Best Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend with Kids - June 7-9
It’s the first weekend in June and we’re kicking off the start of the warmer season after a brusque beginning of the month. Hopefully the week of kite-flying-weather has passed, and we can enter our summer era of spray parks and playground picnics for dinner. Kick this weekend off with the midway carnival because there are three popping up in Edmonton area: Devon Days, Jaywalker’s Jamboree and ICE District Carnival.
Here are the best things to do in Edmonton this Weekend with Kids
Friday
Celebrate Africanival 2024
Africanival is a vibrant celebration of the city's diverse black community. Positioned in the heart of Edmonton, Africanival serves as a dynamic platform to honor and showcase the multifaceted heritage, traditions, and artistic expressions of African and Afro-Caribbean communities. Committed to inclusivity, the event invites individuals from all backgrounds to join in the festivities and immerse themselves in the rich essence of African and diasporic culture.
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It’s the Riverhawks Season Opener!
It’s Home Opener on a Friday so let the Riverhawks get ready to usher in the new season with a great party! Enjoy a night at the ball park, there will be Indian Relay, Round Dance for Reconciliation and a light show of fireworks.
Learn More about the Edmonton Riverhawks Season Opener
Saturday
Dragon Festival: Dragons Unleashed Parade
Join the fun on 97 Street in North Chinatown for an exhilarating parade featuring the majestic Chinese Dragon and traditional lion dancers. This is a fun way to explore Chinatown, and you can view the full festival schedule, here. Learn more about the Dragons Unleashed Parade
Edmonton Elks Season Opener
It’s time to kick off the 75th season in style. Join the Elks at Commonwealth Stadium and enjoy a true football celebration. It’ll also be the debut of our new Elks Fan Park. Elks Fan Park will be the place to gather for pre-game fun. The tailgate has been expanded to 200 stalls and includes live music.
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SNAP Gallery Drop in Session
There’s a weekend roller drop-in session where you can come out, and try steam rolling at the print gallery. Visit between 12-4 to try printing, listen to live music and enjoy snacks. We love these free opportunities to get crafty.
SNAP Gallery Weekend Drop-in
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Michaels Makebreak: Free Crafts - Rock Painting
Michaels’ in-store events are back - it’s a great, free, way to spend an afternoon out creating with a quick, drop-in craft at your local Michaels store. Crafts are rotated seasonally, and in themes. No pre-registration is required for this fun, drop-in craft time but parents do have to remain in the store.
View the full Michaels Makebreak Schedule
Dinosaur Day at Rabbit Hill CANCELLED
Kick off summer tubing at Rabbit Hill Ski Resort because the summer tubing OPENS for the season this weekend. On Saturday, head over to the hill to try Summer tubing, and find a full day of dino-rific events including glitter tattoos, crafts, a scavenger hunt and roaming dinosaur!
Free Drive in HOCKEY Night at St. Albert Dodge
St. Albert Dodge is back for 2024 and hosting their annual drive-in movie night again for its 5th year! This year will feature a bright, LED screen that can be viewed during daylight hours, playing the first round of the Stanley Cup Finals.
See What’s Playing at St. Albert Dodge
City of Edmonton Play Rangers at Northeast River Valley Park
City of Edmonton Play Rangers is a free program with fun for the whole family, led by city play facilitators in Edmonton. City of Edmonton Play Rangers returns with a full month of fun, every Saturday in June, at Northeast River Valley Park. This program is designed for children and families to get outside, have fun and enjoy time together.
Learn more about the Free City of Edmonton Play Rangers Program
Dragon Boat Racing Open House Day
The boats are going in the water and the Dragon Boat Racing team in Edmonton is stoked to connect with everyone. There’s a BBQ, a full-day of free activities and a chance to try something new in Edmonton!
Learn more about Dragon Boat Racing Open House
Check out a New Playground Opening Celebration
Visit Raspberry Park and Jennifer Park in St. Albert between 11-2 for a playground grand opening celebration. Not only can you take the new playground equipment for a spin, but you can enjoy inflatable games and bounce castles, free ice cream and entertainment by the Roaming Rec Crew. Remember to check the event and weather before you attend, to make sure the event is still moving forward.
Plus, there’s the Hip Housewarming Party in Nouveau in St. Albert, if you’re spending the afternoon in St. Albert for the playground openings!
Drop in Kids Club at the Urban Farm
Edmonton Urban Farm 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. Parents are required to stay on site during the drop-in activity. This week, it’s fun with natural dyes.
View the Full Urban Farm Kids Club Schedule
Sunday
Spring Scavenger Hunt at Sherbrooke Community League
Get ready to explore the park and enjoy a 'bingo type' scavenger hunt of local plants, animals and insects as well as an interactive display from Butterfly Wings'n'Wishes.
Register for the Spring Scavenger Hunt
Dragon Festival: Dragons in the Park
There will be an opening ceremony with dragon and lion dances, and dotting of the eyes of the dragon boat for an auspicious opening of the Dragon Day in the park.
View the Full Dragons in the Park Festival Schedule