This week the Grey Cup is being hosted in Edmonton and there and many free activities for kids & families to enjoy from Nov 21st-25th!
Ultimate Guide To Grey Cup Activities For Kids & Families
Tim Hortons Kick Off Party – Nov 21st
The Tim Horton’s Kick-Off Party will take place on the Grey Cup Festival site, in the heart of downtown Edmonton.
Where: Jasper Ave from 99 TO 96 st
When: 6pm-8pm
Cost: FREE
CN Grey Cup Parade – Nov 24th
An Edmonton Grey Cup tradition, featuring hundreds of participants, lively floats, marching bands, mascots and cheer teams!
Where: Starts at Jasper Ave & 108 St, turns left at 101st and will end at 103 st and 103 ave.
When: 11:30am-1:00pm
Cost: FREE
Riderville – Nov 24th
Featuring entertainment including live bands, DJ, players, Cheer teams, family activations. Rider store located on site.
Where: 9797 Jasper Ave (Shaw Conference)
When: 12pm-3pm (Kids only allowed at this time)
Cost: $10 Cover Charge, kids under 18 free
Cooper Equipment Stage – Nov 22nd – 24th
Enjoy some amazing bands and entertainment daily!
Where: Jasper Ave from 99 TO 96 st
When: 12pm-9:15
Cost: FREE
The Brick Family Tent – Nov 22nd – 24th
Enjoy all of kid & family-friend festivities in a 20,000-square-foot heated tent.
Where: Jasper Ave from 99 TO 96 st
When:11am-9:30pm
Cost: FREE
Jiffy Lube Tube Slide – Nov 22nd – 24th
Two lanes of high-speed, tubing fun for the whole family to enjoy! Hop on an inflatable tube and slide your way down the 150′ long slope!
Where: Jasper Ave from 99 TO 96 st
When:11am-9:30pm
Cost: FREE
Syncrude Mini Field – Nov 22nd – 24th
Programmed daily with football games and drills for groups of all ages to participate!
Where: Jasper Ave & 97st
When:11am-10pm
Cost: FREE
Epcor Street Ski Nov 22nd – 24th
Get a taste of the mountains in the heart of downtown Edmonton. No experience is necessary! FREE ski and snowboard lessons will be offered and all equipment is provided onsite. All you need to do is show up and enjoy the ride!
Where: Jasper Ave from 99 TO 96 st
When: 11am-9:30pm
Cost: FREE
Capital Power Zipline – Nov 22nd – 24th
Soar over Jasper Avenue down to Louise McKinney Park. In order to ride the zip line, you must obtain a wristband. Wristbands will be distributed on a daily basis at regularly scheduled times, and are available at the base of the Capital Power Zipline.
Where: Jasper Ave from 99 TO 96 st
When: 11am-9:30pm
Cost: FREE
River Cree Bungee – Nov 22nd – 24th
Five stories of free-fall with the FREE River Cree Bungee Jump! In order to participate in the River Cree Bungee Jump, you must obtain a wristband. Wristbands will be distributed on a daily basis at regularly scheduled times, and are available at the base of the River Cree Bungee Jump.
Where: Jasper Ave from 99 TO 96 st
When: 11am-9:30pm
Cost: FREE
Grey Cup Fan March – Nov 25th
Join CFL Commissioner Randy Ambrosie and march the Grey Cup to The Brick Field at Commonwealth Stadium before the championship game. Fans will proceed behind the Northlands Park racetrack, down 79 Street to 112 Avenue and then over to Commonwealth Stadium just in time for kick-off.
Where: 7515 118 ave
When: 12pm-2pm
Cost: Fan march is free, parking is $10
Visit the Grey Cup Festival website at www.greycupfestival.ca for the full list!
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