The start of summer and fun activities around the city in Edmonton can be expensive – but it doesn’t have to be. Staying up to date on the free (and fun) family-friendly activities in Edmonton can ensure that you’re ready for a season full of entertainment, without breaking the bank.
Here’s what to do in May with kids in Edmonton (for FREE)
Stop by a Local Playground Green Shack Program
When: All month
Join in on games, sports, crafts, music, drama and special events. A complete list of activities and special events are posted on the side of Green Shacks each week. If there is a game or activity that peaks your child’s interest that you would like to have included in programming, just ask the Program Leader.
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Check out a Fire Station Open House
When: May 4, 2019
Community residents will have the opportunity to meet the firefighters and fire prevention officers in their community, check out the fire trucks and learn important fire safety information in order to ensure their families are fire safe.
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Make a 3D Family Portrait
When: May 4
Buy the wood base, and the supplies to decorate it will be provided. This is an inexpensive way for the family to craft together, at the drop-in fun in your local Michaels store.
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Free Family Art Night
When: May 2, 2019
Classes are drop-in and free thanks to generous donations. The program is designed for families of all artistic levels to nurture personal connections in the local community through artistic exploration and expression.
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Make a LEGO Avengers MiniSet & Take it Home
When: May 4, 2019
Join us in-store to recreate thrilling scenes from the Captain Marvel movie with your own mini LEGO® Captain Marvel Ship!
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Springfree Trampoline Pop up Shop and Party
When: May 4, 2019
Join us for our Grand Opening Party for free family fun and for a chance to win a Springfree Trampoline!
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Build a Blooming Mother’s Day Frame at Home Depot
When: May 11, 2019
If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the family, we’ve got a great workshop for kids that will teach them about building. Kids can learn how to build their very own blooming art picture frame for Mother’s Day.
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Get Ready in the Park
When: May 11, 2019
Learn how emergency responders train and prepare year-round to help Edmontonians during a crisis. The Office of Emergency Management will be joined by more than 60 groups from Edmonton’s emergency response community that will be showcasing emergency vehicles and equipment.
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Family Hike & Bonfire at Chickakoo Lake
When: May 10, 2019
Join us at Chickakoo Lake for a family-friendly hike and bonfire. We’ll go for a guided walk through the forests before ending with smores around the fire. There may even be a scavenger hunt for the little ones!
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An Ooie Gooie Playdate
When: May 11, 2019
Join for an afternoon of messy play and sensory exploration. This program gets messy so come prepared to have fun and leave the mess with us! You will go home with a sample of our creations and the recipe so that you can recreate the experience again at home.
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Turn into Detective Pikachu at Toys R Us
When: May 18, 2019
Just like Detective Pikachu chasing clues through the streets, participants can search the store for hidden clues to solve a mystery and receive FREE Psyduck and Bulbasaur promo cards!
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Free Drop in Bike Safety Program
When: May 4, 11, 25
Enjoy the cycling season with basic safety skills for participants on 2 or 4 wheels. Come join us at one of our beautiful recreation facilities to learn about the parts of your bike, road and trail rules, cycling etiquette, and to participate in some riding drills. This program is targeted for children aged 6-12 years, but all children accompanied by an adult are welcome to attend. Families are encouraged to interact and participate together!
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McConachie Block Party
When: May 26, 2019
Step right up and play some carnival games, get your face painted, receive an animal balloon, throw some pies at a local celebrity, enjoy some local entertainment, do some shopping in our market, and have some carnival food!
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Get Free Admission to the Alberta Aviation Museum
When: May 30, 2019
The Alberta Aviation Museum is happy to announce another exciting year of Free Access Nights! Servus Credit Union has partnered with the museum to present FREE family access nights from 5 to 8pm on the last Thursday of every month.
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Drop in for Family Pizza & Lego Night
When: May 30, 2019
Looking for a fun night out with the family? Come join us for a family pizza and lego night, we’ll provide the pizza and lots of lego to build with. Come with your creative ideas and be ready to build and construct your family lego creations.
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Thursdays to be Discovered at the Legislature: The Incredibles 2
When: May 30, 2019
When Elastigirl gets recruited for a high-profile crime-fighting mission, Mr. Incredible takes on his toughest assignment ever, full-time parenting. Films are shown in the Pehonan Theatre. Popcorn and juice will be available, and you are welcome to bring your favourite movie snacks. Please register through Eventbrite. Note: This film will be projected on a single flat screen, not in the round. This event is part of Thursdays To Be Discovered in the Legislative Assembly Visitor Centre
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Catch the First Free Outdoor movie of the Year: Inside Out
When: May 31, 2019
Please join us for a FREE showing of INSIDE OUT under the stars on May 31, 2019 at Heartland Alliance Church. FREE outdoor activities begin at 7:00 PM and the movie will begin around 9:00 PM when it gets dark.
BBQ, Cotton Candy and Popcorn will be available for purchase. There will also be FREE parking available. Please bring your own lawn chairs and blankets.
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Explore Clifford E. Lee Nature Sanctuary
Exploring Edmonton with kids should take you outside of your comfort zone, outside of the boundaries of the city and literally, outside. At the Clifford E. Lee Nature Sanctuary, the child-friendly walk will do just that, getting you outside to explore four, short, boardwalk paths that will lead you on an interactive path of trails through the natural preserve.
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The first month of warm weather doesn’t have to break the bank. Make sure you stay tuned to Raising Edmonton, where we’ll be sharing free things to do with the kids all summer long in Edmonton!