Join the fun for high-powered racing, heavy-hitting builds, and nonstop entertainment at RAD Torque Raceway. Whether you’re competing, showcasing, or just taking it all in, there’s something for everyone.

Gather your family, friends, and neighbours for a cozy outdoor movie night in your community park. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and snacks, and settle in for a relaxed cinema experience under the stars.

Fly through the hallowed halls of Hogwarts for a musical adventure unlike any other! You and your family will relive the fantastic movie scores of all eight Harry Potter films, perfectly conjured by your Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. This concert promises to be a magical experience for Muggles and wizards alike!

Join the fun for high-powered racing, heavy-hitting builds, and nonstop entertainment at RAD Torque Raceway. Whether you’re competing, showcasing, or just taking it all in, there’s something for everyone.

Calling all Lego Builders! On June 28th you can make a Lego Stadium and take it home at participating Lego Store locations.

Bring your friends and family for an energetic swim session where giant inflatables turn the pool into an exciting aquatic playground. Climb, slide, and bounce your way across the water while lifeguards keep things safe and supervised. Whether you’re looking to cool off, stay active, or just have a blast, this drop-in swim is perfect for all ages and skill levels.

Join the fun at the Kinsmen Sports Centre on June 28th from 4:00pm-8:00pm to celebrate the start of the Summer season. Watch The Lego Movie on the big screen above the pool, while also providing a variety of pool-based activities.

It’s play time! Rapid Fire Theatre’s summer camps for kids ages 6-9 are specifically designed for younger improvisers. Through play, we’ll practice skills like body control, focus, and collaboration.

Get ready to bring your imagination to life! Rapid Fire Theatre’s summer camps for kids ages 9-12 are specifically designed for younger improvisers.

Bring a hat ‘cause this camp is going to blow your mind! Rapid Fire Theatre’s Teen Improv Camp is going to be 5 days straight of laughs and love (Rapid Fire Theatre cannot guarantee you will find love at our camps).

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.

Wondering where to get started with Disc Golf? This introductory workshop will teach you the rules of play, etiquette and an introduction on throwing technique.

It’s a tough life being a noodle, but Alberta’s snakes have amazing super-powers to live in extreme places and face big dangers. In this indoor family presentation, we will explore the amazing diversity of Alberta’s snake species, snake myth-busting and how to stay safe when being near them. Our park animal ambassadors Puzzle and/or Riddle might even make an appearance!

A great opportunity for your kid to meet other young skaters from across Edmonton, build friendships, and be part of the growing Edmonton skateboarding community.

For the past 36 years, this event has been a cherished Canada Day tradition, bringing together thousands of Edmontonians and visitors to celebrate our shared Canadian values of community, service, and inclusion. Last year, we welcomed and served more than 10,000 guests.

Join thousands of Edmontonians at the Alberta Legislature Grounds for a free Canada Day Pancake Breakfast.

Join The Kingsway Legion for a fun-filled Canada Day celebration and community fundraiser designed for all ages!

Start your Canada Day celebrations with a delicious community pancake breakfast at Crestwood! Gather with friends, family, and neighbors for a morning of fresh pancakes, great conversation, and hometown spirit.

Start your Canada Day celebrations with a delicious free community pancake breakfast in Strathcona County.

Join the celebration as the City of St. Albert Celebrates Canada Day presented by Servus Credit Union!

Start your Canada Day celebration with a FREE pancake breakfast! PLUS... enjoy some live music and large inflatables for your kids!

On July 1, Galaxy Fest returns with a mix of science, space, and celebration for all ages. Launch bottle rockets, witness the annual Rocket Launch, enjoy spectacular science demonstrations, create colourful bubble art, try liquid nitrogen galactic ice cream, and more.

A Canada Day celebration is being hosted at the Prince of Wales Armouries Heritage Centre, bringing together history, music, and family-friendly activities for the community.

Let’s go discover the wild side of Miquelon. Journey with a Park Interpreter along Grebe Pond Trail to explore this season’s plants and animals. Whether you are interested in seeing baby animals and pretty flowers or like to identify everything around you, there is something for everyone on this walk.

Join Fort Saskatchewan for a full day of Canada Day celebrations filled with fun, music, and community spirit. From the morning parade and car show to family-friendly activities in Legacy Park, live entertainment, and evening fireworks, there’s something for everyone. Enjoy free admission to the Fort Heritage Precinct, explore the farmers’ market, and take part in one of the city’s most anticipated annual events.

