An exciting weekend is waiting for families of all ages! From festivals and outdoor adventures to free family activities and local markets, here’s our roundup of events happening in Edmonton and surrounding areas this weekend. Plan ahead and enjoy the fun!
🎉 Festivals & Special Events
🎭 International Children’s Festival of the Arts
A family-favourite festival in St. Albert featuring live performances, interactive art, music, storytelling, crafts, roaming entertainers, and hands-on activities for kids.
📅 Date: May 29 – June 1, 2026
📍 Location: St. Albert Place Promenade – 5 St. Anne Street, St. Albert, AB
💲 Cost: Ticketed, with some free activities available
For more details: International Children’s Festival of Arts
🇺🇦 UFest Edmonton Ukrainian Festival
A FREE two-day cultural festival featuring Ukrainian dance performances, live music, food vendors, kids’ activities, and art displays. One of the biggest highlights happening this weekend in Edmonton.
📅 Date: May 29 – 30, 2026
📍 Location: 7507 Borden Park Road NW, Edmonton
💲 Cost: Free
For more details: UFest Edmonton
⚾ Edmonton Riverhawks Home Opener
Enjoy a fun baseball atmosphere with family entertainment, mascots, and stadium snacks — great for kids and sports fans of all ages.
📅 Date: May 29, 2026
📍 Location: RE/MAX Field – 10233 96 Avenue NW, Edmonton
💲 Cost: Ticketed
For more details: Edmonton Riverhawks
🤠 Black Gold Rodeo
A family-friendly event in Leduc featuring professional rodeo performances, a midway, car show, trade fair, parade, live music, family fun fair, and more.
📅 Date: May 28 – 31, 2026
📍 Location: 3719 48 Avenue, Leduc, AB T9E 6L9
💲 Cost: Ticketed, with some free activities available
For more details: Black Gold Rodeo
🧑🚒 Free Kids & Family Activities
🚒 FREE Edmonton Fire Station Open House – Mill Creek
Meet firefighters, explore real fire trucks, and learn about fire safety.
📅 Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
📍 Location: 8105 96 Street NW, Edmonton
💲 Cost: Free
For more details: Edmonton Fire Station Open House
🧭 City of Edmonton Play Rangers: GPS, Geocaching & Orienteering
A hands-on outdoor activity where kids can use GPS devices and learn map and navigation skills.
📅 Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Daycamp Fire Circle – Whitemud Park
👧 Best For: Ages 6 – 12
💲 Cost: Free
For more details: Edmonton Play Rangers
🏊 Beach Bash – ACT Aquatic & Recreation Centre
This free family-friendly Beach Bash organized by the City of Edmonton features public swimming, facility tours, Zumba sessions, giveaways, refreshments, and more.
📅 Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
💲 Cost: Free
For more details: ACT Aquatic & Recreation Centre
🎨 ASA Summer Art Cart
This Saturday’s activity features painting colourful posters with positive messages that will bring joy to the community.
📅 Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
📍 Location: Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton
💲 Cost: Free
For more details: Summer Art Cart
🌳 Grand Re-opening of William Hawrelak Park
After three years of rehabilitation with a $134.5 million investment, William Hawrelak Park is reopening with wide-open meadows, picnic spaces, nature exploration activities, performances, food vendors, giveaways, and more.
📅 Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
📍 Location: William Hawrelak Park – 9330 Groat Road, Edmonton
💲 Cost: Free
For more details: William Hawrelak Park
🦬 Outdoor Adventures
FREE Bison Backstage Guided Hike – Elk Island National Park
An educational behind-the-scenes bison conservation tour for all ages. While the tour itself is free, standard park admission fees may apply.
📅 Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
📍 Location: Heritage Barn near the Wahkotowin Visitor Information Centre
💲 Cost: Free (park admission may apply)
⚠️ Registration may be required.
For more details: Bison Backstage Guided Hike
🌲 Opening of Snow Valley Aerial Park Tower
Snow Valley Aerial Park is opening its new climbing tower this weekend. The attraction can be completed in up to two hours and is perfect for adventure lovers looking for a fun challenge.
📅 Date: May 29, 2026
📍 Location: 13204 Rainbow Valley Road NW, Edmonton
💲 Cost: Ticketed
For more details: Snow Valley Aerial Park Tower
🛍️ Markets to Visit
Downtown Farmers Market
Perfect for strolling, local shopping, snacks, handmade goods, and supporting local vendors.
📅 Date: Saturday
⏰ Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 Location: 104 Street NW, Edmonton
Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market
An indoor market featuring fresh produce, baked goods, artisan vendors, and local products — perfect even if the weather changes.
📅 Date: Saturday
⏰ Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Whyte Avenue, Edmonton
Agora Market
A vibrant community market featuring local makers, artisan goods, handmade products, and unique small businesses.
📅 Date: May 30 – 31, 2026
📍 Location: 10906 105 Avenue NW, Edmonton
For more details and updates: Agora Market
✨ We hope this guide helps you plan a fun-filled weekend with your family and loved ones around Edmonton and surrounding areas!
Whether you’re exploring festivals, outdoor adventures, markets, or free community events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this weekend.
Did we miss an event? Feel free to message us or tag us on social media so we can share more family-friendly happenings with the community!
Have a wonderful and safe weekend everyone ✨