Family Friendly Things to do Around Edmonton This Weekend, August 17-19, 2018

Edmonton Fringe Festival 2018:

Bringing artists and audiences together! Love the arts? Check this festival out. And there is even a KidsFringe this year that is dedicated to entertaining kids from toddlers to tweens, so the festival is fun for all ages! There is no admission charge, but indoor shows require tickets.

When: August 16 – 26, 2018
Where: Old Strathcona
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Kingsway Mall Food Truck Fare: First Ever!

Kingsway Mall’s first ever Food Truck Fare on August 17 & 18, 2018!  BeaverTails, Mac’s Burger Shack, Burrazo, Mati’s Cocina and more! Trucks will be set up in the Southwest parking lot by HomeSense and Starbucks. School shopping and yummy food trucks… yes please!

When: August 17 & 18, 2018
Time: Friday 11 am to 8 pm, Saturday 11 am to 6 pm
Where: Southwest parking lot, Kingsway Mall, 1 Kingsway, Edmonton
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Edmonton Airshow:

When: Aug 18-19, 2018
Time: 10 am-6 pm
Where: Villeneuve Airport
Address:  Range Road 271 and Highway 633,  (approximately 15 km from St. Albert)
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Cost: Tickets are $25 for advance tickets, or $35 at the gate, and free for those under 6. Pack up your lawn chairs or picnic blanket, sun glasses and ear protection and get your family to the show! In addition, there’s a Family Fun Zone, motocross demonstrations, an entertainment stage, a food truck village and much more!

Outdoor Movies!!!!

Stony Plain Outdoor Movie
When: Thursday, August 16, 2018
Time: 9pm
Where: Heritage Park, 5100 – 41 Avenue, Stony Plain
Movie: Coco

St. Albert Centre Summer Nights at the Drive-In
When: Friday, August 17, 2018
Time: Parking starts at 5pm, Movie at Dusk
Where: St. Albert Centre
Cost: $5 per car, $2 Kid zone
Movie: Coco

Fort Saskatchewan Movie Under the Stars
When: Friday, August 17, 2018
Time: 9pm
Where: Legacy Park, 100 Avenue & 101 Street, Fort Saskatchewan
Movie: TBA

Grove Cruise Drive-In & Lawn Chair Movie
When: Friday, August 17, 2018
Time: 10pm
Where: Jubilee Park, 510 Grove Drive W, Spruce Grove
Movie: Gone in 60 Seconds

Grove Cruise Drive-In & Lawn Chair Movie
When: Saturday, August 18, 2018
Time: Dusk
Where: Jubilee Park, 510 Grove Drive W, Spruce Grove
Movie: Cars 3

Movies in the Park – Laurel Park
When: Saturday, August 18, 2018
Time: Dusk
Where: Laurel Park (32 Street & 18 A Avenue)
Movie: Coco

Edmonton Rock Music Festival Contact Details:

Headliners for 2018 include Don Felder, Los Lobos, Glass Tiger, Honeymoon Suite and more. Kids under 11 are Free!

When: August 17-18, 2018
Time: Friday: gate at 4 pm; Saturday: gate at 11 am
Where: Hawrelak Park Heritage Amphitheatre
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Alberta Open Farm Days:

“Alberta Open Farm Days is about farmers and ranchers inviting their urban and rural neighbors to stop in for a visit to share stories, see demonstrations, and learn more about the farmers who grow their food. As well, some of Alberta’s most talented chefs and rural communities will be hosting a memorable series of farm to table culinary events that will be held around the province using Alberta farm products.” – Alberta Farm Days

Cost: Admission is free, though some farms may charge for extras, like corn mazes or wine tastings.

When: August 18-19, 2018
Where: various locations province-wide
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We Are All Treaty People Weekend at Fort Edmonton Park:

“Treaties are foundational to Canada’s relationship with Indigenous Peoples. Come… learn about the diverse histories and cultures of First Nations who lived and still live in this territory known as Treaty 6… participate in activities and conversations with interpreters while learning about residential school systems, the reserve pass system, but most of all, to come celebrate the vast richness of Indigenous cultures and way of living and knowing. Let us tell you a story of the past and the present of Amiskwaciy-waskahikan (Edmonton Area).” – Fort Edmonton Park

When: August 18 & 19, 2018
Time: 10 am to 5 pm daily
Where: Fort Edmonton Park, 7000 – 143 Street, Edmonton
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Cineplex Family Favourites: Peter Rabbit

When:  Saturday mornings (& Wednesday Mornings in July & August 2018)
Time: 11 am
Where: participating Cineplex theatres
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Edmonton Dragon Boat Festival:

Admission is free and everyone is welcome to the family-friendly event. See their website for more details!

When: August 17-19, 2018
Where: Telford Lake, 4801 – 44 Street, Leduc
Email: resources@edbfa.ca
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Spruce Grove Farm and Heritage Carnival:

There’s nothing like a good, old-fashioned small town fair or carnival to really complete your summer! The annual Farm and Heritage Carnival goes Saturday, August 18, 2018 at the Spruce Grove Grain Elevator Museum Site. You’ll find all your favourite carnival rides, games and food, of course! (reminder, do your tummy a favour and save all those tempting treats for AFTER the crazy rides!) There’s also pony rides, a bouncy fun house, a petting zoo, clowns, face painters, live music and more! The Spruce Grove Farmers Market will be open during the event, so you can stock up on fresh fruits, veggies, meats and handmade items!

When: Saturday, August 18, 2018
Time: 12:00 pm — 4:00 pm
Where: Spruce Grove Grain Elevator Museum Site, 120 Railway Avenue, Spruce Grove
Cost: Carnival and ride tickets $1 each, most rides and attractions are 3-4 tickets each
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Ukrainian Day:

When: Sunday, August 19, 2018
Time: 10 am to 5 pm
Where: Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village
Address:  located 25 minutes or 50 km east of Edmonton along Highway 16, just 3 km east of Elk Island National Park.
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Family Movies playing in the Cineplex Theatres this weekend:

-The MEG (Rated PG)

-Teen Titans Go! To The Movies

-Christopher Robin

-Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation

-Jurrasic World: Fallen Kingdom

-Mama Mia – Here We Go Again (PG)

Cost: General Admission prices

Where: Find a theatre near you on the Cineplex website

When: Visit the Cineplex website (or download the app) for show times at different theatre locations.