Edmonton Family Weekend Guide: Best Things to do in Edmonton with Kids - May 8-10, 2026
Watch the magical performance of The Journey of Edward Tulane where you’ll witness a magical journey of Love and discovery unfold on stage. This performance is suitable for all ages.
The story of a heart lost, found, and mended. Edward Tulane is a rabbit made of fine china. Proud, elegant, and utterly incapable of loving anyone but himself. He lives a life of sheltered luxury until a cruel twist of fate tosses him from the deck of an ocean liner and into the depths of the sea. So begins a "miraculous" odyssey. Through decades of travel, Edward is passed from the hands of a grieving fisherman to a wandering hobo, and from a struggling brother and sister to the shelf of a doll mender. With every new owner, Edward’s porcelain skin grows more scarred, but his cold heart begins to do the unthinkable: it opens.
Here are the best things to do in Edmonton this Weekend
Friday May 8, 2026
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.The SpongeBob Musical Hits the Stage at MacLab | All Weekend
“The SpongeBob Musical follows the citizens of Bikini Bottom facing annihilation when Mt. Humongous threatens to erupt. As panic sets in, SpongeBob, alongside Patrick and Sandy, attempts to save their home, proving that optimism can triumph over despair. It is a celebration of community, featuring original songs from diverse artists. Completely family friendly, The SpongeBob Musical is fun for kids of all ages!”
Saturday May 9, 2026
FREE Home Depot Kids Workshop: Build a Keepsake Box
If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the family, we’ve got a great workshop for kids that will teach them about building. Kids can learn how to build their very own Farm Planter.FREE Art Cart at Churchill Square
Join Art Gallery of Alberta Educators at the Art Cart in Churchill Square on Saturdays from 1 – 4PM. We bring the art supplies — you bring the imagination!FREE Get Ready in the Park
Get Ready in the Park is a free, informative and interactive event that is fun for the whole family: Learn how to prepare for a variety of emergencies. Meet and talk with emergency responders from the Edmonton and metro region. Learn how emergency responders work together on the frontlines during an emergency. See the inside of a fire truck and other emergency vehicles and have lunch at one of the food trucks!Join the RCMP Bike Rodeo
Join Strathcona County RCMP and Enforcement Services for a FREE afternoon of fun! There will be helmet and bike checks, a kids bike safety obstacle course, safety information stations, free hot dogs and snacks, bounce houses and much more.Take a Mother’s Day Suncatcher Workshop
Bring your little artists to create their own Mother's Day gift at our Kids Suncatcher Workshop where creativity shines bright. This fun, in-person event lets kids craft their own colorful suncatchers for mom to hang in window and catch those sunny rays. It's a great way for kids to explore colors, shapes, and have a blast making something special.FREE City of Edmonton Play Rngers
Join 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.World Migratory Bird Day at Lois Hole
Nature Alberta is thrilled to partner with the Big Lake Environmental Support Society again to co-host World Migratory Bird Day on Saturday, May 9, 2026. The annual event continues to grow in popularity and promises to be a memorable celebration of migratory birds.Get Kids Pricing for Mini Golf for One Day Only
For one day only, all guests can enjoy youth pricing on every game of golf. If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, it’s the perfect way to spend time with family, friends, or your crew.Step into a glow-in-the-dark mini golf experience with music, interactive challenges, and an atmosphere designed for all ages.
Saturday, the opening of the Plans and Projects Children’s Gallery opens at Art Gallery of Alberta. Join for the opening of a new hands-on exhibition in the Children’s Gallery and think like an architect! Explore interactive studio stations, learn what blueprints are for, and design and build your own model. This creative experience invites children and their grown-ups to imagine, experiment, and build together. The fun kicks off at 10am.
Sunday May 10, 2026
Alberta Milk Dairy Day at Edmonton Valley Zoo
Celebrate Alberta Milk Dairy Day at the Edmonton Valley Zoo with us on May 10! 🐄 Come explore our booth to learn about dairy farming, play interactive games, and snag some awesome swag. Plus, the first 1,000 guests that visit the Alberta Milk booth will receive a voucher to redeem a free dairy treat from Moo at the Zoo or latte from the Wild Neighbours Cafe!FREE Make a Decopage Floral Mason Jar at Michaels (TEEN)
Drop in for fun at your local Michaels Store 1-3 p.m. for local Sunday Fun-Day making. This week, you can make a floral decoupage mason jar. Bring your own mason jar - or buy in-store, to get in this FUN way to craft with purpose this weekend.DROP IN Inflatable Swim at Coronation Park Recreation Centre
Bring your friends and family for an energetic swim session where giant inflatables turn the pool into an exciting aquatic playground. Climb, slide, and bounce your way across the water while lifeguards keep things safe and supervised. Whether you’re looking to cool off, stay active, or just have a blast, this drop-in swim is perfect for all ages and skill levels.FREE LEGO Store Make & Take: Flowers for Mom
Visit a participating LEGO® Store on 5/10 from 12-2 PM for Mother’s Day to build this LEGO Rose to take home for Mom. Build memories that bloom forever this Mother’s Day.Mother’s Day KidZone at Callingwood Farmer’s Market
Celebrate Mother’s Day at the Callingwood Farmer’s Market! Bring the kids to decorate a cute little clay pot for mom and then plant a beautiful flower in it. This is a FREE activity happening from 11am-2pm under the Callingwood tent in the parking lot on 177 Street. After you’re finished, shop the market where you’ll find 125+ vendors with all kinds of unique handmade gifts and delicious treats to spoil mom even more!
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