75 Free (and Cheap) Things to do in Edmonton with Kids in March

March in Edmonton can be a funny in-between season—winter isn’t quite ready to leave, spring is starting to peek through, and kids have energy to burn. The good news: you don’t need to spend a lot (or anything at all) to keep them entertained. We’ve rounded up some of the best completely free things families can do around the city this March 2026, from outdoor adventures that still make the most of snowy days to warm indoor spots where kids can explore, learn, and play.

Ongoing Free Things to do in Edmonton with Kids

• FREE Busy Bodies Drop in Playgroup | Monday mornings
  Is your child full of energy? Bring them to this active group where they will develop physical literacy through games, music and activities such as dancing, and parachute play. Come join in the fun and meet other families!

• For Girls by Girls Drop in Sports |
  Come out and discover sports, develop skills, and have fun during this free program for girls ages 8-17! This program is facilitated by University of Alberta athletes.

• Drop in Night Sky or Solar Viewing at University of Alberta | Thursdays
  Each Thursday, families are invited to visit the University of Alberta’s Department of Physics Astronomical Observatory for free, drop-in sky viewing. In daytime hours (around 12 – 1 pm) you can safely look at the Sun through special telescopes and learn about sunspots and other solar features.

• Drop in FREE Skating at Strathcona County Indoor Rinks | Ongoing
  Drop in for a free skating session in Strathcona County. Visit this link to plan your visits and hit up the indoor rink to practice those glides, this month in Edmonton.

• Visit the Little Kid Play Cafe & Toy Library | Thursdays
  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.

FREE Things to do in Edmonton in March with Kids

• Spruce Grove Family Party | March 1, 2026
  Sunday, March 1 marks 40 years since Spruce Grove was officially incorporated as a city. Join us at Heavy Metal Place as we celebrate this exciting milestone with musical entertainment, public skating, horse-drawn carriage rides, heritage displays, giveaways, birthday cake, and fireworks!

• FREE Drop in Parent & Child Dance Class | March 2, 2026
  Parent Child Dance is a wonderful place to connect with your child and build strong bonds. Fun and accessible, parents can also connects with other parents in this space and find a supportive community, the start of many great things.

• FREE Early Dismissal Swims at Kinsmen Leisure Centre | March 4, 2026
  Celebrate early dismissal with a FREE, after school recreational swim, sponsored by Pasta Pantry! Make the most of your extra time in the afternoon with a free swim at Kinsmen Leisure Centre and pick up your Pasta Pantry voucher (while supplies last).

• Read with the RCMP | March 6, 2026
  The R.E.A.D. with the RCMP program in Strathcona County is an interactive library event where local RCMP officers read stories to children, often followed by themed crafts.

• Free Movie Night: Tron Ares | March 6, 2026
  Join us for our next FREE, community movie event where we will be showing "Tron: Ares". Our event also includes: Your chance to win one of our awesome door prizes: Custom Tigers hoodie, water bottles, toques , t-shirts, shin pads or socks, cinch bag, fidget spinners, pull back cars, hair bands, and many more items!)

• SHOP the Books 2 Buy Sale at Edmonton Public Library | March 6-8, 2026
  Thousands of books at bargain prices in support of Edmonton Public Library programs. Browse thousands of gently  used books, DVDs, and games at the Edmonton Public Library’s Books2Buy sales. Proceeds support programs like Ready. Set. READ!

• Fire & Ice Festival at Lac La Nonne | March 7, 2026
  The 5th Annual Fire and Ice Festival returns on March 7, 2026, bringing together our community for a full day of ice fishing, food, and fundraising — all in support of Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC).

• End of Winter Blast at Knottwood Community League | March 7, 2026
  Roast marshmallows and Real Deal Meats hot dogs around a bonfire, sip hot chocolate, chat with neighbours, and brig a sled if there's snow (weather dependent).

• FREE Kids Coding Workshop: Make Your own Emoji | March 7, 2026
  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.

