Family Friendly Things to Do Around Edmonton This Weekend, July 20-22, 2018

K-Days Parade, Edmonton 2018. Photo: Edmonton Journal

K-Days Parade

Come gather along Jasper Ave to watch the annual family friendly introduction to K-days in the form of a parade!

When: Friday, July 20, 2018
Time: Pre-parade starts at 9am, Main parade starts at 10am.
Where: Starts at 108 Street & Jasper Avenue, ends at 101 Street and 103 Avenue
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K-Days Edmonton 2018. Photo: iheartedmonton

K-Days:

Our annual 10 day fair at the Edmonton Expo Centre starts this weekend! Rides, games, & food, among many other things to do can be found right here.

When: July 20 – 29, 2018
Time: 12 pm – 12 am
Where: Northlands Park
Address: 7410 Borden Park Road, Edmonton
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Interstellar Rodeo:

Enjoy entertainment on stage of various genres at Hawrelak Park. Once you have a wristband, you are free to find a seat and watch, or enjoy the park and come and go as you please.

When: July 20-22, 2018
Time: Friday gates open at 4:30 pm, music starts at 5:30 pm; Saturday and Sunday gates open at 12 pm, music starts at 1 pm
Where: Hawrelak Park Heritage Amphitheatre, 9330 Groat Road, Edmonton
Cost: Daily tickets are available but you will probably want to purchase a weekend pass. Adults: $249 (transferable $259) Youth and senior: $125 (transferable $135) and the best part: kids 12 and under get in free.

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Taste of Edmonton, 2018.

Taste of Edmonton:

YUM. Various food vendors are all lined up and ready to give you samples of their best stuff in exchange for tickets, which you purchase upon entry. Have a little bit of everything and then some! New location this year, see more info below.

When: July 18-29, 2018
Time: July 18 & 29, 11 am – 8 pm; July 19-28, 11 am – 11 pm
Where: Capital Plaza, 108 Street and 99 Avenue, Edmonton
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Dinosaurs Unearthed Down to the Bone:

Enjoy an educational & fun display of the history of dinosaurs at the Telus World of Science. With several interactive stations, including dinos that make real sounds and movements, it’s really something to see. More info below.

When: All Summer long!

Cost: Admission fees vary

Where: TELUS World of Science Edmonton, 11211 – 142 Street, Edmonton
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Michaels Kids Club Details:

Themed classes for younger kids that teach them how to have fun with crafting!

When: Saturdays in July
Cost: $2-$5
Time:  drop in between 10 am and 12 pm
Where: Michaels stores
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Cabelas Family Activities, photo: cabelas.com

Kids’ Events at Cabela’s: FREE

Free activities and workshops for kids & families that focus on outdoor sports & fun

Where: Cabela’s Edmonton South, 6150 Currents Drive NW, Edmonton
When: Thursday, July 19; Saturday, July 21 and Sunday, July 22, 2018 – Visit the store between 12 pm and 4 pm
Where: Cabela’s Edmonton North, 15320 – 37 Street NW, Edmonton
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Jubilations Junior 2018: The Uncredibles

Dinner theatre for kids??? Fun musical parodies, featuring a two act kids comedy. The meal is served by waiters in character and costume and has kids favourites menu for the little ones. (adult options too!)

When: Saturdays, June 23 to August 11, 2018
Time: Doors open at 11 am
Where: Jubilations Dinner Theatre, Phase I West Edmonton Mall, #2061, 8882 – 170 Street, Edmonton
Cost: Adults $39.95, Child $35.95
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Cineplex Family Favourites: The Greatest Showman

$2.99 movies means an affordable time out with the family!

Cost: $2.99
When: 
Saturday July 14th, 2018
Time: 11 am
Where: Participating Cineplex Theatres
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Elk Island photo: elkisland.pc.gc.ca

Parks Day at Elk Island National Park

Scheduled outdoor activities, and over 80km of trails to explore! Take in nature with the whole family – more detailed info below.

When: Saturday, July 21, 2018
Time: 12 pm – 4 pm
Where: Elk Island National Park
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Draw Your Dream Community

“Bring your children to create a unique artwork of the Millwoods Community and we will display their creation on the mural to create a lasting memory.” – Professional artist creating a mural, with popcorn, face painting & balloons.

When: Saturday, July 21, 2018
Time: 2 pm to 4 pm
Where: Mill Woods Town Centre, 2331 – 66 Street, Edmonton
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Butterfly Day, Botanic Gardens. Photo: Edmonton Journal

Butterfly Day at the U of A Botanic Garden:

See some beautiful butterflies at this themed family event, with lots of stuff for the kids to experience!

When: Sunday, July 22, 2018
Time: 12 pm to 3 pm
Where: U of A Botanic Garden, 5 kms north of Devon on Highway 60 in Parkland County
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Goats in the Park Edmonton. Photo: Sonic 102.9

Meet and Bleat: Goats in the Park

See educational exhibitors and goats at this FREE family event!

Location: Rundle Park, 2909-113 Avenue, Edmonton

When: Saturday, July 21 – 10am-2pm

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Hotel Transylvania 3. photo: variety

Family Movies playing in the Cineplex Theatres this weekend:

-Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation

-Incredibles 2

-Jurrasic World: Fallen Kingdom

-Ant Man and the Wasp (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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