Child Friendly Edmonton is looking to make the downtown core more playful by making it a fun and safe place to be for children and their families. The pilot project will provide quality experiences, features and events for children and families in and around downtown.
When we lived downtown with young children, we would have found this a fantastic resource. Sure, there are the kids zones at the festivals, but getting out and meeting other parents also living downtown would have been an incredible experience. The truth is, there are many places to play downtown – and we’re excited that those experiences are being highlighted with the programs like these.
What is Playful Downtown Edmonton?
- Initiating spontaneous play animation and programming
- Creating a strong visual presence and infrastructure using sidewalk markings, signage, art and colour
- Promoting existing child friendly features and events
- Helping organizations and outdoor spaces to be more child friendly
Play animators will be available at each event to facilitate experiences for children of all ages that will include healthy, creative, self-directed play that promotes physical activity. Events are free, and take place between noon and three, on each of the dates.
Playful Downtown Pilot Project Dates
Date: Saturday August 20
Location: 104 Street Market (Michael Phair Park)
Date: Saturday August 27
Location: City Hall Plaza (with Women in Business Tradeshow)
Date: Saturday September 10
Location: City Hall Plaza (with Mid Autumn Lantern Festival)
Date: Saturday October 15
Location: Churchill Square
Parents can encourage children to play, and must remain on the space to supervise their children (or get involved in the play themselves). It’s a great way to get out, meet some neighbours and experience one of the first initiatives of child friendly downtown.
Learn more at www.edmonton.ca