What to do This Weekend in Edmonton (with Kids) June 17-19

Food trucks are the theme of this weekend, and top our list of ideas of how to spend the weekend with the kids in Edmonton. You’re going to want to head out to St. Albert to check out the grain elevator, take part in the family fun – and of course, eat from the food trucks. Wondering what to do this weekend with kids in Edmonton?

Highlandia Festival | Henry Martell Park
Musical performers, family activities, haggis burgers, savoury treats and a dance party to end the night – those are some of the fun things that you’ll find at the Highlandia festival in Edmonton.
When: Saturday, 2-11

The Food Trucks are Coming | St. Albert Grain Elevator
They’re back! The food trucks return to the St Albert Grain Elevator Park to serve up delicious food! Visit the idyllic park setting, bring a blanket or lawn chairs, and enjoy the region’s best food trucks.
When: Sunday, 1-5

Miller Crossing Farmer’s Market | 14339 50 St. NW
We’re in the height of Farmer’s Market season and you’re going to want to stop by Miller Crossing Farmer’s Market to check out a couple of our favourite picks for kid-friendly food trucks in Edmonton. Plus, this year, there are kid vendors there – gaining valuable experience in business.
When: Sunday, 10 – 3

Watch Jurassic Park Outdoors | Terwillegar Park
This week’s Terwillegar Twilight movie is Jurassic Park. If you’re in the Terwillegar neighbourhood, come on out and enjoy the movie.
When: Saturday, 10 pm

Ardrossan Old Fashioned Parade & Picnic | Ardrossan
Come out to Ardrossan and enjoy an old fashioned parade and picnic. You’re going to want to bring the kids to this one – it’s unique! The event starts with a pancake breakfast at the Firehall, parade, picnic and family fun through the afternoon.
When: ,  Saturday, 7 am to 4 pm

Ivivvafest | South Terwillegar Park
Come out to an epic summer festival. Expect to be swept away into a world of yoga, dance, music and inspiration.
When: Saturday, 2-4

Toys R Us Playday | Toys R Us Stores
Join Toys R Us for a free playday, where you can make a caterpillar or butterfly to take home with you, have fun with in store demonstrations and more. Stop by your local store to take part in the fun.
When: Saturday, 11-1

Village at Griesbach Block Party | Griesbach Community
Tour show homes, take part in the free family BBQ and watermelon, take photos by the giant ‘LOVE’ letters, play games, get the kids face painted and come have fun, in Griesbach.
When: Saturday and Sunday, noon to 4:30