Spring is here! Ready to get out and enjoy the weekend? We’ve handpicked the best FREE and family-friendly events in Edmonton, from interactive exhibits and shows to seasonal activities and meet-and-greets.
Looking for more? Don’t miss our Spring Break Events Guide and full Events Calendar for even more fun ideas to keep the kids entertained.
Things to Do in Edmonton with Kids March 27–29, 2026
🦖 Dino-Mite Spring Break at TELUS World of Science – Edmonton | March 27–29
📍 TELUS World of Science – Edmonton
Experience hands-on experiments, live science demos, the K-Pop Demon Hunters Laser Show in the Zeidler Dome, the Spaghetti Tower Challenge, and the Jurassic World by Brickman® exhibit. Perfect for kids of all ages looking for a fun STEM adventure.
🏒 Strathcona County SportZone | March 27–29
📍 Millennium Place, Sherwood Park & Ardrossan Recreation Complex, Ardrossan
Play mini stick hockey, sports games, inflatable mazes, and bouncers. Admission included with your regular rec centre admission. Family-friendly fun for all ages.
🥣 All-You-Can-Eat-Cereal Cartoon Party | March 28
📍 Garneau Theatre, Edmonton
Head to Metro Cinema for retro cartoons from the 1940s–1990s while munching on colourful sugary cereals included with admission. Nostalgia and fun for all!
🌺 Smitty’s & A Charmed Affair Character Dining | March 28
📍 Smitty’s Manning Crossing, Edmonton
Meet Hula Girl & Blue Alien while enjoying a delicious meal with the family. Interactive dining experience for kids and adults alike.
🏴☠️ Petey Paan’s Pirate Adventure from Jubilations Junior | March 28
📍 Jubilations Dinner Theatre, Edmonton
Join Petey Paan on a musical pirate adventure packed with energy, laughs, and toe-tapping tunes. Perfect for young theatre lovers and families.
🎨 Get Creative With Adorable Animals at Color Cafe | March 28–29
📍 Color Cafe, West Edmonton Mall
Paint pottery alongside baby goats or mini Highland cows! Fun, hands-on workshop for kids and adults alike. Registration required.
🐾 PAW Patrol Live! : A Mighty Adventure | March 28–29
📍 Edmonton EXPO Centre, Edmonton
Ryder and the Mighty Pups are back! Teamwork, superpowers, and fun songs make this interactive show a must-see for PAW Patrol fans.
🎶 ESO for Kids Concert: “Because” | March 29
📍 Winspear Centre, Edmonton
Enjoy a delightful production based on Mo Willems’ award-winning book, featuring Jessie Montgomery’s original music. Designed for children aged 4–12.
⛸️ Paint & Skate at Ardrossan Recreation Complex | March 29 | FREE
📍 Ardrossan Recreation Complex, Ardrossan
Get creative on ice! Family-friendly event with ice painting, recreational skating, and complimentary hot chocolate. FREE and fun for all ages.
🍕 Meet & Greet with Gene Principe at Pizza 73 | March 29 | FREE
📍 Pizza 73, Spruce Grove
Meet local legend Gene Principe in hockey gear! First 50 guests receive a free personal pizza. Photo ops and prizes included.
⭐ Shutout Hunger with Capital Power and the Oilers | March 28
📍 ICE District Plaza, Edmonton
Support the Edmonton Food Bank at this charity event. Donate food or cash and get a chance to win tickets to an Edmonton Oilers game and a VIP Rogers Place tour.
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