Festivals
There are so many great family-friendly Festivals in Edmonton that it can be hard to keep up with them all! Come rain, snow, or shine, there’s a fun festival to discover in all seasons.
Kaleido Family Arts Festival
Arts on the Ave and Kaleido are excited to celebrate the 21st annual Kaleido Family Arts Festival, lighting up Alberta Avenue from September 18-20, 2026! Enjoy music, theatre, dance, street performances, pop-up galleries, artisan markets, and delicious food in a joyful, wildly creative celebration of art, love, and community. Kaleido
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Unleash Your Inner Geek at the EDMONTON EXPO
Each year, EDMONTON EXPO attracts tens of thousands of fans for a fun-filled 3-day celebration of all things fandom—from superhero blockbusters and vintage comics to sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, and cosplay! Families can enjoy celebrity meet-and-greets and autograph sessions, workshops, gaming booths, cosplay contests, and a huge show floor filled
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Summer Block Party Series on Rice Howard Way
Make plans to be downtown on select Saturdays and Sundays for the Summer Block Party Series. There will be activities and fun for all ages as Rice Howard Way is shut down to vehicle traffic and transformed into a pedestrian and dog-friendly outdoor Entertainment District from June 20 to September
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Carnivals & Fairs in Edmonton (2026 Guide)
If you’re planning summer fun around Edmonton, carnival season stretches from spring right through to late summer. From small community fairs to big-name events like K-Days, there’s almost always something happening within a short drive. Carnival season brings a mix of midways, rides, rodeos, and local festivals across Edmonton and
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ULTIMATE Year-Round Guide to Festivals in Edmonton!
There are so many great family-friendly Festivals in Edmonton that it can be hard to keep up with them all! Come rain, snow, or shine, there’s a fun festival to discover in all seasons. From the colourful lanterns and icy sculptures of our winter festivals to the delicious food, vibrant
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Picklefest Edmonton
Enjoy all things pickled when Picklefest comes to Edmonton’s ICE District on October 17, 2026! This popular Canadian festival is all about fun eats and drinks, and also features live music, contests, family-friendly activities, and local artisans. Admission is free for kids under 12! Picklefest Edmonton: Date: October 17, 2026
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FREE Make-and-Take Activities from Alberta Craft
Join Alberta Craft at The Works Art & Design Festival for two cool make-and-take activities! Simply drop by during the designated date and time to create each of these FREE projects. Craft Rocks Create and adopt your very own Pet Rock—a no-maintenance friend that’s full of personality. Date: Saturday, June
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Carnival at ICE District
West Coast Amusements will be setting up its collection of rides, games and carnival food booth’s at ICE District on June 6-9, 2024! Get your ride-all-day wristband and enjoy a fun day at the fair in the heart of downtown Edmonton. Carnival at ICE District: When: June 6-9, 2024 Where:
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Burnewood Bash
Celebrate Community League Day at the 2nd Annual Burnewood Bash! The event includes a bike parade (decorations supplied), bouncy castles, food trucks, games, live music, and beer gardens. Burnewood Bash: When: Saturday, September 9, 2023 Time: 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm Where: Burnewood Community League Hall Address: 4118 41 Avenue,
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Chinatown Mural Party
Edmonton artist Emily Chu invites you to come out and enjoy the Chinatown Mural Party on Sunday, February 26, 2023. This free 4 hour event will feature food, art, storytelling, live music, kids activities, photobooth, a minimarket, Chinatown tours and more! Chinatown Mural Party: When: Sunday, February 26, 2023 Time:
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