Here are the best FREE things to do in Edmonton in February

City of Edmonton Play Rangers
Saturdays
Play Rangers focuses on children and family participation, with planned special outdoor recreational activities that can be enjoyed by all. Children 6-12 years old are welcome to attend on their own.
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Winter Fun Day at Leefield Community League
February 25, 2022
Join us for a variety of FREE indoor and outdoor activities for the whole family; including snow painting, snowshoeing, snow fort building, hot chocolate, snacks and so much more! The event will go forward no matter the weather as we have an indoor space to use if needed.
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Free Admission to the Art Gallery of Alberta
February 23, 2023
On the last Thursday of the month, get free admission to the Art Gallery of Alberta. Spend the evening exploring the new exhibits, taking part in programming and enjoying the gallery with your kids.
February 23, 2023
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Flying Canoe Volant Festival
February 21-24, 2023
Explore the night! The Flying Canoe Festival is an exploration of lights, music and arts in Edmonton. At the festival, you’ll discover French Canadian, Metis and magic throughout the duration of the festival.
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Under the Sea Family Day Festival at Steele Heights
Family-friendly entertainment, food and activities make it a day to remember! Outdoors there will be a sleighride, skating and sledding. A bake sale fundraiser with proceeds going to the Edmonton Food Bank is a way attendees can have the opportunity to give back to our community.
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Free Access to Head Smashed in Buffalo Jump
Celebrate the “Full Moon of the Eagle” with Free Admission on Family Day! It’s a great time to get out of town and explore Head Smashed In Buffalo Jump, with the kids. Make it a family day road trip!
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Free Family Fun Day in Mill Creek Ravine
Come Explore our Winter Forest School Campsite, meet our educators & see what forest school has to offer. We will have activities for the whole family: Snow painting, sledding, ice gems, shovels, hammocks & hot chocolate!
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Family Day Cocoa and Crafts at Londonderry Mall
February 20, 2023
Spend quality time with your loved ones at our Family Day Cocoa and Crafts event! Sip on delicious hot chocolate from Tim Hortons while creating special memories together. 
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Free Recreational Swim with Inflatable
February 18, 2023
On February 18th, you can bring the kids to Emerald Hills Leisure Centre for a free recreational swim with Inflatables. This is best for the smaller kids in your crew, we suggest this pool for the under seven crowd.
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Kids Play at Londonderry Mall
February 16, 2023
Create your own 3D masterpiece with raised salt painting! This event will be geared towards ages 0-6. Babies and young children are absolutely welcome, as they can enjoy the atmosphere or have a guardian hold them and play along.
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Skate and Sleigh at Bonnie Doon
February 12, 2023
There’s a free family fun skating event at Bonnie Moon featuring Ice Queen, Spidery and a full day of family fun. There are horse-drawn sleigh rides, flying canoe voyageurs, free hot chocolate and gift bags for the first 100 families to join in with the fun.
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Sweetheart Skate with Hot Chocolate
February 12, 2023
Free hot chocolate and Valentine's candy bags (as supplies last). Enjoy FREE recreational skating at Moyer Recreation Centre, courtesy of the Josephburg Agricultural Society.
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Winter Festival Day at Ellerslie Park
February 11, 2023
Free admission and activities for the whole family. There’s host chocolate, sleigh rides, snowshoeing, fun around the fire pits, refreshments, crafts and snow fun!
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Winter Try it Day at Wizard Lake
February 11, 2023
The Festival takes place at the Wizard Lake day-use area and provides you with a chance to try a variety of winter sports and activities, including: Ice skating, Snowshoeing, Cross country skiing, Curling, Ice fishing, and more for you and the family to enjoy! The winter try-it festival includes free hot dogs, hot chocolate, coffee, sleigh rides, a campfire, door prizes and live music!
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Home Depot Kids Workshop
February 11, 2023
On the second Saturday of every month, there’s a free kids workshop at The Home Depot. This free workshop enables kids to take home a small project, with a seasonal or holiday theme, every month.
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Free Recreational Swim at Kinsmen Leisure Centre
February 8, 2023
Kinsmen swimming pool is a favourite for every kid we know. The waterslide, Children's pool, Deep pool and lap pool with the fun rope swing will be open during this after school swimming event that starts at 3:15 until 5:45. This free swimming session is a fun way to get out and sponsored by Pasta Pantry.
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Winterfest at Castledowns
February 5, 2023
Join the Castle Downs Recreation Society for WinterFest fun on February 5. Activities will be taking place between noon and 3 p.m. by the CastleDowns Pavilion, located at 11524 153 Ave NW, Edmonton. Come by for a sleigh-ride and hot chocolate, and enjoy the day with us. We will have snowshoes for both big and small to explore the winter activity. We also invite everyone to bring a pair of skates to enjoy the outdoor rink
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Teen Chat: All Things Heartstopper
February 3, 2023
Obsessed with all things Heartstopper? Join us to swoon over Nick and Charlie, chat about all things Heartstopper, and do a craft. This teen event is perfect for fans!
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Explore the Flying Canoe Volant Festival
February 1-4, 2023
Experience the magic of light and art in the River Valley this weekend. It’s a magical way to spend time outside, and a wonderful reason to stay up past bedtime this winter!
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Flying Canoe Festival Photo Walk
February 1, 2023
Join McBain's Spencer Shortt for an evening photographing the Flying Canoë Volant, a celebration of local history and culture illuminating the trails of Edmonton's Mill Creed Ravine. Spencer will guide you through an evening adventure of art, light, and colour while sharing his insights to help you get some fantastic shots.
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