Spring has arrived, and the city is coming alive again as some of our top attractions reopen their doors for the season. Starting in May, outdoor museums, adventure parks, and other seasonal family-friendly attractions are ready to welcome you, your family, and friends to explore, discover, and make lasting memories
Continue Reading »

The City of Edmonton Play Rangers are back this winter with FREE outdoor fun for the whole family! Drop in at Whitemud Park or Northeast River Valley Park to join program leaders for exciting adventures like orienteering, geocaching, fire building and more. Whitemud Park Date: Every Saturday Mid September to
Continue Reading »

Enjoy some time outside and connect with nature during Family Nature Walks in Edmonton’s Whitemud Park. Walk the trails, look for birds, bugs, squirrels, and other animals, and learn about them from expert naturalists. Spaces are limited, so be sure to book ahead. Family Nature Walks: Date: Saturday, April 18,
Continue Reading »

Learn more about Kids Run Wild family orienteering programs during the FREE Try-It Sessions! Join them in local parks to learn all about map navigation, try orienteering, and spend time being active together in nature. RSVP in advance to participate. Upcoming Spring Events Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Rundle Park
Continue Reading »

Just in time for the spring weather, the William Hawrelak Park reopening is set for  March 13, 2026, with a Grand Opening Celebration on May 30, 2026! The park has undergone a major three-year rehabilitation and features new walking and biking paths, paved trails for all abilities, a stunning new
Continue Reading »

The Alberta Free Family Fishing Weekends are the perfect time to get hooked on fishing! These weekends take place twice a year (on the Family Day long weekend in February and one weekend in July) and allow Albertans and visitors alike to fish without a license. Keep in mind that
Continue Reading »

Enjoy a variety of fun winter activities at the new Skating and Snow Sport Area in Group Use Area 6 at Miquelon Lake Provincial Park! You can use the equipment provided to skate or play hockey on the full-sized rink, try crokicurl (a mix of crokinole and curling) on the
Continue Reading »

The Big Lake Environment Support Society (BLESS) invites you to join the Big Lake Summer Nature Program at Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park. Register ahead to enjoy a variety of free guided activities focused on a unique theme each week throughout the summer! Recommended for ages 4-12. Be sure to
Continue Reading »

Join the City of St. Albert in celebrating Neighbour Day on Sunday, June 22, 2025! Everyone is invited to join in the splashing good fun at Millennium Park with water activities, games, sensory-safe play, food trucks, and more. Residents are also encouraged to plan their own Neighbour Day celebrations in
Continue Reading »

Join the experts from Strathcona Wilderness Centre for some pond-dipping fun this summer! These events will take place in local Strathcona County parks and offer drop-in activities for all ages including wetland story time, water quality testing, and searching for wetland critters in the pond. CANCELLED Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Continue Reading »