Find the best things to do in Edmonton with Kids

FREE Tuesdays Together at the Ship
Jan
20

FREE Tuesdays Together at the Ship

  • 8882 170 Street Northwest Edmonton, AB, T5T 4J2 Canada (map)
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Come one, come all and join us for a fun and delicious gathering. Come hungry and ready to connect with others in the community. Let's enjoy some tasty treats and great company together. There will be stories, games, and food. See you there!


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Try it: Para Nordic Skiing
Jan
20

Try it: Para Nordic Skiing

Experience Para-Nordic! Trial of adaptive ski equipment, techniques, and methods in sit-ski or standing ski categories, including guided skiing for visually impaired. The sleds or sit-skis are available for participants to use during the program.

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Malmo Preschool Open House
Jan
21

Malmo Preschool Open House

The morning program uses free time play and learning centers to develop motor skills and encourage critical thinking, independence, creativity, and cooperation. The afternoon program is a hybrid of our morning program with a deep focus on outside play and exploration. Malmo Pre-Kindergarten believes in hands-on discovery, fostering a connection to the environment.


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Free Indoor Soccer Drop-in
Jan
21

Free Indoor Soccer Drop-in

  • 9908 67 Avenue Northwest Edmonton, AB, T6E 0P5 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come kick with us this winter and early spring at our free indoor soccer sessions, perfect for kids and families looking to stay active indoors. While the games are going on downstairs, enjoy our family lounge upstairs, featuring games, board games, and kid-friendly TV shows—making it a fun and welcoming space for everyone.

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Drop In Play Cafe & Toy Library
Jan
22

Drop In Play Cafe & Toy Library

  • 9115 75 Street Northwest Edmonton, AB, T6C 4L3 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Welcome to Play Cafe, the ultimate free hangout spot for families and caregivers with little ones aged 0-6! Swing by for a chat, sip on some coffee, and let your kiddos make new pals while diving into a treasure trove of fun toys.

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Nerf Wars!
Jan
24

Nerf Wars!

  • 13008 122 Avenue Northwest Edmonton, AB, T5L 1M8 Canada (map)
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Join us for the ultimate indoor winter play - NERF battle, indoor play and snacks for the participants! Bring your NERF gun(s) and be ready to defend yourself! Extra ammo will be provided.

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CFDE Game & Leadership Day
Jan
24

CFDE Game & Leadership Day

  • 7240 82 Avenue Northwest Edmonton, AB, T6B 0G1 Canada (map)
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At CFDE’s Game & Leadership Workshop, your child will develop problem-solving & leadership skills, make new friends in a safe, supportive environment and learn teamwork in ways that feel like play — not work. There are mini competitions, snacks, and fun.

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Hazeldean Lantern Parade
Jan
24

Hazeldean Lantern Parade

  • 9630 66 Avenue Northwest Edmonton, AB, T6E 4W9 Canada (map)
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The Annual Hazeldean Lantern Parade is set for Saturday, January 24th, promising a magical evening that brings the community together through creativity and celebration. The event begins at 5:00 PM at the Hazeldean Community Hall, where participants are invited to decorate their own lanterns using empty milk jugs, pop bottles, or other clear containers.

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Kiwis Can't Play the Violin at Winspear Centre
Jan
25

Kiwis Can't Play the Violin at Winspear Centre

Experience the heartwarming story, Kiwis Can't Play the Violin, by Pierre Rivard alongside an enchanting full-orchestral score by Emilie LeBel (world premiere). Follow Kiwi on a journey to get a violin and join the orchestra, overcoming challenges and learning about the wonders that encouragement can accomplish.

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Darling Wine Club with Vino Alvino Inc.
Jan
25

Darling Wine Club with Vino Alvino Inc.

  • 9616 Whyte Avenue Northwest Edmonton, AB, T6C 1A1 Canada (map)
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Join us Jan 25th at 3PM for our sixth edition: Old world vs New world wines. We will explore the differences in these wines in a relaxed, informative tasting. You’ll sip through four wines, paired with light snacks to accompany the guided tasting.

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For Girls by Girls Drop-in Sports at Terwillegar
Jan
26

For Girls by Girls Drop-in Sports at Terwillegar

  • 2051 Leger Road Northwest Edmonton, AB, T6R 0R9 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

For Girls By Girls is a FREE drop-in program to help girls ages 8-17 build confidence and encourage their pursuit in sport and recreation. Join us to participate in a variety of sports, games, and skill development exercises. Each session will be facilitated by an instructor. Best of all, this program is completely free for participants. No need to pay admission or program fees! Admission will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Flying Canoe Volant Festival 2026
Jan
28
to Jan 31

Flying Canoe Volant Festival 2026

The Flying Canoë Volant Festival is a beloved winter tradition in Edmonton that transforms the Mill Creek Ravine, La Cité Francophone, and the surrounding French Quarter into a vibrant canvas of light, art, music, storytelling, and cultural celebration. Inspired by the legendary tale of the flying canoe and rooted in French-Canadian, First Nations, and Métis traditions, the festival invites visitors of all ages to embrace the magic of a long winter’s night in a truly unique outdoor experience.

