Road closures, police presence planned for post-Oilers games in Edmonton

Oilers fans watch Game 1 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs in Edmonton's Ice District, April 21, 2025. (Siddi Chudal, CityNews)

Posted June 6, 2025 11:03 am.

Last Updated June 6, 2025 4:23 pm.

Edmonton police are advising the public of temporary road closures and an increased security presence following all Edmonton Oilers home games.

Vehicular traffic will be restricted on 104th Avenue between 101st Street and 105th Street. Eastbound traffic on 105th Avenue will also be closed from 102nd Street to 101st Street.

Officials are warning of significant traffic delays in the downtown area, particularly around the ICE District.

The Edmonton Police Service says fans can expect a substantial increase in police and private security personnel in central Edmonton.

Officers are urging people to celebrate responsibly and plan safe rides to and from festivities. Police say disorderly conduct, fighting and impaired driving will not be tolerated.

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