Things to do in Edmonton and area with kids this weekend September 27-29, 2024!

Cineplex Family Favorites every weekend for $3.99!  

You and your family can watch family friendly favorites on the big screen every weekend, this weekend they’re showing CORALINE in 3D.  

When: Saturday, September 28,2024 11:00am-12:30 pm.  

Where: Cineplex Theatre select locations.  

Cost: $3.99 Tickets can be purchased advance online and in-theatre. 

https://www.cineplex.com/events/family   

 

 Kiwi’s Autumn Pumpkin Festival 

 Search for the golden pumpkin to win a prize. $10 admission for children participating includes free carving pumpkin to take home or carve at the nursery and a warm drink! 

Come out and enjoy a day all about pumpkins! Take a walk through the pumpkin patch and pick a free small/medium sized carving pumpkin to take home per child and enjoy a cup of warm apple cider. While on your search for the perfect pumpkin keep your eyes peeled for the golden pumpkin to win a special prize! Additional pumpkins are available for purchase, a pumpkin carving contest and other outdoor games! 

When: Saturday, September 28th ,2024 11:00am-3:00pm 

Where: Kiwi Nurseries, 31313 118 Ave NW Acheson, AB  

Cost: $10 per child 

https://kiwinurseries.com/events/   

 

Royal Alberta Museum, Culture Days 2024  

 Celebrate Culture days with FREE admission to the Royal Alberta Museum. Immerse yourself in rich history, check out the live insect exhibit, let the kiddos play in the children’s gallery and explore the extended exhibit, Angkor: The Lost Empire of Cambodia. There will be special guests featured on Saturday and checkout the community fair to meet community organizations and learn about conservation efforts by the Northern Forestry Centre. Browse the museum shop or enjoy lunch at the museum café. 

When: Saturday, September 28th & 29th,2024  

Where: Royal Alberta Museum, 9810 103a Ave NW, Edmonton, AB 

Cost: FREE admission to Museum. 

https://royalalbertamuseum.ca/Culture-Days-2024   

 

 The Old Strathcona’s Farmers Market Harvest Festival 

 Saturday, September28th 8am-3pm 

Opening ceremony POW WOW and Round Dance, starting at 9:00 am. Live local music and special guest speakers at the outdoor stage on 83 Ave starting at 10:00 am, A wide selection of food trucks offering refreshing treats and hot food to eat at the patio tables on 83 AveA kid’s crafts + story time tent by the Edmonton Public Library. Live community mural painting powered by The Paint Spot. Community Booth fundraising opportunities with the Canadian Cancer Society – Run for the Cure, SCARS – second chance rescue society, The Edmonton Food Bank, and more!! Celebrity Chef, Shane Chartrand, meet and greet and a classic car show on 83 Ave – weather dependent. GIVEAWAYS both days!!  

Sunday, September 29, 11am – 3pm 

Sunday Family Funday with family-friendly street performers! Magic show, Dancing robot, DJ dance party, kid’s crafts + story time tent by the Edmonton Public Library. Live community mural painting powered by The Paint Spot. Community Booth fundraising with the Canadian Cancer Society – Run for the Cure, SCARS – second chance rescue society, The Edmonton Food Bank, and more. Celebrity Chef, Shane Chartrand, meet and greet and a wide selection of food trucks offering refreshing treats and hot food to eat at the patio tables on 83 Ave. GIVEAWAYS both days!! 

When: Saturday, September 28th & 29th,2024 ***see times*** 

Where: The Old Strathcona’s Farmers Market 10310 83 Ave NW Edmonton, AB 

Cost: FREE 

 https://osfm.ca/  

Open Cockpit Day at the Alberta Aviation Museum 

 

This is their BIGGEST event of the year!! An exhilarating event where you can immerse yourself in aviation history like never before. Discover over 20 historical artifacts – over a dozen will be available get inside! From sleek jets to rugged bushplanes and more. Experience the thrill of sitting in the cockpit and imagining the skies these marvels once ruled.  Their simulator lab will be open for you to test your flying skills, while family activities scattered throughout the museum promise fun for all ages. Savor delicious treats from our food vendors and explore our event hall, showcasing amazing organizations from our community. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary day of exploration and excitement at the Alberta Aviation Museum. Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable journey through aviation history 

When: Saturday, September 28th, 2024, 10:00am-4:00pm  

Where: Alberta Aviation Museum11410 Kingsway NW Edmonton, Alberta 

Cost: $15.50 kids 12 & Under $20.00 Adults available online. Family Pass $47.50 available to purchase in-person at event. Military rates available in -person. 

https://albertaaviationmuseum.com/events/open-cockpit-day/  

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