Searching for free events, festivals or free places to visit and things to do this summer in Edmonton?
Credit: City of Edmonton
Here is a list of FREE family activities for every day this summer in the Alberta Capital region. Have the best Edmonton staycation, and have a blast credit card free!
FREE Family Activities for Every Day This Summer in Edmonton
- Events and attractions listed are free or PWYC (donation). A few day trips within the Alberta Capital Region are also included.
How to use this article:
- Festivals that span 2-3 days are listed under the date with free programming or on any of the free festival days.
- Free attractions and activities that are not date-bound or time-limited are listed under ‘Random Dates’ (these can be completed on any date of your choosing).
- This list is also for adults. Aside from a few child-specific activities and playgrounds, most events are suitable for all ages.
For more summer fun activities, see Summer in Edmonton.
For day trips to fill your summer days: Ultimate Guide For Summer Day Trips From Edmonton
If you are visiting Calgary: Free Things to Do During Summer in Calgary.
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Canada Day Celebrations
Best way to start summer? Celebrate Canada’s 159th birthday at your favourite location and take your pick from one of the spectacular fireworks that brighten the night sky.
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Elk Island National Park
Head to Elk Island National Park this summer. Admission is free, thanks to Canada Strong Pass.
Select provincial museums are also free for children aged 17 and under.
Until September 7 @ Elk Island National Park, Fort Sask.
- Royal Alberta Museum (Edmonton)
- Reynolds Museum (Wetaskiwin)
- Rutherford House (Edmonton)
- Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village (Lamont County)
Friday, July 3, 2026
Edmonton International Street Festival
Bring your friends and family to the world’s best street performers!
July 3 to 12, 2026
@ Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton
Alberta Avenue Night Market
Head to Alberta Avenue to enjoy an evening of food, music, vendors; at one of Edmonton’s favourite community gatherings.
July 3rd, 2026 | 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM
@ 9141 118 Ave NW, Edmonton
Saturday, July 4, 2026
St. Philip Mediterranean Festival
Enjoy a festive celebration with live singers, cultural dancing, Mediterranean food and drinks, kids’ bouncy castle, lawn games, tattoo station, daily raffle prizes, and an arguile lounge. FIFA World Cup 2026 watch parties add extra excitement for guests.
July 1 to 5, 2026
@ St. Philip Antiochian Orthodox Church, 15804 98 Ave NW, Edmonton
2. Puppystock
Puppystock is an annual gathering of dog lovers! Enjoy free or low-cost family and dog friendly activities, including vendors, demonstrations, and information from all over the Edmonton area.
Saturday July 4, 2026 | 11 AM – 6 PM
@ Castle Downs Recreation Centre, Edmonton
3. Horsepower for Hope
Head to this charity event forKids with Cancer Society. Spectators can view a 200+ vehicle exhibition including rare and race car displays, alongside interactive demonstrations from local first responder units like EPS, EFRS, and AHS. The afternoon also features live action on the autocross track, demos from first responder units, local food trucks, a live DJ, vendor booths, and dedicated kids’ zone full of activities for all ages.
Saturday, July 4 | 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
@ Edmonton EXPO Centre South Parking Lots, 7515 118 Ave NW, Edmonton
4. The Park Bus/Elk Island National Park
Get free transportation to Elk Island National Park. Parkbus will provide free shuttle service from Edmonton to Elk Island National Park this summer. Admission is also free.
Saturdays, July 4 to August 29, 2026
@ Edmonton to Elk Island National Park and back.
Sunday, July 5, 2026
Mainstreet Cruisers Charity Car Show
Come out and see classic cars, antiques, muscle cars, hot rods, street rods, tuners, trucks, motorcycles, lowriders, and more.
July 5 @ SW corner of Mill Woods Town Centre, 2331 – 66th St., Edmonton
Monday, July 6, 2026
Young Family Programs
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: Mondays in July and August 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. *no tour on Monday August 3rd or August 31st
Tots on Tour: Tuesdays in July and August 10:30 to 11:00 a.m.