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Free Indoor Soccer Drop-in
Jan
28

Free Indoor Soccer Drop-in

  • 9908 67 Avenue Northwest Edmonton, AB, T6E 0P5 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come kick with us this winter and early spring at our free indoor soccer sessions, perfect for kids and families looking to stay active indoors. While the games are going on downstairs, enjoy our family lounge upstairs, featuring games, board games, and kid-friendly TV shows—making it a fun and welcoming space for everyone.

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Drop In Play Cafe & Toy Library
Jan
29

Drop In Play Cafe & Toy Library

  • 9115 75 Street Northwest Edmonton, AB, T6C 4L3 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Welcome to Play Cafe, the ultimate free hangout spot for families and caregivers with little ones aged 0-6! Swing by for a chat, sip on some coffee, and let your kiddos make new pals while diving into a treasure trove of fun toys.

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Free Admission to Art Gallery of Alberta
Jan
29

Free Admission to Art Gallery of Alberta

The AGA is pleased to offer free admission from 4-7pm on the last Thursday of every month. Explore any of the current exhibits like FAIR WEATHER: Equality, Community, and Climate Change, AGA100: Free for All Anniversary Wall, 1924: Edmonton and the Beginnings of the Art Gallery of Alberta, Boyd Dymchuk and Aaron Harvey: Wavy Dimension or Probably, Plausibly, Possibly.

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FREE Try it: Para Nordic Skiing
Jan
31

FREE Try it: Para Nordic Skiing

Experience Para-Nordic! Trial of adaptive ski equipment, techniques, and methods in sit-ski or standing ski categories, including guided skiing for visually impaired. The sleds or sit-skis are available for participants to use during the program.

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On Stage: The Enchanted Stage: Folklore, Rhythm & Roots
Feb
1

On Stage: The Enchanted Stage: Folklore, Rhythm & Roots

Clap along to the lively tunes of an Irish fiddle band, be dazzled by the vibrant colours and acrobatics of traditional Chinese lion dancers, and gasp in wonder as our roaming magician brings surprises to life right before your eyes. Be sure to catch a special performance by Lex Wolfe, a Cree storyteller, educator, and artist from Ermineskin Cree Nation. And don't miss the grand finale, a breathtaking aerial performance that will captivate you with stunning feats of strength and grace.


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For Girls by Girls Drop-in Sports at Terwillegar
Feb
2

For Girls by Girls Drop-in Sports at Terwillegar

  • 2051 Leger Road Northwest Edmonton, AB, T6R 0R9 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

For Girls By Girls is a FREE drop-in program to help girls ages 8-17 build confidence and encourage their pursuit in sport and recreation. Join us to participate in a variety of sports, games, and skill development exercises. Each session will be facilitated by an instructor. Best of all, this program is completely free for participants. No need to pay admission or program fees! Admission will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Drop In Play Cafe & Toy Library
Feb
5

Drop In Play Cafe & Toy Library

  • 9115 75 Street Northwest Edmonton, AB, T6C 4L3 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Welcome to Play Cafe, the ultimate free hangout spot for families and caregivers with little ones aged 0-6! Swing by for a chat, sip on some coffee, and let your kiddos make new pals while diving into a treasure trove of fun toys.

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Fairytale High Tea at Fairmont Macdonald in Support of Kids Kottage
Feb
8

Fairytale High Tea at Fairmont Macdonald in Support of Kids Kottage

  • 10065 100 Street Northwest Edmonton, AB, T5J 0N6 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Step into a storybook atmosphere where families, friends, and community leaders come together to celebrate kindness, compassion, and care. On Sunday, February 8, 2026, the historic Fairmont Hotel Macdonald will be transformed into a whimsical setting for the inaugural Fairytale High Tea.

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For Girls by Girls Drop-in Sports at Terwillegar
Feb
9

For Girls by Girls Drop-in Sports at Terwillegar

  • 2051 Leger Road Northwest Edmonton, AB, T6R 0R9 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

For Girls By Girls is a FREE drop-in program to help girls ages 8-17 build confidence and encourage their pursuit in sport and recreation. Join us to participate in a variety of sports, games, and skill development exercises. Each session will be facilitated by an instructor. Best of all, this program is completely free for participants. No need to pay admission or program fees! Admission will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Super Kids Playschool Open House
Feb
11

Super Kids Playschool Open House

  • 11502 170 Street Northwest Edmonton, AB, T5S 1J7 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Super Kids Playschool brings a unique blend of movement and education to early learning. Children thrive with daily gymnastics and circus arts through exclusive daytime access to Velocity Complex's facilities, while our FLIGHT and Tools of the Mind-inspired curriculum builds essential pre-K skills and self-regulation.

