Family Friendly Things to do This Weekend:
Holiday Fun at the TELUS World of Science Edmonton:
When: December 21, 2019 to January 5, 2020
Where: TELUS World of Science – 11211 – 142 Street
Candy Cane Building Challenge:
Main Lobby from 9:15 am – 9:45 am and 3 pm – 4 pm
Help polar bears get to the North Pole by building a Candy Cane bridge
Jingle Smells:
Main Lobby from 10:45 am – 12:30 pm
Use your senses to identify different Holiday sounds, smells and tastes
Winter Storytime:
CuriousCITY from 10:30 am – 11 am and 5 pm – 5:30 pm
Winter storytime followed by a hands-on activity
Zoominescence Festival of Light:
When: Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays in December (and December 26)
Time: 5 pm to 9 pm
Where: Edmonton Valley Zoo – 13315 Buena Vista Road, Edmonton
Candy Cane Lane:
A staple in Edmonton for Christmas must-sees. Candy Cane Lane is officially open! Thursday, December 12 is a walk only night. Any other night you can walk the lane, drive through or book a sleigh ride. Don’t forget to bring down a donation for Edmonton’s Food Bank!
When: December 12, 2019 to January 1, 2020 – 6 pm to 9 pm nightly
Where: YEG Candy Cane Lane is currently situated on 148 Street between 100 Avenue to 92 Avenue
FREE Stuffed Animal Making at Northgate:
Kids (12 and under) who come by will receive free supplies to make their own stuffed animals. Kids can keep them for themselves or give them away as gifts!
While supplies last; arrive early to guarantee yours!
When: Saturday, December 21 – 11 am to 2 pm
Where: Northgate Centre – 97 Street & 137 Avenue, Edmonton
Enjoy Light Festival:
When: Now until January 5th
Time:
- Monday, Thursday & Saturday – 4 pm to 10 pm
- Sunday from 4 pm to 8 pm
- Closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays.
Where: 101 Riel Drive, St. Albert, AB
Leduc Country Lights:
Opening this weekend at a new (and bigger!) location – take your time walking through these gorgeous lights and displays in the Leduc area.
When: November 30, 2019 to January 1, 2020
Time: 5 pm to 10 pm daily *closed on Christmas day*
Where: Leduc West Antique Society – 49541 Range Road 260, Calmar
Canadian Tire Magic of Lights:
When: November 22, 2019 to January 4, 2020
Time: 5 pm to 10 pm
Where: Castrol Raceway – Highway 19, Nisku
Find Santa:
Several locations all around Edmonton are now hosting Santa sets and photos! Some even have special character days, pet photos and sensory sensitivity times.
When: Daily – November & December, 2019
Where: Various locations across Edmonton
See the full list of where to find Santa in Edmonton this season with photo prices here.
Festivities at the Alberta Legislature:
Musical ensembles perform weekdays at 12 pm and 6:30 pm
When: Now until December 23rd
Where: Legislative Assembly of Alberta – 107 Street & 97 Avenue, Edmonton
Gingerbread Workshop:
When: December 21 – 11 am – 2 pm
Where: Edmonton Downtown Farmers Market – 10305 97 Street NW, Edmonton
Website: yegdtmarket.com
More info/tickets
Santa Breakfast:
When: Saturday, December 21 – 10 am
Where: Varscona Hotel – 8208 – 106 Street NW, Edmonton
GLOW Festival:
The opening of the GLOW festival is this weekend. Millions of twinkling lights and a new location for 2019, this is a Christmas event you aren’t going to want to skip this year!
When: November 28, 2019 to January 4, 2020
Where: Edmonton Expo Centre – 7515-118 Avenue, Edmonton
Singing Christmas Tree:
When: December 19 – 22
Times:
- Thursday & Friday – 7 pm
- Saturday – 2 pm & 7 pm
- Sunday – 1 pm
Where: Jubilee Auditorium – 11455 – 87 Avenue NW, Edmonton
Fort Edmonton Park Christmas Pantomime – Cinderella:
When: December 12th – 29th
Cost: $40 for adults; $30 for children
Where: Fort Edmonton Park Capitol Theatre – 7000-143 Street, Edmonton
Christmas Markets & Craft Shows:
When: All weekend
Where: Various locations in & around Edmonton
There are over 50 Christmas markets and craft shows coming up this Season! Check out the Ultimate guide of when & where to find them here.
Christmas Festivals:
Check out our Ultimate list of Christmas Festivals, light up and family activities happening this season in and around Edmonton here.
Get outside: Check out the City of Edmonton Winter Fun Map for 2019 to see what’s going on near you – including all the best tobogganing hills – HERE.
Christmas Family Free Skate:
Family skate – kids must be accompanied by an adult. Helmets are required.
When: Sunday, December 22
Time: 1 pm to 3 pm
Where: River Cree Sports – 300 East Lapotac Boulevard, Edmonton
More info
Marvel: Universe of Superheroes Exhibit:
When: Open 7 days a week!
Where: TELUS World of Science – 11211 142 Street
PLAY INDOORS:
Check out our ultimate list of indoor play places in & around Edmonton HERE.
Parents’ Date Night at Tree House Indoor Playground:
For kids aged 4 to 10 – drop the kids off between 5 & 5:30 pm and pick them up between 8 & 8:30 pm. Admission fee is $29.95 for the first child and the second child is 50% off. Price includes a snack.
When: Friday nights
Time: 5 pm to 8:30 pm
Where:
- Tree House Edmonton North – 4235 139 Avenue
- Tree House Edmonton South – 10181 – 34 Avenue
Kids’ Night Out at Color Me Mine:
When: Friday evenings
Time: 5:30 pm to 8 pm
Where: Color Me Mine, West Edmonton Mall, 8882 – 170 Street NW, Edmonton
Petting Zoo at West Edmonton Mall:
When: Friday to Sunday
Time: 12 pm to 6 pm
Where: Level One, Phase I, West Edmonton Mall, 8882 – 170 Street, Edmonton
Cost: FREE
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:
-Jumanji: The Next Level
-Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
-Frozen 2
-A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
-Cats
Cost: General Admission prices
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