@ Alberta Legislature Building, 10800 97 Ave NW, Edmonton
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Borden Natural Swimming Pool
Spray Parks & Outdoor Pools
Hit Edmonton’s spray parks & Outdoor Pools to cool off!
Summer
@ Various locations, Edmonton. Access to outdoor pools is free for youth 12 years and under.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
1. Garden Concerts Series
Enjoy free concerts in the lovely and vibrant garden at Christ Church.
Wednesdays, July 8 to August 26, 2026 | 7-8 pm @ Christ Church Anglican, 12116 102 Ave NW, Edmonton
2. Green Shack Programs
Participate in games, sports, crafts, music, drama and special events. You’ll find a list of upcoming activities and special events posted on the side of the Green Shack each week. If there’s a game or activity that you’d like to play, just ask the Program Leader.
June 29 – August 21, 2026 @ Various Parks, Edmonton
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Go on a free/donation-guided Tour
Participate in a guided tour that will explore the history of many historical areas of Edmonton. Part of Historic Festival & Doors Open Edmonton.
RAM Architecture and Design Tour – Free, registration required. @ Royal Alberta Museum, 9810 103a Ave, Edmonton,
July 5 – 12, 2026 (not all events are free)
Friday, July 10, 2026
Stony Plain Mural Tours
Head to Stony Plain and experience the Town with the Painted Past as you discover Stony Plain’s renowned murals, historic sites, legendary characters and the unforgettable stories behind them that make up history.
DIY Tour Year Round
@Stony Plain
2. Pop-Up Night Market
Enjoy a night out at the Marketplace at Callingwood’s Pop-Up Night Market. Bring the kids for inflatables, face painting, balloon animals, roving characters and more!
July 10, 2026 | 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. @ The Marketplace at Callingwood, 6655 178 Street, Edmonton
2. Grove Rotary Ribfest
Three days of BBQ ribs, food trucks, beer gardens, live music, children’s activities, and an indoor vendor market! Admission to the festival is free.
July 10 to 12, 2026
@Central Park, 450 King St., Spruce Grove
Saturday, July 11, 2026
1. The FOUND Festival
Throughout the festival weekend, the Found Festival Main Grounds presents numerous outdoor events that are free to the public. This includes the Found Festival Music Series, which features exciting local bands, activities for youth, buskers, food vendors, licensed liquor gardens, interactive arts and crafts stations, an outdoor film screening, and much more!
July 9 to 12, 2026
@ Various Venues, Old Strathcona
2. Edmonton Jerk Festival
Come on out with your friends and family and enjoy good food, drinks, music and games and authentic Jamaican Jerk spice straight out of Boston, Jamaica – the original place of all things Jerk.
Sunday, July 11, 2026 from 12pm to 8pm
@ Queen Mary Park, 10844 117 Street Northwest, Edmonton
3. Family Fishing Weekends Alberta
Go fishing with family and friends! No license required. Albertans and visitors are invited to give fishing a try on water bodies with open fishing seasons (not in national parks). Keep in mind that fishing regulations still apply.
July 11 to 12, 2026
@Alberta Waters
4. YEG Greek Festival
Enjoy delicious food, vibrant dancing, live entertainment, and so much more. Don’t miss out on the fun! OPAAAAA
July 11 to 12, 2026
@ Edmonton Hellenic Community Centre, 10450 116 Street NW
5. Pioneer Days in Gibbons
Head to Gibbons and join for the fun family festival. Farmers’ market, free fishing lessons, parade, & more!
July 10 to 11, 2026 @ Museum Grounds 4709 – 48 Ave, Gibbons
Sunday, July 12, 2026
1. Whyte Avenue Art Walk
Explore the world of artists and see art-making in action on the streets of Old Strathcona. Over 450 visual artists will bring their art supplies and artworks out into the streets. Together they create an outdoor studio and gallery spanning several blocks.
