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Halloween at Magrath at Concordia
Join the Magrath Campus crew for spooky and fun-filled Halloween celebration at Magrath Campus!
Halloween at Magrath at Concordia
Join the Magrath Campus crew for spooky and fun-filled Halloween celebration at Magrath Campus!
For Girls By Girls Drop-in Sports
For Girls By Girls is a FREE drop-in program to help girls ages 8-17 build confidence and encourage their pursuit in sport and recreation. Join in to participate in a variety of sports, games, and skill development exercises.
Halloween at Magrath at Concordia
Join the Magrath Campus crew for spooky and fun-filled Halloween celebration at Magrath Campus!
Free Admission Art Gallery of Alberta
The AGA is pleased to offer free admission from 4-7pm on the last Thursday of every month.
Halloween at Magrath at Concordia
Join the Magrath Campus crew for spooky and fun-filled Halloween celebration at Magrath Campus!
Haunted Trail at Strathcona Wilderness Centre
Meet at the entrance of the trail system where our costumed guide will welcome you and provide a brief introduction to the tour, setting the stage for the eerie journey ahead.
Haunted Trail at Strathcona Wilderness Centre
Meet at the entrance of the trail system where our costumed guide will welcome you and provide a brief introduction to the tour, setting the stage for the eerie journey ahead.
Spooktacular Scavenger Hunt at IKEA Edmonton
Dress up in your favorite costume and enjoy a frightfully fun adventure perfect for kids and grown-ups alike. Complete the hunt and receive a treat (no tricks involved)!
The Headless Carrot Halloween Party
Start planning your spook-tacular costumes and get ready for a fang-tastic time! Join us for a thrilling Halloween bash filled with fun, laughter, and spooky surprises.
Halloween at Bonnie Doon
Trick or Treating at Bonnie Doon Stores treats for children in costumes while supplies last starting at 4pm. Look for the pumpkin floor decals in front of participating stores.
West Edmonton Mall Trick or Treat Festival
Make your way to our candy stations and celebrate Halloween in a fun, safe, and warm environment.
Clarkdale Creepshow: Curse of the Crow
Check out this incredible haunt in Sherwood Park! The older kids will love the scares, and you can even find kids activities on-site!
Trunk or Treat at Vantage Point
Come and join us for our fun-filled annual Trunk & Treat event! Swing by to say hello, grab a hot dog, and warm up with a cozy cup of hot chocolate by the fire while the kids enjoy trick-or-treating from vehicle to vehicle.
Ride with Riverdale Witches
Come prowl the streets of Riverdale for a slow cruise through Riverdale - perfect for giving little trick or treaters a spine tingling thrill and conjuring up some seriously creepy Halloween magic!
Delwood Fright Night Haunted House
Delwood Kingdom of Lost Souls Haunted House makes a return for 2025 with Delwood Fright Night.
Halloween Night Fireworks in Griesbach
Come in your costumes, warm up with hot chocolate, enjoy music, and cap off the evening with a spectacular fireworks show!
Halloween Fireworks in the Park
Celebrate Halloween night with a spectacular fireworks show at Tomlinson Park in Terwillegar, Edmonton. Families and friends are invited to gather on October 31 for an evening filled with community spirit and seasonal fun. As
St. Albert Sports Day at Servus Place
Whether you’re lacing up your cleats, sneakers, skates or forgoing footwear all together, there’s a little something for everyone to try at Sports Day!
Pumpkin Drop in Strathcona County
Join Emergency Services for a pumpkin drop for Muscular Dystrophy. For a donation, residents can drop their old pumpkins from the fourth floor of the hose tower at Fire Station 6.
FREE City of Edmonton Play Rangers: Shelter Building, Disc Golf and Outdoor Games
Play Rangers focuses on children and family participation, with special outdoor recreational activities that can be enjoyed by all. Children (ages 6-12) are welcome to attend on their own.
Day of the Dead Celebration
Day of the Dead festivities is an explosion of colour and life-affirming joy. Sure, the theme is death, but the point is to demonstrate love and respect for deceased family members.
Halloween/Day of the Dead Critical Mass
Get ready to ride your bike in costume through the streets at night for a spooky and fun celebration of spooky season!
Midnight Manor Halloween Party
Checking in since 1912 at The Historic Pendennis Manor for a timeless night of dancing, boozy drinks and chilling thrills!
Pumpkin Smash at Clareview Recreation Centre
Bring your jack-o-lanterns and pumpkins to this family-friendly event at Clareview Rec Centre (west parking lot by the Recycling Depot).
