Free Events - Edmonton

Visit the Alberta Legislative Assembly Centre and discover history with family-friendly activities. Read more…

A stage for every voice: music, poetry, comedy, and everything in between. Share, cheer, and celebrate queer creativity in a space that’s warm, welcoming, joyfully judgement-free. Read more…

Just 35 minutes east of Edmonton lies a natural wonderland open all year long! Spread a blanket and gaze at a starry sky free from city lights… Read more…

Elk Island National Park is excited to work with Parkbus bring back a free shuttle service from Edmonton to Elk Island National Park this summer. Read more…

Perfect for caregivers with babies and young children, these family-focused sessions offer age-appropriate activities that make visiting the Legislature an extra-special experience! Stroller Tour (45 mins) A… Read more…

Held on all the Wednesday evenings in July and August from 7-8 pm, this series attracts audience members from the neighbourhood of Wîhkwêntôwin (Oliver) and from all… Read more…

Let Plaza Series be the soundtrack to your summer! Join us at St. Read more…

Discover aquatic insects, birds, leaves or even the habits of urban coyotes! Family Nature Nights (FNN) is a project designed by Nature Alberta’s Nature Kids, The Alberta… Read more…

Polynesian Days (Poly Days) is an annual family event that, for four decades, has continually drawn over 6,000 people every August long weekend to the community of… Read more…

Grab dinner, shop local and enjoy the live music and games we will have set up all night! While you’re there, make sure to also check out… Read more…

The Edmonton Heritage Festival is a three-day event to sample delicious food, see creative performances, and experience Canada’s multiculturalism. Read more…

Drop off your large household waste at a Big Bin Event for free. Read more…

Water Lantern Festival is a floating lantern event that is all about connections. Read more…

Summer Block Party is bringing live music, local artists, patio energy, participating businesses, and downtown summer programming to Rice Howard Way from June 20 to September 19,… Read more…

Rock’n August 2026 will celebrate its 30th year of operation as the finest festival of Cars and Music in Western Canada and the City of St. Read more…

Join us at Currents of Windermere for a Move & Mingle Dance Class led by Movati Athletic💃🎶 Whether you’re looking to learn some new moves or simply… Read more…

The 3-day event includes a Friday Night Costume Extravaganza, a Saturday Parade and a Caribbean Village thorough the weekend including live entertainment, a Kids Korner, savory Caribbean… Read more…

Whether you’re bringing a classic car or coming to admire the lineup, join us for a fun community event filled with cars, prizes, and good vibes. Read more…

Join us for the 60th Annual Sourdough Raft Race! Edmonton’s Favourite River Water Fight! Enter a raft into the floating water fight down the river, or come… Read more…

The Edmonton Dragon Boat Festival is a way to encourage people of all ages and skill levels to try paddling and racing. Read more…

Youth Day Edmonton is FREE, all-ages, and includes bouncy castles, free food, face painting, a live DJ, special guest appearances, lots of big prizes, and MORE! Bring… Read more…

Alberta Open Farm Days is about farmers and ranchers inviting their urban and rural neighbours to stop in for a visit to share stories, see demonstrations, and… Read more…

Have you ever seen a shooting star? Celebrate the land & sky with campfire stories, food, telescopes, and art! The Persied meteor shower is an annual celestial… Read more…

Do you need to upsize your blender? Downsize your air fryer? The Reuse Centre’s small electronics swap is the perfect solution! Bring up to 5 clean and… Read more…