July 10 to 12, 2026 |10:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily
@Along Whyte Avenue (82 Ave) from 101 Street to 108 St
2. Enoch Cree Nation Pow Wow
Enjoy the annual competition Pow Wow, a vibrant celebration of Indigenous culture, dance, music, regalia, and community. Gather with families, dancers, drum groups, and visitors for powerful performances, cultural pride, friendly competition, and meaningful traditions shared across generations together.
July 10 to 12, 2026
@Enoch Cree Nation Pow Wow and Cultural Grounds, Enoch Cree Nation
3. Edmonton Love & Unity Gospel Festival
This event brings together the community for a celebration of connection, positivity, and fun. Come share laughs, make new friends, and soak up the love.
July 12, 2026
@ Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, 9999 Grierson Hill Northwest, Edmonton
4. Tour of Government House
See Alberta’s Government House for yourself, and take a guided tour through 100 years of captivating history. Explore the renowned art collection highlighting the Alberta landscape and life and times of her people. See original furnishings and artifacts from the years 1913-38, when the house served as Alberta’s vice-regal residence.
Open Year Round, Free Tours are Offered Sundays and holiday Mondays |11:00 AM to 4:00PM
Government House, 12845 – 102 Avenue, Edmonton
Monday, July 13, 2026
1. Neon Sign Museum
Explore Canada’s first Neon Sign Museum, where restored historic signs light up Edmonton’s past. The collection showcases iconic commercial signs that reveal the city’s colourful neon history.
Open Year Round @ Installed along 104 Street and 104 Avenue
2. Relax at Scenic Edmonton Benches
All along Edmonton’s massive urban parklands, you’ll find some amazing views. Stop and enjoy these views, take a break, or come simply to sit!
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
World Cup Watch Parties
Enjoy free World Cup Watch Parties in the Tent at Fan Park @ ICE District and it will feature food trucks, beverages, DJ entertainment, face painting and more.
Until July 19, 2026
@Fan Park, 10104 104 Ave NW, Edmonton
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Explore High-Level Bridge
Walk across High-Level Bridge: Start at the Edmonton Legislature grounds, and walk across the High-Level Bridge to 109 Street. Every night, the bridge is lit with stunning multicoloured lights.
The east sidewalk is closed, and west sidewalk is open.
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Free programs at your local library
Edmonton libraries offer a variety of free, fun summer programs, including magic shows and movies. Check your local library for more details.
Summer
@ Your local library
Friday, July 17, 2026
1. K-Days Premier’s Breakfast
The first 5,000 people to show up will receive a free pancake breakfast and free admission courtesy of North Central Co-op to KDays!
Saturday, July 17 | 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
@ Klondike Park, 116th Ave and Gretzky Drive, Edmonton
Woodlands Water Play Park
Head to St Albert and get soaked at Woodlands Water Play Park!
Victoria Day weekend to Labor Day weekend | 10:00 AM – 08:00 PM
@ Woodlands Water Play Park,165 Sturgeon Road
Saturday, July 18, 2026
1. Chalk It Up
Throughout the day, experience live music, performances, delicious food, and be sure to support young artists at the Youth Art market. Bring your loved ones for a day of joy, laughter, and endless fun. Don’t miss out on creating magical memories together!
July 18, 2026
@The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse, 94 St and 118 Ave, Edmonton
2. O-day’min Daze
Enjoy Indigenous-led cultural activation bringing together live music, local artisans, community engagement, food, art, and shared experiences in the heart of the city.
July 18, August 22, 2026
@ O’daymin Park, 10150 107 St NW, Edmonton
Sunday, July 19, 2026
COMMUNITY DAY – K-Days
Enjoy FREE entry to the KDays grounds with an Edmonton Public Library (EPL) card, TELUS World of Science (TWOS) membership, City of Edmonton Rec Centre membership, or Leisure Access Program membership! Just show your card at the gate.