• Sherwood Park Winter Carnival | Match 7, 2026
  Once again there will be teams of horse-drawn carriages, lots of activities and entertainment, there will also be plenty of giveaways.

• FREE Kids Coding Workshop: Direct Your own Friendship Film | March 7, 2026
  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.

• Slide Down or Create a Cardboard Sled in the Now Radio Cup | March 7, 2026
  The time has come, NOW! Family, for you to hit the slopes at The Edmonton Ski Club for the 2026 NOW! radio Cardboard Cup event! 

• Polar Bear from Nowhere Launch Party | March 7, 2026
  The 5th Annual Fire and Ice Festival returns on March 7, 2026, bringing together our community for a full day of ice fishing, food, and fundraising — all in support of Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC).

• Jasper Place Leisure Centre FREE Open House Admission | March 7, 2026
  The City of Edmonton will be hosting a series of free open houses at select recreation centres, so Edmontonians can experience the amenities found in their neighbourhood.

• Learn How to Make Zines at a Zine Workshop | March 8, 2026
  Zines are a great artistic, low-cost way to get your poetry, manifesto, share information, etc to an audience. Come and learn how to create zines, share experiences, buy zines from local makers, and/or trade.

• Take a Fire Station Tour in Strathcona County | March 10, 2026
  Explore our fire station, walk up the tower, and gear up like real firefighters! Enjoy age-appropriate fire safety demos and learn about teamwork. Chat with our firefighter/paramedics and hear their inspiring stories.

• Science FUNDAY at University of Alberta | March 14, 2026
  Science FUNday is an annual science exhibition featuring more than 75 interactive science demonstrations, presentations, and tours. They include chemistry, physics, physiology, botany, computing science, math, and more. Science FUNday boasts a variety of engaging demonstrations including DNA extractions from strawberries, flying tea bags, giant dry ice bubbles, colour-changing lollipops, and a Rube Goldberg machine!

• FREE Home Depot Kids Workshop | Mach 14, 2026
  If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the family, we’ve got a great workshop for kids that will teach them about building. Kids can learn how to build their very own Penguin Mailbox.

• Celebrate Arts District Day in Edmonton| March 14, 2026
  Enjoy free activities between the Art Gallery of Alberta,  Winspear Centre, and The Citadel Theatre. Move between all three venues and take part in the events and fun they have planned.

• Free Kids Coding Workshop Direct Your own Friendship Film | March 14, 2026
  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.

• FREEShow at Maclab: Michael Harrison - Ventastic at MacLab Centre | March 15, 2026
  Michael Harrison is an extraordinarily talented ventriloquist, puppeteer and comedian. He has worked along side numerous acts from The Muppets to Boyz to Men. His many talents allow him to create performances for all type of audiences; adults, kids and family.

• Michaels Kids Club: Make Easter Eggs | March 15, 2026

• March Equinox Illumination Parade | March 21, 2026

• Strathcouna County Spring Break Sports Zone| March 21 - April 3, 2026
  SportZone is available at various times throughout the year on the Millennium Place sportsfield and at Ardrossan Recreation Complex in the Hall or dry surface area. It features a variety of activities including a mini stick hockey arena, an assortment of sporting equipment and sports activities, blue blocks, inflatables (event-dependent), and more.

• Easter Egg Decorating at Michaels Makebreak | March 22, 2026

• Get FREE Admission to Art Gallery of Alberta | March 26, 2026

• Make a Bunny Wooden Frame at Michaels Makebreak | March 29, 2026

• FREE Indigo Kids Events | March 29 - April 3, 2026
  Join Indigo Kids during your kids' break week at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. for fun storytime and events. These fun, and free events, are a great way to get the kids out of the house during March break in Edmonton.

• Staples Kids: Make a Clay Friendly Cat | March 30, 2026

Visit the event calendar to find even more things do in Edmonton.