Edmonton

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald

Edmonton's landmark château-style hotel perched on the bluffs overlooking the North Saskatchewan River valley. Known as 'The Mac,' this 1915 grand hotel offers sweeping views and classic elegance, and has hosted visiting teams and dignitaries since the earliest days of Edmonton hockey.

JW Marriott Edmonton ICE District

Directly connected to Rogers Place via pedway, the JW Marriott is the ultimate Edmonton fan hotel. Opened as the Ice District's anchor hotel, it offers skyline views, a rooftop bar, and the convenience of walking indoors to Oilers and Oil Kings games even in the depths of Alberta winter.

Matrix Hotel

Sleek downtown boutique hotel near the Alberta Legislature with contemporary rooms and a whisky lounge. Its location puts Oilers fans within walking distance of Rogers Place and the Ice District's buzzing pre-game scene.

Metterra Hotel on Whyte

Boutique hotel on Edmonton's lively Whyte Avenue strip surrounded by restaurants, pubs, and live music venues. Oilers fans and CFL Elks supporters love the neighborhood energy, with easy LRT access to Rogers Place and Commonwealth Stadium for gameday.

Where to Eat in Edmonton

Dalla Tavola

Intimate Italian restaurant in the Ritchie neighbourhood earning acclaim for house-made pasta and seasonal Italian dishes. A favourite date-night spot for Edmonton foodies and Oilers fans looking for a refined pregame dinner away from the arena bustle.

Duchess Bake Shop

Charming French-inspired patisserie on 124th Street known for exquisite croissants, macarons, and seasonal tarts. Edmonton fans swing by for a pre-game pastry and espresso before heading to Rogers Place for Oilers matchdays.

Hardware Grill

Set in a restored 1911 heritage building downtown, Hardware Grill has been Edmonton's premier fine dining destination for over two decades. The menu celebrates Alberta ingredients including bison, elk, and local produce. Fans treat themselves here before or after Oilers games at nearby Rogers Place.

High Level Diner

A beloved Edmonton institution near the university district where hockey fans gather after Oilers games for enormous portions of comfort food at reasonable prices. The weekend brunch lineup on playoff mornings is legendary among locals. The community-oriented atmosphere and eclectic menu make it a perfect post-match destination for visiting sports fans.

Tres Carnales

Downtown Edmonton's most beloved taqueria serves authentic Mexican street food that draws long lines daily. The al pastor and carnitas tacos are outstanding, and the horchata is house-made. Located in the Ice District near Rogers Place, it is the go-to pre-Oilers game fuel stop.

Best Bars in Edmonton

Craft Beer Market Edmonton

Sprawling craft beer hall in the ICE District with over 100 taps and a prime location steps from Rogers Place. On Oilers game nights, the orange-and-blue faithful flood in for pregame pints and postgame celebrations in one of Edmonton's liveliest venues.

Mercer Tavern

Upscale cocktail bar in a heritage building on Whyte Avenue known for creative craft cocktails and charcuterie. Oilers fans head here for a refined post-game drink after the energy of Rogers Place.

Situation Brewing

Whyte Avenue craft brewery with a sleek modern taproom and rotating small-batch beers brewed on-site. Oilers fans pile in before and after games at Rogers Place, making it a key stop on Edmonton's growing craft beer trail during hockey season.

The Bower

Intimate craft cocktail lounge on Jasper Avenue known for seasonal menus and house-made bitters and syrups. A refined postgame retreat for Oilers fans looking to cap off a night at Rogers Place with expertly mixed drinks.

The Pint

In the heart of the Ice District steps from Rogers Place, The Pint is Edmonton's premier game-day sports bar. Massive screens, a lively crowd of Oilers faithful, and a menu of elevated pub food make it the epicentre of Edmonton's hockey culture on game nights.