July 19, 2026
@Edmonton EXPO Centre & Exhibition Grounds, 7515 – 118 Avenue
Monday, July 20, 2026
Explore Cooking Lake-Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area
The 97 square kilometre Cooking Lake-Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area contains forests, pastures and wetlands. Explore the PRA over many days!
Year Round
@ Cooking Lake-Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Taste of Edmonton
Enjoy live concerts- Canada’s largest free outdoor concert series, as part of Taste of Edmonton. There will be a different show every night – a delectable way to enjoy Taste of Edmonton and to soak up the sounds of summer!
July 16 to 26, 2026 from 11AM to 11PM; The free live entertainment – every night at 5:00 PM
@ Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Family Nature Nights
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 Science Network and The City of Edmonton, Community Recreation Services (CRS). FNN are 2 hours long and include a formal or direct teaching experience about a nature topic, guided nature walk and a game, activity and/or craft to reinforce learning.
July 22, 29, August 5, 12, 19
@ Various Edmonton Parks
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Wagner Natural area
Take a walk through Wagner Natural area, a microcosm of boreal forest, enjoying the orchids (Sixteen species of orchids, out of a total of 26 species found in Alberta, occur within or near Wagner Natural Area), various wild flowers including carnivorous plants,and colurful plumage of birds that call the area it’s home. Isolated population of the Western (or Boreal) Toad is found in marl ponds.
Year Round
@ Wagner Natural area, 1.6 km west of the junction of Yellowhead Highway 16 and Highway 44
Friday, July 24, 2026
Art Gallery of St. Albert
Appreciate contemporary art and community exhibitions, take part in visual arts programs for all ages at the gallery housed in in the historic Banque d’Hochelaga building.
Tuesday–Saturday: 10 am–5 pm + Thursdays: 10 am–8 pm
@ 19 Perron St, St. Albert
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Summer Block Party
This free summer street activation series invites visitors, families, friends, and downtown explorers to enjoy live performances, support local businesses, and make Rice Howard Way part of their summer plans.
Saturdays, until September 19, 2026
@ Rice Howard Way, Edmonton
Sunday, July 26, 2026
Explore Cooking Lake-Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area
The 97 square kilometre Cooking Lake-Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area contains forests, pastures and wetlands. Explore the PRA over many days!
Year Round
@ Cooking Lake-Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area
Monday, July 27, 2026
Benches with a view
Stop and enjoy Edmonton views from a park bench. All along Edmonton’s massive urban parklands, you’ll find some amazing views.
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Clifford E. Lee Nature Sanctuary
The sanctuary protects 348 acres of marshland, open meadow, aspen parkland and pine forest. The varied habitats of the Sanctuary attract a diversity of animals, including more than one hundred bird species, and provide excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing.
Year round
@ Clifford E. Lee Nature Sanctuary, Spruce Grove
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Rotary Playscape
Join the fun with your toddler at one of Canada’s largest interactive playscape (10,000 square feet), Rotary Playscape in Bruce and Jeannette Fuhr Sports Park, Spruce Grove
Round the Year.
@ 9 Tri Leisure Way, Spruce Grove
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Art Gallery of Alberta
Enjoy a free evening visit to the Art Gallery of Alberta. Admission is free from 4-7pm on the last Friday of every month. Admission is also free for all aged 18 and younger all year through.
last Friday of every month. @ Art Gallery of Alberta, 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton
Friday, July 31, 2026
Chickakoo Lake Recreation Area
Explore 480-acre park Chickakoo Lake Recreation Area, that has over 14 kilometres of scenic trails, which are perfect in the summer for walking or biking.
Year Round
@ Chickakoo Lake Recreation Area, 1128 Township Rd 534, Onoway
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Grain Elevator Museums
A reminiscent of Alberta’s golden agricultural past, these distinctive wooden structures that once dotted Alberta’s skyline teach valuable history lessons and about how a vibrant community grew around a grain elevator.
