Edmonton Event Calendar

Things to do in Edmonton with kids

Discover what’s happening in Edmonton for families today, this weekend in our popular Edmonton Weekend guide, and beyond. Browse upcoming kid-friendly events, activities, and the best free things to do in Edmonton.

Eagles Summer Camps at King’s: Volleyball Camp
Aug
24
to Aug 27

Eagles Summer Camps at King’s: Volleyball Camp

  • 9125 50 Street Northwest Edmonton, AB, T6B 1Y6 Canada (map)
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Boys Camp #1

The Eagles Volleyball Camp boys aged 11-14 is a 4 day camp that focuses on the basic skills of volleyball (attack, blocking, service reception, serving, defense, and setting), in an environment that is fun and emphasizes teamwork and Christian values. Participants will be coached by members of the King’s Men’s Volleyball team and coaching staff.

Boys Camp #2

The Eagles Volleyball Camp boys aged 11-14 is a 4 day camp that focuses on the basic skills of volleyball (attack, blocking, service reception, serving, defense, and setting), in an environment that is fun and emphasizes teamwork and Christian values. Participants will be coached by members of the King’s Men’s Volleyball team and coaching staff.

Boys Camp #3

The Eagles Volleyball Camp for boys aged 15-17 is a 4 day camp that focuses on fine tuning basic skills and teaches players how to play more tactically. Sessions are designed to challenge players in the areas of personal goal setting, Christian values, teamwork and leadership. Participants will be coached by members of the King’s Men’s Volleyball team and coaching staff. 

Girls Camp #1

The Eagles Volleyball Camp for girls 15-17 years of age is a 4 day camp that focuses on fine tuning basic skills and teaches players how to play more tactically. Sessions are designed to challenge players in the areas of personal goal setting, Christian values, teamwork and leadership. Participants will be coached by members of the King’s Women’s Volleyball team and coaching staff with a ratio of 1 coach/5 participants.

Girls Camp #2

The Eagles Volleyball Camp for girls 14-16 years of age is a 4 day camp that focuses on fine tuning basic skills and teaches players how to play more tactically. Sessions are designed to challenge players in the areas of personal goal setting, Christian values, teamwork and leadership. Participants will be coached by members of the King’s Women’s Volleyball team and coaching staff with a ratio of 1 coach/5 participants.

Girls Camp #3

The Eagles Volleyball Camp for girls 11-13 years of age is a 4 day camp that focuses on the basic skills of volleyball (attack, blocking, service reception, serving, defense, and setting), in an environment that is fun and emphasizes teamwork and Christian values. Participants will be coached by members of the King’s Women’s Volleyball team and coaching staff (ratio of 1 coach/7 participants).

Girls Camp #4

The Eagles Volleyball Camp for girls 12-14 years of age is a 4 day camp that focuses on the basic skills of volleyball (attack, blocking, service reception, serving, defense, and setting), in an environment that is fun and emphasizes teamwork and Christian values. Participants will be coached by members of the King’s Women’s Volleyball team and coaching staff (ratio of 1 coach/7 participants).

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Little Sprouts Drop-in Nature Program
Aug
25

Little Sprouts Drop-in Nature Program

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

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Children's Makerspace Open Hours at EPL
Aug
27

Children's Makerspace Open Hours at EPL

Come discover all that the Children's Makerspace has to offer! Tinker with our loose parts wall, take a photo with our green screen, make music at our DIY DJ booth, learn how to code a robot, get help with a 3D design, and more. Drop in anytime during these open hours.

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Lunar Eclipse Viewing at RASC
Aug
27

Lunar Eclipse Viewing at RASC

  • 11211 142 Street Northwest Edmonton, Alberta, T5M 4A1 Canada (map)
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Watch Earth’s shadow move across the Moon during a deep partial lunar eclipse through one of our observatory telescopes and learn more about the Moon, eclipses and the night sky from RASC volunteers.

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Free Strathma Garden Explorers
Aug
28

Free Strathma Garden Explorers

  • 913 Ash Street Sherwood Park, Alberta, T8A 2G3 Canada (map)
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Garden Explorers starts at Strathcona Museum and Archives! Drop by from 10:30–11:00 AM for some garden fun. Kids 4+ and their grown-ups can help us plant the garden, do a simple activity, and take home a bean plant.

