Edmonton is known as Festival City, and it truly shows why in our Summer months! From music to food to culture, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Check out our list of family-friendly festivals for Summer, 2025 – you won’t want to miss these!
International Children’s Festival
A fun-filled 4-day event with live shows like acrobatics and storytelling, cool hands-on activities like break dancing, art, free outdoor fun, roving performers, and a special area just for toddlers.
When: May 29 to June 1, 2025
Where: Downtown St. Albert
U-Fest – Edmonton Ukrainian Festival
Families can have a blast with fun activities like a petting zoo, mini train rides, crafts, games, and fire truck tours – all celebrating Ukrainian culture and offering something for everyone to enjoy.
When: May 30 & 31, 2025
Where: Borden Park
The Heart of the City Music and Arts Festival
Come down to Edmonton’s Little Italy to join the fun for this annual festival – families can enjoy a vibrant mix of live music, art, interactive workshops, cultural performances and more
When: May 31 to June 1, 2025
Where: Giovanni Caboto Park, Edmonton’s Little Italy
The Works Art & Design Festival
Check out fun and unique art displays, take part in workshops like group weaving and inkblot painting, enjoy music and more activities for people of all ages.
When: June 21 to July 1, 2025
Where: Downtown Edmonton, various locations
Edmonton International Street Performers Festival
It’s a week of a fun-packed blend of magic, music, juggling, and acrobatics, jump into hands-on workshops like juggling and aerial arts, enjoy interactive performances, and explore a special Kids’ World filled with activities and shows just for kids.
When: July 4 to 13, 2025
Where: Sir Winston Churchill Square, Downtown Edmonton
Taste of Edmonton
Dig into tasty dishes and desserts from around the world, catch live music and fun shows, and check out cool local crafts – all in a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere.
When: July 17 to 27, 2025
Where: Sir Winston Churchill Square, Downtown Edmonton
K-Days
Families and kids can experience an exciting mix of thrilling rides for all ages, hands-on exhibits, live shows, both indoor and outdoor entertainment, and of course – tasty fair treats at K-Days 2025.
When: July 18 to 27, 2025
Where: Edmonton Expo Centre grounds
Edmonton Heritage Festival
Discover colorful cultural pavilions, experience lively music and dance shows, join hands-on workshops, and savor a wide variety of delicious global foods.
When: August 2 to 4, 2025
Where: Borden Park
Cariwest Caribbean Arts Festival
Experience a vibrant parade with colorful costumes and Caribbean rhythms, engage in fun activities at the Kids Korner, indulge in flavourful Caribbean dishes, and enjoy lively performances in the Caribbean Village.
When: August 8 to 10, 2025
Where: Sir Winston Churchill Square, Downtown Edmonton
Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
Families can dive into the creative world of KidsFringe, enjoying interactive shows, hands-on workshops, find sensory-friendly areas, and a range of free activities at this all-day, week-long festival
When: August 14 to 24, 2025
Where: Edmonton’s Old Strathcona neighbourhood
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