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 September 9 to 11.
Movie on the Square
Arrive early to part take in themed activities inspired by the film (and to get a good seat!). Bring your own chair & blanket – the family friendly movie starts at dusk!
What’s Playing: Kubo and the Two Strings
When: Friday, September 9, 2022 from 6 pm to 10 pm
Where: Sir Winston Churchill Square
Family Fun Fair & Outdoor Movie in Beaumont
Family fun fair hosted by the City of Beaumont – food, games, activities and an outdoor showing of the classic family movie: The Sand Lot
When: Friday, September 9 – 6 pm to 10:30 pm
Where: Four Seasons Park – 5417 43 Avenue, Beaumont
Fire Station Open House
This weekend: Mill Creek location – Saturday, September 10 from Noon to 4 pm
Fall Family Carnival at North Pointe
Another fun family carnival is happening in Northwest Edmonton – expect bouncy castles, a petting zoo, wagon rides, crafts, carnival games + prizes and more!
When: Saturday, September 10 from 10 am to 2 pm
Where: North Pointe Community Church – 14025 – 167 Avenue, Edmonton
Touch a Truck
Little ones will get a chance to touch and get inside and explore big trucks, police cars, and fire trucks. Kids are able to honk horns, learn about how the vehicles work, ask questions and more. This event is free!
When: Saturday, September 10 from 3 pm to 5 pm
Where: The Salvation Army St. Albert Corps – 165 Liberton Drive, St. Albert
Play On! Canada’s Largest Street Hockey Festival
Everyone is welcome – all you need are sneakers + a hockey stick. The event is open to all genders and skill levels – there is a division option for everyone. Winners might even get the chance to go to Nationals! Cost is $49
When: September 10 & 11, 7 am to 8 pm
Where: ICE DISTRICT – 10214 104 Avenue, Edmonton
Open Cockpit Day at the Alberta Aviation Museum
Explore historic aircrafts from the pilot seat! This chance only happens once a year at the Alberta Aviation Museum, and it’s this weekend. Kids can experience flight simulators, food trucks, scavenger hunts and more.
When: Saturday, September 10 from 10 am to 4 pm
Where: Alberta Aviation Museum – 11410 Kingsway NW, Edmonton
Edmonton Elks Football Game
Edmonton vs Calgary! Don’t forget: Kids aged 12 & under get in for FREE with an adult for the rest of the 2022 season 🙂
When: Saturday, September 10 at 5 pm
Where: The Brick Field at Commonwealth Stadium – 11000 Stadium Rd, Edmonton
Visit the University of Alberta Botanic Gardens
Kids and students get in free!
Party in the Park (Griesbach)
Cost is $10 – games, food, play, art tables, performers and end of the night fireworks!
When: Saturday, September 10 from Noon to 9 pm – activities happen at scheduled times during the day, check the website for details on what is happening at what time!
Where: Major General School Field, Edmonton
Mid Autumn Festival in Chinatown
Live performances including lion and dragon dances, vendors, cultural games, door prizes and more
When: Sunday, September 11 from 11:30 am to 4:30 pm
Where: 98 Street between 105 Avenue & 107 Avenue, Edmonton Chinatown
Check out a Pumpkin Patch/Corn Maze
There are four awesome choices close to Edmonton that the kids are going to love. Get the full list with details here.
See a Sloth Show at WEM
Meet a Sloth, tortoises, boas, a ferret & more at this live show taking place daily inside of West Edmonton Mall. Tickets need to be purchased in advance with various show time choices. Kids 2 and under are free.
Play Indoors:
Check out our ultimate list of indoor play places in & around Edmonton HERE.
See A Movie
Landmark Cinemas Kids’ Day 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
More info
Family Movies playing in the Cineplex Theatres this weekend:
- Spider-Man: No Way Home
- Top Gun: Maverick
- Minions: The Rise of Gru
- Thor: Love and Thunder
- Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (Family Favorites special)
Cost: General Admission prices
Planning for future weekends already? Check out the low capacity, private event happening at Galaxyland on Friday, October 21 – get HALF PRICE tickets for the whole family. Info/tickets can be found here.
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