Special Events

All aboard for some fall family fun! Head to Stettler on October 17, 2026, for Alberta Prairie Railway’s Harvest Pumpkin Fest. Enjoy an authentic train ride followed by plenty of seasonal activities, including a petting zoo, family-friendly fun and festive photo ops. Guests can also enjoy a beef-on-a-bun or hot
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Farmfair International returns to the Edmonton EXPO Centre from November 5–8, 2026, with plenty of family-friendly ways to connect with Alberta’s agricultural community! Get up close with friendly farm animals at the Petting Zoo, cuddle a calf, cheer on the wiener dog races, watch impressive canine agility demonstrations, and even
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Take part in Fire Prevention Week with FREE family fun at the Beaumont Fire Hall on Saturday, October 3, 2026! Meet local firefighters, tour the fire trucks, watch live fire and equipment demonstrations, and snap a photo with Sparky. Kids can tackle a fun obstacle course, explore interactive activity stations,
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Celebrate the music, dance and traditions of Día de los Muertos with Between Worlds at Festival Place on October 30, 2026! Led by Mariachi Loco, this vibrant production brings together 18 Edmonton-based musicians, dancers and artists for an evening of Mexican culture and community. Enjoy a nine-piece mariachi ensemble, colourful
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Celebrate harvest traditions from around the world at the Multi-Ethnic Thanksgiving Fest on October 3, 2026! This free, all-ages celebration brings Edmonton’s diverse communities together through global arts, music, food and cultural traditions. Explore displays highlighting traditional harvest foods, fashion, literature and art while learning about harvest celebrations from cultures
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Aviation and western fun come together for a unique family-friendly event at the Alberta Aviation Museum on October 9, 2026! Presented in partnership with the Canadian Finals Rodeo as part of CFR Week, Barnstorming Bonanza brings a western twist to the museum with indoor RC airplane demonstrations, themed family activities
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Saddle up for six days of western fun at the Cinch Canadian Country Expo, happening October 6–11, 2026, during Canadian Finals Rodeo Week! Head to the Edmonton EXPO Centre for exciting rodeo competitions, barrel racing, team penning, ranch sorting, youth events and plenty of western shopping. Families can watch talented
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Start your weekend with a sweet dose of nostalgia at the Saturday Morning All-You-Can-Eat-Cereal Cartoon Party at The Garneau Theatre! On Saturday, October 3, 2026, settle in for a morning packed with retro cartoons from the 1940s through the 1990s while enjoying all the colourful, sugary cereal you can eat
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Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Don Found Fire Station during the Morinville Fire Hall Open House on October 3, 2026! Families can meet local firefighters, tour a fire truck and watch live demonstrations while learning more about the people who help keep the community safe. There will also be
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Get ready for the annual Smoky Lake Pumpkin Fair from October 2-3, 2026, a two-day celebration of family fun, food, and fall festivities! Friday kicks off with an artisan market, midway, pumpkin pie contest, beer gardens and food trucks, live music, and a spectacular drone light show. Saturday is packed
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