4 FREE Edmonton Kids Coding Workshops to Take at Apple Store this Weekend
Looking to spark your interest in coding — or get your kids started with app creation and tech skills? Apple Stores across Canada are offering free, hands-on workshops this weekend as part of their Today at Apple program. These sessions are open to all ages (though many are geared toward kids and families), and they’re a great way to learn something new in a fun, supportive environment.
1. Kids: Code Your First App
This session helps young learners and their guardians build a simple app using Swift Playground on an iPad. You’ll experiment with code, design elements like fonts and emojis, and bring your ideas to life. It’s perfect for beginners and families coding together.
2. Kids: Learn to Code with Swift Playground
In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn foundational coding concepts using Apple’s Swift Playground app. Swift is Apple’s powerful language used in professional app development, and this session makes it fun and accessible.
3. Group Coding Lab Sessions
If you’re coming with a group (friends, classmates, or a family crew), Today at Apple lets you book a group coding session. Options like “Kids Code Your First App” or “Kids Learn to Code with Swift Playground” can be customized for your group’s schedule and interests — all completely free.
4. Interactive Story Coding Workshops
Some Today at Apple events blend storytelling with code by having kids create interactive storybooks or games on iPad. These workshops engage creativity while teaching logic and sequencing — both core programming skills. (Check your local Apple Store schedule for exact times.)