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The Advice Constellation: A Mentorship Circle in Edmonton
Aug
28

The Advice Constellation: A Mentorship Circle in Edmonton

  • 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 2V5 Canada (map)
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The evening opens with a Mentorship Panel featuring community leaders and changemakers, followed by The Advice Constellation Roundtable — small groups rotating between mentors and peers, with everyone contributing insight and no one simply sitting back and receiving.

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Little Sprouts Drop-in Nature Program
Aug
29

Little Sprouts Drop-in Nature Program

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

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Fort's Summer Send Off Celebration
Aug
30

Fort's Summer Send Off Celebration

  • 10006 100 Avenue Fort Saskatchewan, AB, T8L 0J3 Canada (map)
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This year, wrap up summer with a brand-new event: Fort’s Summer Send-Off, a full day of free, family-friendly fun at the Fort Heritage Precinct. Enjoy live entertainment, cultural experiences, and community activities as we celebrate Alberta’s heritage and spirit.

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Free Family Summer Bash
Aug
30

Free Family Summer Bash

Wrap up the season with the Family Summer Bash, an afternoon of food trucks, live music and entertainment, local vendors, face painting, sports and games, and family-friendly activities for all ages. The highlight is the 1K Kids Fun Run, where every participant receives a commemorative medal.

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Metro Cinema Annual Poster Sale
Aug
30

Metro Cinema Annual Poster Sale

  • 8712 109 Street Northwest Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 1E9 Canada (map)
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Metro Cinema holds its annual poster sale, offering theatrical posters pulled from the cinema's own archive alongside discounted merchandise, with free entry and every poster priced at five dollars. Metro's merch stays discounted for the rest of the month, with proceeds supporting the theatre's programming for the 2026/2027 season.

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Recycled Collage Self Portraits with Hannah Gelderman
Sep
1
to Sep 2

Recycled Collage Self Portraits with Hannah Gelderman

Make your own recycled collage portrait! This workshop uses easy to find craft supplies (old magazines, paper, glue and scissors) to create unique hand-cut collage self-portraits! Your instructor will demonstrate simple collage techniques that you can use to create a one-of-a-kind self-portrait!  

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Kejia Festival
Sep
4
to Sep 6

Kejia Festival

  • 9999 Grierson Hill Northwest Edmonton, Alberta, T5H 2G3 Canada (map)
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Kejia Festival brings Hakka Chinese street food, live performances, and family fun to Edmonton in a vibrant celebration of local culture.

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Edmonton Bike Park Grand Opening
Sep
5
to Sep 6

Edmonton Bike Park Grand Opening

  • 10380 Queen Elizabeth Park Road Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 6C6 Canada (map)
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Edmonton's Bike Park hosts its free grand opening at Queen Elizabeth Park on September 5th, with all-ages riding, races, a bike parade, and a Jump Jam.

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Good Note Harvest Festival
Sep
5

Good Note Harvest Festival

  • 510 Township Road 510 New Sarepta, Alberta, T0B 3M0 Canada (map)
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Good Note Harvest Festival, Sept 5 — a by-donation day of apple crushing, live bands, a DJ, weaving and dancing. Every dollar goes to the musicians.

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Harvest of the Past at Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village
Sep
12

Harvest of the Past at Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village

Celebrate Alberta's agricultural history with an old-fashioned fall harvest at the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village. Witness threshing demonstrations and other harvest activities in the historical village and chat with costumed interpreters to learn about the traditional fall harvest in east central Alberta.

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Free Schonsee Outdoor Movie
Sep
12

Free Schonsee Outdoor Movie

  • 5470 Schonsee Drive Northwest Edmonton, Alberta, T5Z 0N9 Canada (map)
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Bring the whole family out for a night under the stars! We're hosting a FREE screening of a great movie right here in our community. Grab your lawn chairs, pack your cozy blankets, and don't forget the snacks!

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Free Community Fun Day
Sep
13

Free Community Fun Day

  • 3935 114 Street Northwest Edmonton, Alberta, T6J 1M3 Canada (map)
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Community Fun Day at Enjoy Life Church, Sun Sept 13 at 11:30 a.m. Free food, family activities, and a welcoming crowd. No churchgoing required, all welcome.