Peter and the Wolf at Winspear Centre
Symphony For Kids concerts are designed to be the ideal child-sized introduction to orchestral music. Family-friendly activities are available in the lobby prior to each SFK concert, so be sure to arrive early – and, of course, there will be fresh popcorn!
For Girls By Girls Drop-in Sports
For Girls By Girls is a FREE drop-in program to help girls ages 8-17 build confidence and encourage their pursuit in sport and recreation. Join in to participate in a variety of sports, games, and skill development exercises.
DIY Workshop at Reuse Centre: Crochet Ornaments
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.
Home Depot Kids Workshops: Build an Excavator
If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the family, we’ve got a great workshop for kids that will teach them about building. Kids can learn how to build their very own Excavator
FREE City of Edmonton Play Rangers: Shelter Building, Disc Golf and Outdoor Games
Play Rangers focuses on children and family participation, with special outdoor recreational activities that can be enjoyed by all. Children (ages 6-12) are welcome to attend on their own.
For Girls By Girls Drop-in Sports
For Girls By Girls is a FREE drop-in program to help girls ages 8-17 build confidence and encourage their pursuit in sport and recreation. Join in to participate in a variety of sports, games, and skill development exercises.
DIY Workshop at Reuse Centre: Bike Winterization
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.
FREE City of Edmonton Play Rangers: Shelter Building, Disc Golf and Outdoor Games
Play Rangers focuses on children and family participation, with special outdoor recreational activities that can be enjoyed by all. Children (ages 6-12) are welcome to attend on their own.
Family Candle Making Workshop
Join us and learn how to make candles two ways in the Walter family’s historic homes!
Strathcona County Celebration of Lights
This free family-friendly event aims to entertain the whole family with an LED tree show, holiday music, holiday activities and games, as well as a special appearance from Santa, Mrs. Claus and the Grinch!
All is Bright on 124th
Kick off the season with a night of winter celebration—live music, winter activities, food, and community magic.
FREE Saturday Swim (with inflatable)
Splash around with a FREE Saturday swim (sponsored by Pasta Pantry & Trattoria) at Emerald Hills Leisure Centre!
For Girls By Girls Drop-in Sports
For Girls By Girls is a FREE drop-in program to help girls ages 8-17 build confidence and encourage their pursuit in sport and recreation. Join in to participate in a variety of sports, games, and skill development exercises.
ELF at the Capitol
Raised as an elf at the North Pole, Buddy always knew he was a little different. When his human size makes him stand out in Santa’s Workshop, he sets off on a journey to New York City to find his real father.
DIY Workshop at Reuse Centre: Reusable Gift Bags
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. Cut down your holiday waste by making reusable gift bags at this week’s workshop.
Canadian Tire Magic of Lights
The Canadian Tire Magic of Lights’ is an Edmonton holiday staple, with a dazzling 2.7-kilometer drive through featuring over 2 millions LED Lights and Digital Animations.
FREE City of Edmonton Play Rangers: Shelter Building, Disc Golf and Outdoor Games
Play Rangers focuses on children and family participation, with special outdoor recreational activities that can be enjoyed by all. Children (ages 6-12) are welcome to attend on their own.
Edmonton Downtown Winterval Light Up
Each year, 104 Street comes alive with lights, music, winter patios, and festive cheer. Local businesses join the celebration with giveaways, in-store specials, and seasonal treats to help you stock up, snack up, and soak up the spirit.
Devon Christmas in the Park
Kick off the holiday season with the Devon Holiday Festival in a brand new location. It’s magical, family-fun with themed Christmas activities and a full light-up celebration including the light up of the park! This one is worth the drive.
Kingsway Holiday Parade
Join the magic on November 22, 2025 as the Kingsway District transforms into a sparkling winter wonderland for the annual Kingsway Holiday Parade!
For Girls By Girls Drop-in Sports
For Girls By Girls is a FREE drop-in program to help girls ages 8-17 build confidence and encourage their pursuit in sport and recreation. Join in to participate in a variety of sports, games, and skill development exercises.
Free Admission Art Gallery of Alberta
The AGA is pleased to offer free admission from 4-7pm on the last Thursday of every month.
DIY Workshop at Reuse Centre: Scrap Fabric Ornament
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. Cut down your holiday waste by making reusable gift bags at this week’s workshop.
St. Albert Snowflake Festival
St. Albert’s winter festival, The Snowflake Festival, is back for 2025 Taking place on Perron Street, St. Thomas Street and at St. Albert Place! Friday November 28th from 5:30 p.m. - 9p.m.