Various Venues
St Albert Grain Elevator Museum 4 Meadowview Drive, St Albert
Victoria Day to Labour Day |Wednesdays through Sundays (and Holiday Mondays) 10 am–5 pm and on Heritage Day.
Spruce Grove Grain Elevator Museum, 120 Railway Avenue,Spruce Grove
Monday, Wednesday & Friday — 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
Saturday Tours: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday, August 2, 2026
Northeast River Valley Park
Explore the 190-acre public park in Northeast Edmonton which has quaint barn bridges, an ornamental lake, and 2.3 km of walking trails, including a 1.5km lakeside loop ideal for hiking, cycling, picnicking, and birdwatching.
Monday, August 3, 2026
Photo Credit: Heritage Festival
Heritage Festival
Enjoy a three-day showcase of Canada’s vibrant multicultural heritage. Explore pavilions representing cultures that will be part of this exciting celebration. Enjoy delicious cultural food, wonderful creative performances, lots of crafts, artwork, clothing, and plenty of opportunities to chat with people eager to talk about their cultural roots and their communities in Canada.
August 1 to 3, 2026
@ William Hawrelak Park, 9330 Groat Rd NW, Edmonton
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Explore City Hall
Explore Edmonton’s government centre, a unique building that ‘Look to the future, take pride in the past’. Tour (Self guided tour) the building that features a 23-bell carillon, learn about Edmonton’s past.
Year Round
@ Edmonton City Hall
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Explore Alberta Legislature
Go for a free guided tour of the legislature with a knowledgeable Heritage Interpreter. Topics covered can include the levels of government; the roles of the Lieutenant Governor, Premier, Speaker and Members of the Legislative Assembly; a brief political history of Alberta; the daily Routine followed in the Chamber; parliamentary traditions and ceremonies; and the art and architecture of the building itself.
Wednesday to Sunday – 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. @ Alberta Legislature Building and Visitor Centre, 9820 – 107 Street, NW Edmonton
Thursday, August 6, 2026
Explore the story of St Albert
Learn how missionaries and Métis contributed to the development of St Albert at Musée Héritage Museum.
Tuesday–Saturday: 10 am–5 pm
@ St. Albert Place, 5 St. Anne Street, St. Albert
Friday, August 7, 2026
Broadmoor Lake Park
Go for a relaxing walk at the park and let the kids have fun at the Spray Park & Playground!
Year-round (Spary Park – seasonal)
@ Broadmoor Lake Park, Sherwood Park
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Cariwest
See the most spectacular costumes and join in on the fun during Cariwest!
August 7 to 9, 2026; Parade: Saturday
@ Downtown, Edmonton
Sunday, August 9, 2026
Sourdough Raft Race
Cheer the participants of the annual Sourdough Raft Race.
August 9, 2026 | 11:00 AM
@ Rafts launch from Terwillegar Park, Edmonton.
Watch from the banks of the river valley.
Monday, August 10, 2026
John E. Poole Interpretive Boardwalk
Explore interpretive boardwalk built on the marsh next to Big Lake. A perfect family hands-on wetland education destination: see a variety of birds, mammals, plants, and insects. Interpretive site also includes trails, critter dipping stations and picnic area.
Spring to Fall
@ Access from Riel Drive past the entrance to the Enjoy Centre, Riel Drive.[part of Lois Hole Provincial Park
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Explore Edmonton Parks using Urban BioKits
Download Urban BioKits and explore Edmonton’s parks! Discover or learn to identify plants, animals and birds that are found in Edmonton. Can you find the Provincial fungus or Yellow Lady’s Slipper Orchids?
Year Round
@ Edmonton Parks
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
University of Alberta Museums
Explore U of A museums- 29 diverse museum collections located in faculties and departments. Explore fossils, Antiquities, art works and more!
