Things to do in Edmonton This Weekend with Kids | Feb 8 – Feb 10

Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend with Kids

Friday

Silver Skate Festival 
Rediscover the joy of winter at the Silver Skate Festival, an annual spectacle of sport, art, and recreation in Alberta’s capital city. Glide across the city’s largest skating pond at Hawrelak Park. Marvel at snow sculptures created by talented artists. Root for the athletes in the Edmonton Winter Triathalon (or compete yourself). Delight in your children as they take their first steps in snowshoes. This February, bring your family to Hawrelak Park and rediscover your love for all things winter.
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Saturday

Fire Sculpture at Silver Skate
Throughout each day of each weekend, a team of fire artists will be building a sculpture to be burned at 7:45pm later that evening. Each day features a different team of artists and each day presents a different interpretation of the story, “The Land of the Golden Apples.” In the story, the fire represents renewal and the release of thoughts that make us sad or any fear or regret that chases love from our hearts. The public is invited to write down any of the aforementioned thoughts in the Storytelling Tent to be offered to the fire sculpture.
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Dovercourt Winter Carnival
Lion Dance Kick off! Prepare for Family Milk Jug Curling, winter activities, crafts, bannock & stew, snacks and refreshments, horse & sleigh rides, indoor & outdoor activities and more! The entire event is free to attend. Come play outside!
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Drop in Learn to Skate
Learn the skills to become active on the ice. Our program is designed around basic skills, movement,participation and fun! You can expect skills for speed, agility and control. All of which will give you the skills for other types of skating
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Family Art Studio at Art Gallery of Alberta
For students aged 3-5 with a parent. Each Saturday, drop in to make art while sharing a special moment together in the studio. Through play and creative experiments, create collaborative masterpieces and memories that last for years to come. Each week, we’ll explore a new theme or art material.
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Skate with the Oil Kings
Hockey fans! Don’t miss your chance to skate with the Edmonton Oil Kings, Saturday, February 9th from 2 to 5 pm in the community of Chappelle Gardens. Skate alongside some of your favorite players and meet the mascot Louie. Get some pictures and autographs, PLUS enter for a chance to win an autographed hockey stick and 4 tickets to watch the Oil Kings play. Warm up with some coffee and hot chocolate from Caffiend and enjoy some delicious sweet treats from Yeg Cakes & Bakes
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Inflatables in the Lap Pool
Grab your swimsuit and head to Millennium Place for the inflatables in the lap pool between 1-6. General admission gets you all you can climb on this fun inflatable. Parents must accompany children under eight.
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LEGO Make and Take at Toys R Us
Visit your local Toys R Us store for a Make and Take of Emmet’s house and rocket ship. It’s completely free, and recommended for kids ages 4 and up. Max. 200 builds per store, while they last!
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Free Family Movie Matinee
Join us for a relaxing and fun movie experience. Intermission at the middle of the movie with a full concession offering hotdogs, popcorn, cotton candy, and more. Sleeping bag drive-in theme. Bring blankets and pillows to sit on. Seating set up at the back of the hall.
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Home Depot Kids Workshop
FREE Hands-on Workshops designed for children ages 5 – 12. Held on the 2nd Saturday of each month at all The Home Depot stores. Each child can bring home a newly constructed project, an achievement pin and certificate
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Sunday

Fire Sculpture at Silver Skate
Throughout each day of each weekend, a team of fire artists will be building a sculpture to be burned at 7:45pm later that evening. Each day features a different team of artists and each day presents a different interpretation of the story, “The Land of the Golden Apples.” In the story, the fire represents renewal and the release of thoughts that make us sad or any fear or regret that chases love from our hearts. The public is invited to write down any of the aforementioned thoughts in the Storytelling Tent to be offered to the fire sculpture.
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See: Rebecca and the Bad Wizard
Rebecca and the Bad Wizard tells the story of how Rebecca saves Nice Town from the bad wizard. This children’s opera uses famous tunes from some of the great operas, including Carmen, Faust, La Traviata, Tales of Hoffman and more! This performance showcases present and past students of the Conservatory and is directed by Ron Long. The students include Ruth Wong-Miller, Josh Thayer, Nicole English and Michael Long. Music direction and piano provided by Spencer Kryzanowski. All proceeds will go to student scholarships.
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Swing & Skate at City Hall
Jump and jive in City Hall! Enjoy free live music and dance lessons with Sugar Swing. All ages are welcome. No experience is required. Drop in any time. Wear comfortable clothing that you can move around in.
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