Home Depot Kids Workshops: Build a Teddy Bear Ornament
If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the family, we’ve got a great workshop for kids that will teach them about building. Kids can learn how to build their very own Excavator
FREE City of Edmonton Play Rangers: Shelter Building, Disc Golf and Outdoor Games
Play Rangers focuses on children and family participation, with special outdoor recreational activities that can be enjoyed by all. Children (ages 6-12) are welcome to attend on their own.
Winter Whyte Holiday Light Up
Join this winter celebration in the heart of Old Strathcona at Winter Whyte Light Up! Kick-off the holiday season with live performances, twinkling lights, cultural experiences, ice carving, rides on the streetcar, and more.
Winterfest Light up in Stony Plain
Winter Fest is a month long of activities for the whole family to enjoy. Kick off the festive season with Light up on November 30th, 2025.
Christmas Light Up at Alberta Legislature Grounds
Join families, friends, and visitors from across Alberta as thousands of sparkling lights transform the historic Legislature grounds into a winter wonderland.
FREE Kids Workshop at Rona
Come celebrate love and creativity by participating in our RONA Kiddos Workshop at your local store on December 6, 2025.
The workshop will guide you through assembling and decorating a Christmas surprise.
FREE City of Edmonton Play Rangers: Shelter Building, Disc Golf and Outdoor Games
Play Rangers focuses on children and family participation, with special outdoor recreational activities that can be enjoyed by all. Children (ages 6-12) are welcome to attend on their own.
FREE City of Edmonton Play Rangers: Shelter Building, Disc Golf and Outdoor Games
Play Rangers focuses on children and family participation, with special outdoor recreational activities that can be enjoyed by all. Children (ages 6-12) are welcome to attend on their own.
Santa's Workshop at John Walter Museum
Make holiday memories as we bake fruitcake, decorate wreaths, and write letters to Santa in our historic homes. Our fruitcake recipe is nut and alcohol free (comes with directions to add your own at home!)
Bright Light Skate Night
Bundle up and head to Sir Winston Churchill Square and the City Hall Plaza on December 13, 2025, for Bright Light Skate Night.
FREE Saturday Swim (with inflatable)
Splash around with a FREE Saturday swim (sponsored by Pasta Pantry & Trattoria) at Emerald Hills Leisure Centre!
Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas in Concert
The FILMharmonic Orchestra embarks on another adventure with Tim Burton’s stop-motion masterpiece! Scored by the legendary Danny Elfman, the film follows the earnest-but-misguided adventures of Jack Skellington, Halloween Town’s beloved Pumpkin King, as he attempts to take over the Christmas holiday.
FREE City of Edmonton Play Rangers: Shelter Building, Disc Golf and Outdoor Games
Play Rangers focuses on children and family participation, with special outdoor recreational activities that can be enjoyed by all. Children (ages 6-12) are welcome to attend on their own.
FREE City of Edmonton Play Rangers: Shelter Building, Disc Golf and Outdoor Games
Play Rangers focuses on children and family participation, with special outdoor recreational activities that can be enjoyed by all. Children (ages 6-12) are welcome to attend on their own.
Blush Bridal Show: Winter 2026
Explore a hand-selected lineup of top-tier wedding vendors, all ready to help turn your vision into reality.
Delwood Fright Night Haunted House
Delwood Kingdom of Lost Souls Haunted House makes a return for 2025 with Delwood Fright Night.
Lago Lindo Haunted Hall
For two nights only the Lago Lindo Community Hall will transform into a Haunted Hall. If you’re brave enough to enter, don’t forget your food bank donation.
Howl-Ween Pooch Parade at Greenland Garden Centre
Come see adorable dogs and their owners dressed up for Halloween in support of local animal rescues.
Ridgewood Spooky Soiree
Come down to Ridgewood Community Hall at 3705 Mill Woods Rd E on Sunday, October 26th from 12:30 - 3 pm for a fun event filled with, tricks, treats, and activities for the whole family.
Haunted HallowFest at Muttart Conservatory
Celebrate Halloween in a unique, family-friendly setting at the Muttart Conservatory! This event, at the Muttart, offers a perfect blend of enchanting nature and festive fun. Come dressed in your favorite costume and explore the pyramids.
Free LEGO Make & Take: Build a Witch
LEGO Witch make and take event is intended for participants aged 6+ years. The LEGO Witch model will be available on a first come first serve basis, at participating locations, while supplies last.
Hallowed Ground at St. Albert Centre
Join Neutral Ground on Sunday, October 26th, from 11AM to 3PM, for a day of free Halloween snacks, arts & crafts, and fun activities for all ages.
