Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend with Kids | Nov 16-18

Things to do in Edmonton with Kids this Weekend

Strathcona County Celebration of Lights
On Saturday, November 17, Festival Place will be transformed into a winter wonderland with FREE family activities at the Celebration of Lights. This event is Strathcona County’s kickoff to the holiday season. The festivities take place from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. and include an opportunity for a picture with Santa and Mrs. Claus. This year’s activities include wagon rides, Santa’s reindeer, bookmobile, hot chocolate, holiday crafts and more. Dress for the weather as activities are outdoors.
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Santa Arrives at West Edmonton Mall 
Join us for a fun filled day as we welcome Santa Claus to West Edmonton Mall’s North Pole Place, his home away from home during the holiday season! Enjoy a day of exciting holiday activities like cookie decorating, petting zoo, hot chocolate stand, letters to Santa, colouring station and much more!
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Michaels Kids Club | Make a Penguin Craft
Let your kids explore their creativity while you shop! Choose from two projects designed specifically for your little maker’s age range. $2, ages 3-8 or $5, ages 6+, supplies are included. Sessions starting every half hour from 10am – 11:30 am. See a store associate to join the fun! Sign up in store or just drop in. Parents must remain on premises during the event.
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Green Christmas at Martin Deerline
Join Martin Deerline for a free family Christmas event! Have your picture taken with Santa on a John Deere tractor, build Christmas crafts, enjoy Christmas treats and save 10% on all John Deere toys and clothing! Pictures with Santa by donation to either Santa’s Anonymous or the local Food Bank.
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Kids Cooking Class: Gifts from the Kitchen
Young chefs will learn how to make and package holiday gifts that friends and family will be thrilled to receive — delicious candy cane popcorn and Christmas cookie bars as well as cute pretzel reindeers, all made with real ingredients and a generous dash of love.
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Family Karaoke Day 
Bring the whole family out to enjoy some great songs. Have a birthday party? You can book that here too so everyone can have fun. Plus, there’s usually great prizes to giveaway and just a general good time to be had for all.
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Kids Gingerbread Workshop
Join us for a fun filled day of designing and building your own gingerbread house, while enjoying refreshments, live music and the company of your neighbours. 1-4 pm at Avonmore School. Cost: $25 per kit. To register, email grants @avonmore.org or through.
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Winter Greenshack
Crafts, games, outdoor cooking & more! Targeted for children ages 6-12 but all children accompanied by an adult are welcome to attend. Monday 3:30 – 6:00, Wednesday 3:30 – 6:00 and Saturday 1:00 – 5:00
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Makebreak: Make a Wreath
Learn how to use floral bushes, stems and picks, along with ribbon and your own special touches, to make a gorgeous wreath. Supplies are not included and may cost up to $47.
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