Year-round, Hours Vary (a few museums may be closed during Summer holidays)
@ U of A, Edmonton
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Visit Father Lacombe Chapel
Alberta’s oldest standing log building(1861) constructed by Father Albert Lacombe and his Métis helpers is an important part of St Albert’s history. Admire the 1929 Father Lacombe statue, visit the crypt where Father Lacombe and Bishop Grandin are buried and see the handcrafted adoring angels on the crypt, 3 Mission bells made in France in late 1800s, and take a guided tour through the chapel and the historic Mission Hill site.
Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays, except statutory holidays.
@ Father Lacombe Chapel, St Albert – Admission By Donation.
Friday, August 14, 2026
Old Strathcona Walking Tour
Go for a historical walking tour of Old Strathcona!
Year Round
@Old Strathcona
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Open Farm Days
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 learn more about the farmers who grow their food. At Prairie Gardens -Bring the whole family for behind the scenes tours of our community supported agriculture gardens, petting farm, and complimentary admission to our Kids Corn Mazes this day only.
August 15 & 16, 2026
@ Participating Farms, Alberta
Ministik Bird Sanctuary
Enjoy hiking or bird-watching Ministik Lake, which is home to many threatened migratory birds, such as the American white pelican and blue heron.
Year Round
@ Cooking Lake Moraine Natural Area
Sunday, August 16, 2026
1. Edmonton Marathon
Cheer the participants of the Edmonton Marathon!
August 16, 2026
@ Downtown Edmonton
Monday, August 17, 2026
Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
Marvel at the daredevil acts, enjoy outdoor performances, artisans, children’s activities and more at the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival.
August 13 – 23, 2026
@ Fringe Theatre Arts Barns, 10330 84 Ave NW, Edmonton
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Explore 124 Street
Lining 124 Street are a unique group of businesses and stores that create a shopping community you won’t want to miss. Visit coffee shops, boutiques, art galleries, and shops that make this area an exciting neighbourhood to explore and discover what makes it oh-so-Edmonton.
Wednesday, August 19, 2025
Pathway of Poems
How many poems can you relate to as you walk along one of the Meadows Community League’s Poetry Pathways? Around 100 poems by Edmonton poets have been sandblasted into the sidewalks of the Meadows Community!
Year-round
@ In front of Father Michael Troy Junior High School, in front of Velma E Baker Elementary School, third on the pathways north of the Millcreek Ravine and in front of Silverberry Park in The Meadows Community League.
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Sherwood Park Natural Area
Enjoy a walk along the Old Edmonton Trail, and spot animals from the wildlife-watching platform.
Year round
@ Located between Township Road 520 and 522 on Range Road 231
Friday, August 21, 2026
Edmonton Dragon Festival
Follow the sounds into Edmonton Chinatown for the Dragon Festival, where lion dance champions, film screenings, and irresistible local flavours come together in a vibrant celebration of heritage, artistry, food, and community pride.
August 20 to 23, 2026
@ Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, 9999 Grierson Hill NW, Edmonton
Saturday, August 22, 2026
1. VegFest Edmonton
VegFest Edmonton is one day fully plant based event. Enjoy cooking demos, DJ to play lovely music, and a kid play zone including a bouncy castle and airbrush face painting.
August 22, 2026
@ Athlone Community Hall, Edmonton
2. Edmonton Pride Festival
The festival will have family-friendly entertainment, an LGBTQ2S+ market, Rainbow Road and a licensed beer garden.
August 21 to 23, 2026
@ Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Winds of Unity Multicultural Kite Festival
Winds of Unity Multicultural Kite Festival brings families and communities together for a joyful outdoor celebration with kite flying, cultural performances, music, children’s games, food, and local vendors, creating a welcoming space to connect, explore, and celebrate diversity.
August 23, 2026 | 11 AM – 7 PM
@ Rundle Park, 2909 113 Ave NW, Edmonton
Monday, August 24, 2026
Skate Edmonton
Test your skill at Edmonton skateparks!!