Join the community at Broadmoor Lake Park for a full day of family-friendly fun, live performances, local entertainment, and hands-on activities in celebration of Canada Day.

Celebrate Canada Day at Jubilee Park in Spruce Grove with a full day of family-friendly fun, live entertainment, community activities, and Canadian festivities.

Celebrate Canada Day at Edmonton’s iconic Legislature Grounds with a full day of free family-friendly festivities,

The Hundred Acre Wood is coming to the Muttart Conservatory, and just in time for Canada Day! 

Celebrate Canada Day at Castledowns Playground with free kids’ activities, face painting, crafts, entertainment, music, inflatables and games. Come out and enjoy an afternoon of FREE fun and community spirit.

Happy Canada Day! Celebrate with Century Mile Racetrack and Casino and catch some live horse racing! Doors open at 12:15pm. The first race post time is 1:15. Admission and parking is FREE! All ages are welcome to attend.

Join the celebration at Glastonbury Park from 4-8pm on July 1st for a "Made-In-Canada" Pop-Up Market, live music, children's activities, food trucks and more followed by fireworks at 10:45pm!

Super Heroes are amongst us! Some have super strong electro-static powers or even feeding an entire planet. Despite their small stature we call them Pollinators! Join us on this guided walk to learn how you too can be a super hero and save the world with them!

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.

Every Thursday from 6:30-8:30 pm until Sept 10, the beautiful community garden will be open to the public. Come wander, view, sit and enjoy. 

Garden Explorers starts at Strathcona Museum and Archives! Drop by from 10:30–11:00 AM for some garden fun. Kids 4+ and their grown-ups can help us plant the garden, do a simple activity, and take home a bean plant.

Ever wonder what lies beneath the surface? Dive in to this fun and interactive program to discover for yourself what kind of critters call Grebe pond home. Get down on your bellies and dip into the reeds to see what you will catch!

Join Edmonton Youth field Hockey Club and Edmonton Titans Field Hockey Club. Have you child learn to play Field Hockey for free.

Join Horizon Drive in and Edmonton Valley Zoo for an unforgettable night under the stars as Horizon Drive-In brings back the classic outdoor movie experience to Edmonton!

Enjoy the magic of Fort Edmonton Park with our Disney Movie Month! Start your morning off with a classic Disney favourite, and enjoy exploring Fort Edmonton Park the rest of your day.

Make it, take it and lift it like a champion. Your LEGO® FIFA mini trophy awaits.

Join Wild Birds Unlimited on Saturday, July 4, between 11:00am and 2:00pm as we welcome the Alberta Community Bat Program and Batsby, a live, educational Hoary Bat to Wild Birds Unlimited.

Code Ninjas Central Edmonton is celebrating their Grand Opening on July 4th, 2026. From 11am - 4pm enjoy coding games and activities, explore our dojo, meet the senseis, learn about the summer camps and discover how Code Ninjas turn kids into confident creators through coding, technology, and problem-solving!

Join the Edmonton Arts Council at O‑day’min Park every other Saturday from 12 — 4PM for backyard games and family-friendly activities.

Is a Lady bug really a bug? Some may think they are creepy crawlies, but insects and other invertebrates are fascinating critters with amazing adaptations! Come over and look at the secret lives of some of our tiniest park animals.

Spruce Grove’s signature summer event series returns for 2026 with even more to experience. Last year, over 10,000 people filled the streets of our City Centre. This year, we’re raising the bar with more vendors, more food trucks, more entertainment, and more community energy . Each event transforms downtown into a high-energy, family-friendly hub - rain or shine.

Join Horizon Drive in and Edmonton Valley Zoo for an unforgettable night under the stars as Horizon Drive-In brings back the classic outdoor movie experience to Edmonton!

Come in-store for a fun free event. Make a free fan bracelet made with your favorite team’s colors, and watch a demo on how to use Michaels supplies to make a custom banner to cheer your team on.

Bring your friends and family for an energetic swim session where giant inflatables turn the pool into an exciting aquatic playground. Climb, slide, and bounce your way across the water while lifeguards keep things safe and supervised. Whether you’re looking to cool off, stay active, or just have a blast, this drop-in swim is perfect for all ages and skill levels.

