What to do with Kids this WEEK in Edmonton - November 3-7, 2025
Looking for fun, family-friendly ways to keep the kids busy this week in Edmonton? We’ve rounded up the best local drop-ins, workshops, and free events happening from Monday, November 3 to Friday, November 7, 2025. Whether your crew loves to get active, create something new, or just explore what the city has to offer, there’s something for everyone on this week’s list.
From indoor paddleboarding and girls-only sports nights to creative DIY workshops and hands-on coding adventures, this week is packed with opportunities to learn, play, and connect as a family. Best of all? Many of these activities are free or drop-in friendly — perfect for spontaneous weekday fun.
Here’s your guide to what’s happening for kids and families in Edmonton this week!
Monday November 3, 2025
Drop in Stand up Paddleboarding
A full body workout with an inflatable paddle board in deep water. Ages 8+. Drop-in. This is a fun way to extend the paddleboarding season indoors.
Tuesday November 4, 2025
FREE Tuesday Night drop-in sports - For Girls by Girls.
This is a fun weekly drop-in sports for girls 7+. It’s a fun, rotating weekly sport session that builds sport experience and teamwork.
Wednesday November 5, 2025
FREEE Recreational Swim DROP IN at Kinsmen Leisure Centre in Sherwood Park. Don’t skip this swim sponsored by Pasta Pantry, and get your 2for1 coupon on your way into the pool.
National Geographic Dig at Staples. This FREE Drop-in event is a fun make and take offered at your local STAPLES Store.
Chess Meet-up at Strathcona County Library
Stop by the library to play a quick (or not-so-quick) game of chess. Open to all ages and skill levels. Drop-in, no registration required.
Thursday November 6, 2025
FREE DIY Workshop: Make Crochet ornaments at the Reuse Centre.
Get creative, get hands-on, and get inspired at DIY Nights at the Reuse Centre! Each week features a new, rotating workshop focused on reusing, upcycling, and reducing waste
Friday November 7, 2025
Explore Farmfair International. There’s free admission, petting zoos and fun things to explore when you’re inside. Admission is free, but there are some paid activities inside of the convention.
Little Kids: Read with the RCMP DROP IN
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, and we’ll end the morning with a craft!Get a FREE Slurpee to celebrate reverse 7-Eleven Day in-store. Find this deal at your local 7-Eleven, no app or offer required.
FREE Coding Workshop: Direct your own Friendship Film on iPad
We invite kids ages 6–10 and their families to explore the magic of filmmaking on iPad with iMovie. Kids will collaborate as they direct, record, edit and more to make a friendship film that celebrates how we’re better when we come together. Devices provided. Not available in Quebec.
