Frost Festival returns to Queen City for fourth year

The Regina Downtown Business Improvement District (BID), City of Regina and REAL District announced the return of the Frost Festival for a fourth-straight year.

“This partnership showcases the best of our city,” said festival chair and Downtown BID executive director Judith Veresuk. “We can’t wait to host this thrilling event.”

“The annual Frost festival is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy our winter city,” says Mayor Chad Bachynski.

Organizers unveiled some new programming as part of Thursday’s announcement.

Making its first appearance in the Queen City is ‘The Grind,’ an urban-style snowboarding event.

“We are thrilled to welcome Canada Snowboard and The Grind to Regina in 2025,” said Sandra Jackle, President and CEO of the Regina Hotel Association. “Hosting this electrifying street-style snowboarding event in the heart of our city is a testament to how Regina shines as a cool, bold and dynamic winter destination.”

The Grind is a premier street-style snowboarding series that showcases Canada’s top riders in iconic urban environments across Canada.

“Residents and visitors won’t want to miss this incredible event plus all the fun festivities that are sure to create lasting memories,” Bachynski added.

Snowboarding events are scheduled over two days between Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 at Victoria Park.

Returning Classics

Wascana Centre will once again be the destination for free family fun featuring dogsledding, horse and wagon rides, skating on the Rink on Wascana, as well as games and activities for the whole family.

Regina’s Warehouse District will come alive with unique indoor activations, including live entertainment, artisan markets, delicious food and beverage experiences and interactive family-friendly activities.

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Aside from hosting The Grind, Regina Downtown will have public skating back on their Rink @ City Square and also will have live entertainment on site, along with additional programming.

Frost will have less of a presence at the REAL District in 2025.

Any REAL-oriented programming is moving to Victoria Park to turn the space into a hub or winter activities.

This year, Frost visitors will have the ability to catch programming at each hub throughout the day.

Downtown will be activated on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the day and in the evening.

While Wascana Centre will only host activities on Saturday and Sunday, the Warehouse District will host evening programming at local businesses and bars throughout the festival.

“As presenting sponsor of Frost Regina, we are pleased to be part of the festival’s success and special connection it has built within the community,” said Heather Ryan, FCL CEO. “We pride ourselves on being locally invested, community-minded and giving back.”

Festival organizers are searching for volunteers ahead of the event.

“We truly couldn’t do it without them,” Mayor Bachynski said.

To learn how to get involved with Frost Regina, visit their website.