Halloween at John Walter Museum
Join us to celebrate All Hallow’s Eve! Practice trick-or-treating and learn some spooky history with us in this free family fun event.
Haunted Trail at Strathcona Wilderness Centre
Meet at the entrance of the trail system where our costumed guide will welcome you and provide a brief introduction to the tour, setting the stage for the eerie journey ahead.
Haunted Trail at Strathcona Wilderness Centre
Meet at the entrance of the trail system where our costumed guide will welcome you and provide a brief introduction to the tour, setting the stage for the eerie journey ahead.
Delwood Fright Night Haunted House
Delwood Kingdom of Lost Souls Haunted House makes a return for 2025 with Delwood Fright Night.
Fright Night at Galaxyland
The park comes alive with roaming zombies at every turn while unlimited rides keep your adrenaline pumping! Feel the pulse of the night with a live DJ and 360° photobooth.
Lago Lindo Haunted Hall
For two nights only the Lago Lindo Community Hall will transform into a Haunted Hall. If you’re brave enough to enter, don’t forget your food bank donation.
Clarkdale Creepshow: Curse of the Crow
Check out this incredible haunt in Sherwood Park! The older kids will love the scares, and you can even find kids activities on-site!
Lago Lindo Haunted Hall
October brings this family-friendly event featuring Halloween themed activities including arts and crafts, games and more at the Lago Lindo Community Hall.
Halloween at Magrath at Concordia
Join the Magrath Campus crew for spooky and fun-filled Halloween celebration at Magrath Campus!
Trick or Treat at the Museum
Planning on going to Trunk or Treat in the CN Station parking lot? Stop by and join us in the Historic Village at the Fort Heritage Precinct for an afternoon of FREE trick-or-treating fun!
Fort Saskatchewan Trunk or Treat
Northern Lights Candy Company is thrilled to be able to help make sure that this spooktacular event is able to continue this year! Trunk or Treats have been a hit for years, and we are so excited to help bring this special experience to Fort Saskatchewan once again.
FREE City of Edmonton Play Rangers: Shelter Building, Disc Golf and Outdoor Games
Play Rangers focuses on children and family participation, with special outdoor recreational activities that can be enjoyed by all. Children (ages 6-12) are welcome to attend on their own.
Cozy Autumn Candle Workshop
Join us for a seasonal, beginner-friendly candle-making workshop where creativity meets comfort. In this hands-on experience, you’ll design your own custom autumn-inspired candle — the perfect keepsake for yourself or a thoughtful holiday gift.
Hallowe'en Costume Party with Rosslyn Community League
Come to the Rosslyn Community League Hall for a family friendly afternoon of Hallowe'en FUN! Play some spooky games to win prizes! Indulged on too many sweet treats!
Halloween Party & Costume Parade
Come join us at the Rosslyn Community League Hall for a family friendly afternoon of Hallowe'en FUN!
Rosenthal's Haunted Hunt
Follow a spooky map of Rosenthal Splash Park to find hidden flags—complete the scavenger hunt and earn an extra sweet treat!
Spruce Grove Fall Fest
With live entertainment, vendors, and autumn-themed activities, this event builds community spirit while drawing visitors into the heart of the City Centre.
Free Spooky Specimens at Royal Alberta Museum
Just like the well-known Halloween game, build up some courage and put your hand inside the box. Instead of boiled spaghetti, you’ll get to touch all sorts of cool museum objects!
Cineplex Family Favourites $3.99 Movie: The Corpse Bride 20th Anniversary
Set in a 19th century European village, this stop-motion, animated feature follows the story of Victor , a young man who is whisked away to the underworld and wed to a mysterious Corpse Bride, while his real bride, Victoria, waits bereft in the land of the living.
Casper IMAX Pajama Party at Telus World of Science
This October, your Science Centre is going spooky! The Spooky for All Film Fest in the IMAX theatre has something for everyone, from cult and classic horror films to a cozy family PJ party.
Halloween Costume Party
Come join the fun at the Rosslyn Community League Hall for a family-friendly afternoon of spooky fun! Play thrilling games to win prizes, enjoy plenty of sweet treats, and show off your best costume in our lively costume parade. Bring the whole family for a fang-tastic time!
Haunted Trail at Strathcona Wilderness Centre
Meet at the entrance of the trail system where our costumed guide will welcome you and provide a brief introduction to the tour, setting the stage for the eerie journey ahead.
K3 Field of Screams Maze
This haunted field of screams corn maze is the perfect place to get your scare on this Halloween season. There are plenty of frights waiting for you at every dark turn – from creepy creatures hiding behind corners to terrifying surprises lurking in the shadows. Do you dare enter?