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

It’s a tough life being a noodle, but Alberta’s snakes have amazing super-powers to live in extreme places and face big dangers. In this indoor family presentation, we will explore the amazing diversity of Alberta’s snake species, snake myth-busting and how to stay safe when being near them. Our park animal ambassadors Puzzle and/or Riddle might even make an appearance!

On the second Wednesday of each month, Marine Life will be introducing a new animal friend for a fun, interactive program. Meet and touch one of the animals, and learn all about them through activities, crafts, and stories.

The Art Buffet is the Mitchell Art Gallery’s own “art hive”, a concept developed over two decades of research by Dr. Janis Timm-Bottos rooted in ideas of art therapy and inclusivity. Every Wednesday, we gather and invite the community to join us in self-directed, no-pressure art-making, where we provide the materials and the encouragement!

Can you solve the Miquelon mysteries? There are many clues in uncovering the secret lives of Miquelon’s animals. Join our investigative interpreter as they teach you how to snoop, spy, and identify the tracks and traces they leave behind!

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.

Every Thursday from 6:30-8:30 pm until Sept 10, the beautiful community garden will be open to the public. Come wander, view, sit and enjoy. 

Garden Explorers starts at Strathcona Museum and Archives! Drop by from 10:30–11:00 AM for some garden fun. Kids 4+ and their grown-ups can help us plant the garden, do a simple activity, and take home a bean plant.

Super Heroes are amongst us! Some have super strong electro-static powers or even feeding an entire planet. Despite their small stature we call them Pollinators! Join us on this guided walk to learn how you too can be a super hero and save the world with them!

Retro games meet Ninjas, Ninjas meet retro games. In this camp, campers use Microsoft MakeCode Arcade to bring iconic arcade games to new life with fresh takes. Campers will design and code their own games inspired by classic platformers and adventure genres.

Enjoy the magic of Fort Edmonton Park with our Disney Movie Month! Start your morning off with a classic Disney favourite, and enjoy exploring Fort Edmonton Park the rest of your day.

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

Come in-store for a fun free event! We are partnering with Learn with Michaels our online video on demand and live classes program to promote Camp Creatology with a fun event. Make free wooden space pals, and then go watch the rest of Camp online at Michaels.com!

If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the family, Home Depot has a great workshop for kids that will teach them about building. Kids can learn how to build their very own Go Kart. All materials included and completely free.

Every year families have an opportunity to meet firefighters and fire prevention officers in their community, check out the fire trucks and learn important fire safety information during Edmonton Fire Station Open Houses.

Ever wonder what lies beneath the surface? Dive in to this fun and interactive program to discover for yourself what kind of critters call Grebe pond home. Get down on your bellies and dip into the reeds to see what you will catch!

Curious about skateboarding? Come give it a try! Join Project Rad Skateboarding and their certified coaches during this one-hour “Try It” session at the Spruce Grove Wheeled Sports Park. This program is free and drop-in with the goal of creating a low-pressure way to try out skateboarding. Skateboards and safety equipment will be available to use during the session. Waivers must be signed on site prior to participation. Minors wishing to participate will be required to have their parent/guardian to sign their waiver.

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

It’s a tough life being a noodle, but Alberta’s snakes have amazing super-powers to live in extreme places and face big dangers. In this indoor family presentation, we will explore the amazing diversity of Alberta’s snake species, snake myth-busting and how to stay safe when being near them. Our park animal ambassadors Puzzle and/or Riddle might even make an appearance!

The Art Buffet is the Mitchell Art Gallery’s own “art hive”, a concept developed over two decades of research by Dr. Janis Timm-Bottos rooted in ideas of art therapy and inclusivity. Every Wednesday, we gather and invite the community to join us in self-directed, no-pressure art-making, where we provide the materials and the encouragement!

Is a Lady bug really a bug? Some may think they are creepy crawlies, but insects and other invertebrates are fascinating critters with amazing adaptations! Come over and look at the secret lives of some of our tiniest park animals.

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.

Pond parties are a way for residents to learn about Strathcona County's stormwater facilities and their ecological benefits. Pond parties have activities for all to make learning about our local water ecosystem fun.

Every Thursday from 6:30-8:30 pm until Sept 10, the beautiful community garden will be open to the public. Come wander, view, sit and enjoy. 

