Edmonton Family Weekend Guide: Best Things to do in Edmonton with Kids - May 22-24, 2026

Looking for something fun to do around Edmonton this weekend? From free family events and outdoor adventures to glow-in-the-dark mini golf and hot air balloons, there’s a little bit of everything happening around the city.

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Here are the Best Things to do in Edmonton this Week

Friday

• Get Out of Town for the Rise Up Hot Air Balloon Festival
  Rise Up Hot Air Balloon Festival in Medicine Hat returns for the 5th uplifting year! Hot air balloon pilots from across North America are taking to the skies to raise awareness about how we can work collectively to enhance mental wellness and rise to great heights together.  

• Toonie Swim at Eastglen Leisure Centre
  For just $2, you can enjoy a relaxing dip in the pool on Friday and Saturday, during Drop in Toonie swim time at Eastglen Leisure Centre. Bring the kids for some splash time, or get a few laps in without breaking the bank. It’s a great option for families, students, or anyone who wants to stay active while keeping things budget-friendly.

• THREE Midways in Edmonton kick off this weekend! There’s a Midway Fair at Londonderry, The Rainmaker Rodeo and Beaumont Days. That’s THREE chances to find delicious fried Oreos, midway rides and games.

Saturday

• FREE Petting Zoo at Callingwood Farmer’s Market
  Join the fun at The Marketplace at Callingwood on Saturday, May 23 from 1–4 PM for a free afternoon of family fun! Enjoy a petting zoo, bouncy castle, and face painting, plus roving entertainment with Spandy Andy, live music, and food trucks.

• Play Glow in the Dark Mini Golf at Leduc Grain Elevator
  The incredible Grain Elevator Youth Council has something special planned for you on May 23! Glow-In-The-Dark Mini Golf inside the Grain Elevator!! Join from 3pm - 8pm to get in on the fun! All ages are welcome $5 per person for 9 holes — what a deal!

• FREE Bison Backstage Guided Tour Hike
  Bison Backstage is the exclusive, behind the scenes look at bison conservation at Elk Island. Visitors will be led through the Plains Bison Handling Facility and along the way will learn about the history of bison, how they affect the prairie landscape around them, and how parks staff continue the ongoing role in bison conservation efforts.

• FREE Celebrate World Fish Migration Day
  Spend a day with your kids, friends and family by the river exploring our local river ecology. Learn how you can protect our fish and waters through hands on citizen science, and meeting experts and researchers dedicating their lives to supporting the precious balance of life that holds us all together.

• FREE Art Cart at Churchill Square
  Try your hand at relief printing! Carve a design in foam, press it onto paper and repeat. Create a series of three mini prints to keep or share with friends. 

• FREE DIY Bookmark Making at a FREE Michaels Kids Craft
  Come in-store for a fun and free event! Kick off your summer reading with making your very own DIY bookmark.

• FREE City of Edmonton Play Rangers Drop In
  Want to play with a GPS, maybe look to see if you can find a Geocache or even learn a little about maps? If you do, come check us out, GPS will be provided for the program.

• Grab Your Bike and head to the Leduc Bike Safety Rodeo
  Join for a fun, hands-on morning of cycling safety, skill-building, and community connection at our upcoming Bike Rodeo, hosted by the Leduc RCMP and community partners!

• North Pointe Community Church Carnival
  Join for our Annual Spring Carnival! Inflatables, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, BBQ, Carnival Treats, Face Painting, Live Music and So much More! May 23rd. 10am-2pm. 14025 167ave, Edmonton, Alberta. If you are interested in volunteering - there are positions available.

• FREE Spring on the Block at Cambrian
  Spring on the Block is a seasonal event series hosted by Rohit Communities, designed to bring people together and celebrate the feeling of home. Spend a relaxed afternoon exploring the neighborhood, touring showhomes, and enjoying simple moments that make a community feel like it’s yours.

Sunday

• FREE LEGO Make & Take: Make a Peace Lily
  Join in store to build your own LEGO® Peace Lily, plus a fun storytime. There is a $5 cost, but you’ll receive a gift card of the same value to spend in-store.

• Edmonton Forest School Woodland Carnival
  Join Edmonton Forest School Society for a free afternoon of land-connected fun in one of our city’s most beautiful public parks. While you play, you’ll be helping us grow—this year’s carnival is a fundraiser for our EFSS Subsidy Fund.

• FREE Teddy Bear Picnic at Cherot (with FREE TEDDY BEARS!)
  Chérot’s Teddy Bear Picnic is a family-focused spring event designed to bring the community together for a relaxed afternoon in the park. Enjoy FREE Teddy bears (while supplies last), ice cream treats, live music and an afternoon of family fun while you tour the local show homes.

• Get Hooked on Junk Journaling (TEEN)
  Come in-store for a fun and free event! Learn all about junk journaling and why Michaels has everything you need for this fun analog hobby. Even make a small junk journal of your very own. No registration required, available at all locations.

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This summer, The King’s University has all your bases covered with their drama, science, art, and sports camps. From elementary to teens, you’ll find a King’s Eagles Camp for every kid. Be creative at art camp, discover the world through science camp, or explore a passion for theatre in drama camp! Sports camps in volleyball, basketball, and badminton help campers develop skills and learn teamwork in a fun, encouraging environment. Register today!