Things to do Around Edmonton With the Kids This Weekend, October 12-14, 2018

Edmonton Corn Maze:

Where: 26171 Garden Valley Road, Spruce Grove
When:  Fall Hours (Sept 4 – Oct 22),

  •              Tuesday to Thursday 12 pm to 8 pm
  •              Friday to Saturday 10 am to 9 pm
  •              Sunday 1 pm to 5 pm
  •              Monday closed

Cost: General $12, Youth (aged 5-11) $9, Child (under 5) free
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Eek Fest

Free admission for everyone to enjoy the displays and interactive areas. Live show is a paid ticket.

“A show for young and old to enjoy! An entertaining and interactive festival for people who are into Pop Culture, Lego, Comics, video games, Sci-Fi, Costumes, Artists, Creators and more!” – Eekfest.com

When: Saturday, October 13
Where: St. Albert Place
Address: 5 St. Anne Street, St. Albert, AB
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Photo: Chatter Block

Festival of Witchcraft and Wizardry

Dress up as your favourite character from the Harry Potter books, and get in on some magical fun. You can also build your own make-and-take LEGO snitch. Food trucks, games, rare vendors in a mock Diagon Alley & more!

When: Friday, October 12
Time: 2pm-9pm
Where: Wilbert Mcintryre Park
Cost: FREE
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Hospital of Horror:

When: October 1 to 31, 2018
Time: hours vary, book your time slot on-line
Where: Laser City Laser Tag, 5104 – 67 Avenue, Edmonton
Cost: October 1 to 15, 2018 – $20 per person, October 16 to 31, 2018 – $25 per person
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Spooktacular Acreage of Fun:

Century 21 Leading is sponsoring the 2018 Halloween Spooktacular Acreage of Fun, starting October 12, 2018. A perfect family-friendly Halloween event that’s not too scary for the little ones. Donations of money, or new, unwrapped toys are gratefully accepted. All Proceeds go to the Stony Plain Kinsmen Christmas Hamper program.

When: October 12-14, 18-21, 25-31, 2018
Time: 6 pm – 9 pm
Address: 54020 Range Road 275 Spruce Grove
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Let It Glow:

When: Saturday, October 13, 2018

  •  1 pm: Hung de Canada – Lion Dance and Warrior Drums            
  •  3pm: Jeon’s Traditional Taekwando

Where: Centre Court, Southgate Centre, 5015 – 111 Street, Edmonton
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Photo: zolo

Haunted Pumpkin Festival:

When: Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, until October 31, 2018
Time: gates: 9 am – 6 pm, activities run 10 am – 5 pm
Where: Prairie Gardens and Adventure Farm, 56311 Lily Lake Road, Bon Accord
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Gateway to the Stars:

When: Fridays – September 14, 21, and 28, and October 5, 12 and 19
Time: 9 pm – 10 pm
Where: Astotin Lake Beach, Elk Island National Park, 1- 54401 Range Road 203, Fort Saskatchewan
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The program costs $15 per person, with your valid National Park pass. Advance registration is recommended, as the program is capped at 25 participants. Call 780-922-5790 to register. Refunds will not be given for poor weather. If the stars aren’t visible, a substitute program will be provided.

APEGA Rock and Fossil Clinic:

When: Saturday, October 13, 2018
Time: 10 am to 4 pm
Where: TELUS World of Science Edmonton, 11211 – 142 Street, Edmonton
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“I’ve Outgrown It” Sales and Swaps – Fall 2018

Edmonton Twin & Triplet Club We’ve Outgrown It Sale
When: Saturday, October 13, 2018
Time: Members-only 10 am – 12 pm, Public 12 pm – 3 pm
Where: Central Lions Centre, 11113 – 113 Street
Cost: Members Free, Public $1

Tamarack Outgrown It Sale
When: Saturday, October 13, 2018
Time: 9:30 am – 1 pm
Where: A. Blair McPherson School, 430 Tamarack Green
Cost: $2 per family

Home Depot Kids Workshops:

When: Saturday, October 13, 2018 – Fire Boat

Time: 10 am – 12 pm
Where: Participating Home Depot locations
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Michaels Kids Club:

When: Saturdays
Time: drop in between 10 am and 12 pm
Where: Michaels stores
Cost: Kids 3+ $2, Kids 6+ $5
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Jubilations Junior 2018

Star Warz
When: Saturday October 13, 2018

Time: Doors open at 11 am
Where: Jubilations Dinner Theatre, Phase 1 West Edmonton Mall, #2061, 8882 – 170 Street, Edmonton
Cost: Adults $39.95, Child $35.95
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Cineplex Family Favourites: Ready Player One

When:  Saturday October 13
Time: 11 am
Where: participating Cineplex theatres
Cost: $2.99 per ticket
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Fire Station Open House:

When: 12pm-4pm
Cost: Free
October 13 – Station 25, Lake District, 8403-167 Avenue, Edmonton
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Reel Family Cinema:

When: October 13The Monster Squad (1pm)
Where: Garneau Theatre
Address: 8712 – 109 Street, Edmonton
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Parents Night Out at Salto Gymnastics:

Looking for a night out, but having trouble tracking down a babysitter? They’re offering Parents Night Out at Salto! Parents get a night to themselves, and kids get the run of the gym! For $25, kids ages 4.5 and up can enjoy an evening of gymnastics and other activities.

When: Saturday, October 13, 2018 – 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: Salto Gymnastics, 2025 Oak Street, Sherwood Park
Phone: 780-449-1518
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Upcoming Dates:

Saturday, November 10, 2018 – 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Saturday, December 8, 2018 – 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Saturday, January 12, 2019 – 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Saturday, February 9, 2019 – 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Saturday, March 9, 2019 – 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Saturday, April 13, 2019 – 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Saturday, May 11, 2019 – 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Saturday, June 8, 2019 – 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Stony Plain Road Storefront Cinema Night:

Bundle up, bring some blankets and lawn chairs. The festival is free to attend and everyone is welcome! A variety of films, will be projected onto six storefronts between 151 Street and 156 Street. Jumanji  Welcome to the Jungle” will be featured on a large format outdoor movie screen.

Live entertainment, street performers, projection mapping, live digital graffiti, activities, and food trucks will be featured throughout the area. There will be wagon rides, a bonfire, and even an adult beverage garden.

When: Saturday, October 13
Time: 6 pm – 9 pm
Where: Along Stony Plain Road, between 151 Street & 156 Street
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A Ghostly Walk Through Old Strathcona Details:

Enjoy a stroll through one of Edmonton’s oldest, most storied areas, visiting its spookiest haunts with an experienced storyteller and local ghost expert. All tours are outside and walking so please dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. $15 per person and only cash is accepted at the event. You can also pay online via Eventbrite ($1.68 admin charge)

Arriving early is recommended to allow time for parking and walking to the meeting spot

Tours start at 7 pm sharp!

When: October: 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 28, 29, 30, 31

November: 1, 4, 5, 6, 7
Time: 7 pm
Where: Meet in front of the Rescue Statue, next to the Walterdale Playhouse. 10322 – 83 Ave, Edmonton
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Family Movies playing in the Cineplex Theatres this weekend:

-Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween

-Smallfoot

-A House With A Clock In Its Walls (Rated 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.

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