Find the BEST weekend events right here with us! We’re officially in holiday mode with 5 light-ups, 1 Santa parade, and several other Christmas-themed events to discover this weekend. Don’t miss your chance to Swim with Santa at the World Waterpark, check out a brand new illuminated art experience on 124 Street, have some fun with Santa & the Grinch at the Greenhouse, PLUS join in a FREE LEGO Holiday build!
And the fun doesn’t stop there! Make sure to check our Events Calendar to find DOZENS MORE family fun events each weekend.
Kid-Friendly Activities in Edmonton this Weekend (Nov 15-17):
Town of Devon Métis Day
November 15 | Everyone’s invited to celebrate Métis Day with the Devon Indigenous Relations Committee! Come learn about Métis culture and history through live fiddling, jigging, storytelling, artisans, and vendors, plus enjoy complimentary hot dogs and pop.
Holiday Light-Up Events
Set your weekend aglow at any of these 5 spectacular Holiday Light-Up events:
- Crossroads Business Association Light Up the Night Festival
November 15 | Inglewood will be filled with holiday cheer including horse-drawn carriage rides, face painting, live bands and festive carolers, a winter night market, and visits with Santa AND Winter Princesses! - Stony Plain Road Light Up the Park 2024
November 15 | Butler Memorial Park light-up, roaming entertainment, a musical performance from Gateway Chorus, and free hot chocolate for all. - Leduc Light-Up the Park
November 15 | Alexander Park lights up with free hot chocolate, visits with Santa, live music and sing-alongs, and crafts at the library! - Strathcona County Celebration of Lights
November 16 | Fun event at Festival place with an LED tree show, winter carnival, wagon rides with Santa, campfire cooking, cookie decorating, hot chocolate, letters to Santa, crafts, face painting, and the Grinch. - All is Bright on 124th Street Winter Festival
November 16 | Immersive light installations, live music, Santa, light-up street performers, ice carvers, maple taffy, crafts, cookie decorating, s’mores around the fire pit, food trucks, beverage gardens, and much much more!
Glowscape 124: An Illuminated Art Experience
Opens November 16 | The 124 Street business community has something new up their sleeves this holiday season to extend the magic of the annual All is Bright Festival! Glowscape 124: An Illuminated Art Experience will transform 8 empty commercial spaces in the area with dancing light projections, immersive artwork, and illuminating innovation. Explore all 8 art spaces FREE from November 16 to December 1, 2024.
Swim with Santa at West Edmonton Mall
November 16 | Santa will make his grand return to West Edmonton Mall via zipline! Get your tickets to join him in World Waterpark for a fun morning of swimming, sliding, cookies, hot chocolate, and festive photos.
Pottery & Santa at Clay and Cupcakes
November 16 | Santa is coming to Clay & Cupcakes for some creative Christmas fun! Book a spot for your child to paint their own holiday ornament, enjoy a cupcake and drink, take holiday photos, and go home with a free gift bag from Santa.
Horizon Ag & Turf’s Green Christmas
November 16 | Get your picture taken with Santa and a John Deere tractor! Book your timed Santa photo appointment at either Edmonton location (formerly Martin Deerline) and come to the dealership to enjoy crafts and Christmas fun. Event is free, but guests are encouraged to bring a donation for Santa’s Anonymous of the Edmonton Food Bank
Kingsway District Holiday Parade
November 16 | Brighten your holiday season with the Kingsway District Holiday Parade. The parade will make its way from the east Airport Road entrance to Kingsway Mall, where Santa will be waiting!
Watch Megamind in Theatre with Reel Family Cinema
November 16 | Metro Cinema aims to bring back the old-fashioned joy of a family matinee with Reel Family Cinema! Enjoy watching Megamind this Saturday afternoon, with the added bonus of FREE admission for all kids ages 12 and under. For another great inexpensive movie option, also check out the $3.99 Family Favourites at Cineplex Theatres.
Photos with Santa & Friends at Salisbury Greenhouse
Nov 16 (Sherwood Park) & Nov 17 (St. Albert) | Things will be extra festive at both Salisbury Greenhouse locations when Santa comes to visit! Visit Sherwood Park on Saturday or St. Albert on Sunday for professional photos with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the Grinch ($10 per family first come, first serve), music, and other holiday fun!
- For more festive fun at local greenhouses, make sure to check out our guide to FUN & (mostly) FREE Christmas Events at Local Greenhouses.
LEGO Holiday Make-and-Take at Mastermind Toys
November 17 | Add an adorable Santa & Sleigh to your LEGO collection with this FREE make-and-take event at Mastermind Toys! Spots limited – please call your local store for full event details.
Santa’s Wonderland at Cabela’s
Ongoing | Santa is back at his Winter Wonderland at both Edmonton Cabela’s locations! You can book an appointment online, or drop-in for a free 4×6″ photo and shareable video. Check our post to learn more, including weekday events like Storytime with Mrs. Claus and free Kid Zone Giveaways. Family Fun TIP: Cabela’s North Edmonton location is just 15 minutes from Maisie’s Magical Christmas House for combined holiday fun!
Visit Maisie’s Magical Christmas House
Ongoing | Maisie’s Magical Christmas House will be lit up daily starting Friday, November 8, 2024! Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will join in the fun most evenings (weather permitting) to hand out candy canes and spread Christmas Cheer. Come see the spectacular holiday display, and make a donation to Second Chance Animal Rescue Society (SCARS).
But wait…There’s more!
If you enjoy our weekly guide of Awesome Kid Friendly Activities To Do in Edmonton, then you’ll love our monthly guides too! Head on over to our guide to Family Fun Events in Edmonton in November and bookmark our Events Calendar to never miss out on the fun.
Now is also the time to also be thinking about extracurricular activities for the Fall! Find several fantastic options in our guide to the Best Lessons for Kids in Edmonton & Area.
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