Find the best things to do in Edmonton with Kids
FREE Bison Backstage Tour Guided Hike at Elk Island National Park
Bison Backstage is the exclusive, behind the scenes look at bison conservation at Elk Island. Visitors will be led through the Plains Bison Handling Facility and along the way will learn about the history of bison, how they affect the prairie landscape around them, and how parks staff continue the ongoing role in bison conservation efforts. This is a 1-hour walking tour that covers approximately 1 kilometer over uneven ground.
FREE Drop-in Parent and Child Dance Class
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.
Toonie Swim at Eastglen Leisure Centre
For just $2, you can enjoy a relaxing dip in the pool on Friday and Saturday, during Drop in Toonie swim time at Eastglen Leisure Centre.
FREE Bison Backstage Tour Guided Hike at Elk Island National Park
Bison Backstage is the exclusive, behind the scenes look at bison conservation at Elk Island. Visitors will be led through the Plains Bison Handling Facility and along the way will learn about the history of bison, how they affect the prairie landscape around them, and how parks staff continue the ongoing role in bison conservation efforts. This is a 1-hour walking tour that covers approximately 1 kilometer over uneven ground.
FREE Drop-in Parent and Child Dance Class
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.
Toonie Swim at Eastglen Leisure Centre
For just $2, you can enjoy a relaxing dip in the pool on Friday and Saturday, during Drop in Toonie swim time at Eastglen Leisure Centre.
FREE Bison Backstage Tour Guided Hike at Elk Island National Park
Bison Backstage is the exclusive, behind the scenes look at bison conservation at Elk Island. Visitors will be led through the Plains Bison Handling Facility and along the way will learn about the history of bison, how they affect the prairie landscape around them, and how parks staff continue the ongoing role in bison conservation efforts. This is a 1-hour walking tour that covers approximately 1 kilometer over uneven ground.
Peek in a Pond Family Program at Miquelon Lake
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!
FREE Drop-in Parent and Child Dance Class
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.
Snakes of Alberta Presentation at Miquelon Lake
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!
Peek in a Pond Family Program at Miquelon Lake
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!
Snakes of Alberta Presentation at Miquelon Lake
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!
Peek in a Pond Family Program at Miquelon Lake
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!
Snakes of Alberta Presentation at Miquelon Lake
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!
Snakes of Alberta Presentation at Miquelon Lake
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!
Snakes of Alberta Presentation at Miquelon Lake
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!
Peek in a Pond Family Program at Miquelon Lake
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!
Peek in a Pond Family Program at Miquelon Lake
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!
Toonie Swim at Eastglen Leisure Centre
For just $2, you can enjoy a relaxing dip in the pool on Friday and Saturday, during Drop in Toonie swim time at Eastglen Leisure Centre.
FREE Drop-in Parent and Child Dance Class
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.
City of Edmonton Play Rangers: GPS, Geocaching & Orienteering
Want to play with a GPS, maybe look to see if you can find a Geocache or even learn a little about maps? If you do, come check us out, GPS will be provided for the program.
FREE Bison Backstage Tour Guided Hike at Elk Island National Park
Bison Backstage is the exclusive, behind the scenes look at bison conservation at Elk Island. Visitors will be led through the Plains Bison Handling Facility and along the way will learn about the history of bison, how they affect the prairie landscape around them, and how parks staff continue the ongoing role in bison conservation efforts. This is a 1-hour walking tour that covers approximately 1 kilometer over uneven ground.
Toonie Swim at Eastglen Leisure Centre
For just $2, you can enjoy a relaxing dip in the pool on Friday and Saturday, during Drop in Toonie swim time at Eastglen Leisure Centre.
FREE Drop-in Parent and Child Dance Class
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.
FREE Open House Admission ACT Recreation Centre
The City of Edmonton will be hosting a series of free open houses at select recreation centres, so Edmontonians can experience the amenities found in their neighbourhood. This month, you can get free admission to ACT in Edmonton.
City of Edmonton Play Rangers: GPS, Geocaching & Orienteering
Want to play with a GPS, maybe look to see if you can find a Geocache or even learn a little about maps? If you do, come check us out, GPS will be provided for the program.
Birch Bay Ranch Family Fun Day
Come out to enjoy zip lining, rock climbing, rappelling, ascending, and more on our state-of-the-art high ropes course (for kids—and adults—aged eight or older).
FREE Bison Backstage Tour Guided Hike at Elk Island National Park
Bison Backstage is the exclusive, behind the scenes look at bison conservation at Elk Island. Visitors will be led through the Plains Bison Handling Facility and along the way will learn about the history of bison, how they affect the prairie landscape around them, and how parks staff continue the ongoing role in bison conservation efforts. This is a 1-hour walking tour that covers approximately 1 kilometer over uneven ground.
