Looking for family friendly things to do with the kids this weekend? We’ve got you covered with a full list of fun events in & around Edmonton for May 31 to June 2.
International Children’s Festival of the Arts
Allow your child to dive into the world of imagination at the International Children’s Festival of the Arts! There are so many activities to partake in such as singing and dancing, interacting with roving artists, story telling, hands on activities and so much more!
When: May 30 to June 2, 2024; May 30 & 31 from 9:30AM – 3:30PM | June 1 & 2 from 10AM – 4PM
Where: Downtown St.Albert
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Farmers Days Rodeo and Exhibition
This is an event that you won’t want to miss! Head over to Stony Plain for Farmers Days Rodeo and Exhibition! Enjoy a variety of offerings such as a parade, pancake breakfast, midway, market vendors, a rodeo and more! And yes, there’s plenty of kids activities being offered!
When: May 31 to June 2, 2024
Where: Heritage Park, Stony Plain; 5100 41 Avenue
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Fire Station Open House
The City of Edmonton is once again offering Edmontonians and their families to check out various fire stations all summer long! At these open houses, guests are able to meet and talk to the firefighters, check out the fire trucks and learn about fire safety! These events are FREE.
When: Saturday, June 1, 2024; 12PM -4PM
Where: Station 3 – University; 11226 76 Avenue
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Dino Day – TELUS World of Science Edmonton
Help celebrate Dino Day with TWOSE! Starting at 9AM, kids under 12 can receive a free dino plushie! Meet Dilly the triceratops, experience Dinosaurs: The Exhibition, Dinosaurs – A Story of Survival at the Zeidler Dome and Dinosaurs of Antarctica in the IMAX Theatre!
When: Saturday, June 1, 2024
Where: TELUS World of Science Edmonton; 11211 142 Street NW
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Legacy Park Family Festival
Get together with family and friends and celebrate summer at Legacy Park! Enjoy food, entertainment, fun activities and SHEEP! Don’t forget to check out the Jojo’s Magic Circus show!
When: Saturday, June 1, 2024; 11AM – 4PM
Where: Legacy Park, Fort Saskatchewan; 10005 102 Street
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June Jamboree – Spruce Grove
Join the Spruce Grove City Centre Business Association for a day of fun with the June Jamboree! With FREE admission, families can enjoy live music and entertainment, fun activities, food trucks and even an awesome youth zone!
When: Saturday, June 1, 2024; 11AM – 4PM
Where: City Centre; Main & McLeod, Spruce Grove
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Family Fun Day – Birch Bay Ranch
This jam packed day at Birch Bay Ranch boasts something for everyone! From zip lining and rock climbing to a high ropes course and pony rides, you won’t want to miss this one! Oh yeah, there’s bouncy castles too!
When: Saturday, June 1, 2024; 1PM – 6PM
Where: 51505 Range Road 215, Sherwood Park
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Downtown Spark Kids’ Day
Head on downtown to enjoy a day just for kids! Kids can partake in a variety of activities such a giant bubble making, having their faces painted, a magic show and jugglers and so much more!
When: Sunday, June 2, 2024; 11:30AM – 4PM
Where: Alex Decoteau Park; 10230 105 Street
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Leduc Black Gold Pro Rodeo
Head to Leduc and enjoy a weekend of rodeo family fun! Enjoy the midway, rodeo performances, live music, parades, a pancake breakfast, a country music talent search and so much more!
When: May 30 to June 2, 2024
Where: Multiple locations in Leduc
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Play Rangers – City of Edmonton
Kick off spring with a fun filled day of outdoor activities with City of Edmonton program leaders! Check out North East River Valley Park for orienteering, shelter making and outdoor games!
When: Saturday, June 1, 2024; 11:30AM – 5:30PM
Where: Ampitheatre at North East River Valley Park
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Recreational Swim with Inflatables – Emerald Hills Leisure Center
Emerald Hills Leisure Center welcomes you and your family for a recreational swim with inflatables! Take a drive over to Sherwood Park and dive into an evening of fun.
When: Saturday, June 1, 2024; 4PM – 8PM
Where: Emerald Hills Leisure Center; 3555 Emerald Drive, Sherwood Park
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Kidding Around – Rapid Fire Theatre
Join the performers at Rapid Fire Theatre for an afternoon of fun! No two performances are the same as these shows are created by the performers right of the top of their heads! Kids are invited to participate by shouting out and giving suggestions. Kids 2 and under are FREE.
When: Saturday, June 1, 2024; 1:30PM – 2:30PM
Where: Rapid Fire Exchange; 10437 83 Avenue
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Michael’s Sunday Make Break: Andy Warhol Inspired Pop Art
Head on over to Michael’s and make a craft in store! This week, make a beautiful painting. Just buy the canvas and the supplies are included!
When: Sunday, June 2, 2024; 2PM – 4PM
Where: Various Michael’s stores
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Angkor: The Lost Empire of Cambodia – Royal Alberta Museum
Explore one of the greatest empires of all time! With some of the most remarkable achievements in human history, the Angkor Empire boasts vast monuments, relics and sculptures. See over 120 treasures and objects and enjoy hands on interactive activities such as touching a sculpture and building a temple! Don’t miss your opportunity to learn all about this historic city!
When: February 23 – July 28, 2024
Where: Royal Alberta Museum; 9810 103a Avenue NW
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Free Family Films at the Library
Bring the entire family to the library for a FREE movie!
Sunday, June 2 – Wonka (Whitemud Crossing); 2PM – 4PM
Sunday, June 2 – Paddington 2 (Stanley A. Milner); 1:30PM – 3:15PM
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See a Movie
Landmark Cinemas Kids’ Day Deal Sundays:
When: Any Sunday
Time: Any movie
Where: Landmark Cinemas
– Edmonton City Centre: 10200 – 102 Avenue NW; Edmonton
– St. Albert: 800 St. Albert Trail; St. Albert
– Spruce Grove: 130 Century Crossing; Spruce Grove
– Tamarack: 955 Tamarack Way NW; Edmonton
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Family Favorites – Cineplex Theatres
Want to take the family to a movie but don’t want to pay outrageous prices? Check out what Cineplex has to offer! Head on over to your nearest Cineplex theatre on Saturday mornings for just $2.99 admission. Enjoy movies that are already out of theatres, but are still relatively new. There may even be classic films to enjoy as well!
When: Saturday mornings
Where: Cineplex theatres
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