THINGS TO DO WITH THE KIDS THIS WEEKEND IN EDMONTON: JANUARY 18-20, 2019

Things to do with the kids this weekend in Edmonton

World Snow Day at Snow Valley Ski Club:

When: Sunday, January 20, 2019
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Where: Snow Valley Ski Club: 13204 – 45 Avenue, Edmonton
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On Sunday, January 20, 2019, there will be loads of special activities designed to get kids excited about our snowy climate, including a scavenger hunt, family fun races and a hot chocolate station!

World Snow Day in Strathcona County:

When: Sunday, January 20, 2019
Time: 1 pm – 4 pm
Where: Strathcona Wilderness Centre: 52535 Range Road 212, Ardrossan
Website: www.strathcona.ca

A fun day in the snow (and some indoor activities too!)

Meet biologists and learn about animals that live in in the area

Enjoy free activities like fire building

Test out some demo snow sport equipment, and warm up with some hot chocolate.

Regular trail and rental equipment fees are in effect

Activities may be cancelled if the temperature is below -15.

Ice Castles

*See the Edmonton Mama Instagram & Facebook accounts to enter to win a FREE family-four-pack to the Ice Castles!*

When: Now!
Time: Monday, Wednesay, Thursday 4 pm – 9 pm; Friday 4 pm – 10 pm; Saturday 11 am – 10 pm; Sunday 12 pm – 8 pm (Closed Tuesdays)
Where: Hawrelak Park, 9330 Groat Road, Edmonton
Cost: Weekdays: Adults (12+) $13.95, Children (4-11) $10.95, Weekends: Adults $17.95, Children $12.95, Children 3 and under are free
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Special guests: Ice Princesses “The Snow Sisters” Saturdays and Sundays from 12 pm to 3 pm

Fire performers “Insphyre Performance” Fridays and Saturdays from 7 pm to 10 pm.

Bonnie Doon Centre Ice Rink Pop Up:

When: Thursdays through Sundays
Time: Thursdays & Fridays 2 pm to 9 pm, Saturdays & Sundays 12 pm to 8 pm
Where: Northwest side of Bonnie Doon Centre: 82 Avenue & 83 Street, Edmonton
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Free Train Rides at Bonnie Doon Centre:

When: Saturday, January 19 & Saturday, February 2, 2019
Time: 12 pm to 4 pm
Where: Bonnie Doon Centre, 82 Avenue & 83 Street, Edmonton
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City of Edmonton FREE Drop In Learn To Skate:

When: January 7 to February 17, 2019
Where: various community arenas in Edmonton
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Winter Green Shack Programs: (6-12 years old)

When: January 5 to March 29, 2019
Time: Mondays to Thursdays 3:30 pm – 6 pm; Saturdays 1 pm – 5 pm
Where: various sites throughout the city
Phone: 311
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Blackmud Creek Community League Winter Fun Day:

When: Saturday, January 19, 2019
Time: 1 pm to 4 pm
Where: Allard Rink, Allard Boulevard SW, Edmonton
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Bring your skates, helmet & friends! Sleigh rides, skating and hot chocolate for everyone!

Snowshoe and Stargaze at Elk Island National Park

When: January 19 & 26; February 2, 9, 16 & 23
Time: 7 pm – 9 pm
Where: Astotin Lake Beach, Elk Island National Park: 1- 54401 Range Road 203, Fort Saskatchewan

Cost: $29.80 per person with a valid park pass
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Take a hike inn snowshoes, enjoy snacks and the a lesson on the gorgeous night sky next to a warm bonfire.

The cost of the program is $29.80 per person with a valid park pass.

Fee includes the use of snowshoes, warm snacks and refreshments and a Parks Canada Guide.

Call 780-922-5790 to book.

(Capacity for each session is 20 people/pre-registration is required.)

Winterfest in Castle Downs: (FREE)

When: Sunday, January 20, 2019
Time: 12 pm to 3 pm
Where: Castle Downs Park Pavillion: 11524 – 153 Avenue NW, Edmonton
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Enjoy skating, snowshoeing, sleigh rides, snow art, hot chocolate, treats and more!

FREE Popcorn at Cineplex Theatres

When: Saturday January 19, 2019 (National Popcorn Day!)
Time: All Day!
Where: Any Cineplex Theatre in Canada
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SCENE members can enjoy a free small bag of popcorn with any movie at any Cineplex Theatre in Canada.

Cineplex Family Favourites:

When:  Saturday mornings
Time: 11 am
Where: participating theatres
Cost: $2.99 per ticket
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Upcoming Movies:

Saturday, January 19 – Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
Saturday, January 26 – Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom
Saturday, February 2 – Smallfoot
Saturday, February 9 – The Land Before Time
Saturday, February 16 – The House with a Clock in its Walls
Saturday, February 23 – Johnny English Strikes Again

Reel Family Cinema:

When: Saturdays, usually 1pm
Where: Garneau Theatre: 8712 – 109 Street, Edmonton
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Upcoming Shows:

January 19: Smallfoot
January 26: Castle in the Sky

IMAX Theatre PJ Party – The Dark Crystal

When: Saturday, January 19, 2019
Time: Science activities & hot breakfast at 8 am. Film starts at 9 am.
Where: TELUS World of Science Edmonton: 11211 – 142 Street, Edmonton
Cost: Public $9.95, Members $ 7.95, IMAX Movie Fanatics $6.95, Breakfast – add $15 + GST
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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

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Kids get a movie ticket and a kids snack pack (popcorn, drink, plus a candy treat) for just under $14

Microsoft Workshops for Kids:

Where: Microsoft Store, West Edmonton Mall, #1723, 8882 – 170 Street
Phone: 780-801-4200
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• STEM Saturday: How do sharks swim?
  In this free workshop, participants aged 8 and up will build a sensorized joystick to survey how sharks swim.
  When: Saturdays, January 26, 2019 – 10 am to 1 pm or Saturdays, January 19 & February 2, 9, 16 & 23 – 11 am to 2 pm
• Xbox Family Safety: One hour workshop where families can learn set up tips and tricks for Xbox and how to manage safety settings. When: offered the third Sunday of every month at 12 pm.
• Minecraft Monday: Kids of all ages who love Minecraft will enjoy this free play event with the chance to win prizes too! When: Third Monday of every month from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Kids’ Events at Cabela’s:

Where: Cabela’s Edmonton South: 6150 Currents Drive NW, Edmonton
Phone: 780-628-9200
Where: Cabela’s Edmonton North: 15320 – 37 Street NW, Edmonton
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Upcoming Events:

Saturday, January 19 & Sunday, January 20 – 11 am to 3 pm:
Kids Virtual Ice Fishing – A perfect “how-to” session to teach your kids all about ice fishing Kids will get to use magnetic biters and electronic gear on a virtual fishing platform to try out the sport.

Michaels Kids Club:

When: Saturdays
Time: drop in between 10 am and 12 pm
Where: Michaels stores
Cost: Kids 3+ $2, Kids 6+ $5
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U of A Pond Hockey Tournament

Zorianka Ukrainian New Year Performance:

When: January 19 & 20, 2019

Time: Saturday at 12 pm & Sunday at 1 pm

Where: East Court, Londonderry Mall, Edmonton

Cost: FREE!

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