What to do with Kids this WEEK in Edmonton - December 1-5

Looking for fun, family-friendly activities in Edmonton this week? You’re in the right place! From hands-on creative workshops to festive holiday light displays and special movie screenings, Edmonton is packed with kid-approved events to help you make the most of November. Whether you’re planning weekday adventures or gearing up for a cozy week - let’s dive into the best things to do in Edmonton this week with Kids.

Here’s your guide to the best things to do in Edmonton this Week with kids

Monday December 1, 2025

• Polar Patio Tree Lighting Party
  It’s that time of year again! The Polar Patio Club presents the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at Rocky Mountain Icehouse. Come hang out on the heated winter patio with a cup of your favourite beverage, and enjoy the twinkling lights!

Tuesday December 2, 2025

• Elephants: Giants of the Desert on IMAX | 3:30 p.m.
  Elephants: Giants of the Desert follows Little Foot, a curious baby elephant, as she learns the ways of her herd in one of the harshest environments on Earth. Witness the strength of the family herd, the wisdom of the matriarch, and the powerful instinct to survive against the odds.

• Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
  This show is family-friendly. Children (Age 2-12) must buy their own seat and must be accompanied by an adult. Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland is a must-see holiday event to usher in the magic of the season. An all-new live acrobatic musical holiday experience. Wonderland is an all-new musical journey that will transport audiences to a magical land far away for a fun-filled holiday-themed show experience they will never forget.

• Kick off the holiday season with Christmas Lights
  Use this guide to the best Christmas lights in Edmonton to find FREE Christmas Lights Displays in Edmonton area this month.

• Drop in Gaming at Table Top Cafe | 6:30 p.m.
  Can't make the exact start time? No problem, just play a quick game or order a drink while you you wait, and join in the next game! This is the perfect place to learn new games or get encouraged to try something new!

Wednesday December 3, 2025

• Tours for Tots at Art Gallery of Alberta: Earth & Sky
  Explore the rhythmic landscapes of William Percival Weston in our newest solo exhibition, Echoes of Earth and Sky, the first of its kind in Alberta. Using oil pastels on paper, create your own landscape using line, pattern, colour and movement.

• Free Kids Club: Write a Letter to Santa with Stitch
  Kids can write their very own Letters to Santa, with help from our special holiday visitors, a cheerful Hula Girl and her playful Blue Alien Mascot who’ve travelled from a tropical Christmas adventure.

• Crayola Make & Take: Winter Village
  There's snow place like home! Cut, fold & create a winter village scene that's a colorful decoration at this free make and take event at Staples.

• Cool Maker Make & Take
  Cool Maker Stack’d Heishi Bracelet Studio is a DIY bracelet kit designed to inspire kid’s imagination! Pop over and register for this Make & Take event at Staples.

• Christmas Light up at Alberta Legislature
  Join families, friends, and visitors from across Alberta as thousands of sparkling lights transform the historic Legislature grounds into a winter wonderland.

• Light up for Inclusion at Leduc Grain Elevator
  Come celebrate diversity and inclusion, explore the beautifully lit grain elevator, and connect with local disability service providers to learn more about opportunities in our community.

Thursday December 4, 2025

• Massive Toy Blowout Warehouse Sale Starts Today!
  The 65,000-sq.-ft. warehouse at Massive Toy Blowout Sale will have thousands of brand name toys on sale, like Slime Life, Miniverse, Mini Brands, Barbie, Lego, Squishmallows, Fisher-Price, and so much more.

• 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.

• Solar Viewing at University of Alberta Observatory
  Enjoy different views of the Sun as seen with the telescopes on the balcony on the 5th Floor of CCIS. The Observatory is located in CCIS 5-240, in the Southwest corner of the 5th floor. Everyone is welcome, and there is no admission fee or ticket required. 

• Glow Edmonton Opens for the Season
  Glow Edmonton opens for the season to walk through this winter wonderland of twinkling lights, and family-friendly activities at Edmonton EXPO Centre. Your kids are going to love the interactive play opportunities, and you’ll love the twinkling lights and photo opportunities!

• School’s Out! Mystery Messages at Edmonton Public Library
  When school is out, the library is in!  Complete challenges, play games or learn something new.  Discover all the fun activities waiting for you at EPL.

Friday December 5, 2025

• Free Kids Coding Workshop: Design your own Emoji | 5:30 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.

• READ with the RCMP at Strathcona County Library
  Visit the library on the first Friday of the month for storytime with a special guest from the RCMP. Enjoy fun, interactive stories read by Constable Cheri-Lee Smith.

• FREE Performance: Christmas Came One Night
  Set in the 1940s, Frank Smith is a self-made man who understands what it takes to succeed. Somewhere in all his efforts, he has lost sight of the importance of love. This Christmas Eve, however, Frank faces a motley crew of evening visitors who help him understand there may be more to life, after all!