Cheapies & Freebies

Having kids can get expensive but having fun with kids does not have to be. Many of the other pages include activities that can be done for free but this page is dedicated for those special deals that come along every once in awhile. Please note that these deals are subject to change without notice. We encourage you to call the facility before you head out on your fun activities!

Tricks & Treats at Southgate Centre

Edmonton Events Cheapies & Freebies, Halloween

Trick-or-Treating: 2020 style! Wear your scariest (or not-so-scariest) mask to Southgate Centre for an outdoor Halloween experience. Collect candy in a socially distant, touch-free manner at various sweet stations and vehicle trunk candy drops. Take selfies in front of touch-free photo backdrops. Enjoy eerie ...Read More

Treats-R-Us Halloween Fun at Toys R Us

Edmonton Events Cheapies & Freebies, Halloween

Forget about the tricks, come find lots of treats at Toys R Us stores on Halloween day. Toys R Us is teaming up with Nestle to get goodies to kids in a way that’s like traditional trick-or-treating…with a timely twist. Visit your local store ...Read More

Kids on Track Harvest Party For Families

Edmonton Events Cheapies & Freebies, Halloween

Celebrate harvest with safe and fun activities in the Parkview Community on Saturday, October 31 from 11 am to 4 pm. Strong communities and active families are coming together for a day of pumpkin carving, craft making and game playing! It costs only $5 ...Read More

Books 2 Buy Library Book Sales 2020

Edmonton Events Cheapies & Freebies, Community Sales

How’d you like to take home a few of your library favourites WITHOUT having to worry about the return dates? Now you can thanks to the Edmonton Public Library’s popular Books 2 Buy sales! It’s a great chance to pick up some new reads ...Read More

Pumpkin Fest is Fun For The Whole Family at Granary Road

Edmonton Events Cheapies & Freebies, Festivals

You get a pumpkin, you get a pumpkin, everyone gets a pumpkin … Granary Road’s annual Pumpkin Fest is bigger and better than any other year before! Head there on Saturday, October 17 or Sunday, October 18, 2020 for oodles of fall fun that ...Read More

Get Outside With St. Albert Public Library

Edmonton Events Cheapies & Freebies, Storytime

Looking to get outside for some fun activities with your little one? The St. Albert Public Library is offering several free programs for families during the month of October, including story times and guided walks. Registration is required for some, while others are drop ...Read More

Kids Get in Free at University of Alberta Botanic Garden

Edmonton Events Cheapies & Freebies, News & Reviews

Looking for an escape into nature? You don’t need to go far! Take your kids to visit the University of Alberta Botanic Garden for FREE this fall. They are offering free admission to kids ages 0 to 17 until their last open day of ...Read More

Rock On at the Virtual APEGA Rock and Fossil Clinic

Edmonton Events Cheapies & Freebies, News & Reviews, Special Events

A pocket full of rocks and dirt under the fingernails, that’s how my kids always look after an adventure outside. Hours can be lost examining every little pebble at the park or along the river valley. Parents, can you relate? While these silly antics ...Read More

Free Pop-Up Live Performance by Lodestar Theatre

Edmonton Events Cheapies & Freebies, Concerts & Shows

This professional group of local theatre artists are spreading joy and bringing connection to communities around Edmonton with socially distanced performances – but their season is almost over, so don’t miss out on this one. Head on down to Allendale Park on Sunday, September ...Read More

Opera Tots For Little Ones With Edmonton Opera

Edmonton Events Cheapies & Freebies, Past Events

As part of Alberta Culture Days, Edmonton Opera is offering a special virtual sensory experience for your little ones! Geared towards kids ages 6 months to 3 years, Opera Tots features classical music, puppets and interactive fun … from the comfort of your own ...Read More