Wayne Gretzky's Restaurant & Bar

The Great One's sports bar and restaurant in Edmonton is covered floor-to-ceiling in Gretzky memorabilia documenting the most decorated career in hockey history. The four Stanley Cup championship jerseys, golden Oilers gear, and personal photos make this a genuine hockey shrine. Fans travel from across North America to dine beneath Gretzky's original equipment.

Fan Attractions in Edmonton

Art Gallery of Alberta

The striking steel-and-glass gallery in downtown Edmonton showcases Canadian art — a sophisticated cultural stop between Oilers games at nearby Rogers Place.

Commonwealth Stadium

One of the CFL's iconic outdoor stadiums, Commonwealth hosts Edmonton Elks games and was the site of legendary Grey Cup battles. The open-air atmosphere in a crisp Alberta autumn evening is a distinctly Canadian sporting experience. The 1978 Commonwealth Games legacy gives the stadium an athletic history beyond football.

Edmonton Downtown Farmers' Market

Running steps from Rogers Place on 104 Street, Edmonton's beloved Saturday market lets sports fans fuel up on perogies, bison sausage, and Alberta honey before a game. Local vendors give visiting fans a genuine taste of Edmonton culture beyond the arena.

Edmonton Oilers Hall of Fame

Located within Rogers Place, the Oilers Hall of Fame traces the dynasty years of Gretzky, Messier, Coffey, and Fuhr through the club's five Stanley Cup championships. The permanent exhibits include the actual Cups won in 1984-1990 alongside original jerseys, sticks, and personal artefacts. Hockey fans will find this one of North American sport's most emotionally charged museum experiences.

Ice District & Wayne Gretzky Fan Walk

Walk through the Ice District, Edmonton's massive entertainment zone surrounding Rogers Place. Pass the Wayne Gretzky statue, explore pre-game gathering spots, and soak in the hockey atmosphere of Canada's most passionate northern hockey city.

Ice District Plaza

The outdoor plaza at Ice District hosts thousands of fans before and after Oilers games, with giant screens for outdoor viewing and food trucks in every direction. On playoff nights the plaza fills to capacity and the roar from the outdoor crowd matches the arena inside. The Ice District is Edmonton's answer to Maple Leaf Square and arguably surpasses it for atmosphere.

Oilers Team Store at Rogers Place

The official Edmonton Oilers flagship retail experience inside Rogers Place stocks authentic jerseys, autographed memorabilia, and ICE District-exclusive gear. Game-day crowds create a buzzing atmosphere where fans swap stories and gear up before puck drop.

Rogers Place

Home of the Edmonton Oilers and one of the NHL's newest and most technologically advanced arenas, Rogers Place sits at the heart of the Ice District entertainment precinct. The Connor McDavid era has made this the most exciting building in hockey and the pre-game atmosphere in the Ice District rivals any arena in North America. The Wayne Gretzky tribute outside is a must-see for any hockey fan.

Rogers Place Arena Tour

Tour Rogers Place, the gleaming 18,347-seat home of the Edmonton Oilers and one of the NHL's newest arenas. Located in the Ice District, the arena features the largest HD scoreboard in the NHL and celebrates the Oilers' dynasty-era heritage with Wayne Gretzky tributes.

Rogers Place Ice District Fan Zone

The Ice District surrounding Rogers Place is Edmonton's purpose-built sports entertainment neighbourhood, with outdoor screens, pop-up fan zones, and heated viewing areas for playoff hockey. During Oilers playoff runs, the district becomes a sea of copper, blue, and orange stretching several city blocks. The Great Hall inside Rogers Place extends this fan precinct experience indoors.

Wayne Gretzky Statue & Plaza

The life-size bronze of The Great One outside Rogers Place is the most-photographed sports landmark in Western Canada. Every hockey fan making a pilgrimage to Edmonton begins and ends here. The statue's outstretched arm pointing toward the arena is the pose of a man who defined an era of hockey dominance that Edmonton has never stopped celebrating.