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STEMapalooza for International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Feb
11

STEMapalooza for International Day of Women and Girls in Science

  • 11211 142 Street Northwest Edmonton, AB, T5M 4A1 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

STEMapalooza at the Science Centre is a party for International Day of Women and Girls in Science on February 11! This event celebrates the importance of gender equality and empowers women and girls in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math). Get inspired while having fun!

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IMAX at Telus World of Science: Penguins A Love Story
Feb
14

IMAX at Telus World of Science: Penguins A Love Story

  • 11211 142 Street Northwest Edmonton, AB, T5M 4A1 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Penguins live in Antarctica, right? Well yes...but if you know where to look, you'll find them waddling around in Africa, too, and even squawking in Australia! They're graceful and majestic, until they get on land. That's when they need our help. From the noisy colony of Jackass penguins in Boulder Beach, South Africa, to the world's smallest (and cutest) penguins down under, this is a tale of two adorable families and their unexpected protectors, be it the human kind or four legged friend.

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Skate and S'mores in the Village
Feb
15

Skate and S'mores in the Village

  • 1011 Strathcona Drive Sherwood Park, AB, T8A 1A1 Canada (map)
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Bring your skates and join us for an afternoon filled with winter fun! We’ll have a food truck, music, fire pits to keep warm, hot chocolate, and of course—s’mores! It’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate Family Day weekend, connect with neighbours, and enjoy the season together.

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Super Kids Playschool Open House
Feb
17

Super Kids Playschool Open House

  • 11502 170 Street Northwest Edmonton, AB, T5S 1J7 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Super Kids Playschool brings a unique blend of movement and education to early learning. Children thrive with daily gymnastics and circus arts through exclusive daytime access to Velocity Complex's facilities, while our FLIGHT and Tools of the Mind-inspired curriculum builds essential pre-K skills and self-regulation.

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February Girls Ski Mini Camp
Feb
21

February Girls Ski Mini Camp

Get your daughter ready for the experience for the summer! Girls In Sport Canada's camp gives girls an inspiring and confidence-building multi-sport experience that not only introduces them to a range of sports, fostering the development of diverse sport-specific skills, but also instills confidence, competence and motivation.

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Free Try it: Para Nordic Skiing
Feb
24

Free Try it: Para Nordic Skiing

Experience Para-Nordic! Trial of adaptive ski equipment, techniques, and methods in sit-ski or standing ski categories, including guided skiing for visually impaired. The sleds or sit-skis are available for participants to use during the program.

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Free Admission to Art Gallery of Alberta
Feb
26

Free Admission to Art Gallery of Alberta

The AGA is pleased to offer free admission from 4-7pm on the last Thursday of every month. Explore any of the current exhibits like FAIR WEATHER: Equality, Community, and Climate Change, AGA100: Free for All Anniversary Wall, 1924: Edmonton and the Beginnings of the Art Gallery of Alberta, Boyd Dymchuk and Aaron Harvey: Wavy Dimension or Probably, Plausibly, Possibly.

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Free Try it: Para Nordic Skiing
Feb
28

Free Try it: Para Nordic Skiing

Experience Para-Nordic! Trial of adaptive ski equipment, techniques, and methods in sit-ski or standing ski categories, including guided skiing for visually impaired. The sleds or sit-skis are available for participants to use during the program.

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Be Like Blippi Tour
May
13
May

Be Like Blippi Tour

  • 7515 118 Avenue Northwest Edmonton, AB, T5B 0J2 Canada (map)
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Get ready to see the world more curiously, because Blippi is coming to your town in the all-new Be Like Blippi Tour! Join Blippi and Meekah live on stage for a one-of-a-kind interactive adventure that inspires kids to move like, play like, and explore just like Blippi! 

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For Girls by Girls Drop-in Sports at Terwillegar
Jan
19

For Girls by Girls Drop-in Sports at Terwillegar

  • 2051 Leger Road Northwest Edmonton, AB, T6R 0R9 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

For Girls By Girls is a FREE drop-in program to help girls ages 8-17 build confidence and encourage their pursuit in sport and recreation. Join us to participate in a variety of sports, games, and skill development exercises. Each session will be facilitated by an instructor. Best of all, this program is completely free for participants. No need to pay admission or program fees! Admission will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Edmonton Pet Expo 2026
Jan
18

Edmonton Pet Expo 2026

  • 7515 118 Avenue Northwest Edmonton, AB, T5B 0J2 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The 2026 Edmonton Pet Expo is the city’s largest pet-focused event, bringing animal lovers together for an exciting weekend of family-friendly fun, expert advice, and unforgettable experiences at the Edmonton EXPO Centre on January 17 and 18.

