Edmonton Family Weekend Guide: Best Things to do in Edmonton with Kids June 12-14, 2026

Are you wondering how to kick off this summer-feeling weekend in Edmonton? Start with an outdoor movie. Elan at Beaumont is kicking off summer with Zootopia in the park, an outdoor family-fun movie night.

Bravé MMA & Fitness returns with another year of 8-week summer camp program, at both locations. This high energy camp is designed to help kids stay active, engaged, and build real confidence, with a blend of movement-based learning - like Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, wrestling, and kickboxing- and high-level activities that develop communication, problem-solving, and teamwork. From LEGO challenges and group games to field trips, every day brings something new while reinforcing skills that carry beyond the summer. Register now - this camp fills FAST.

Here are the best things to do in Edmonton this Weekend with Kids

Friday June 12, 2026

• Toonie Swim Drop-in at Eastglen Leisure Centre
  For just $2, you can enjoy a relaxing dip in the pool on Friday and Saturday, during Drop in Toonie swim time at Eastglen Leisure Centre. Bring the kids for some splash time, or get a few laps in without breaking the bank.

• Rock’n the Racetrack Car Show at Century Mile Racetrack and Casino
  Rock'n August is joining us as part of their Rock'n The Racetrack kickoff event! Join us at for live racing and check out their Show 'n Shine car show, Beer Gardens, food trucks and more! Doors open at 5:15pm, with the car show starting at 6:00pm.

• FREE Drop-in Strathma Garden Explorers
  Garden Explorers starts at Strathcona Museum and Archives! Drop by from 10:30–11:00 AM for some garden fun. Kids 4+ and their grown-ups can help us plant the garden, do a simple activity, and take home a bean plant.

Saturday June 13, 2026

• The Mega Bounce Run Comes to Edmonton!
  Are you ready?  Mega fun is back as our team brings the craziest inflatables to locations across Canada. This is a “serious” run for people that want to have “serious” fun and physically challenge themselves and their friends to the best run ever. Join us to have the most fun you will ever have on an inflatable as you run, jump, bounce around the ten Mega Inflatables.

• Little Sprouts Drop-in Nature Play Session
  Join Little Sprouts Nature Play on a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

• FREE Fort Sasaktchewan Kids Can Catch
  Alberta Conservation Association and partners invite you and your friends and family to learn to fish. New to fishing? This event is for you. Fishing mentors are pondside to teach you the basics, from setting up your rod to casting, reeling, and safe fish handling.

• City of Edmonton Play Rangers Drop-in
  Want to play with a GPS, maybe look to see if you can find a Geocache or even learn a little about maps? If you do, come check us out, GPS will be provided for the program.

• FREE Take a Bison Hike at Elk Island National Park
  Bison Backstage is the exclusive, behind the scenes look at bison conservation at Elk Island. Visitors will be led through the Plains Bison Handling Facility and along the way will learn about the history of bison, how they affect the prairie landscape around them, and how parks staff continue the ongoing role in bison conservation efforts.

• Break Dance in the Mall
  Join the fun for Break Dance in the Mall! “The Movement” is an event that brings together dancers of all ages and skill levels to celebrate creativity, community, and hip-hop culture.

• Catch the Grand Opening at Element Park
  Celebrate with fun activities for the whole family, including the Roaming Rec. Crew and treats! Make sure you stop by the outdoor bouldering wall to meet the artists who are working on an incredible public art installation.

• Edmonton Dragon Boat Racing Open House
  Come check out the dragon boat vibes and see what paddling with the Edmonton Dragon Boat Racing Club is all about! Try it for yourself and experience this full afternoon of free, family-fun.

• Windermere Playground Grand Re-opening Celebration
  Join us at Windermere Park for fun with the Roaming Rec. Crew, treats and entertainment. There is a Ribbon cutting to officially open the playground at 3:30 p.m. and fun activities through the afternoon to explore and enjoy the new playground.

Sunday June 14, 2026

• Musical Mornings at Winspear - Under Construction
  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!

• FREE Family Nature Experience - Walk in the Park
  Join the Edmonton Nature Club and Nature Alberta as we get in touch with the natural world all around us! Family Nature Walks are opportunities for families to get outdoors and, guided by local nature enthusiasts, learn more about the wild species that we live alongside. This event is free - but registration is required.

• Uplands at Riverview FREE Showhome Grand Opening
  oin us in The Uplands at Riverview on Sunday for another Showhome Grand Opening! Bring the whole family out for an afternoon of fun and beautiful Showhomes. We're giving away a total of $2,000 in prizes to 4 lucky winners, so you don't want to miss out. Join the fun from noon - 4pm to enjoy balloon art and charcuterie while exploring 2 new Show homes.

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