Find the best things to do in Edmonton with Kids

Edmonton Elks vs Toronto Argonauts - Spooktacular
Join the Elks at Commonwealth Stadium as they battle the Toronto Argonauts for Spooktacular. Here’s your chance to dress up like a giant football without people giving you funny looks (sorry Punter, we still love you). This is the final regular season game of the season.

Edmonton Elks vs Saskatchewan Roughriders
Join the Elks at Commonwealth Stadium as they battle the Saskatchewan Roughriders for Hollywood Night. Walk the red carpet and strike a pose as you enter the stadium at gate 2. For the kids there will be super hero laser tag inside the Kids Zone.

Edmonton Elks vs Winnipeg Blue Bombers - Campus Clash
Join the Elks at Commonwealth Stadium as they battle the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Campus Clash Night. Come listen as the next generation of musicians take part in the battle of the bands on the tailgate stage before the game.

Edmonton Elks vs Calgary Stampeders - Family Day
Join the Elks at Commonwealth Stadium as they battle the Calgary Stampeders for the Labour Day rematch. Kids under 17 get free admission with an adult ticket. Meet princesses and super heroes at The Brick Kids Zone.

Edmonton Elks vs B.C. Lions - Country Day
Saddle up for a small town good time as the Elks turn Commonwealth into Alberta’s biggest honky-tonk. Y’all better dust off your boots, bust out the Wranglers and have some Country Day fun against the B.C. Lions. The Elks Bull Riding Not-so-Invitational is back! Swing by Fan Park and hang on tight as you ride the mechanical bull for a chance to win. There is a petting zoo for all the kids and a country music show at the tailgate party.

Edmonton Elks vs Hamilton Tiger-Cats - Indigenous Celebration
One of the staples on the Elks calendar, the Indigenous Celebration Night is back for 2024. Following the indigenous themed logo that was created last season, this year there will be an Indigenous makers market inside the fieldhouse pre-game and the Dancing Cree are performing at half time.

The Bunker Leadership Academy Summer Camp
Starting to think about summer camps? If you have kids 12+ The Bunker Leadership Academy is not only an incredible value, it’s incredibly valuable.

Edmonton Elks vs Ottawa Redblacks - Dino Night
Join the Elks at Commonwealth Stadium as they battle the Ottawa Redblacks on Dino Night. Enjoy dinosaur bone hunting, and inflatable dinosaur costume dance party and world’s first inflatable t-rex combine at halftime. There will be special themed Dino food and drinks all night for kids and adults.

Staples Kids Learn & Play Summer Event
Parents are looking for engaging, inexpensive and low-effort activities to occupy their kids throughout the summer months, and Staples Kids offers the perfect opportunity to bring learn & play to life in-store this summer!

Beaumont Drive-in Summer Cinema
Beaumont & District Agricultural Society is hosting an outdoor drive-in movie. Join the fun for this Cars themed drive-in movie night in Edmonton.

Staples Kids Learn & Play Summer Event
Parents are looking for engaging, inexpensive and low-effort activities to occupy their kids throughout the summer months, and Staples Kids offers the perfect opportunity to bring learn & play to life in-store this summer!

Dragons on the Loose with Marty Chan
Kite painting, cotton candy, and activities for the families that are attending. This event is free for the public, but registration is necessary.

Edmonton Elks vs Montreal Alouettes - 90’s Night
It’s 90s night as the Elks take on the defending Grey Cup champion Montreal Alouettes. This whole day is 90’s themed, there is a live 90’s cover band at the Elks Fan Park for the tailgate and a 90s themed dance extravaganza at halftime. Show your kids how rad the 90’s were with your parachute pants and neon.

Steamoji Openhouse
Join Steamoji for an open house and come see what Steamoji is all about! Explore summer camps and year round after school programming opportunities for kids ages 5-15.

Edmonton Riverhawks School Spirit & Mascot Mania
This the Biggest Birthday Bash for the mascot River. Come celebrate with all of his mascot friend and cheer on the Riverhawks. There will be over 7000 elementary students attending this game so per prepared for lots of cheering, amazing animal performances and crazy cool experiments with Alberta Science Teacher of the Year, Michael Ng.

Edmonton Riverhawks - Paws at the Park
This year for Paws at the Park, the Riverhawks are supporting all the paws. From dogs to cats or even chickens, all pets are welcome. During the game you will enjoy dog dancers, wiener dog races and prizes and giveaways from Home Alive Pets.

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.

Edmonton Riverhawks Viva Las Vegas! Night
The Riverhawks are bringing the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas to RE/MAX Field, including a lineup of Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and the high flying stars of Cirquetastic! Plus they are giving away flights for two to Sin City!

Edmonton Elks Season Opener vs Saskatchewan Roughriders
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.

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.

Edmonton Riverhawks Home 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.

Sunday Funday: Edmonton Oil Kings vs Red Deer Rebels
Bring the kids to Edmonton Oil Kings for Family Fun Sunday! Seats start at just $20 and your kids will love the concourse carnival set up with bouncy castles. Face paint, balloon artists and a post-game autograph session with players.

Sunday Funday: Oil Kings vs Swift Current Broncos
Bring the kids to Edmonton Oil Kings for Family Fun Sunday! Seats start at just $20 and your kids will love the concourse carnival set up with bouncy castles. Face paint, balloon artists and a post-game autograph session with players.

No Girl Left Behind Event
No Girl Left Behind event is the must-attend conference of the season for empowerment of girls in Edmonton.

Hello Pretty Market: Eras Tour Swiftie Market
Hey there Swifties! Get ready for the ultimate Hello Pretty Eras Tour- Swiftie Market, where you can immerse yourself in all things Taylor!

Hello Pretty Market: Eras Tour Swiftie Market
Hey there Swifties! Get ready for the ultimate Hello Pretty Eras Tour- Swiftie Market, where you can immerse yourself in all things Taylor!

Edmonton Oil Kings Sunday Funday: Oil Kins Vs Wenatchee Wild
It is Sunday Funday at Rogers Place as the Oil Kings battle it out against Wenatchee Wild. Bring the kids to Edmonton Oil Kings for Family Fun Sunday! Seats start at just $20 and your kids will love the concourse carnival set up with bouncy castles. Face paint, balloon artists and a post-game autograph session with players.

Hockey Hooky: Edmonton Oil Kings vs Calgary Hitmen
It’s Hockey Hooky Day at Rogers Place. Two heated rivals battle it out as kids skip school for an afternoon hockey game. The Oil Kings look to defeat the Hitmen. Tickets start at $20.

Oil Kings vs Red Deer Rebels
It’ Super Hero Night at Rogers! The Oil Kings take on the Red Deer Rebels at Rogers Place. Tickets start at $20 and you can add on a kids combo for only $10.

Edmonton Oil Kings Vs Calgary Hitmen
Join the fun at Rogers Place for an evening of hockey. The Oil Kings take on the Calgary Hitmen for a battle of Alberta. Make sure to pick up a $10 kids combo, pick from 8 unique food and drink items. Tickets start at $20 a ticket.