Looking for something to do with the kids this Winter in & around Edmonton? We’ve got you covered with this Ultimate list of family friendly indoor and outdoor activities.
Edmonton Ice Castles
After many years of a break, the Ice Castles have come back to the Ice District Fan Park in Edmonton!
When: Open from December 27, 2025 – find times and dates on Ice District website
Outdoor Skating
Grab your skates & helmets and head down to one of the many free skating rinks in the City of Edmonton. Find the locations closest to you on the City of Edmonton website below.
When:Â Open daily, weather permitting
Go tobogganing or tubing
Hit up one of the city’s many toboganning/sledding hills for some free family fun. Check out a list of great hills to try out and a map so you can find those closest to you (or your friends!) on the City’s website
When:Â Anytime, weather permitting
Play Rangers
This free staff-led play program runs at various locations across Edmonton every Saturday. Check out the times, planned activities and locations on the City’s website below.
When:Â Saturday mornings all Winter long
Enjoy the World Waterpark at HALF PRICE
Grab tickets for the private event on Friday Jan 9 – regular admission to the waterpark is now $67.50 per person, but you can get tickets for about half that price to this event! Limited tickets are available to keep capacity as low as possible – so get yours sooner than later, using the link below.
When: Friday, January 9 starting at 5:30 pm
Where:Â World Waterpark, West Edmonton Mall
Events & Play at the Edmonton Public Library
So much more than books! Drop by your local Edmonton Public Library for pre-scheduled programs, free play, games, and even a huge interactive play screen at the downtown location.
When:Â Daily, see each location for open hours
Where:Â Multiple locations across Edmonton
Visit an indoor playground
Indoor playgrounds are a great place to let out energy, especially on days that are too cold to play outside! Be sure to check opening hours and admission cost before heading down – look for weekday deals and multiple child discounts.
Check out the Ultimate List of Indoor Playgrounds here
See a Movie
Check out a family friendly movie with the kids at Cineplex or Landmark theatres. Watch for weekday deals at both theatres and Sunday Kids deals at Landmark.