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13 Alberta Festivals to Get Your Kids Outside this Winter
In this post, we’re sharing eight Alberta Winter festivals that will get your kids moving, laughing, and loving winter again - no matter the temperature. Get ready to bundle up and explore Alberta’s best Winter Festivals.
Get Outside and Try the ‘Hockey Putt’ at Miquelon Lake
if you’re looking for a reason to get outside this winter, Miquelon Lake Provincial Park has you covered. From backcountry adventures to playful competitions like hockey putt, there’s something for every single member of your family this winter.
Get FREE Popcorn at Cineplex January 16-19, 2026
FOUR DAYS OF FREE POPCORN is coming to Cineplex to celebrate. Grab your movie ticket and get a FREE Small popcorn between January 16-19, 2026.
Watch The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water at Movie Night at World Waterpark
Kick back in the wave pool with your Bikini Bottom buddies for a fin-tastic showing of The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water. Get ready for giggles, splashes, and pure seaside silliness! It’s a fun night out in the always-31-degrees, giving you an escape straight to Bikini Bottom from the winter weather.
$5 Snowshoe & Hot Chocolate Tours at Telus World of Science in January and February
Join the Indigenous Initiatives team for guided snowshoe tours every Saturday in January and February at Telus World of Science.
Weekday Fun Guide: What to do in Edmonton with Kids this Week - January 12-16, 2026
Every week, Edmonton.famliy shares the best things to do in Edmonton with kids. Find this weekday fun guide filled with the best things to do, Monday to Friday in Edmonton.
9 Family-friendly Things to do at Edmonton Pet Expo
Edmonton Pet Expo returns to Edmonton January 17 and 18, 2026 - and it’s packed full of fun. Step into the doors of Pet Expo and find curiosity, learning and brand new experiences for every member of the family.
Registration is OPEN for South Edmonton Warriors Lacrosse Club
The South Edmonton Warriors Lacrosse Club is proud to announce that registration for the upcoming box lacrosse season is officially open. Running from April through June, the program offers opportunities for children ages 5 and older to learn, play, and grow in Canada’s national summer sport.
Get a Toddler Time Pass for Access to World Waterpark Weekdays until June
Toddler time is one of the most incredible values for Edmonton toddlers and young children. For $240 you can get a full season of admission to World Waterpark, or to Galaxyland.
Watch These $3.99 Movies at Cineplex in Edmonton in January
Family Favourites are returning to your local Cineplex Theatre on Saturday, January 10, 2026. That means your weekend plans for the whole gang just got easier! The Cineplex Family Favourites program runs movies Saturdays, for only $3.99 plus applicable taxes (in-theatre price), making it easier than ever to bring the kids to the movies, on the cheap.
Weekday Fun Guide: What to do in Edmonton with Kids this Week - January 5-9, 2026
Every week, Edmonton.famliy shares the best things to do in Edmonton with kids. Find this weekday fun guide filled with the best things to do, Monday to Friday in Edmonton.
Look Up! January 2026 has Supermoons, Meteor Showers and Visible Planets
January 2026 is a month full of sky magic. Look up, get outside and stay up late to find magic in the sky this month. The new year is kicking off with an incredible lineup of celestial sights, making January a dream month for skywatchers.
This FREE Weekly Drop-in Girls Sports Program Returns for 2026
If you’re looking for a way to get your daughter moving, socializing, and trying new things without a huge commitment, For Girls by Girls is something to check out. It’s a free, drop-in sports program designed for girls ages 8–17, and it’s all about fun, confidence, and community.
75+ FREE Things to do in Edmonton in January with Kids
Every month, Edmonton.family event calendar shares the best free things to do in Edmonton with kids. Find free family-friendly events in Edmonton.
Register for This FREE LEGO Friends Candy Shop Make & Take at Staples
This free make-and-take event invites young builders to step into the colorful world of LEGO Friends and create their very own candy shop masterpiece using LEGO bricks. It’s a great chance for children to exercise their creativity, build something awesome, and have a blast doing it.
Four FREE Kids In-store Michaels Events in January 2026
Looking for a fun, free way to kick off the new year with your kids? Local Michaels stores in Edmonton are hosting a series of MakeBreak and Kids Club events throughout January 2026 that are perfect for creative families and crafty folks of all ages!
University of Alberta Observatory Offers FREE Weekly Drop-in Solar and Night Sky Viewing
Every Thursday throughout January, families are invited to drop in for daytime solar viewing and evening night-sky observation. It’s an easy, no-pressure outing, with no previous registration required.
Kids Get FREE Admission to Royal Alberta Museum until January 15
Looking for an affordable (and fun!) way to entertain the kids over the holidays? The Royal Alberta Museum in Edmonton is offering free admission for children and teens under 18 as part of the Canada Strong Passprogram now through January 15, 2026! Parents of young adults (ages 18–24) also save big with 50% off admissionduring this period.