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Felice Block Party
Sep
16

Felice Block Party

  • 10930 84 Street Northwest Edmonton, Alberta, T5H 1M7 Canada (map)
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The Felice Block Party will be a dynamic family friendly event featuring local vendors, food trucks, free activities and live entertainment.

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Drop in Observatory at University of Alberta
Sep
17

Drop in Observatory at University of Alberta

Come visit the University of Alberta's Observatory, located on the 5th floor of the CCIS building. On clear nights we'll be viewing star clusters, double stars, and nebulae. Starting in October, we should have good views of Saturn. The Moon will be visible on the evenings of September 17, 24, and October 22.

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2026 Free Fall Gallery Walk
Sep
19
to Sep 20

2026 Free Fall Gallery Walk

  • 124 Street Edmonton, Alberta Canada (map)
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Edmonton's Fall Gallery Walk returns Sept 19 and 20 on 124 Street. Wander six galleries with the kids and see Canadian art up close. Free family art outing.

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Calder Community League Day
Sep
19

Calder Community League Day

  • 12721 120 Street Northwest Edmonton, Alberta, T5E 5N4 Canada (map)
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Calder Community League Day in Edmonton, Saturday Sept 19, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. BBQ, games, a market, face painter, balloon twister, and kids' bounce units.

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Free St. Albert Dodge Double Feature Drive-In Movie Night
Sep
19

Free St. Albert Dodge Double Feature Drive-In Movie Night

  • 1155 Saint Albert Trail St. Albert, Alberta, T8N 7X1 Canada (map)
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Grab the family, load up the car and head to St. Albert Dodge for a free night of movies under the stars! The 7th Annual St. Albert Dodge Drive-In Movie Night features a double feature, with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie at 6 PM followed by Marty Supreme at 8 PM.

Gates open at 5 PM, and parking is first come, first served, so arriving early is a good idea. Food trucks will also be onsite with food and drinks available for purchase.

St. Albert Dodge Drive in Movie Night

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Drop in Observatory at University of Alberta
Sep
24

Drop in Observatory at University of Alberta

Come visit the University of Alberta's Observatory, located on the 5th floor of the CCIS building. On clear nights we'll be viewing star clusters, double stars, and nebulae. Starting in October, we should have good views of Saturn. The Moon will be visible on the evenings of September 17, 24, and October 22.

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Pumpkins After Dark
Sep
25
to Oct 31

Pumpkins After Dark

See 10,000+ hand-carved jack-o'-lanterns glow at Borden Park. Pumpkins After Dark lights up Edmonton Sep 25–Oct 31, 2026. Family-friendly, no jump scares.

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Drop in Observatory at University of Alberta
Oct
1

Drop in Observatory at University of Alberta

Come visit the University of Alberta's Observatory, located on the 5th floor of the CCIS building. On clear nights we'll be viewing star clusters, double stars, and nebulae. Starting in October, we should have good views of Saturn. The Moon will be visible on the evenings of September 17, 24, and October 22.

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Drop in Observatory at University of Alberta
Oct
8

Drop in Observatory at University of Alberta

Come visit the University of Alberta's Observatory, located on the 5th floor of the CCIS building. On clear nights we'll be viewing star clusters, double stars, and nebulae. Starting in October, we should have good views of Saturn. The Moon will be visible on the evenings of September 17, 24, and October 22.

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Drop in Observatory at University of Alberta
Oct
15

Drop in Observatory at University of Alberta

Come visit the University of Alberta's Observatory, located on the 5th floor of the CCIS building. On clear nights we'll be viewing star clusters, double stars, and nebulae. Starting in October, we should have good views of Saturn. The Moon will be visible on the evenings of September 17, 24, and October 22.

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Drop in Observatory at University of Alberta
Oct
29

Drop in Observatory at University of Alberta

Come visit the University of Alberta's Observatory, located on the 5th floor of the CCIS building. On clear nights we'll be viewing star clusters, double stars, and nebulae. Starting in October, we should have good views of Saturn. The Moon will be visible on the evenings of September 17, 24, and October 22.

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Edmonton Chocofest 2027
Apr
9
to Apr 10

Edmonton Chocofest 2027

  • Edmonton Inn & Conference Centre (map)
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Edmonton ChocoFest hits the Edmonton Inn & Conference Centre April 9–10, 2027. Kids 12 & under free with a ticketed adult. Chocolate tastings, makers, and demos all weekend.

