September in Edmonton is packed with exciting events the whole family will love! As summer winds down and fall begins, there are still plenty of ways to get out and enjoy the season together. From harvest festivals and community celebrations to outdoor concerts, movies, and arts events, we’ve rounded up some of the best things to do with kids this month. This is just a sampling of what’s happening across the city, so be sure to check the Family Fun Edmonton Events Calendar for even more family-friendly events and activities!
Symphony Under the Sky | September 3-7
Heritage Amphitheatre, Edmonton
Bring the whole family to Hawrelak Park this Labour Day weekend for Symphony Under the Sky, a fun outdoor concert experience by the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. Kids 17 and under can enjoy free grass seating while the ESO performs popular movie music from Moana, Wicked, Star Wars, The Lion King, and more, along with Beethoven’s iconic Fifth Symphony.
Reynolds Museum Harvest Festival | September 5 & 6
Reynolds Museum, Wetaskiwin
Celebrate the harvest season with a fun-filled fall day featuring vintage tractors and agricultural machinery in action, a family fun zone with carnival games and a petting zoo, and hands-on activities. Explore interactive exhibits and watch demonstrations like rope making and bread baking for an entertaining autumn outing the whole family can enjoy.
Prairie Skies & Perogies Festival | September 5-7
Prairie Gardens, Bon Accord
Ukrainian heritage, prairie traditions and harvest-season fun come together with traditional music and dance, family-friendly farm activities, hands-on workshops, homesteading demonstrations and a Perogies Pack & Go Lunch Picnic. Explore the gardens and orchards during apple season while learning about Ukrainian culture and history.
Cirque Italia Water Circus Nautilus | September 11-14
St. Albert Centre, St. Albert
Enjoy a family-friendly aquatic spectacular featuring breathtaking acrobatics, dazzling water effects, incredible performances, and magical moments beneath the Big Top.
Annihilation Night | September 12
RAD Torque Raceway, Edmonton International Airport
FEATURED | Get ready for a family-friendly night of roaring engines, high-flying motocross stunts, massive trucks, spectacular vehicle drops, fire, crashes, and nonstop motorsports action. The excitement includes Freestyle Motocross, Mega Truck Mayhem, Flat Track Racers, a dramatic Crane Drop, Jet Car Burn, monster trucks, and a fireworks finale.
Filipino Fiesta | September 12 & 13 | FREE
Louise McKinney Park, Edmonton
Enjoy live music and dancing, a parade, a lively marketplace, family and heritage zones, bouncy castles, art displays, and plenty of family-friendly activities while celebrating Edmonton’s vibrant Filipino community.
Despicable Minionz | September 12, 19, & 26
Jubilations Dinner Theatre, West Edmonton Mall
FEATURED | Join Gru and the Minions for a hilarious new musical adventure filled with music, mischief, dancing, and plenty of Minion mayhem. Designed with young audiences in mind, this family-friendly dinner theatre experience combines a lively two-act show with singing, dancing, entertaining character servers, and a fun meal.
DroneArt Show: Harry Potter | September 18 & 19
Exhibition Lands Racetrack, Edmonton
Experience the magic of the wizarding world with 1,200 illuminated drones, live violin music, iconic movie music and dialogue, and interactive LED wristbands. Enjoy food, drinks, and themed merchandise before the show, then watch the night sky come alive in a spectacular experience for witches, wizards, and Muggles of all ages.
Edmonton Comic & Entertainment Expo | September 18-20
Edmonton EXPO Centre
Spend three days celebrating all things fandom, from superheroes and vintage comics to sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, and cosplay. Families can enjoy celebrity meet-and-greets, workshops, gaming, cosplay contests, and a huge show floor filled with collectibles, artwork, memorabilia, and more..
Kaleido Family Arts Festival | September 18-20 | FREE
Alberta Avenue Arts District, Edmonton
Enjoy a family-friendly celebration filled with live music, theatre, dance, street performances, pop-up galleries, artisan markets, and delicious food. Explore a vibrant, creative atmosphere where art, culture, and community come together for a fun-filled experience for all ages.
Block 50 Pet Fair | September 19 | FREE
Leduc Heritage Grain Elevator, LeducThis pet-friendly festival near Edmonton is packed with activities for pets and their people. Enjoy rescue meet-and-greets, a vendor market, live music, and plenty of entertainment throughout the day. Highlights include wiener dog races and a dog costume parade, with proceeds supporting local rescues.
AsiaFest 2026 | September 25-27 | FREE
Currents of Windermere, Edmonton
Celebrate Asian cultures with delicious food, live performances, lantern displays, cultural experiences, kids’ activities, artisan shopping, and more! This family-friendly festival offers a vibrant weekend of food, entertainment, and fun for all ages.
Alberta Day Events
August 27 – September 1 | Celebrate Alberta Day at one of these amazing community celebrations featuring everything from live music and kids’ activities to outdoor movies and an epic drone show!
Community League Day
September 19 | Edmonton Community League Day officially takes place on September 19, 2026, but the neighbourhood fun starts well before then! Community leagues across the city are hosting family-friendly celebrations throughout September, with BBQs, outdoor movies, live entertainment, markets, kids’ activities, food trucks and more.
Drive-In & Outdoor Movies
All Month | September is the prime time to enjoy a movie outdoors on the big screen—many of them are free! Check our list often as we add to it throughout the month.
Pumpkin Patches & Corn Mazes
All Month | Fall is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy some classic farm fun with the family! We’ve rounded up the best pumpkin patches, U-pick farms and corn mazes in and around Edmonton, from local favourites to family-friendly day trips.
Make & Take Events
All Month | The best things in life are FREE! We are big fans of store make-and-take events that offer us the chance to get out of the house and enjoy a fun activity with the kids. Discover all of our favourite spots offering FREE (and almost free) events.
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