Queen City Digest
Your friendly, positive roundup of what’s happening in Regina
Happy Friday, Regina 👋
If this week felt like it had 12 Tuesdays, you’re not alone. Today’s mission: keep your day simple, bundle up like you mean it, and give yourself a real weekend plan (so you’re not “what should we do tonight?”-panicking at 6:18 pm).
In today’s edition
🌬️ The wind is still the main character (and it’s colder)
☀️ A weekend warm-up on the way
📰 5 fresh local updates (no crime, no politics)
🍴 Support local: a “treat yourself” stop for this weekend
🎟️ Weekend game plan: 15 things to do (grouped + skimmable)
📅 Week-at-a-glance planner
🌤️ Weather / “how to live your life” forecast
Today (Fri): Very windy and much colder, with intervals of sun + cloud. High -13°C / Low -27°C.
Saturday: Not as cold, some sun, breezy later. High -5°C.
Sunday: Windy + colder again. High -12°C.
How to live your life today:
Do one outdoor task (15 minutes max), then retreat.
Park away from wind tunnels if you can (downtown corners are spicy today).
Make Saturday your “long walk / fun errand” day.
📰 The news you should know (fresh + positive)
A big solar project is coming near Regina
SaskPower announced a 100-megawatt solar facility will be built southeast of Regina near Lajord. The project is being positioned as one of the province’s larger solar developments, and SaskPower says the generation could supply power for a significant number of homes.
Why it matters: It’s a tangible “future Regina” infrastructure win — and it’s close to home.
Taste of Cathedral is back (and it’s fueling the Arts Festival)
The Cathedral Village Community Association is bringing back Taste of Cathedral on Jan. 31 as a fundraising night to support the 35th annual Cathedral Village Arts Festival. Expect a food-forward evening with local participation and that classic Cathedral “see everyone you know” energy.
Why it matters: It’s an easy way to support a signature Regina arts tradition (and have a fun night out doing it).
A Regina concert is rallying to rebuild a community fridge
A group of Regina musicians are organizing a show to help rebuild a community fridge, with a pay-what-you-can approach to keep it accessible. The article notes it’s tied to a community-minded “Art for Change” vibe and points to a clear local goal: getting practical help back in place.
Why it matters: It’s a very Regina move — art + community + “let’s just fix it together.”
A mental health gala is returning to Regina
The Champions for Mental Health Dinner and Gala is back in Regina, hosted by the Schizophrenia Society of Saskatchewan, featuring a keynote, dinner, and a silent auction to support mental health initiatives.
Why it matters: It’s a meaningful “dress up for a cause” option on the winter calendar.
Warehouse District is already teasing WAREHOUSE@FROST
The Warehouse District is promoting WAREHOUSE@FROST (Jan 27–Feb 4) — a winter festival stretch that’s become a nice “get out of the house” anchor in late January.
Why it matters: Your future self (late-January you) will be grateful you knew this was coming.
☕ Support local: make this your “warm-up stop”
This weekend, pick one cozy outing and make it feel intentional: go somewhere local, stay 20 extra minutes, and actually enjoy it (book, conversation, people-watching — dealer’s choice).
If you need inspiration, Local Market (1377 Hamilton St) keeps popping up as a venue for Candlelight concerts and downtown events — a good “support local” option to pair with a walk around the core.
Your move: Choose a night (Fri or Sat) and make it your tiny tradition: warm drink + downtown wander.
🎉 Weekend game plan (15 things to do)
Tonight (Friday)
Men Without Hats
Fri, Jan 16 / 8:00 pm / Casino Regina Show Lounge / Tickets ($35–$39.50)U of R Cougars vs Alberta Pandas — Women’s Hockey
Fri, Jan 16 / 7:00 pm / Co-operators Centre / TicketsThe Creepy Boys Present: SLUGS
Jan 15–16 / 7:00 pm / Artesian / Tickets
Saturday
Winter in Wascana
Saturdays in January / 1–4 pm / Wascana Centre / FREERegina Pats vs Victoria Royals — “Be a Superhero Night”
Sat, Jan 17 / 6:00 pm / Brandt Centre / TicketsCandlelight Concert: Tribute to ABBA
Sat, Jan 17 / Local Market / TicketsPoltava Malanka (Ukrainian New Year Celebration)
Sat, Jan 17 / Regina Performing Arts Centre / Tickets ($75)J.P. Cormier
Fri, Jan 17 / The Artesian / Tickets
Sunday (cozy + wholesome)
Angels 4 Warmth (learn fibre arts + volunteer vibes)
Sundays (Jan 4–Mar 1) / Sherwood Village Library branch / Details + registration as listedBrowse the Prairie Dog events calendar (always a good “what’s happening?” cheat code)
Planning ahead
WAREHOUSE@FROST
Jan 27–Feb 4 / Warehouse District / Various eventsRegina BeerFest
Sat, Jan 24 / Conexus Arts Centre / TicketsR.S.O. Chamber: Free Library Concert Series
Listed on Tourism Regina calendar / Regina Public Library venue / FREEBeading Circle: Beaded Berry Bracelet (kits + registration details listed)
The Hangout (Sherwood Village)
Ongoing dates + activities listed / Drop-in
📅 Week-at-a-glance (Jan 16–19)
Use this like a menu. Pick what you want. Ignore the rest.
Fri (today) — Windy + cold: pick one thing tonight (show, game, or stay-in reset).
Sat — The best “go outside” day: Winter in Wascana + a fun night option.
Sun — Quiet community energy: a library program or cozy home day.
Mon — Mostly sunny, cold: plan a simple after-work walk (10 minutes counts).
That’s your Friday, Regina. If you do one thing this weekend: pick your Saturday plan now and stop negotiating with the group chat later.
Reply and tell me: are you a “Friday night out” person or a “Saturday main event” person?
And if you know someone who’s always asking what to do in Regina — forward this their way.