Spring to Fall
@ Edmonton skateparks!!
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Miquelon Lake Provincial Park
See over 200 species of birds, explore aquatic and winged life around Grebe Pond or try matching tracks to animals or spend a day at the beach!
Year Round (beach – summer)
@ Miquelon Lake Provincial Park
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Hike to a lookout
Hike to a lookout! The North Saskatchewan winds all throughout the city and is surrounded by lush greenery; our downtown skyline rises above the river; and many structures exist around the city to help enhance these views.
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Picnic in the Park
Enjoy a picnic on a glorious summer day at one of Edmonton’s parks!
Spring to Fall
@ Edmonton Parks
Friday, August 28, 2026
Hike Edmonton
Edmonton and area are full of natural beauty just waiting to be explored. No matter whether you’re out on the trails every weekend or if you’re just starting to get out there, you can easily find dozens of hiking trails for every skill and mobility level. Stay in the city or head out for a day trip and discover the great outdoors.
Saturday, August 29, 2026
1. Yorùbá Gb’òde
A Festival of Color and Light celebrates Yoruba culture through food, music, stories, art, and hands-on experiences. YCAE brings communities together to explore heritage, build connection, and enjoy a vibrant event where learning feels joyful, real, and unforgettable.
August 29, 2026
@Churchill Square, Edmonton
2. The Loyal Edmonton Regiment Military Museum
Learn about the history of the Regiment and the military history of Alberta and Canada.
Monday to Friday, 10 am to 4 pm
@ Prince of Wales Armouries Heritage Centre, 10440 – 108 Ave Edmonton
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Bike Edmonton
Enjoy a bike ride through Edmonton’s beautiful river valley.
Late Spring to Fall
@ Edmonton River Valley Trails
Monday, August 31, 2026
Explore the best artworks and murals in Edmonton
Credit: Rust Magic
Explore the city of Edmonton’s public art collection!
Year round
@Various locations, Edmonton.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Welcome Fall by hiking to Scenic Lookouts
Hike to a lookout! The North Saskatchewan River winds its way throughout the city, surrounded by lush greenery. Our downtown skyline rises above the river, and many structures exist around the city to enhance these views. It is also a great way to see trees slowly changing colour in time for fall.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
A beach trip
Say goodbye to summer with a trip to the beach.
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Explore Edmonton Galleries
Check out art galleries in Edmonton that showcase fresh abstracts, eccentric sculptures to paintings, wood carvings, clay works, jewellery, and sculptures by Canadian First Nations artists.
Friday, September 4, 2026
Kejia Fest
Kejia Festival turns Edmonton into a three-day outdoor snack street, packed with sizzling bites, sweet treats, icy drinks, music, art, and multicultural performances that invite everyone to taste, explore, and celebrate together across welcoming spaces.
September 4 to 6, 2026
@ Address: Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, 9999 Grierson Hill Road NW, Edmonton
Saturday, September 5, 2026
St Albert Botanical Park
Enjoy the displays of seasonal flowers at this five acre botanical garden!
Dawn to Dusk
@ St Albert Botanical Park, 265 Sturgeon Road, St. Albert
Sunday, September 6, 2026
John Walter Museum
Visit John Walter’s historic homes and learn stories about the community of Walterdale and get a taste of the pioneer life by participating in activities and exploring artifacts.
Sundays | 1-4pm @ 9180 Walterdale Hill, Edmonton
Monday, September 7, 2026
Sheep Leaving Parade
Visit Fort Saskatchewan and join in at the sheep leaving parade and Picnic in the Park with the sheep. Everyone can play with the sheep, talk to the Shepherds, and do some fun crafts.
Monday, September 7, 2026
@ Legacy Park, Fort Saskatchewan
Traditional walk from Legacy Park through downtown and ending up at the Fort Saskatchewan Museum & Historic Site.
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