The weather is changing and soon we’ll see snow blanketing the ground. Christmas may be two months away, but the festivities are kicking off this month! With light-ups, parades, markets, and more, there’s so much for your family to do this month. Check out our top picks for Family Fun Events in Edmonton in November. New events are being added all the time, so be sure to check back often and follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay in-the-know. Use the Family Fun Edmonton Events Calendar to find every event for every day of the month!
Mazes & Brain Games at TELUS World of Science – Edmonton
All Month Long | The newest exhibit at the Science Centre is an eye-catching multi-sensory playground for all ages to enjoy! Discover the mysteries of the mind and experience the thrill of problem-solving with over 60 puzzling experiences including interactive mazes, mind-boggling illusions, 3D puzzles, and full-body games.
The Sleeping Beauty with The Alberta Ballet
November 3 & 4 | Fairytale fans of all ages will enjoy this Alberta-inspired take on the cherished stoybook favourite.
St Albert Celebrates Sports Day
November 4 | Celebrate Sports Day with a full schedule of “try it” events and 20+ community organizations to discover.
Saturday Morning All-You-Can-Eat-Cereal Cartoon Party
November 4 | Join Metro Cinema for another nostalgia-filled Saturday Morning! These popular events offer up a morning of non-stop retro cartoons from the 1940’s – 1980’s while kids and kids-at-heart binge on colorful sugary cereals (included with admission).
Dog Man: The Musical at Festival Place
November 4 | Kids will love seeing their favourite book character come to life on stage when Dog Man: The Musical comes to Festival Place! Based off the bestselling series by Dav Pilkey, this hilarious musical adventure relives the tales of the crime-fighting dog with other popular characters from the books.
Pumpkin Smash
November 4 | Not sure what to do with those jack-o-lanterns once Halloween is over? Bring them to Compost School to smash them in a fun way and learn more about how it can be turned into compost.
Kidding Around with Rapid Fire Theatre
November 4, 11, 18 & 25 | Kids can experience all the fun of Improv comedy – It is never the same show twice with the performers creating the entire show from their top of their heads, along with a few suggestions from the audience!
Be a Kid Again with Edmonton Collector Con
November 5 | Visit the Italian Cultural Center for this unique show featuring toys and comic books.
Michael’s Sunday Makebreak’s
November 5, 12 & 19| Visit the store during designated times and head to the Michaels project room to make a free craft alongside their creative, helpful associates! November projects include ornaments, Christmas cards, and watercolour stockings.
Dear Edwina
November 9 & 10 | Experience the joys of musical theatre with this heartwarming musical from the creators of Junie B. Jones The Musical. Dear Edwina is a charming one-act musical play that explores the joys of growing up through junior advice-giver extraordinaire Edwina.
Holiday Light-Ups and Santa Parades
Various Dates | Kick off your holiday season with one of many family-friendly parades and light displays. Experience all the fun and magic, including special appearances from Santa to bring extra Christmas cheer. Bundle up and get into the holiday spirit with the help of our Guide to Holiday Light-Ups and Santa Parades!
Disney On Ice: Into The Magic
November 16-19 | Delight in all the Disney magic as a cast of live skaters hit to the ice and take you on a journey with your favourite fairytale characters. This exciting medley features the tales of Moana, Anna & Elsa, Rapunzel and Coco!
Friday Fun Skate at Leduc Recreation Centre
November 17 | Enjoy music, activities, prizes, games, and fun during this fun “LEGO have a Fun Skate!” themed recreational skate.
Borealis Lights Christmas Drive-Thru Light Display
Opens November 17 | Start a new holiday tradition with the family as you enjoy over 800,000 twinkling lights in this brilliant drive-thru display in St. Albert’s Kinsmen RV Park!
Salvation Army FREE Breakfast with Santa
November 18 | Grab your tickets now to enjoy a delicious pancake and sausage holiday breakfast with a very special guest! Admission cost is a toy donation.
FREE Recreational Swim with Inflatables at Emerald Hills Leisure Centre
November 18 | Grab your swimsuits and towels and head down to Emerald Hills Leisure Centre for a FREE recreational swim with a fun inflatable obstacle course set-up in the pool for some added aquatic fun!
Hangin’ With Dad
November 18 | Family Futures Resource Network is excited to welcome back kids and their dads, granddads, or other significant males to build box forts, create crafts, play games and bond over a cold brew (rootbeer!).
Elf the Musical presented by St Albert Children’s Theatre
November 23 – December 3 | Book an evening at The Arden Theatre (St. Albert) and enjoy all the humorous antics of Buddy the Elf as he haphazardly tries to figure out where he fits in in the world. This modern-day classic will have the whole family embracing their inner elf!
Christmas in the Heartland
November 25 | Take a trip to the country where halls and churches east of Edmonton will be offering activities, markets, and displays to help kick off the Christmas season. Bus tours from Sherwood Park can be reserved to shuttle visitors to each location.
Jubilations Junior Presents The Secret Life of Christmas Trolls
November 25 – January 2 | Get ready to celebrate with a festive new production at Jubilations Dinner Theatre! Get your HAIR UP and come sing and dance along as you enjoy the winning combination of a laughter-filled show and a delicious meal.
FREE For Girls By Girls Drop-in Program
Wednesdays & Thursdays | Girls aged 8-17 year are invited to Commonwealth Community Recreation Centre (Weds) and Meadows Recreation Centre (Thurs) activities, games and skill development exercises led by MacEwan University student-athletes and Girls in Sport AB. Come hang out, discover a new sport and meet some new friends while getting active.
Embrace Outdoor Play with the City of Edmonton Play Rangers
Every Saturday in November | Learn to embrace our cool Canadian weather while playing at a local park. Specially trained program leaders will lead outdoor activities and adventures every Saturday, including orienteering, fire building, scavenger hunts, and snow day fun!
Go Back in Time with the Indigenous Peoples Experience
Weekends in November | Visit Fort Edmonton this Fall to explore the cultural beauty of the Indigenous Peoples Experience and enjoy learning about the Fur Trade in the authentic 1846 Fort. BUDGET FRIENDLY BONUS: Receive one free general admission ticket of equal or lesser value for the 2024 summer season when you visit this fall or winter.
Feature Pyramid at the Muttart Conservatory
November 1 – 19 |Orchids Through Time
Opens November 27 | Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree
Write Your Letter to Santa using our free printable
All Month Long | We have created a free printable Letter to Santa to make things fun and easy for the kids to create their wishlists to send to the North Pole.
Shop Local at the Best Craft Fairs & Markets
All Month Long | Use the Family Fun Edmonton Guide to the Best Craft Fairs & Markets to support local and make holiday shopping a breeze this season! Take your pick from several different events happening every weekend in November.
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