Looking for family friendly things to do with the kids this weekend? We’ve got you covered with a full list of fun events in & around Edmonton for May 24 to May 26.
The Land Before Time PJ Party at the IMAX
Roll right out of bed and head on over to the TELUS World of Science Edmonton for a screen of Land Before Time on the big screen! Join Littlefoot and his friends on their adventures.
When: Saturday, May 25, 2024; 9AM – 10AM
Where: TELUS World of Science Edmonton; 11211 142 Street NW
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Splash Day – Churchill Square
Beat the heat with the Edmonton Arts Council and head on over to Churchill square for an afternoon of FREE fun. Enjoy dancing, hula hoop performances, bubbles, live music and more!
When: Saturday, May 25, 2024; 11AM – 2PM
Where: Churchill Square; 1 Churchill Square
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Rainmaker Rodeo
This is an event you won’t want to miss! The Rainmaker Rodeo in St.Albert welcomes you and your family for 3 full days of fun! From music and petting zoos to a midway and dog shows, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
When: May 24 – 26, 2024; See website for hours
Where: 47 Riel Drive, St. Albert
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UFest Edmonton Ukrainian Festival
Who doesn’t love Ukrainian food? We sure do! Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate the Ukrainian culture in all of its forms! Head on over to Borden Park for a 2 day event filled with delicious eats, music, visual arts, dancing and more!
When: May 24; 5PM – 11PM | May 25; 11AM – 11PM
Where: Borden Park; 7507 Borden Park Rd NW
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Londonderry Mall Fair
There’s fun to be had for the entire family at the Londonderry Mall fair! From kiddie rides to thrill rides, from delicious food fair to games, you won’t want to miss this fun weekend event!
When: May 24 & 25; 12PM – 10 PM | May 26; 12PM – 5PM
Where: Londonderry Mall; 1 Londonderry Mall NW
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Tasty Truck Food Festival
Head on over to the ICE District Fan Park and get ready to eat! This inaugural event boasts family friendly fun, music, good eats and more! This event is FREE to enter.
When: May 25; 11AM – 10PM | May 26; 11AM – 8PM
Where: ICE District; 10128 104 Avenue NW
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Beaumont Days
Get ready for a weekend of fun with Beaumont Days! 3 jam packed days filled with family friendly fun await you! Enjoy the midway, a pancake breakfast, parades, food trucks, a car show and so much more!
When: May 24 – 26, 2024; See website for times
Where: Various locations in Beaumont; See website for details
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Edmonton International Cat Fest
Are you a cat lover? If so, you’re going to love this event! Cat lovers are welcomes to come together to celebrate all thing feline! Enjoy kitty play pens, cat vendors, crafts, cat yoga, games, contests and more! This event helps to raise awareness and money for cats in need. Kids 12 and under get in FREE.
When: Saturday, May 25, 2024; 10AM – 5PM
Where: MacEwan University; Robbins Health Learning Centre; 10910 104 Avenue NW
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Play Rangers – City of Edmonton
Kick off spring with a fun filled day of outdoor activities with City of Edmonton program leaders! Check out Whitemud Park or Rundle Family Centre for shelter and fire making!
When: Saturday, May 25, 2024; 11:30AM – 5:30PM
Where: Whitemud Park or Rundle Family Centre
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Recreational Swim with Inflatables – Emerald Hills Leisure Center
Emerald Hills Leisure Center welcomes you and your family for a recreational swim with inflatables! Take a drive over to Sherwood Park and dive into an evening of fun.
When: Saturday, May 25, 2024; 4PM – 8PM
Where: Emerald Hills Leisure Center; 3555 Emerald Drive, Sherwood Park
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Kidding Around – Rapid Fire Theatre
Join the performers at Rapid Fire Theatre for an afternoon of fun! No two performances are the same as these shows are created by the performers right of the top of their heads! Kids are invited to participate by shouting out and giving suggestions. Kids 2 and under are FREE.
When: Saturday, May 25, 2024; 1:30PM – 2:30PM
Where: Rapid Fire Exchange; 10437 83 Avenue
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Michael’s Kids Club: Friendship Bracelets
Head on over to Michael’s and make a craft in store! This week, make a fun friendship bracelet to keep or to share! This event is FREE.
When: Saturday, May 25, 2024; 10AM – 12PM
Where: Various Michael’s stores
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Angkor: The Lost Empire of Cambodia – Royal Alberta Museum
Explore one of the greatest empires of all time! With some of the most remarkable achievements in human history, the Angkor Empire boasts vast monuments, relics and sculptures. See over 120 treasures and objects and enjoy hands on interactive activities such as touching a sculpture and building a temple! Don’t miss your opportunity to learn all about this historic city!
When: February 23 – July 28, 2024
Where: Royal Alberta Museum; 9810 103a Avenue NW
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Laser Taylor Swift
Are you a Swifty? If so, you’re going to love this laser light show at the Telus World of Science Edmonton! Enjoy listening to Taylor’s biggest hits as lasers illuminate the Zeidler Dome! This all ages show is sure to impress. Please note that laser show tickets do not include Science Centre Admission.
When: Select evenings from November 2023 to June 2024; 7PM
Where: Telus World of Science Edmonton; 11211 142 St NW
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Free Family Films at the Library
Bring the entire family to the library for a FREE movie!
Sunday, May 26 – Wreck-It Ralph (Whitemud Crossing); 2PM – 4PM
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See a Movie
Landmark Cinemas Kids’ Day Deal Sundays:
When: Any Sunday
Time: Any movie
Where: Landmark Cinemas
– Edmonton City Centre: 10200 – 102 Avenue NW; Edmonton
– St. Albert: 800 St. Albert Trail; St. Albert
– Spruce Grove: 130 Century Crossing; Spruce Grove
– Tamarack: 955 Tamarack Way NW; Edmonton
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Family Favorites – Cineplex Theatres
Want to take the family to a movie but don’t want to pay outrageous prices? Check out what Cineplex has to offer! Head on over to your nearest Cineplex theatre on Saturday mornings for just $2.99 admission. Enjoy movies that are already out of theatres, but are still relatively new. There may even be classic films to enjoy as well!
When: Saturday mornings
Where: Cineplex theatres
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