13 Fun, Kid-Friendly Halloween Activities and Events in Edmonton

Trick or treating is one of those staple Halloween activities, but there are many other ways to celebrate Halloween with kids events in Edmonton. With kids Halloween parties, kids halloween haunted houses and much more, Edmonton is filled with spooky activities for kids.

Bootanical Bash

Join us for a spooky good time at our annual family friendly Halloween party! Try your hand at making a creepy craft, get your face painted to look like a ghoulish ghost and enjoy many other activities that will happily scare the whole family! Be sure to drop by our ZimSculpt feature pyramid for one final look!
When: October 25
Where: Muttart Conservatory
Cost: regular admission
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Bonnie Doon Halloween Howls

If you’re looking for an indoor event, Bonnie Doon Center has activities like photo booths, tattoos, indoor trick or treating, magicians, crafts and more. These events are always packed so be prepared for lines for the activities inside the mall.
When: October 31, 2-5
Where: Bonnie Doon Shopping Center
Cost: free
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School of Witchcraft and Wizardry 

Come join Let’s Talk Science at the University of Alberta on October 24th, 2015 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to witness magic unfold in the form of science! From magical plants to explosive demonstrations, see how magic can be achieved with a little help from science. The day will host a series of magic-themed hands-on science activities for children ages 7 – 12 and their families.
When: October 24, 10 am – 4 pm
Where: Katz Building
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Howling Bonfire at John Janzen Nature Centre 

Join us in your best costume for our FREE Halloween Howl Bonfire. Go on a haunted scavenger hunt, tell spooky stories, and play ghostly games. Make sure to come dressed up and bring a chair and reusable mug for some hair-raising hot chocolate. All activities will be appropriate for a family audience of ages 2 and above.
When: October 29, 6:30 -8
Where: John Janzen Nature Center
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Kids Haunted House 

The haunted house is suitable for ages 3+. Fun, a bit spooky but not scary for smaller children. Come in costume and enter your name to win prizes. Proceeds from admission will go towards the Gallery at 501 Art Education Programs.
When: October 30 + 31
Where: Gallery 501 Sherwood Park
Cost: $2
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The Mini Monster Bash 

Crafts and activities are typically designed for children eight years of age and under, but older children are also welcome. Children will also receive a special glow-in-the-dark bag they can use when they go trick-or-treating, but limited quantities are available, so first come, first served. Children are invited to dress in their mini monster best! Please dress for the weather in case of lineups outside the Pavilion.
When: October 31st, 10 am – 2 pm
Where: The Heritage Park Pavilion, located at 5100-41 Ave (Stony Plain)
Cost: free (bring a donation for the food bank)
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Carve Pumpkins at Marketplace in Callingwood

Take part in the Kid Zone on October 21 at the Callingwood Market and come and carve a free pumpkin. Kids can take part in Halloween themed activities, for free. Make sure to dress up in your Halloween costume.
When: October 21, 12: 30
Where: Callingwood Professional Centre (6650-177 Street)
Cost: free
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Halloween Party + Movie 

Join us for a fun family Halloween Party and movie on Saturday, October 24. Come dressed in your spookiest costume. The party (crafts and games) will take place from 4:00-6:00pm and the movie starts at 6:00pm (bring your favorite blanket and pillow). The event is free but a paid concession will be available.
When: October 24, 4-9
Where: McLoed Community Hall
How much: free
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Halloween Haunt – St Albert 

Join us for a spooktacular family event! Halloween Haunt presented by Kingsway Toyota Featuring: – A Dark Night Haunted House – Laser Tag – Bubble Football – Just Dance Zone – An Inflatable Haunted House for Younger Children – Giant Inflatable’s – Mini Wonderland – Paradise Pet’s Creepy Crawly Petting Zoo – Ghoulish Games – Creepy Crafts and more.
When: October 23, 5:30 – 8:30
Where: Servus Place, St. Albert
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Halloween Kids Drive In

Hands on science experiments, crafts, an Extinct Animal Graveyard, and a Witches’ Den will make Boo at the Zoo one of your Halloween traditions!
When: October 30, 5 – 10
Where: Newton Community League
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Family Friendly Spooktacular 

Experience magic and mystics at this annual Edmonton Halloween event for kids. Treat stops, spooky maze and events for kids and families with various packages available, including a package with a movie screening of ‘Monster House’ just in time for Halloween.
When: October 23 and 24, 6 pm to 10 pm
Where: Fort Edmonton Park
How much: various admission packages (starts at $22)

Spooky Saturday at the Museum

What’s lurking around the corners? Follow the clues around the museum and discover where the ghost of the museum is hiding. There are spooky activities, ghoulish crafts for younger children and fun family-friendly activities.
When: October 24, 6-9
Where: Strathcona County Museum, 913 Ash Street, Sherwood Park
How much: $5/person (ages 4 and under are free)
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Mill Woods Town Centre Halloween

Stop in for Halloween treats and crafts before you head out for a ghoulish night of trick or treating. Make sure you wear your costume and spend some time taking part in our spooky crafts and themed activities.
When: October 31, 1:30 to 4:30
Where: Mill Woods Town Centre
How much: free
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What are some of your favorite local ways to spend Halloween? Since it’s on a weekend this year in Edmonton, it’s even easier to hold a Halloween party at-home – something that we’re going to do before we check out the fun activities.