Day Trips
Pysanka 50th Anniversary in Vegreville
Vegreville’s iconic larger-than-life Ukrainian Easter Egg is turning 50! Celebrate this historic Pysanka with a festive day in the park featuring a free pancake breakfast, live entertainment, mini CN Train rides, fun with Hunter the Oilers mascot, a Kids Zone with bouncy castles and glitter tattoos, food trucks, and a
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Goat Goodbye at Ellis Nature Centre
Take a road trip to Ellis Nature Centre just outside Lacombe for a special sendoff at the Goat Goodbye, happening August 30 to September 1. Celebrate the end of summer with goat-themed fun including kids’ games, a photo booth, raffle, and one last chance to visit the goats before they
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Bug Jamboree at Ellis Nature Centre
Hit the road to discover the fascinating world of insects at the annual Bug Jamboree on Saturday, August 9 at Ellis Bird Farm, outside Lacombe! Enjoy bug walks, special guest John Acorn “The Nature Nut”, kids’ games, fun with the goats, and a fun event passport with prizes for the
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Millet Museum 40th Birthday Bash
Head out of town on Saturday, July 19 to celebrate the Millet Museum’s 40th Birthday with a fun-filled bash including a new exhibit unveiling, horse-drawn carriage rides, a Century Market, pie baking contest, and carnival treats. Families can enjoy face painting, balloon animals, and classic games during this exciting milestone
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Take Parkbus to Elk Island National Park for FREE
Elk Island National Park and Parkbus have teamed up again to offer FREE Summer shuttle service from Downtown Edmonton to Elk Island National Park! The bus will pick up visitors at the Royal Alberta Museum at 8:45 AM for a day visit to Elk Island National Park. Your FREE shuttle
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What’s On Your Summer Fun Bucket List? Find Edmonton Summer Events Here!
Sponsored by Kraay Family Farm Ahhh summer! Everything is green and lush, the days are longer and brighter, and the warm sun makes you want to let loose and have some fun. The summer months always pass way quicker then we want, so Family Fun Edmonton is here to help
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Discover Red Deer This Summer with the FREE Highway 2 More! Attractions Pass
When planning your next summer road trip, don’t just breeze past Red Deer—make it part of the adventure! Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or looking to break up your drive between Edmonton and Calgary, Red Deer is packed with family-friendly fun that’s well worth the stop. And now, thanks
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Celebrate Parks Day at Wizard Lake
Join the Wizard Lake Watershed and Lake Stewardship Association for Parks Day on Saturday, July 12, 2025! This day of fun at the lake will have family-friendly games and nature awareness activities, the opportunity to meet a great horned owl, live music from Kim Gates, face painting, and live wood
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Plan the Perfect Playcation at Calaway Park!
Make Calaway Park your family Playcation Destination this summer! As Western Canada’s Largest Outdoor Family Amusement Park, this popular Calgary summer attraction has been providing joy, excitement and family memories in Alberta for over four decades. I have many of my own fond memories from visiting as a child, and now
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Farm-tastic Fun at Kraay Family Farm
Looking for a full day of adventure this summer? Head South to Kraay Family Farm, home of the world-famous Lacombe Corn Maze, and plenty of other farm-tastic fun activities. There are over 50 attractions your family will love including miniature golf, jumping pillows, a giant hill slide, cart racing, and
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