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Deep Freeze: A Byzantine Winter Festival 2026
Jan
17
to Jan 18

Deep Freeze: A Byzantine Winter Festival 2026

Step into a winter wonderland at Deep Freeze: A Byzantine Winter Festival, Edmonton’s first festival of the year! Experience the magic of winter through breathtaking ice sculptures, vibrant cultural traditions, and activities that bring our community together.

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Edmonton Pet Expo 2026
Jan
17

Edmonton Pet Expo 2026

  • 7515 118 Avenue Northwest Edmonton, AB, T5B 0J2 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The 2026 Edmonton Pet Expo is the city’s largest pet-focused event, bringing animal lovers together for an exciting weekend of family-friendly fun, expert advice, and unforgettable experiences at the Edmonton EXPO Centre on January 17 and 18.

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Drop In Play Cafe & Toy Library
Jan
15

Drop In Play Cafe & Toy Library

  • 9115 75 Street Northwest Edmonton, AB, T6C 4L3 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Welcome to Play Cafe, the ultimate free hangout spot for families and caregivers with little ones aged 0-6! Swing by for a chat, sip on some coffee, and let your kiddos make new pals while diving into a treasure trove of fun toys.

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Free Indoor Soccer Drop-in
Jan
14

Free Indoor Soccer Drop-in

  • 9908 67 Avenue Northwest Edmonton, AB, T6E 0P5 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come kick with us this winter and early spring at our free indoor soccer sessions, perfect for kids and families looking to stay active indoors. While the games are going on downstairs, enjoy our family lounge upstairs, featuring games, board games, and kid-friendly TV shows—making it a fun and welcoming space for everyone.

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Tours for Tots at Art Gallery of Alberta: Everyday Markmaking
Jan
14

Tours for Tots at Art Gallery of Alberta: Everyday Markmaking

Explore the layered paintings of Lonigan Gilbert in nâpêhkâsowinowâk ᓇᐯᐦᑲᓱᐃᐧᓄᐊᐧᐠ and notice the scenes from his everyday life. Using oil pastels, experiment with sgraffito, a technique where an artist layers colour and then scratches away the final layer to reveal the colours underneath. Draw a scene from your life using a variety of marks.


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For Girls by Girls Drop-in Sports at Terwillegar
Jan
12

For Girls by Girls Drop-in Sports at Terwillegar

  • 2051 Leger Road Northwest Edmonton, AB, T6R 0R9 Canada (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

For Girls By Girls is a FREE drop-in program to help girls ages 8-17 build confidence and encourage their pursuit in sport and recreation. Join us to participate in a variety of sports, games, and skill development exercises. Each session will be facilitated by an instructor. Best of all, this program is completely free for participants. No need to pay admission or program fees! Admission will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Musical Morning at Winspear Centre: Welcome to Dreamland
Jan
11

Musical Morning at Winspear Centre: Welcome to Dreamland

  • 4 Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest Edmonton, AB, T5J 4B2 Canada (map)
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Back by popular demand! Join Ms. Kate for a musical morning and meet professional musicians and their instruments! Together, you’ll sing, laugh, and be amazed by all the things different instruments can do with a fun variety of familiar tunes at each concert. Come and learn with your child in the upstairs lobby of the Winspear Centre. Bring a pillow or your favourite blankie for floor seating!


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Free Kids Coding Workshop: Direct Your Own Friendship Film
Jan
10

Free Kids Coding Workshop: Direct Your Own Friendship Film

  • 8882 170 Street Northwest Edmonton, AB, T5T 4J2 Canada (map)
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We invite kids ages 6–10 and their families to explore the magic of filmmaking on iPad with iMovie. Kids will collaborate as they direct, record, edit and more to make a friendship film that celebrates how we’re better when we come together. Devices provided. Not available in Quebec.

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Free Kids Coding Workshop: Make Your Own Emoji
Jan
10

Free Kids Coding Workshop: Make Your Own Emoji

  • 8882 170 Street Northwest Edmonton, AB, T5T 4J2 Canada (map)
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Learn fun ways to create emoji. We’ll show kids how to draw colorful faces and objects. Then they’ll explore using the Procreate app on iPad with Apple Pencil Pro to draw an emoji to take home. Devices will be provided. Recommended for kids ages 8–12.


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Try it: Para Nordic Skiing
Jan
10

Try it: Para Nordic Skiing

Experience Para-Nordic! Trial of adaptive ski equipment, techniques, and methods in sit-ski or standing ski categories, including guided skiing for visually impaired. The sleds or sit-skis are available for participants to use during the program.

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