November in Edmonton brings early sunsets, the first real snow and the start of light-up season. It also brings plenty of ways to get out of the house without spending a thing. Here are our favourite free picks for families this month.
For the full list, updated as new events are added, head to our free things to do in Edmonton with kids page.
Ongoing Free Things to Do in Edmonton with Kids
Family films and storytimes at the library. Edmonton Public Library branches run free family movie afternoons, storytimes and kids’ programs all month.
Free make-and-take events at Indigo. Kids build a small keepsake and stay for storytime.
Tobogganing. Once the snow sticks, the city’s hills are free and open.
Drop in Night sky observing at University of Alberta Observatory.
For Girls by Girls Drop in Sports. Try a new sport every week at this drop-in sports sessions created for girls aged 8-17.
Big Al’s Shark feeding and store visit - it’s like a trip to a local aquarium!
Playgrounds. They’re still worth a visit on mild days. Find one near you in our playgrounds guide.
Edmonton Holiday Light up Festivals
Free Events in Edmonton, November 2026
Farmfair International (Nov. 5–8). General admission at the Edmonton Expo Centre is free, with animals, demos and family activities every day.
Pottery Tile Workshop: Nature and Heritage of Our Home (Nov. 7 & 21). This is a free community pottery project with materials provided. Sessions are mostly in French.
Remembrance Day ceremonies (Nov. 11). Families can attend the ceremony at Light Horse Park in Old Strathcona or visit the Loyal Edmonton Regiment Military Museum at the Prince of Wales Armouries.
Crossroads Winter Festival: Light Up the Night (Nov. 13, 3–7 p.m.). A free light-up in the Inglewood and Sherbrooke neighbourhoods.
All Is Bright (Nov. 13–14, 4–8 p.m.). 124 Street fills with ice sculptures, light displays, live entertainment and festive treats.
Winter Art Market at Orange Hall (Nov. 14). Free admission to browse local makers.
Leduc Light Up the Park (Nov. 20, 5–7 p.m.).
Downtown Winterval (Nov. 21, 3–7 p.m.). A holiday kickoff along 104 Street downtown.
Toy Swap at the Reuse Centre (Nov. 21). Kids bring up to five toys and trade them for new-to-them ones.
Strathcona County Celebration of Lights (Nov. 21, 3–5 p.m.). Festive family fun at Festival Place in Sherwood Park.
Leduc Santa Claus Parade (Nov. 22).
Tea & Bannock with the Edmonton Traditional Métis Dancers (Nov. 25). Learn to jig, share tea and bannock, and hear from Indigenous voices. All ages are welcome.
Lite Up the Nite in Morinville (Nov. 27–29). Includes a Santa Claus parade, fireworks, a family dance party and a skate.
Lighting Up Ada Boulevard (Nov. 28, 2–6 p.m.).
Winter Whyte Light Up (Nov. 28, 4–8 p.m.). Old Strathcona’s light-up with streetcar rides, ice carving and a family variety show.
Free Workshop: Draw a Festive Scene with Snoopy (Nov. 30).
Want the rest? Find all 56+ picks, including community league events, library programs and more holiday light-ups, on our free things to do in Edmonton with kids page. It’s updated daily through the month with the best free things to do in Edmonton with kids.