Garden Explorers starts at Strathcona Museum and Archives! Drop by from 10:30–11:00 AM for some garden fun. Kids 4+ and their grown-ups can help us plant the garden, do a simple activity, and take home a bean plant.

Super Heroes are amongst us! Some have super strong electro-static powers or even feeding an entire planet. Despite their small stature we call them Pollinators! Join us on this guided walk to learn how you too can be a super hero and save the world with them!

Fired up Fridays are back and better than ever! Come and join us for a pool party, sponsored by Taylor Godin, in the 1st Turn Tent during live racing! Stay cool with some fresh lemonade from Lemon Lagoon, enjoy the live DJ, and gather your friends at the photo booth. Entry is FREE. Don't forget your sunglasses!

Enjoy the magic of Fort Edmonton Park with our Disney Movie Month! Start your morning off with a classic Disney favourite, and enjoy exploring Fort Edmonton Park the rest of your day.

Celebrate The Carrot’s 19th Birthday with Chalk-It-Up! on July 18th. The festivities kick off at 9 AM with a delicious free pancake breakfast, live music, and talented chalk artists turning the Ave into a colorful masterpiece.

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

Visit Century Mile Racetrack and Casino for the first ever Corgi Derby! Get dressed up and come watch the finest pups race to the finish! Catch some live horse racing, see some corgi’s and grab a smoked meat sandwich from Camion Giselle. All ages are welcome to attend, admission and parking are FREE! Doors open at 3:45pm.

Spruce Grove’s signature summer event series returns for 2026 with even more to experience. Last year, over 10,000 people filled the streets of our City Centre. This year, we’re raising the bar with more vendors, more food trucks, more entertainment, and more community energy . Each event transforms downtown into a high-energy, family-friendly hub - rain or shine.

Community outdoor movie night will take place on Saturday, July 18 from 7:00–9:00 PM at Evergreen Funeral Home & Cemetery in Edmonton.

Come in-store for a fun event! Just buy your pot and use our supplies to decorate. We are celebrating National Ice Cream Day with these fun ice cream pals!

Curious about skateboarding? Come give it a try! Join Project Rad Skateboarding and their certified coaches during this one-hour “Try It” session at the Spruce Grove Wheeled Sports Park. This program is free and drop-in with the goal of creating a low-pressure way to try out skateboarding. Skateboards and safety equipment will be available to use during the session. Waivers must be signed on site prior to participation. Minors wishing to participate will be required to have their parent/guardian to sign their waiver.

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

It’s a tough life being a noodle, but Alberta’s snakes have amazing super-powers to live in extreme places and face big dangers. In this indoor family presentation, we will explore the amazing diversity of Alberta’s snake species, snake myth-busting and how to stay safe when being near them. Our park animal ambassadors Puzzle and/or Riddle might even make an appearance!

The Art Buffet is the Mitchell Art Gallery’s own “art hive”, a concept developed over two decades of research by Dr. Janis Timm-Bottos rooted in ideas of art therapy and inclusivity. Every Wednesday, we gather and invite the community to join us in self-directed, no-pressure art-making, where we provide the materials and the encouragement!

The city of Edmonton is rich in birdlife! Come learn about some of our local birds with the Royal Alberta Museum and how the City is creating habitat for our feathered friends with Root for Trees! We'll also take a guided nature walk with Edmonton Nature Club and Bird Dreams. There's lots to explore!

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.

Every Thursday from 6:30-8:30 pm until Sept 10, the beautiful community garden will be open to the public. Come wander, view, sit and enjoy. 

Garden Explorers starts at Strathcona Museum and Archives! Drop by from 10:30–11:00 AM for some garden fun. Kids 4+ and their grown-ups can help us plant the garden, do a simple activity, and take home a bean plant.

Super Heroes are amongst us! Some have super strong electro-static powers or even feeding an entire planet. Despite their small stature we call them Pollinators! Join us on this guided walk to learn how you too can be a super hero and save the world with them!

Marlin, a clown fish, is overly cautious with his son, Nemo, who has a foreshortened fin. When Nemo swims too close to the surface to prove himself, he is caught by a diver, and, horrified, Marlin must set out to find him. A blue reef fish named Dory -- who has a really short memory -- joins Marlin and complicates the encounters with sharks, jellyfish, and a host of ocean dangers. 

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

Come in-store for a fun free kids event! Make a free bracelet with a whimsical summer design.

