🌟 The BEST Edmonton & Area Family Weekend Guide: September 11–14, 2025

Hey, Mamas! This weekend is packed with culture, food, music, and family fun. From solar observing and flea markets to night markets and riverfront concerts, there’s plenty to keep everyone busy.

📅 What’s Happening in YEG (Sept 11–14)

Thursday, September 11

Public Solar Observing – U of A Observatory
📍 University of Alberta Physics Observatory
🕛 12–1 PM | 🎟️ Free
Catch a live look at the sun through telescopes with volunteer astronomers.
👉Info Here!

Friday, September 12

National Video Games Day at EPL
📍 Edmonton Public Library (all branches)
🕙 All day | 🎟️ Free
Celebrate gaming with stations, activities, and challenges for kids and families.
👉Info Here!

Trivia Night at TELUS World of Science
📍 TWOSE
🕖 7–9:15 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed
Family-friendly trivia fun in one of Edmonton’s coolest venues.
👉Info Here!

AsiaFest Night Market (Opening Night)
📍 Currents of Windermere
🕓 4–11 PM | 🎟️ Free
A cultural night market filled with food, entertainment, and family activities.
👉Info Here!

Saturday, September 13

Down by the River Music Festival (Day 1)
📍 Louise McKinney Riverfront Park
🕐 1–11 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed (Kids 12 & under free with adult)
An Edmonton Arts Council-supported music festival featuring indie, folk, and rock.
👉Link Here!

Bandstand Blast – Hits of the 70s
📍 Borden Park
🕒 3–6 PM | 🎟️ Free
Bring a picnic and enjoy a live throwback concert to the 70s.
👉Info Here!

90’s Bash in Leduc
📍 Main Street, Leduc (indoor & outdoor)
🕐 1–4 PM (family fun) | 🎵 7:30 PM live music | 🎟️ Free
Step back into the 90s with themed fun and live performances.
👉Info Here!

Play Rangers at Whitemud Park
📍 Whitemud Park
🕜 1:30–4 PM | 🎟️ Free
Join park rangers for outdoor play, nature games, and activities.
👉Info Here!

Greater Edmonton Train Show
📍 Edmonton Expo Centre
🕙 Sept 13–14 | 10 AM–5 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed
Canada’s largest model train show with exhibits and interactive displays.
👉Info Here!

Edmonton Kids Flea Market
📍 Laurier Park
🕒 3–6 PM | 🎟️ Free
A flea market just for kids to buy, sell, and trade.
👉Info Here!

RAM Festival
📍 Royal Alberta Museum
🕛 12–3 PM | 🎟️ Included with admission
A cultural festival with workshops, performances, and kids’ activities.
👉Info Here!

Sassy G’s Adventure Farm
📍 North of Edmonton
🕙 All day | 🎟️ Ticketed
Obstacle courses, farm animals, playgrounds, and wide-open family fun.
👉Info Here!

Super Mario’s Bowser Boogie Battle
📍 Jubilations Dinner Theatre Jr.
🗓️ Sept 13–Nov 1 | 🎟️ Ticketed
A musical family theatre show packed with Mario-inspired fun.
👉Info Here!

Annihilation at RAD Torque Raceway
📍 RAD Torque Raceway
🕖 Evening | 🎟️ Ticketed
High-octane racing action for motorsport fans.
👉Info Here!

AsiaFest Night Market (Day 2)
📍 Currents of Windermere
🕓 4–11 PM | 🎟️ Free
Round two of Edmonton’s most colorful night market.
👉 Info Here!

Sunday, September 14

Down by the River Music Festival (Day 2)
📍 Louise McKinney Riverfront Park
🕐 1–11 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed (Kids 12 & under free with adult)
Closing day of live music by the river with Ruby Waters, Boy Golden, and more.
👉 Link Here!

Rig Global Church Community Event
📍 4918 93 Ave
🕚 11 AM | 🎟️ Free
Family-friendly Sunday event with community connection and fun.
👉Info Here!

Viva La Mexico
📍 El Mero Mero Taqueria
🕓 4–8 PM | 🎟️ Free
A lively celebration of Mexican culture with food, music, and entertainment.
👉Info Here!

AsiaFest Night Market (Final Night)
📍 Currents of Windermere
🕓 4–10 PM | 🎟️ Free
Final night of food, shopping, and cultural performances.
👉 Info Here!

🌤️ Weekend Weather

Thursday – 24 °C, mix of sun & cloud
Friday – Sunny, 23 °C
Saturday – Warm, 26 °C
Sunday – Mild, 24 °C

🧺 Mama’s Weekend Hacks

Snap a pic of your parking spot at busy venues.
Cash is handy for flea markets & food stalls.
Bring sunscreen + sweaters for daytime-to-evening events.
Noise protection helps little ones at races & concerts.

⏰ Sample Weekend Itinerary

Thursday – Solar observing
Friday – EPL gaming day → AsiaFest → Trivia at TWOSE.
Saturday – Bandstand Blast → Flea Market → Evening at RAD Raceway or AsiaFest.
Sunday – Train Show → Rig Global Church → Viva La Mexico → AsiaFest finale.

✨ Written by Jana Konelsky — your local mama with the inside scoop. Stay playful, stay present, and stay caffeinated, Edmonton.