Weekday Fun Guide: What to do in Edmonton with Kids this Week - March 16-20, 2026

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Monday, March 16, 2026

• FREE Drop in Parent & Child Dance Class |
  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 Busy Bodies 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.

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

• St. Patrick’s Day Crafts at Farmer & Daughter |
  Spend St Patrick's Day morning with us! The leprechauns will hide gold coins in the shop, with the help of a magical fairy kids get to find gold coins. A special lucky charm sensory table will be open for play.

• Coding Club at Edmonton Public Library
  Calling all future programmers! Join our weekly Coding Club to level up your Python skills, collaborate on exciting projects, and problem-solve with like-minded peers. 

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

• Tours for Tots at Art Gallery of Alberta |
  Amy Loewan weaves paper into beautiful images and structures to promote peace, harmony and understanding. Using old book pages and construction paper, create your own woven image inspired by the artist.

• STEAM Lab at Edmonton Public Library
  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.

Thursday, March 19, 2026

• Drop in Night Sky Viewing - and Solar Viewing - at University of Alberta
  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. During the fall and winter university term, evening sessions (times vary by season) offer views of stars, planets and constellations through powerful telescopes.

• Get a FREE Ice Cream Cone at Dairy Queen | All Day
  Grab the DQ app and load it up for your free ice cream cone! This is a fun way to head out for an after dinner treat - on the cheap, with the kids!

• FREE Kids Coding Workshop: Make Your Own Emoji | 2:45 p.m.
  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.

• Children’s Makerspace Open Hours at Edmonton Public Library
  Come discover all that the Children's Makerspace has to offer! Tinker with our loose parts wall, take a photo with our green screen, make music at our DIY DJ booth, learn how to code a robot, get help with a 3D design, and more. Drop in anytime during these open hours.

Friday, March 20, 2026

• READ with RCMP Drop-in Storytime
  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.

• Drop in Baby & Me 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.

• Toonie Swim 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. It’s a great option for families, students, or anyone who wants to stay active while keeping things budget-friendly.