Weekday Fun Guide: What to do in Edmonton with Kids this Week - February 2-6, 2026
Calling all South Edmonton parents searching for a FUN, inclusive and active club this spring - Join South Edmonton Warriors Lacrosse Club! Registration is open now for all divisions starting at U7 (age 5–6) and continuing through U17. Develop quick skill, physical confidence and more in-game action in this inclusive and community-rooted club in South Edmonton!
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Monday February 2, 2026
FREE Busy Bodies Drop in Play Group
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! Weather permitting, part of this group will take place outdoors to help improve overall health and wellbeing and connect with nature in the community. Please arrive dressed for the weather, and bring indoor shoes to wear during the group.For Girls by Girls Drop in Sports
For Girls By Girls is a FREE drop-in program to help girls ages 8-17 build confidence and encourage their pursuit in sport and recreation. Join us to participate in a variety of sports, games, and skill development exercises.Drop in for LEGO at the Library
Calling all LEGO lovers! Come to the library to design and build a LEGO creation. Share your building tips and tricks with others.Take a Free In-Person nêhiyawêwin (Cree Language) Classes
Whether you want to reconnect to your ancestral language or learn a language from the territory, this is the class for you. This class is offered in partnership with the Canadian Native Friendship Centre and is suitable for beginners and those with previous language knowledge.
Tuesday February 3, 2026
For Girls by Girls Drop in Sports
For Girls By Girls is a FREE drop-in program to help girls ages 8-17 build confidence and encourage their pursuit in sport and recreation. Join us to participate in a variety of sports, games, and skill development exercises.Join the STEAM Lab (Ages 9-12)
Full STEAM ahead! From robot battles to hovercrafts to building your own games, discover all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. You're invited to try new things and create stuff at this class for junior makers.
Wednesday February 4, 2026
Make FREE Paper Rose Valentine’s Day Card at Staples Make & Take
The event runs from 5pm to 7pm but each participant enjoys a focused 30-minute session of crafting. Select your time slot when registering: 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, or 6:30. Discover a whole new way to celebrate Valentine’s Day! Our Paper Roses Valentine’s Card Workshop brings creativity, color, and fun together in one exciting session. You’ll learn to roll paper roses, add glittery stems, and tie festive ribbons to create a card that blooms with love.FREE Early Dismissal Swim at Kinsmen Leisure Centre
Celebrate early dismissal with a FREE, after school recreational swim, sponsored by Pasta Pantry! Come by for a swim, no cost and no registration required at one of our favourite local pools - the slide and rope swing are perfect for the older crowd - and the younger crew will enjoy the toddler wading area.Early Out Loonie Swim in Fort Saskatchewan
Celebrate Early Out with a loonie swim at Harbour Pool in Fort Saskatchewan. This is an easy one to entertain the kids during early out!Winter Walk Day!
It’s Winter Walk Day. Plan a walk with friends or walk somewhere you would usually hop in the car and drive! WinterActive, a federal government sponsored program, spurred the creation of Alberta's Winter Walk Day in 2006. The goal of the event is to get more Albertans physically active outdoors during the winter. WinterActive no longer exists but Winter Walk Day is still going strong, with more than 26,000 communities, 119,000 schools and 145,000 participants in last year's event.FREE Drop-in Recreational Skate at Broadmoor Arena
Drop in for a free afternoon of skating - no admission required. All ages. Helmets are recommended. Skate aids available. Sticks are not to be used during recreational skate time. Come out and get on the ice - at no cost!
Thursday February 5, 2026
Drop in Play Cafe & Toy Library
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. Thursdays from 10 am- 12 pm.University of Alberta Solar or Night Sky Viewing Drop In
Drop in to University of Alberta Observatory for night sky or solar viewing. Bundle up, because this one is located outdoors. While you’re there, check out the scale model of the Solar system hangs in the CCIS West Atrium. The model depicts the location of the planets on September 23, 2008, the 100-year anniversary of the University of Alberta.12-17s Check out the HUB Youth Summit
This FREE community event is open to youth ages 12–17 and their caregivers. Hosted by the North Central Edmonton Family Resource Network, in collaboration with local organizations, the HUB Youth Summit offers an engaging afternoon filled with:
Interactive activities and games, connections to valuable community resource, opportunities to learn, explore, and have fun together
Friday February 6, 2026
Rio Terrace Preschool Open House
Come explore the space, meet the educators, and learn how children are supported through play, outdoor exploration, and hands-on learning. This is a great chance to ask questions, connect with the community, and see if Rio Terrace Community Preschool is the right fit for your family.
Tickets are on sale now for Movie Night at World Waterpark on February 21, 2026. Grab your tickets for a FUN and splashy screening of Finding NEMO where you can splash, slide and catch your favourite characters around the reef on the big screen. Buy Tickets for Movie Night at World Waterpark.
