Best Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend with Kids - August 23-25
We’re coming in on the last few weekends of summer. The last few chances to take a summer road trip, enjoy a movie outside at the park and find a summer festival. Catch the last weekend to explore the kids area at Edmonton Fringe, climb and swing at the grand opening of two playgrounds and learn something new at the Urban Farm Kids Club.
Here are the best things to do in Edmonton this Weekend with Kids
Friday
It’s the Last Weekend to Catch Baby Shark and Tails of the Seven Seas on Stage
Designed for children ages 1-10, audience members will participate in a choose your own adventure style program, encountering a variety of friendly beasts along the way such as a kangaroo, elephant, crab, and brown bear. On this multimedia voyage, visit diverse parts of the globe, including South Africa, Japan, Australia, and Brazil. Lead performers Eldar the Magician, and the award-winning Blue Violin, are joined by an assorted cast of voice actors. Children will join the cast in the songs and dances of the world around us, while being mesmerized by magical exploits along the way.
Catch a Movie Under the Stars in Fort Saskatchewan
Bring the family and enjoy food and baked goods from local businesses, explore the park, and enjoy a reading from a portion of the book. We’re thrilled to have this exciting addition to Mattamy’s Hearthstone neighbourhood – come out and see for yourself! While you are there, enjoy free food for the first 150 visitors, and sweet treats.
See a Kid-Friendly, Up-Close Magic Show at The Rec Room
Spend a Friday night at The Rec Room for a Vegas-style magic show in Edmonton. There’s a wonderful, intimate, magic show experience, perfect for children 8+ by local magician, Chris Gowen. Tickets are $25 for this up-close, magic experience and your kids are going to be enamoured with the show!
Silverberry is Hosting a Movie in the Park
It’s one of the last chances to catch a movie in the park this season in Edmonton. Silverberry is hosting a movie outdoors on the big screen, and you’re invited. Bring your comfiest chair or coziest blanket, because you won’t want to miss this. Come for the FREE popcorn and a lineup of delicious food trucks ready to satisfy all your cravings - the fun starts at 7pm.
Saturday
Beaumont Free Family Fun Day
Visit the Beaumont Fairgrounds for free family fun day on August 24, 2024. The gates are open at 11am for a full day of family fun featuring circus arts, duck herding, pony rides, petting zoo, marketplace, crafts and arts display, wagon rides, jumpy castle and food trucks.
Free Kids Club at Edmonton Urban Farm
Everyone is welcome to visit, have a coffee, explore the Urban Farm, pet a bunny, meet a gardener. Always free and always family friendly! Kids Club runs every Saturday, June 1-September 28, 11-12:30. It is a free, garden-focused drop-in with capacity for 25 young ones.
Edmonton Fire Station Open House: Explore Station 10
Explore your local fire station during an open house this summer. Fire station open house events in Edmonton kick off of June 1, 2024 and it’s your chance to learn more about the local fire hall, meet a firefighter and get in a fire engine!
Party in the Park Playground Opening at Marquis
Celebrate summer with some free family fun at the Marquis Playground. Discover the community’s incredible multi-use paths, green space and unique playground, featuring Western Canada’s first Yalp Memo! There’s an ice cream truck, free face painting and fun for the whole family.
Take a Photo Scavenger Hunt with FujiFilm Instax
Join McBain, Fujifilm Canada, & Salisbury Greenhouses for an afternoon of photography and puzzles. Each registered attendee will be equipped with a Fujifilm Instax Mini camera and 2 10-packs of Instax film for the afternoon.
Sunday
Have Fun at the Grand Opening of Helen Lavender Park
Bring the family and enjoy food and baked goods from local businesses, explore the park, and enjoy a reading from a portion of the book. We’re thrilled to have this exciting addition to Mattamy’s Hearthstone neighbourhood – come out and see for yourself! While you are there, enjoy free food for the first 150 visitors, and sweet treats.
Drop in Fun at Mastermind Toys
Every month, Mastermind Toys hosts multiple events for kids of all ages. Join the fun in store to immerse yourself in the mesmerizing play of slime - swirl, pull, squeeze, and fold! Choose from various textures, mix ins, and scents to make your own unique thinking putty. This event is free, but registration is required.
Watch Trolls on the Big Screen at Ice District Edmonton
There’s an outdoor movie at Ice District this weekend and you can watch Trolls on the big screen at Ice District. Ice District Immersive Cinema returns this weekend - and we can’t wait to catch the movie with the kids.