Sir Winston Churchill Square

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People working out in Churchill Square in the summer.

Come to Sir Winston Churchill Square to relax, eat, shop and play! Take a relaxing lunch break, stroll with family and friends or experience a world-class festival or community event.

Sir Winston Churchill Square is a safe, family-friendly, vibrant and lively urban plaza in the heart of Edmonton’s downtown. The pavilions, public art, water features and seating areas create a vibrant public space.

Current and Upcoming Events

Date	Event Name	Time	Location
November 1	Project Red Ribbon Campaign Launch	9-10am	City Room
November 4-29	City of Edmonton - Display for Housing Month	During building hours	City Room - West
November 8	Edmonton Multicultural Innovative Society - Tai-ji and Dance Practice	9:30-11:30am	City Room
November 11	Loyal Edmonton Regiment - Remembrance Day Ceremony	10-11:30am	City Room & Churchill Square
November 13	City of Edmonton - Metis Week Recognition Event	1203:30pm	City Room
November 14	City of Edmonton - Anti-Racism Grant Showcase	11am-1pm	City Room
November 16	City of Edmonton - Okimaw Awards	11:30am-1:30pm	City Room
November 17	Edmonton Multicultural Innovative Society - Tai-ji and Dance Practice	Noon-2pm	City Room
November 17	Edmonton Qipao Club - Chinese Dance Practice	2:30-4:30pm	City Room
November 23	Ukrainian Canadian Congress Edmonton Branch - Holodomor Commemoration	12:30-3pm	City Room

Note: Changes may occur as events are changed, confirmed or cancelled.

Lunch Truck Program

The Churchill Square Lunch Truck Program operates weekdays during the spring, summer and fall. Some weekends will have food options during festivals and events. Come down and enjoy the variety of food and options available.

Date	Food Truck	Time
Saturday Oct 5	El Mero Mero	Noon-3pm

Note: Schedule may change due to inclement weather or truck availability.

Interactive Sign Installation

Visit the “Edmonton” sign in Sir Winston Churchill Square! This innovative installation welcomes visitors downtown, serves as a vibrant photo backdrop and brings life to the heart of the city. In winter, the sign lights up the Square, while in summer, it travels to festivals and City-owned facilities. The Edmonton sign was funded primarily from the Downtown Vibrancy Fund with additional funding support provided through Prairies Economic Development Canada.

Experience this family-friendly, interactive art piece that transforms the negative space of the Edmonton letters into dynamic photo opportunities, showcasing local artists. Designed by Vignettes Showcase Inc™ in collaboration with Métis and Cree artist Michelle Sound and Nehiway/Dene/Métis artist Crystal Clark, it was inspired by the concept of what home means to everyone who occupies our shared land.

Measuring over 32 feet long, the sign features a shallow, sloped roof that echoes the expansive rolling prairie plains. Step inside to gaze through the roof panelling at the sky, framing the sun, clouds and stars. The reverse side displays a rotating mural, allowing local artists to express their interpretations of home.

Behind the word “Edmonton,” a series of programmable LED lights creates a stunning light display, fading in and out of hues of yellow and blue. Come see it for yourself!

Artist Overview and Inspiration

Crystal Clark

Crystal Clark is a Nehiwayak, Denesuline, and Métis artist with ancestral ties to the Haudenshone/Nehiway of the Michel First Nation. Her work is deeply rooted in her Indigenous heritage, reflecting her personal connections to the land, water, and all living things. Her art serves as a medium to communicate the interconnection of Indigeneity and the natural world, and to honour her ancestors whose histories are intertwined with Alberta’s landscape. Through her artistic practice, she confronts the attempted erasure of Indigenous culture and identity, while celebrating the resilience and beauty of her people.

Crystal’s approach to this project incorporates elements from her “landEscape” series, where she reimagines a world where land, water, sky, and the movement of traditional fancy dance shawls converge to create a sense of interconnectedness. Her use of layered imagery, woodpecker-inspired holes, and snowflakes—crafted from Cree syllabics—symbolize Indigenous spirituality, language resurgence, and the coexistence of humanity and the environment. This piece invites viewers to experience a unique worldview that acknowledges the interdependence of all beings and affirms that “we are still here.”

Michelle Sound

Michelle Sound is a Cree and Métis artist and mother, and a member of the Wapsewsipi Swan River First Nation in Northern Alberta. She was born and raised on the unceded and ancestral territories of the xwmƏƟkwƏýƏm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and SƏĺílwƏtaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. Michelle holds a BFA from Simon Fraser University and a Master of Applied Arts from Emily Carr University of Art + Design. Her artistic practice explores themes of identity, family history, and Indigenous ways of knowing.

For this project, Michelle draws inspiration from Indigenous star knowledge and cosmology, reflecting the belief that we are all "star people" connected to the universe and each other. Her planned design of a star blanket panel will integrate Indigenous constellations and teachings of the moon, grounding the viewer in a sense of place and time that aligns with Indigenous epistemologies. The star blanket is not just a visual motif but also a metaphor for community, continuity, and connection to ancestors. Through her work, Michelle aims to remind viewers that no matter where we are, looking up at the sky can reconnect us with our ancestors and affirm that we are a continuation of their legacy.

These artists’ contributions to the project celebrate the diversity of Indigenous experiences and perspectives, offering a glimpse into the ways they honour their heritage and create a space for dialogue, healing, and understanding.

Amenities

Public washrooms within the Centennial Pavilion
Free internet access on Open City Wi-Fi
A Transit hub with the Churchill LRT Station, downtown bus routes and future Valley Line Platform connected to the site
Over 11,000 parking stalls within 800 meters
Seating throughout on benches, the EPCOR Amphitheatre and bistro tables
Venue is accessible
Edmonton Arts Council Shop & Services in the Centennial Pavilion
Connected to the Downtown Pedway system
Full range of electrical and mechanical services available to host events of all sizes

Location

Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, Alberta

Parking Walking / Biking

Features of the Square

EPCOR Amphitheatre
EPCOR Waterfall
Donor Recognition Wall
West Formal Gardens
Lunchbox Joe
Catching Neutrinos
Centennial Pavilion
South Pavilion
Realtor's Row
Union Promenade
East Formal Gardens
Metal Banners
Sir Winston Churchill Statue
Event Spaces

Event Bookings

Sir Winston Churchill Square is a flexible event venue that serves as a world-class festival site, a community gathering place and a start line for many runs and walks.

Booking

To get started, submit a Civic Events Application.

Fill Out Form

All events must be booked through Civic Events to:

Confirm the site can accommodate your event
Plan ahead for special services
Alert you to any conflicts with other groups coming to the same site
Inform you of any additional permits or permissions that may be required

Costs

Bookable spaces available at $40.75/hour
Civic services fees and additional permits vary. A Liaison will work to outline additional costs before hosting your event. Examples include:
- Electrical services
- Vending Permit
- Road closures services
- Custodial services
- Corporate Security

Contact Us

Civic Events and Festivals Section

Email	civic.events@edmonton.ca
Phone	311