projects, discuss new ideas, and unleash your creativity. Don’t forget to bring your own supplies and get ready to dive into the world of art with us!

Location: The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse (9351 - 118 Ave)