Weekday Fun Guide: What to do in Edmonton with Kids this Week - February 23-27, 2026
Looking for fun, family-friendly activities in Edmonton this week? Whether you’re chasing a tasty free grilled cheese, exploring the outdoors on adaptive skis, or diving into arts, music, and movement, there’s something for every kid (and parent!) to enjoy.
Looking for something fun to do on March 21? Come check out the Greater Edmonton Parrot Show for an experience that’s equal parts educational and seriously fun. 🦜 Add The Greater Edmonton Parrot Show to your calendar and get up close and personal from parrot species around the globe, take part in a scavenger hunt for all ages and learn more about these incredible birds. Bring the whole family for the $25 family admission deal!
Here are the best things to do this Week with Kids in Edmonton
Monday February 23, 2026
Visit Cheese Louise YEG for a FREE OG Grilled Cheese
Mention Edmonton.family and get a free OG Grilled cheese when you buy a regular sandwich at Cheese Louise - February 18 to March 1, 2026. Even better? Everything on the menu is ten bucks and under.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!
Tuesday February 24, 2026
FREE Try Para Nordic Skiing
Experience Para-Nordic! Trial of adaptive ski equipment, techniques, and methods in sit-ski or standing ski categories, including guided skiing for visually impaired. The sleds or sit-skis are available for participants to use during the program.FREE Try it Lacrosse Event
Our Come Try Lacrosse events are the perfect opportunity for new players to experience the sport in a fun, welcoming, no-pressure environment — and for current players to bring a friend along.LAST Week for $5 Movie Tuesdays at Cineplex
If February is starting to feel extra long (hello, Edmonton winter), here’s a budget-friendly way to break up the week: Cineplex is offering $5 movies and $5 small popcorn every Tuesday in February.Visit Lessard Playschool for an Open House
Lessard Playschool Program features a Bright and cheery classroom focusing on varied interests of early childhood students with programs for three and four year olds.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.
Wednesday February 25, 2026
Visit One World Montessori Preschool Open House
Visit One World Montessori Open House in Edmonton to discover a preschool open house for a local Montessori Preschool.Tours for Tots at Art Gallery of Alberta
FREE Drop in Skating
All ages. Helmets are recommended. Skate aids available. Sticks are not to be used during recreational skate time, but please see ‘Stick & Skate’ for opportunities for hockey/ringette skill practice.
Thursday February 26, 2026
Get FREE Admission to Art Gallery of Alberta
The AGA is pleased to offer free admission from 4-7pm on the last Thursday of every month. Explore any of the current exhibits like FAIR WEATHER: Equality, Community, and Climate Change, AGA100: Free for All Anniversary Wall, 1924: Edmonton and the Beginnings of the Art Gallery of Alberta, Boyd Dymchuk and Aaron Harvey: Wavy Dimension or Probably, Plausibly, Possibly.
Friday February 27, 2026
Baby & Me Drop in AquaFit
Baby & Me Aquafit is one of the easiest ways to get in a workout, without having to worry about childcare. This week, City of Edmonton launched 45-minute aquatic fitness class to welcome caregivers and babies aged 6 months and up to move, bond, and get out of the house - without overthinking it.
