Edmonton K-Days Festival (2026 Guide)
Edmonton K-Days is one of the largest annual summer festivals in Alberta, held at the Edmonton EXPO Centre grounds in late July. The multi-day event combines carnival rides, live music, food vendors, midway attractions, and large-scale entertainment experiences for visitors of all ages.
K-Days is an iconic summer festival - a summer tradition for many families. You can experience rides, concerts, cultural showcases, and interactive festival activities in one location. It’s a full-day spectacular that can end with an incredible nightly drone and fireworks show.
This guide covers what K-Days is, what to expect, key attractions, family and kids experiences, and practical tips for visiting.
K-Days Festival 2026
Location: Edmonton EXPO Centre
Date: July 17-26, 2026
Type: Carnival Midway and Cultural Festival
Family-friendly: Yes
Costrange: $50+/person
Main Attractions at K-Days 2026
Entertainment & Shows
Break up the Midway rides with a show experience at K-Days. The kid-friendly shows like the live Robotics Competition and the Super Dogs Fairy Tale show are a great way to take a break from the rides, hydrate and give everyone a chance to cool off.
Nightly Fireworks and Drone Show
Food & Drinks at K-Days
New this year: K-Days Ice Cream Eating Contest
Try the new foods - announcing soon.
Look for drinks that offer value - like drinks that can be purchased once, and refilled for an all-in-one price.
Rides / Activities / Exhibits
Try Panning for Treasure at Rat Creek Mining Co. at Klondike Park
The ‘Kidway’ with children’s rides is located in the North Plaza
Keep your eyes peeled for two new rides for 2026: Downdraft and Super Miami!
Special Events (concerts, parades, etc.)
Visit Opening Day for a Free Pancake Breakfast (for the first 5,000 customers)
Use your Edmonton Public Library Card to get Free Admission during Community Day on July 19, 2026
Visit on Transit Tuesday (July 21, 2026) for free admission using an Edmonton Transit Card
Senoirs Get Free Admission on Klondike Day (July 23, 2026)
Is K-Days Good for Kids?
Cool off or calm down visit one of the Discovery Zones. Here, kids can experience the petting zoo and learn about agricultural education through hands-on activities, find a place to rest, meet their favourite princesses and experience a preview of Glow Edmonton. Families visiting on the weekends can be the first to see a robotics competition or a LEGO building challenge.
K-Days has adequate stroller access through the grounds, both interior and exterior - you’ll have no problem bringing a stroller with you to K-Days at Edmonton Expo Centre.
Washrooms are easy to find, on-site, inside the Exhibition Centre
Tips for Visiting K-Days
What to Bring to K-Days
Bring your water bottle to fill up at one of the many free water filling stations that you’ll find every year. This is a great way to stretch the budget when you’re bringing kids to the festival. These filling stations are a great way to keep the kids (and yourself) hydrated!
How to Get Free Admission to K-Days
Visit K-Days during one of the value days to get free using your Telus World of Science membership or Edmonton Public Library membership card.