Things to do in Edmonton this Weekend with Kids | December 7-9

Things to do in Edmonton this weekend with Kids

Holly Jolly Christmas at Muttart
Come down to the Muttart to celebrate the festive season! Our Holly Jolly Christmas party will be filled with all sorts of fun and amazing activities! Listen to some carolers, plant a Christmas Cactus, and take in our Feature Show: Santa’s Workshop. This family friendly event is sure to be a delight to all who attend! General Admission to attend.
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See the Zoo Lit up for Christmas
Edmonton, the most northern city in North America with a population of over one million, is a world-renowned winter metropolis with the proud title of Festival City. This December, Zoominescence, hosted by the Valley Zoo Development Society, will stage a spectacular exhibition of artistic light installations within the unique setting of the Edmonton Valley Zoo. The festival’s vision is to celebrate light, artistry, imagination and the strong spirit of our community in the winter. Join us for an evening of light, animals, skating, hot chocolate and fun for the whole family! Running every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, plus the 26th & 27th! Tickets are under $10!
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Out of this World Open House at Kepler Academy 
Kepler Academy’s downtown childcare centre at Sun Life Place is proud to be celebrating two months in operation! We offer an innovative early learning approach in the heart of downtown Edmonton, for children 16 weeks through 6 years old. Join us for an Out-of-this-World Open House on Saturday, December 8 from 10am – 1pm at 10123 99 Street. We’ll be serving veggie chili, apple crisp, hot chocolate, tea and coffee, have incredible activities that are space and galaxy themed, and have the author of “You’ll Do Big Things”, Heather Dube, join us for a very special book reading. Please RSVP for all adults and children attending.
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Christmas Glow Edmonton 
Bring together the people you love to stroll, laugh and play under the twinkle of half a million lights. Our playgrounds and interactive features will entertain the kids for hours, while Glow’s illuminated sculptures are the perfect backdrop for selfies and holiday family photos.
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The Massive Toy Warehouse Sale
We’re Canada’s largest toy wholesaler, with a 65,000 sq. ft. warehouse and $2 million in inventory! We offer below wholesale pricing and carry popular brand name toys that kids and parents love.
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Catch a $2.99 Screening of the Polar Express
Our $2.99 family favourite movies continue every Saturday at 11:00 a.m. It’s a fun and affordable way to enjoy time with your family and friends! A portion of the proceeds goes towards supporting WE Charity. Bright and early, the show starts at 11 am at your local Cineplex location.
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The CP Holiday Train
The CP Holiday Train will be making a stop in Leduc to kick off the holiday season on Dec. 9, 2018. Join us for all kinds of festive fun including performances by Terri Clark, Kelly Prescott and Sierra Noble. The train is scheduled to arrive at the No Frills parking lot in Leduc at 8:15 p.m., but come early and take in the other activities and events including fire pits, hot chocoloate and coffee, and adventure bus and a visit with Santa himself!
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Visit Candy Cane Lane
As an event run by volunteers and residents there’s a special kind of magic that brings YEG Candy Cane Lane to life year after year. YEG Candy Cane Lane is approaching its 50th anniversary as one of Edmonton’s must-see events of the holiday season. Nestled within the canopied trees of the Crestwood community lies the wholly committed neighborhood that decorates the exterior of their homes for in celebration of the holiday season. Curb appeal at its best, especially if you’re Santa…Beavertails is going to be on site this weekend!
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The Nutcracker at Alberta Ballet
Acclaimed as one of Canada’s finest renderings and celebrated as a delightfully traditional depiction, Edmund Stripe’s The Nutcracker celebrates its 10th anniversary this season. Opulent and historically authentic, this magical turn-of-the-century retelling of E.T.A. Hoffman’s famous tale is transposed to Imperialist Russia’s majestic era, when French fashion was in vogue and Tchaikovsky composed his timeless masterpiece. The Nutcracker features a cast of more than 120 performers. With equally sumptuous sets and costumes designed by Emmy Award winner Zack Brown, Alberta Ballet’s incomparable The Nutcracker offers your entire family a festive and glittering evening.
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Gingerbread House Workshop at City Hall
Kepler Academy’s downtown childcare centre at Sun Life Place is proud to be celebrating two months in operation! We offer an innovative early learning approach in the heart of downtown Edmonton, for children 16 weeks through 6 years old. Join us for an Out-of-this-World Open House on Saturday, December 8 from 10am – 1pm at 10123 99 Street. We’ll be serving veggie chili, apple crisp, hot chocolate, tea and coffee, have incredible activities that are space and galaxy themed, and have the author of “You’ll Do Big Things”, Heather Dube, join us for a very special book reading. Please RSVP for all adults and children attending.
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Cookies with Santa
Dr Richard Lee is once again hosting Santa and Mrs Claus so please join us for some cookies and hot chocolate and remember the occasion with professional family photography! Photos will be emailed from Photographer. LIKE and FOLLOW Alexandra Park Dental Facebook page for more updates and information with prizes in the leadup to be won!
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