Weekend Guide: Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend with Kids - December 30 - January 1
It’s the last weekend of 2022, and we’re here with the best things to do with the kids in Edmonton. We’ve got you covered for the best New Year’s Eve events, the best ways to celebrate New Year’s Day - and even a fun way to get outside, and kick off the New Year early in Edmonton.
Here’s everything to do this weekend in Edmonton with Kids
Friday
Celebrate New Year’s Eve Early at the Ski Hill
Get tickets for snow tubing and celebrate New Year’s a day early! This fun way to celebrate means you get to spend two hours on the hill, tubing (for children aged 7+) and take part in a fun countdown when the tubing has finished!
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Last Chance to Visit The Magic of Lights
Hop in the car and drive through the last chance to experience the magic of holiday lights!
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Saturday
City of Edmonton New Year’s Eve
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New Year’s Eve Beach Ball at West Edmonton Mall
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New Year’s Eve at Ice District Plaza
With the Oilers facing off against the Winnipeg Jets for a New Year’s Eve matchup at 8:00 PM, fans are invited down to ICE District Plaza starting at 6:00 PM for a tailgate party and watch party. Then, following the game, ICE District Plaza will be transformed into Edmonton’s biggest New Year’s Eve with live bands, DJs, food and beverages, giant countdown screens and an epic fireworks display at the stroke of midnight followed by even more live entertainment.
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New Year’s Eve Celebration in Strathcona County
Enjoy a full night of fun and family at this friendly kick off to 2023! Activities and entertainment for all ages at the Sherwood Park Arena & Sports Centre, Festival Place, and Broadmoor Lake Park. Hot chocolate, LEGO installations, holiday crafts, aerial artists, cookie decorating, hockey shootout, cabana a sucre, fire dancers and so much more.
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Countdown at the Muttart
Celebrate the new year early with a family friendly countdown party at Muttart Conservatory! There’s a caricature artist, air bush tattoos, scavenger hunts, activities, sensory activities and planing with tours of the pyramid in the afternoon.
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Sunday
Glastonbury Park on New Year’s Day
Join for Glastonbury Community Leagues Annual New Years Day Family Fun Event. Come for a skate on our beautiful rink, toboggan, or play at the playground.
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Noon Year’s Eve at Telus World of Science
Bring your family! Bring your friends! Ring in the “noon year” together at the science centre, featuring a countdown and the science centre’s special twist on the New Year’s Eve celebrations. It’s a great way to celebrate with the kids before you head out for some adult only fun!
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Edmonton Oil Kings Fireworks FUN
This special event features a fireworks show INSIDE Rogers Place at the Hockey game where the Edmonton Oil Kings will face off against Lethbridge Hurricanes. You can even check out the festivities after the game at the ICE District Rink!
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Find the full list of family friendly New Year’s Day events in Edmonton, right here.
