17 Things to do in Edmonton this weekend with Kids - August 4-6, 2023
Here are the best things to do in Edmonton this Weekend with Kids
Friday
Watch a Show at the Greenshack
Every weekend you can find Greenshacks shows scattered all over Edmonton that combine arts, music and popular locations in playgrounds throughout the city. Find the full schedule, and see what’s on the calendar, here.
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Coding Lab for Kids: Code Your First App
Code and create as a family with Swift Playgrounds using iPad. Kids will experiment with code and design an app using the About Me playground. They’ll use Swift code to customize their app with fun fonts, background colours, Memoji and more. Then you’ll work together to bring their app to life. Recommended for kids ages 10 and up. Devices will be provided.
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Learn about Nature with FREE Big Lake Nature Programming
Every weekday through the summer months there’s free nature programming for kids and families in Edmonton. This week, at Big Lake, you can learn about nocturnal animals at Big Lake, during this free, informative session designed for families in Edmonton, with both morning and afternoon sessions available to choose from.
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Saturday
Make a FREE Make and Take LEGO Heart Box
Come celebrate National Friendship day with us: bring your kids – and their besties – in-store to create their own heart-shaped box* out of LEGO®. You can stop by your local Toys R Us store to take part in this activity, while supplies last, no registration required.
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Take a Glow in the Dark Yoga Class
This weekend, take a glow in the dark yoga class. You’ll just need to show up for this outdoor class (with mosquito spray on!) and take part in an all-levels glow yoga class in the park. This class is all-ages friendly.
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Free Apple Camp for Kids: Code Your First App
Code and create as a family with Swift Playgrounds using iPad. Kids will experiment with code and design an app using the About Me playground. They’ll use Swift code to customize their app with fun fonts, background colours, Memoji and more. Then you’ll work together to bring their app to life. Recommended for kids ages 10 and up. Devices will be provided.
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FREE Making Music with Beth Portman
Beth Portman is a dynamic vocalist, ukulele player and songwriter. Beth expands her solo performances by incorporating layers of harmonies and percussion recorded live and pre-recorded on her looper station (neatly stored in a picnic basket). A one-of-a-kind experience that’s playful, fresh and in the moment.
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FREE Design Your Dream Invention Workshop at Apple
Think like an inventor and follow the process from brainstorm to blueprint. Using iPad and Apple Pencil, we’ll work together to develop ideas that improve our neighbourhoods. Then, we’ll turn them into trading card–style GIFs using Keynote and Freeform. Return visits are encouraged. Recommended for ages 8–12.
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FREE Weave a Bookmark at Al Fresco on 104th
In this workshop, you will be guided by Master weaver Kim McCollum to create your own bookmark utilizing a tabletop tapestry loom. This workshop is limited to four participants per timeslot and the minimum age is 10. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Fairy Berry Festival at Prairie Gardens
This weekend, it’s the Fairy Berry Festival at Prairie Gardens and children seven and under get free admission if they’re dressed up for the fun! Take a fairy finding tour and find family fun in the gardens, all weekend long at Prairie Gardens Adventure Farm.
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Climb the Wibit at MacEwan Pool
Every Saturday, you can spend the afternoon climbing the Wibit during the drop in swimming session for families and all ages at Macewan University. It’s a fun way to spend the day climbing - and perfect if you’re trying to cool off and stay out of the sun - or if it’s not warm enough to spend the afternoon at an Edmonton outdoor pool.
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Try Something New at the Heritage Festival
Try something new at Heritage Festival! The Edmonton Heritage Festival 2023 is the world's largest three-day festival celebrating multiculturalism. The festival allows patrons to experience the world's cultures without leaving the city. Everything from live cultural music and dances to arts, crafts, and food can be found at the Edmonton Heritage Festival 2023.
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Get out of Town for Aqua Days
This weekend, it’s Aqua Days at Cold Lake. Try the zipline into the water and take part in a full, fun day of activities for the whole family at one of our favourite beaches in Alberta. There’s watersports, a dinosaur exhibit, face painting, live music, a giant slip n slide and even fireworks to end the night!
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Sunday
Take a Tour at The Art Gallery
Join our knowledgeable Education and Learning staff on a tour of current exhibitions and discover key ideas, hidden gems and fun facts about the featured artists and artworks. Don’t forget, children are free entry into the gallery, every day!
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Michaels Makebreak Free Crafts
Come in-store and make a free project with us, we are making fidget toys that can help you concentrate at school or work! All supplies are included in the fun, and free activity.
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