Edmonton Mama’s Weekly Guide to the BEST Family Events, Date Nights, Social Plans, and Local Eats
April 8 to April 15, 2026
Looking for things to do in Edmonton this week?
Edmonton Mama’s Weekly Guide is your go-to weekly guide for family fun, local events, date nights, friend hangouts, and local eats around Edmonton, all in one place.
Spring events are picking up across Edmonton with markets, unique experiences, and family-friendly events happening all week long.
As always, event details can change. Please confirm times and availability with the event organizer before heading out.
Family Events in Edmonton
Wednesday April 8
AEW: Dynamite & Collision
📍 Rogers Place
⏰ 5:30 PM
🎤 LIVE EVENT • SOCIAL
High-energy live wrestling event at Rogers Place.
Thursday April 9
Honey Candle Workshop on the Ship
📍 West Edmonton Mall (The Ship)
🕯️ FAMILY FRIENDLY • UNIQUE
Create your own honey candle in a one-of-a-kind setting.
Friday April 10
Wholly Handmade Spring Market
📍 Millennium Place, Sherwood Park
📅 April 10–12
🛍 INDOOR • FAMILY FRIENDLY
Shop local handmade goods from Alberta makers.
How to Train Your Dragon in Concert
📍 Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
🎶 LIVE • FAMILY FRIENDLY
Watch the film with a live orchestra performing the score.
Bring Your Own Cup Day (Slurpee Day)
📍 7-Eleven locations
🥤 FAMILY FUN
Fill your own cup with a Slurpee, sizes and rules apply.
Saturday April 11
I’ve Outgrown It Sale
📍 Terwillegar Community Church
⏰ 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
🛍 FAMILY • SHOPPING
Score deals on kids clothing, toys, and gear.
FREE Hockey Card Day (National Hockey Card Day)
📍 Participating hobby shops
🏒 FREE • FAMILY FRIENDLY
Grab a free limited-edition NHL card pack while supplies last.
Cineplex Family Favourites
📍 Select Cineplex Theatres
💲 $3.99 tickets
🎬 FAMILY FRIENDLY
Affordable family movies on the big screen.
City of Edmonton Play Rangers Drop-In
📍 Select Edmonton locations
⏰ 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
🌲 OUTDOOR • AGES 6–12
Outdoor adventure activities like GPS and geocaching.
Sunday April 12
Kitten Shower
📍 Cheery Cat Rescue
⏰ 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
🐱 FAMILY FRIENDLY
Meet adorable kittens and support local rescue efforts.
Make Ice Cream – Sundae School
📍 Made by Marcus
🍦 FAMILY FRIENDLY
Learn how to make ice cream in a hands-on class.
🎨 SEE Art Events
SEE Art Festival + Gala
📍 Edmonton (various venues)
📅 During this week
🎨 ARTS • CULTURE
A week of art showcases, exhibits, and creative events.
🧠 Sensory-Friendly Event
Sensory Festival + Gala
📍 Edmonton
📅 During this week
🧠 FAMILY • INCLUSIVE
An inclusive event designed for sensory-friendly experiences.
Date Night Ideas in Edmonton
Rapid Fire Theatre Improv
📍 Citadel Theatre
📅 Friday April 10
⏰ 7:30 PM
😂 COMEDY
Fast-paced improv for a fun night out.
Lee Brice Live
📍 Rogers Place
📅 Tuesday April 14
⏰ 7:30 PM
🎤 CONCERT
Country concert with a high-energy live show.
NorthwestFest Documentary Festival
📍 Metro Cinema
📅 April 8–14
🎬 FILM
A curated lineup of documentary film screenings.
Things to Do in Edmonton This Weekend
• Wholly Handmade Market (April 10–12)
• I’ve Outgrown It Sale (April 11)
• FREE Hockey Card Day (April 11)
• How to Train Your Dragon in Concert
• Kitten Shower + Ice Cream Experience (April 12)
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