20 Family-Friendly FREE Holiday Events and Festivals for in Edmonton
Christmas is here and it doesn’t have to break the bank to get out and enjoy the season with the kids. Find Christmas festivals, events and activities to do with the kids this winter, right here:
Free Family-friendly Christmas Events and Festivals in Edmonton
Light Up Fort Saskatchewan - November 26, 2021
At this fun light up event, you can take socially distanced pictures with Saint Nick, warm up at our fire pits, take a custom photo at our photo booth (printed on-site as a take-away), grab an individually wrapped cookie and hot chocolate, take home a custom caricature print, take photos with our roaming characters such as Elsa, Anna and the Grinch, marvel as the Mayor reads T’was the Night Before Christmas, and lastly partake in the countdown as we Light Up City Hall.
Lite up the Nite Fireworks, Light-Up and Festival - November 27, 2021
Parade, hot chocolate stations, light up events and fireworks, there’s a fun, and free festival in Morinville to explore and kick off the holiday season in Edmonton area.
Christmas in Central Park - November 27, 2021
Join in the magical transformation of Central Park into a splendor of light! After being unable to hold a light up ceremony last year, we are pleased to return to Central Park with a renewed focus to celebrate culture, community connections, light, and the magic of winter at this free event.
Winter Whyte Light Up - November 27, 2021
Join the Old Strathcona Business Association as we light up McIntyre Park to kick-off the holiday season. On Saturday, November 27, we’re turning McIntyre Park into a winter wonderland and celebrating the holidays with a fun and family-friendly event!
Kingsway Drive by Parade - November 28, 2021
Nothing is more festive than a parade during the Holiday Season! Come join us for some fun and holiday spirit on Kingsway! The Big Guy in the Red Suit will be hitching a ride to Kingsway Mall where he will be dropped off.
Leduc Country Lights - December 1, 2021
Opening for the season, Leduc Country Lights isn’t free, but it’s almost free. At $2 per person to visit the 7 acres of Christmas magic, it’s a winter wonderland experience, on the cheap! You can pre-book your tickets online for the Christmas Lights.
Christmas Drive in Movie - December 3, 2021
Pack the blankets, snacks, and bundle up for a drive in movie for the holidays. This week, you can catch The Muppet Christmas Carol starting at 6 pm and The Santa Clause at 8 pm on the big screen. Entry is free, but you must reserve a ticket ahead of time for the show.
Winter Wonderland in Manchester Square - December 4, 2021
Come for the fun, and free, winter kids scavenger hunt, with ice sculptures, Live DJ, Anna and Elsa, Bell, a hoot chocolate station and an indoor market that you can hop for those last minute gifts from local vendors.
Downtown Edmonton Holiday Light Up Festival - December 4, 2021
Join the downtown crew every other Saturday on Sir Winston Churchill Square from noon to 8pm for free family-friendly programming and activities.
Christmas Drive in Movie - December 10, 2021
Pack the blankets, snacks, and bundle up for a drive in movie for the holidays. This week, you can catch Elf starting at 6 pm and a second showing of Elf at 8 pm on the big screen. Entry is free, but you must reserve a ticket ahead of time for the show.
Sleigh Rides in Lewis Estates - December 12, 2021
Get into the holiday spirit with the sleigh ride and holiday party in the park! Join us for an evening full of holiday fun with horse-drawn sleigh rides, carolling, hot chocolate, snacks by the fire, fun prizes, and most importantly, great company!
Christmas Drive in Movie - December 17, 2021
Pack the blankets, snacks, and bundle up for a drive in movie for the holidays. This week, you can catch The Grinch (animated) at 6 pm and The Grinch (live-action) at 8 pm on the big screen. Entry is free, but you must reserve a ticket ahead of time for the show.
Downtown Edmonton Holiday Light Up Festival - December 18, 2021
Join the downtown crew every other Saturday on Sir Winston Churchill Square from noon to 8pm for free family-friendly programming and activities.
Christmas Drive in Movie - December 19, 2021
Pack the blankets, snacks, and bundle up for a drive in movie for the holidays. This week, you can catch Charlie Brown’s Christmas at 5 pm & Mickey’s Christmas Carol at 6:40 pm. Entry is free, but you must reserve a ticket ahead of time for the show.
What free Edmonton Christmas events are you most looking forward to this Christmas holiday?
