Five Frosty Weekend Activities in Regina: Frozen, Festivals & Comedy
As winter maintains its grip on Regina, the local entertainment calendar for February 20-22 offers a distinctly chilly theme with multiple frost-inspired events. Between the Frost Regina winter festival, Disney's Frozen musical at Globe Theatre, and the Snowed In Comedy Tour, residents have numerous options to embrace the season's spirit while enjoying indoor and outdoor activities.
1. Disney's Frozen Musical Extended Run
Winter isn't over yet in Regina, and neither is Globe Theatre's acclaimed presentation of Disney's Frozen. Originally scheduled to conclude this weekend, the production has been extended for a second time due to overwhelming popular demand, with performances now running through March 15.
This weekend features four performances at Globe Theatre: Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. Based on the beloved animated film and Broadway adaptation, Frozen tells the story of sisters Elsa and Anna navigating a kingdom suddenly plunged into winter.
"Full of magic, music, and adventure, it's a story that speaks to all ages and reminds us that love can light the way, even in the coldest of winters," says an online preview. The production combines theatrical spectacle with the heartwarming narrative of familial bonds tested by secrets and magical forces.
2. Frost Winter Festival Final Weekend
The cold-weather theme continues as Frost Regina wraps up its third and final weekend of winter programming from Friday through Sunday. This comprehensive festival offers a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities across multiple locations including REAL District, downtown Victoria Park, and the Warehouse District.
Confederation Park at REAL District serves as a central hub featuring an Indigenous village with crokicurl, street hockey, a mega snow hill, and warming fire pits. Adjacent Mosaic Stadium hosts an Olympic-themed winter park offering biathlon simulations, skiing, snowshoeing, Blizzard Bounce, and Winter Bubble Soccer.
Additional attractions include an indoor marketplace with interactive games, educational displays, and hot snack options. The festival provides diverse experiences suitable for all ages seeking winter recreation and community engagement.
3. Snowed In Comedy Tour Returns
Comedy takes center stage as founder Dan Quinn brings his national Snowed In Comedy Tour to Casino Regina Show Lounge on Friday night. Now in its seventeenth year, what began as a winter-inspired concept has grown into Canada's largest comedy tour.
"What started 17 years ago as a wild idea in the middle of a Canadian winter has snowballed into a full-blown national phenomenon," notes an online description. This year's edition promises to be "bigger, bolder, and funnier than ever" according to organizers.
The lineup features four acclaimed Canadian comedians: Dan Quinn (Just for Laughs winner), Paul Myrehaug (Great Canadian Laugh Off champion), Pete Zedlacher (six-time Canadian comedian-of-the-year nominee), and Erica Sigurdson (CBC's Debaters regular).
4. An Evening with Opie & Friends
Fresh from a cross-Canada tour, psychic medium Opie Kreft returns to Regina for a special engagement at Conexus Arts Centre on Saturday night. Described as a "soulful evening of laughter, tears and messages from beyond," this event offers a unique blend of entertainment and spiritual exploration.
The performance combines Kreft's psychic readings with emotional storytelling, creating an intimate experience for attendees interested in paranormal phenomena and personal connections.
5. American Rock Legends Tribute
For music enthusiasts, Casino Regina Show Lounge presents American Rock Legends: A Tribute to John Fogerty, CCR and Bob Seger on Saturday night. This musical tribute celebrates the classic rock era with faithful renditions of iconic hits from these legendary artists.
The performance offers audiences an opportunity to experience the timeless sounds of classic American rock in an intimate venue setting, providing a nostalgic counterpoint to the weekend's other winter-themed offerings.
With these five distinct options spanning theater, outdoor festivals, comedy, spiritual exploration, and musical tribute, Regina residents have ample opportunities to make the most of the winter weekend while supporting local arts and entertainment venues.