The annual Mâmawihitowin Summer Gathering celebrates the rich history, heritage, and contributions of the Lac Ste. Anne Métis (LSAM) community.

Every year families have an opportunity to meet firefighters and fire prevention officers in their community, check out the fire trucks and learn important fire safety information during Edmonton Fire Station Open Houses.

Chinatown After Dark invites you to experience the vibrant energy of Chinatown as the sun sets. Wander through glowing lantern-lit streets, discover hidden eateries, browse bustling night markets, and immerse yourself in the neighborhood's rich culture, flavors, and nightlife.

Gather a team of fellow detectives and head to the Stanley A. Milner Library on Saturday, July 25 for Locked Library: The Book Case - an after-hours escape room adventure.

Curious about skateboarding? Come give it a try! Join Project Rad Skateboarding and their certified coaches during this one-hour “Try It” session at the Spruce Grove Wheeled Sports Park. This program is free and drop-in with the goal of creating a low-pressure way to try out skateboarding. Skateboards and safety equipment will be available to use during the session. Waivers must be signed on site prior to participation. Minors wishing to participate will be required to have their parent/guardian to sign their waiver.

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

A great opportunity for your kid to meet other young skaters from across Edmonton, build friendships, and be part of the growing Edmonton skateboarding community.

Pond parties are a way for residents to learn about Strathcona County's stormwater facilities and their ecological benefits. Pond parties have activities for all to make learning about our local water ecosystem fun.

It’s a tough life being a noodle, but Alberta’s snakes have amazing super-powers to live in extreme places and face big dangers. In this indoor family presentation, we will explore the amazing diversity of Alberta’s snake species, snake myth-busting and how to stay safe when being near them. Our park animal ambassadors Puzzle and/or Riddle might even make an appearance!

The Art Buffet is the Mitchell Art Gallery’s own “art hive”, a concept developed over two decades of research by Dr. Janis Timm-Bottos rooted in ideas of art therapy and inclusivity. Every Wednesday, we gather and invite the community to join us in self-directed, no-pressure art-making, where we provide the materials and the encouragement!

Get up close with the small stuff in nature! We'll have fun catching bugs with expert entomologists, have fun learning about the woods with Edmonton Forest School, and go on nature walk with local nature guides!

Join Century Mile Racetrack and Casino on the last Wednesday of the month in June, July and August for the return of our summer Movies at the Mile, presented by Ultra Shine!

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.

Every Thursday from 6:30-8:30 pm until Sept 10, the beautiful community garden will be open to the public. Come wander, view, sit and enjoy. 

Garden Explorers starts at Strathcona Museum and Archives! Drop by from 10:30–11:00 AM for some garden fun. Kids 4+ and their grown-ups can help us plant the garden, do a simple activity, and take home a bean plant.

Can you solve the Miquelon mysteries? There are many clues in uncovering the secret lives of Miquelon’s animals. Join our investigative interpreter as they teach you how to snoop, spy, and identify the tracks and traces they leave behind!

Spruce Grove’s signature summer event series returns for 2026 with even more to experience. Last year, over 10,000 people filled the streets of our City Centre. This year, we’re raising the bar with more vendors, more food trucks, more entertainment, and more community energy . Each event transforms downtown into a high-energy, family-friendly hub - rain or shine.

Get ready for a week of creativity, laughter, and unforgettable Aussie fun! Join professional Australian cartoonists as they bring their world-famous Cartooning Camps back to Edmonton.

Get ready for a week of creativity, laughter, and unforgettable Aussie fun! Join professional Australian cartoonists as they bring their world-famous Cartooning Camps back to Edmonton.

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

Get ready for a week of creativity, laughter, and unforgettable Aussie fun! Join professional Australian cartoonists as they bring their world-famous Cartooning Camps back to Edmonton.

What’s on the ground, up in the trees, below your feet and even on dead logs? They’re SUPER SHROOMS! Come along on this guided walk as we explore the wide world of mushrooms and other fungus, among us. How many can you find?

Get in the groove with movement-based activities around the John Walter Museum in Edmonton's Kinsman Park, with activities led by City of Edmonton nature interpreters, the Invasive Plan Outreach Program, and City Arts Centre!

Get ready for a week of creativity, laughter, and unforgettable Aussie fun! Join professional Australian cartoonists as they bring their world-famous Cartooning Camps back to Edmonton.