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Little Sprouts Drop-in Nature Program
Aug
22

Little Sprouts Drop-in Nature Program

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

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Sherbrooke Book Fair
Aug
22

Sherbrooke Book Fair

  • 13008 122 Avenue Northwest Edmonton, Alberta, T5B 2M1 Canada (map)
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The inaugural Sherbrooke Book Fair brings together local independent bookstores, Canadian and local publishers, and a variety of book- and reading-related vendors for a celebration of literature and community

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Edmonton Riverhawks Movie Night
Aug
21

Edmonton Riverhawks Movie Night

  • 10233 96 Avenue Northwest Edmonton, Alberta, T5K 0A5 Canada (map)
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For entry, either attend the Riverhawks game on July 22 and make a donation to receive a free entry to the ballpark OR purchase a ticket for $5 at the gate to watch 'Rookie of the Year' with your community.

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Eagles Summer Camps at King’s: Eagles Junior Basketball Camp (Ages 15-18)
Aug
21
to Aug 23

Eagles Summer Camps at King’s: Eagles Junior Basketball Camp (Ages 15-18)

  • 9125 50 Street Northwest Edmonton, AB, T6B 2H3 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This is a 4 day camp for ages 11-14 that focuses on core Basketball skills in an environment that is both fun and engaging.  Participants will be coached by members of The King’s University Eagles Women’s and Men’s Basketball Teams and Coaching Staff. Includes Camp T-shirt.

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Edmonton Dragon Boat Festival
Aug
21
to Aug 23

Edmonton Dragon Boat Festival

Teams race dragon boats down the North Saskatchewan River at Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, with food and drink vendors, merchandise, and a lively crowd cheering paddlers on all weekend. Free to attend, rain or shine, run annually by the Edmonton Dragon Boat Festival Association since 1996.

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Free Strathma Garden Explorers
Aug
21

Free Strathma Garden Explorers

  • 913 Ash Street Sherwood Park, Alberta, T8A 2G3 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Garden Explorers starts at Strathcona Museum and Archives! Drop by from 10:30–11:00 AM for some garden fun. Kids 4+ and their grown-ups can help us plant the garden, do a simple activity, and take home a bean plant.

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Children's Makerspace Open Hours at EPL
Aug
20

Children's Makerspace Open Hours at EPL

Come discover all that the Children's Makerspace has to offer! Tinker with our loose parts wall, take a photo with our green screen, make music at our DIY DJ booth, learn how to code a robot, get help with a 3D design, and more. Drop in anytime during these open hours.

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Bugology 101 at Miquelon Lake
Aug
20

Bugology 101 at Miquelon Lake

Is a Lady bug really a bug? Some may think they are creepy crawlies, but insects and other invertebrates are fascinating critters with amazing adaptations! Come over and look at the secret lives of some of our tiniest park animals.

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Edmonton Dragon Festival
Aug
20
to Aug 23

Edmonton Dragon Festival

The Edmonton Dragon Festival takes over Kinistinâw Park August 20 to 23, 2026, bringing tens of thousands of visitors together for four days of athletics, storytelling, and food. The Pan American Lion Dance Sport Championship headlines the weekend, with elite troupes competing in a high-pole event judged on agility, strength, and artistry.

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Trashfest in Strathcona County
Aug
19

Trashfest in Strathcona County

Come learn about the waste system in Strathcona County. Enjoy free activities for the whole family while you learn about waste management. Get an up close look at a waste truck, find interactive games and waste trucks, and so much more. No cost. No registration required.

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Little Sprouts Drop-in Nature Program
Aug
18

Little Sprouts Drop-in Nature Program

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

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Eagles Summer Camps at King’s: Eagles Junior Basketball Camp (Ages 11-14)
Aug
17
to Aug 20

Eagles Summer Camps at King’s: Eagles Junior Basketball Camp (Ages 11-14)

  • 9125 50 Street Northwest Edmonton, AB, T6B 2H3 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This is a 4 day camp for ages 11-14 that focuses on core Basketball skills in an environment that is both fun and engaging.  Participants will be coached by members of The King’s University Eagles Women’s and Men’s Basketball Teams and Coaching Staff. Includes Camp T-shirt.

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