UFest Edmonton Ukrainian Festival 2026
Bring the whole family along as UFest has something for everyone! Enjoy FREE entertainment, FREE kids' activities, food trucks and tents, craft beer and beverages, workshops, art displays, and a variety of gifts and souvenirs to take home with you.
William Hawrelak Park Grand Opening
This exciting event marks the completion of all construction and the return of full park services. The celebration will feature various activities across the park throughout the day.
Toonie Swim at Eastglen Leisure Centre
For just $2, you can enjoy a relaxing dip in the pool on Friday and Saturday, during Drop in Toonie swim time at Eastglen Leisure Centre.
Markets at the Mile and Live Racing at Century Mile Racetrack and Casino
Join the fun on May 29 during live racing in the 1st Turn Tent and shop local artists. Parking and Admission are free, all ages are welcome to attend.
UFest Edmonton Ukrainian Festival 2026
Bring the whole family along as UFest has something for everyone! Enjoy FREE entertainment, FREE kids' activities, food trucks and tents, craft beer and beverages, workshops, art displays, and a variety of gifts and souvenirs to take home with you.
International Children's Festival of the Arts
At the festival, children will tap into the power of creative expression as they observe world-class artists at the height of their crafts, sing and dance to world music, interact with roving artists, listen to stories of others’ experiences, and create their own masterpieces with the help of a multitude of hands-on activities.
Leduc Black Gold Rodeo
If you've never been to the rodeo, you're missing out! Professional Rodeo Performances, Trade Fair, Midway, Rodeo of Smiles, Cabaret, Live Music, Extreme Cowboy Competition, Car Show, Dance in the Dirt, Black Gold Days Parade, Pancake Breakfasts and BBQ lunches, Family Fun Fair, and so much more!
Children's Makerspace Open Hours at EPL
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.
Tours for Tots at Art Gallery of Alberta: Kandinsky
Discover the colourful paintings of artist Wassily Kandinsky, the world’s first abstract painter! Explore his use of colour, line, shape and design before creating an abstract artwork inspired by his work, without a brush!
FREE Drop-in Parent and Child Dance Class
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.
FREE Junk Journal Drop-in at Michaels (13+)
Come in-store for a fun and free event! Learn all about junk journaling and why Michaels has everything you need for this fun analog hobby. Even make a small junk journal of your very own. No registration required, available at all locations.
Cherot Teddy Bear Picnic
Chérot’s Teddy Bear Picnic is a family-focused spring event designed to bring the community together for a relaxed afternoon in the park. Enjoy FREE Teddy bears (while supplies last), ice cream treats, live music and an afternoon of family fun while you tour the local show homes.
LEGO Peace Lily Make & Take at Chapters Indigo
Join in store to build your own LEGO® Peace Lily, plus a fun storytime. There is a $5 cost, but you’ll receive a gift card of the same value to spend in-store.
FREE Family Nature Walk at Gold Bar Park
Join Nature Alberta as we get in touch with the natural world all around us! Family Nature Walks are opportunities for families to get outdoors and, guided by expert naturalists, learn more about the wild species that we live alongside.
City of Edmonton Play Rangers: GPS, Geocaching & Orienteering
Want to play with a GPS, maybe look to see if you can find a Geocache or even learn a little about maps? If you do, come check us out, GPS will be provided for the program.
Spring on the Block at Cambrian
Spring on the Block is a seasonal event series hosted by Rohit Communities, designed to bring people together and celebrate the feeling of home.
FREE Art Cart Saturdays at Churchill Square
Join Art Gallery of Alberta Educators at the Art Cart in Churchill Square on Saturdays from 1 – 4PM. We bring the art supplies — you bring the imagination!
World Fish Migration Day
Spend a day with your kids, friends and family by the river exploring our local river ecology. Learn how you can protect our fish and waters through hands on citizen science, and meeting experts and researchers dedicating their lives to supporting the precious balance of life that holds us all together.
Free Petting Zoo at Callingwood Marketplace
Join us at The Marketplace at Callingwood on Saturday, May 23 from 1–4 PM for a free afternoon of family fun! Enjoy a petting zoo, bouncy castle, and face painting, plus roving entertainment with Spandy Andy, live music, and food trucks.
FREE Bison Backstage Tour Guided Hike at Elk Island National Park
Bison Backstage is the exclusive, behind the scenes look at bison conservation at Elk Island. Visitors will be led through the Plains Bison Handling Facility and along the way will learn about the history of bison, how they affect the prairie landscape around them, and how parks staff continue the ongoing role in bison conservation efforts. This is a 1-hour walking tour that covers approximately 1 kilometer over uneven ground.