In just a few short weeks the kids will be out of school and the good news is that there are so many things to do with kids around Edmonton this summer! Like many parents (myself included) looking for activities that aren’t going to break the bank is important, and the majority of these activities are free or will cost just a few bucks!
101 Things To Do With Kids Around Edmonton This Summer
Bookmark the Just Another Edmonton Mommy Summer Fun Map which includes spray parks, playgrounds, kid-friendly patios, places where kids eat free and more!
Go swimming at one of the outdoor pools around Edmonton, admission is free!
Pick some berries at one of the many berry patches
Plan some hikes with the kids around Edmonton at some of these amazing spots!
Jump on ETS and see where it can take you, best of all kids are free!
Watch an Edmonton Prospects Game at Telus Field
Introduce your kids to Shakespeare through fun interactive puppet shows at the Freewill Shakespeare Festival June 19th-July 15th
Take in a $2.99 movie on select dates throughout the summer at Cineplex Family Favourites! Movies include The Greatest Showman, The Princess Pride, Peter Rabit, E.T. and more!
Enjoy an interactive hour of jazz with the whole family, enjoy big and brassy performances, and more at the TD Edmonton International Jazz Festival June 22nd – July 1st
Follow the NOW Trucksicle on Twitter to see where they will be for free ice cream
Take advantage of Free Family Fishing weekend July 7th & 8th across Alberta
Observe the Solar system every Thursday 12pm-1pm
Check out the Edible Fruit Trees Map and see where you can pick free apples, cherries, saskatoons and more.
Tour the Alberta Art Gallery
Make a reservation to visit the Cat Cafe on Whyte Sundays 9am-10am.
See where history takes place at the Alberta Aviation Museum
Make your own bubbles and use these nature-inspired bubble wands
Spend the day at Edmonton’s Accidental Beach
Grab an ice cream at one of these ice cream shops around Edmonton
Enjoy one of the many pancake breakfasts that happen in Edmonton during K-Days July 20th-July 29th
Join the Parks Day Celebration at Elk Island July 21st
Watch Monster Trucks, Drag Races and more at Castrol Raceway events throughout the summer
Take a day trip to the Fort Saskatchewan Lions Park Kid Pool
Learn the 7 steps of safety and learn to ride battery operate scooters at Safety City
Follow Just Another Edmonton Mommy on YouTube for parks to explore in and around Edmonton, activities, and more
Grab a $2 donut in-store, all day, every Tuesday at ohana donuts
Take a drive out to the Alberta Railways Museum and learn about the history of trains in Alberta (open on weekends only)
Spend an afternoon playing board games at Table Top Cafe
Rent a paddle boat at Rundle Park
Go for a summer drive and grab some ice cream
Sign up for Kids Bowl Free and get 2 free games a day
Gather ingredients to make Fluffy Unicorn Slime
Go to the Fat Franks Restaurant for Hot Dogs
Get entertained at Kid’s World, watch live shows, and more at the Edmonton International Street Performers Festival July 10th-15th
Pack your bags for a day trip to the River Slides, Splash pad, and Park in Whitecourt
Visit farm animals, play, grab some and more at Happy Acres
Celebrate Alberta’s Ukrainian Community at Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village August 19th
Try fishing for free at one of the Kids Can Catch events
Drive out to Fort Saskatchewan for sheep gazing
Go for ice cream at 80 Flavors
Grab your tubes and take a day trip Discovery Canyon in Red Deer
Check out free programs like LEGO, magic shows, and more at the Edmonton Public Library
Try the exploding baggie science experiment
Meet the firefighters and fire prevention officers, learn about fire safety and more at Edmonton Fire Rescue Services open houses July 28th & August 25th
Enjoy free family nature nights with the family
Ride on the 2 zip lines at Crestwood Park
Grab your bike helmet and bike and check out Devon Bike Park
Explore St. Albert’s past at the Grain Elevator Park and Train Station
Visit the International Beach at Boardwalk Sand on Whyte, where you will see some amazing sand sculpture June 29th– July 8th
Check out one of the many midways happening this summer
Explore different cultures at the Heritage Festival Aug 4th-6th
Plan some beach days at one of these beaches that are close to Edmonton
Make your own Marshmallows
Cool off at the Legislature fountains
Take in the beautiful costumes and fun music at the Cariwest Great Parade on August 11th
Plan a day trip to Drumheller and check out some of these fun things to do with kids
See what deal Groupon is offering and find things to do around Edmonton at discounted prices
Pack a picnic and take advantage of Edmonton’s accidental beach
Check one of our 10 favourite toddler-friendly spray parks around Edmonton & area
See some amazing costumes and shop Artist Alley at Animethon Aug 10th-12th (taking place at the Shaw Conference Center this year)
Watch the movie Coco under the stars at Heritage Park Aug 16th
Explore the top 10 toddler playgrounds in Edmonton
Plan a picnic at one of the City parks
Go tubing at Pembina River
Join in games, sports, crafts, music, drama and special events at City of Edmonton Pop Up Play events in your community during July and August
Play a game of Disc Golf at the Strathcona Wilderness Centre
Create a craft with recycled items from the Edmonton ReUse Centre
Go to a City of Edmonton Green Shack program in your community
Pack a picnic and take a day trip out to Long Island Lake
Take the High Level Bridge Street Car to Whyte Ave and explore the Strathcona Farmers Market
Go for a walk in the River Valley
Spend the day learning about dinosaurs at Jurassic Forrest (don’t forget the mosquito spray)
Download the PatioBuzzYeg app and pick a patio to enjoy a meal with the family
Go on a Spray Park hop and explore over 70 Spray Parks
Plan a road trip to the Abbey Centre outdoor pool in Blackfalds family admission is just $20
Purchase tickets for the Edmonton Air Show August 18th & 19th
Download the MomieGo app and make new friends to meet-up with this summer
Join Hike it Baby and meet other moms and dads to enjoy walks and hikes with around Edmonton
Watch the Edmonton Kennel Club Regional Dog Show August 9th-12th
Watch one of the many outdoor movies happening around Edmonton
Join one of the many farms on Open Farm Days August 18th & 19th, as they share local stories, see on-farm demonstrations and purchase locally grown and produced products.
Host a lemonade stand for Simply Supper’s Lemonade Stand Day August 26th
Follow Just Another Edmonton Mommy on Instagram
Do you have other ideas for things to do with kids around Edmonton this summer that aren’t on the list? Comment below and let me know!