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.

Every Thursday from 6:30-8:30 pm until Sept 10, the beautiful community garden will be open to the public. Come wander, view, sit and enjoy. 

Get ready for a week of creativity, laughter, and unforgettable Aussie fun! Join professional Australian cartoonists as they bring their world-famous Cartooning Camps back to Edmonton.

Garden Explorers starts at Strathcona Museum and Archives! Drop by from 10:30–11:00 AM for some garden fun. Kids 4+ and their grown-ups can help us plant the garden, do a simple activity, and take home a bean plant.

Canada’s most vibrant fun run, the Bubble Chase 5K, is officially taking over Capilano Park! Trade your standard race route for a magical, messy, and unforgettable course filled with massive arches pumping out non-stop, neon-coloured foam and bubbles.

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the family, Home Depot has a great workshop for kids that will teach them about building. Kids can learn how to build their very own Rocket Game. All materials included and completely free.

On the second Wednesday of each month, Marine Life will be introducing a new animal friend for a fun, interactive program. Meet and touch one of the animals, and learn all about them through activities, crafts, and stories.

In collaboration with Urban Vinyl Signage, we are excited to bring back the annual Billy Bacon Memorial Bulldog Race. Join us for a day at the races and stick around until the end to watch the bulldogs race down the track!

Every year families have an opportunity to meet firefighters and fire prevention officers in their community, check out the fire trucks and learn important fire safety information during Edmonton Fire Station Open Houses.

Is a Lady bug really a bug? Some may think they are creepy crawlies, but insects and other invertebrates are fascinating critters with amazing adaptations! Come over and look at the secret lives of some of our tiniest park animals.

Come down for the toonie pancake breakfast, then stay after 11 am to watch the rafts take to the river. Family fun as the slow race progresses.

Curious about skateboarding? Come give it a try! Join Project Rad Skateboarding and their certified coaches during this one-hour “Try It” session at the Spruce Grove Wheeled Sports Park. This program is free and drop-in with the goal of creating a low-pressure way to try out skateboarding. Skateboards and safety equipment will be available to use during the session. Waivers must be signed on site prior to participation. Minors wishing to participate will be required to have their parent/guardian to sign their waiver.

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

What’s on the ground, up in the trees, below your feet and even on dead logs? They’re SUPER SHROOMS! Come along on this guided walk as we explore the wide world of mushrooms and other fungus, among us. How many can you find?

The Felice Block Party will be a dynamic family friendly event featuring local vendors, food trucks, free activities and live entertainment.

Can you solve the Miquelon mysteries? There are many clues in uncovering the secret lives of Miquelon’s animals. Join our investigative interpreter as they teach you how to snoop, spy, and identify the tracks and traces they leave behind!

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.

Every Thursday from 6:30-8:30 pm until Sept 10, the beautiful community garden will be open to the public. Come wander, view, sit and enjoy. 

Garden Explorers starts at Strathcona Museum and Archives! Drop by from 10:30–11:00 AM for some garden fun. Kids 4+ and their grown-ups can help us plant the garden, do a simple activity, and take home a bean plant.

Fired up Fridays are back and better than ever! Come and join our 80s glow party, sponsored by Taylor Godin, in the 1st Turn Tent during live racing! Grab your glow sticks and sip on a dirty soda from Sips and Sodas, or a lemonade from Lemon Lagoon. Mystic Entertainment will be bringing the party featuring a live DJ. Entry is FREE!

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

Join FAVA and ELFF for an evening of great food, music, and community!

Ever wonder what lies beneath the surface? Dive in to this fun and interactive program to discover for yourself what kind of critters call Grebe pond home. Get down on your bellies and dip into the reeds to see what you will catch!

Spruce Grove’s signature summer event series returns for 2026 with even more to experience. Last year, over 10,000 people filled the streets of our City Centre. This year, we’re raising the bar with more vendors, more food trucks, more entertainment, and more community energy . Each event transforms downtown into a high-energy, family-friendly hub - rain or shine.

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

What’s on the ground, up in the trees, below your feet and even on dead logs? They’re SUPER SHROOMS! Come along on this guided walk as we explore the wide world of mushrooms and other fungus, among us. How many can you find?

Come learn about the waste system in Strathcona County. Enjoy free activities for the whole family while you learn about waste management. Get an up close look at a waste truck, find interactive games and waste trucks, and so much more. No cost. No registration required.

