Looking for the best weekend events in Edmonton? From festivals and free family-friendly activities to bouncy castles and petting zoos, we’ve rounded up the top things to do in Edmonton with kids this weekend.
Want more ideas? With many ongoing festivals in our city right now, be sure to check out our ULTIMATE Year-Round Guide to Festivals in Edmonton, and our full Events Calendar to discover even MORE fun ways to keep the kids entertained this weekend.
What to Do in Edmonton with Kids This Weekend?
July 24-26, 2026
Carnival Day | July 24
📍Alexandra Outdoor Pool, Leduc
Bring the whole family for carnival games, exciting activities, and a festive day of summer fun!
NASCAR Napa 300 | July 24 & 25
📍Edmonton International Raceway
Feel the thrill of NASCAR action at Edmonton International Raceway’s NAPA 300 Series, featuring top Canadian drivers, meet-and-greets, fast-paced races, family-friendly events, and a full weekend of high-speed excitement.
Mâmawihitowin Summer Gathering | July 25 | FREE
📍Heritage Park, Stony Plain
Celebrate Métis culture at the annual Mâmawihitowin Summer Gathering, featuring live music, jigging, horse and wagon rides, Indigenous vendors, free bannock, arts and crafts, a kids’ zone, and more!
Summer in the City! | July 25 | FREE
📍Various locations, Leduc
Spend the day celebrating Summer in the City with free family activities, a petting zoo, foam party, BBQ, boat rentals, food trucks, farmers market, Grain Elevator tours, an exciting moto-trials show and more at parks and venues across the city!
Teddy Bear Picnic | July 25
📍Currents of Windermere, Edmonton
Bring your favourite teddy bear to the Teddy Bear Picnic for a fun-filled afternoon of storytime, crafts, teddy bear checkups, lawn games, photo ops, lunch, complimentary ice cream, and family-friendly activities perfect for little ones and their grown-ups.
Butter & Biscuits at Rutherford House | July 25 & 26
📍Rutherford House, Edmonton
Learn the art of traditional baking by making homemade biscuits and old-fashioned butter, then tour the historic house and its beautifully landscaped grounds. This experience is included with regular admission, and thanks to the Canada Strong Pass, children 17 and under receive FREE admission!
Sherwood Park Highland Gathering | July 25 & 26
📍Broadmoor Lake Park, Sherwood Park
Experience two days of Scottish and Celtic fun at the Sherwood Park Highland Gathering with Highland dancing, piping, heavy games, Highland cows, sheepdog demos, a Kids’ Zone, and more. Kids 12 and under get in FREE.
Riverhawks Fan Appreciation Day + Bouncy Castle Day | July 26
📍RE/MAX Field, Edmonton
Celebrate Riverhawks Fan Appreciation Day with prize giveaways, Frisbee Rob and Sailor, Barking Bleachers, and post-game inflatable fun featuring a giant obstacle course and massive slide for the whole family.
Laurel Community Petting Zoo | July 26 | FREE
📍Mabuhay Park, Edmonton
Bring the whole family to the Laurel Community Petting Zoo to meet adorable animals, bounce around on inflatables, enjoy face painting, and take part in plenty of fun games and family-friendly activities!
Road Trip Suggestion: Fête au Village | July 24 & 25
📍Various locations, Town of Legal
Experience two days of family fun and small-town charm at Fête au Village, featuring live music, a petting zoo, pony and train rides, a market, food trucks, fireworks, a fishing derby, escape rooms, and so much more. The Friday night Family Night is FREE!
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