Is a Lady bug really a bug? Some may think they are creepy crawlies, but insects and other invertebrates are fascinating critters with amazing adaptations! Come over and look at the secret lives of some of our tiniest park animals.

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.

Every Thursday from 6:30-8:30 pm until Sept 10, the beautiful community garden will be open to the public. Come wander, view, sit and enjoy. 

Garden Explorers starts at Strathcona Museum and Archives! Drop by from 10:30–11:00 AM for some garden fun. Kids 4+ and their grown-ups can help us plant the garden, do a simple activity, and take home a bean plant.

This exclusive event is one of the best nights of the year, bringing together the Sarasota Homes + Realty community for an evening of fun, shopping, food, and family-friendly entertainment.

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

Every year families have an opportunity to meet firefighters and fire prevention officers in their community, check out the fire trucks and learn important fire safety information during Edmonton Fire Station Open Houses.

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

A great opportunity for your kid to meet other young skaters from across Edmonton, build friendships, and be part of the growing Edmonton skateboarding community.

Pond parties are a way for residents to learn about Strathcona County's stormwater facilities and their ecological benefits. Pond parties have activities for all to make learning about our local water ecosystem fun.

What’s on the ground, up in the trees, below your feet and even on dead logs? They’re SUPER SHROOMS! Come along on this guided walk as we explore the wide world of mushrooms and other fungus, among us. How many can you find?

Join Century Mile Racetrack and Casino on the last Wednesday of the month in June, July and August for the return of our summer Movies at the Mile, presented by Ultra Shine!

Ever wonder what lies beneath the surface? Dive in to this fun and interactive program to discover for yourself what kind of critters call Grebe pond home. Get down on your bellies and dip into the reeds to see what you will catch!

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.

Every Thursday from 6:30-8:30 pm until Sept 10, the beautiful community garden will be open to the public. Come wander, view, sit and enjoy. 

Garden Explorers starts at Strathcona Museum and Archives! Drop by from 10:30–11:00 AM for some garden fun. Kids 4+ and their grown-ups can help us plant the garden, do a simple activity, and take home a bean plant.

Join on Tuesday and Saturday mornings in Strathcona County for Little Sprouts Nature Play, a joyful outdoor adventure specially designed for children aged 2–6 years. Through child-led exploration across nine unique wonder spots, little ones are invited to discover, create, and connect with the natural world through hands-on, sensory-rich play.

Every year families have an opportunity to meet firefighters and fire prevention officers in their community, check out the fire trucks and learn important fire safety information during Edmonton Fire Station Open Houses.

Can you solve the Miquelon mysteries? There are many clues in uncovering the secret lives of Miquelon’s animals. Join our investigative interpreter as they teach you how to snoop, spy, and identify the tracks and traces they leave behind!

This year, wrap up summer with a brand-new event: Fort’s Summer Send-Off, a full day of free, family-friendly fun at the Fort Heritage Precinct. Enjoy live entertainment, cultural experiences, and community activities as we celebrate Alberta’s heritage and spirit.

What’s on the ground, up in the trees, below your feet and even on dead logs? They’re SUPER SHROOMS! Come along on this guided walk as we explore the wide world of mushrooms and other fungus, among us. How many can you find?

Every Thursday from 6:30-8:30 pm until Sept 10, the beautiful community garden will be open to the public. Come wander, view, sit and enjoy. 

The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra is thrilled to announce the return of Symphony Under the Sky, presented by RE/MAX, to the Heritage Amphitheatre in Hawrelak Park from September 3–6, 2026.

The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra is thrilled to announce the return of Symphony Under the Sky, presented by RE/MAX, to the Heritage Amphitheatre in Hawrelak Park from September 3–6, 2026.

Is a Lady bug really a bug? Some may think they are creepy crawlies, but insects and other invertebrates are fascinating critters with amazing adaptations! Come over and look at the secret lives of some of our tiniest park animals.

The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra is thrilled to announce the return of Symphony Under the Sky, presented by RE/MAX, to the Heritage Amphitheatre in Hawrelak Park from September 3–6, 2026.

The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra is thrilled to announce the return of Symphony Under the Sky, presented by RE/MAX, to the Heritage Amphitheatre in Hawrelak Park from September 3–6, 2026.