What to do in Edmonton this Weekend (With Kids) August 12-14

From a Pajama Party to a day celebrating bison, or learning to make lemonade with American Girl accessories, there is plenty of things to do in Edmonton this weekend, with kids, and family-friendly activities to make it exciting. Here are some of our top picks about what to do in Edmonton this weekend, with kids:

Perseids Pajama Party | Devonian Botanic Gardens
A pyjama party under the stars! Wear your cozy pyjamas, bring your pillows, blankets, flashlights and lawnchairs, and sit back to enjoy one of the busiest times in the sky during the annual Perseids Meteor Shower. Spread out your blanket or your lawn chair, get some snacks from the concession, and watch the sky without interruption from city lights. While we wait for dark to fall, there will be family fun activities.
When: Friday at 8 pm

The Bison Festival | Elk Island Park
Bison were nearly lost from North America! But by the early 20th century, bison purchased from Montana and brought to Elk Island National Park began to slowly re-build their numbers. Today nearly every plains bison you see in southern Canada, whether in conservation or domestic herds, had an ancestor in Elk Island National Park. We think that’s something to celebrate! Join us for our annual Bison Festival celebrating all things bison!
When: Saturday

American Girl Lemonade Stand | Williams Sonoma
Let’s open a lemonade stand! In this class we’ll make the best lemonade ever, with just the right balance of sweet and tart, and also bake a lemony dessert. You’ll take home an American Girl Lemonade Stand Kit, which includes everything you need to set up shop at home. Suitable for ages 8–13. $40 includes an American Girl Lemonade Stand Kit.
When: Saturday, 10 am

Terwillegar Summer Carnival | Terwillegar Spray Park
Glitter Tattoos, Crafts, Bouncy Castles, Petting Zoo, Face Painting, Games and much much more. The proceeds for the event will go towards completion of the South Terwillegar Skating Rink.
When: Saturday, 11-3

Cowboys for Kids Summer Picnic | Victoria Park Oval
Join us for a free country-style BBQ, Pony Rides, Roping Lessons, Horse Shoe Toss and Potato Sack Races at the Cowboys for Kids Summer Picnic. Rain or shine. The event is presented by Walkable Edmonton and Sara Kalke RE/MAX River City.
When: Sunday, noon to 3

The Fringe | Whyte Ave area
KidsFringe is a free, fun mini-Fringe site organized by Fringe Theatre Adventures (FTA) specifically for our littlest Fringers. We provide 10 days of exciting arts-based activities and entertainment for children, youth, families and caregivers.
When: all festival long

Tube Down Pembina River | Pembina River
Tueb down the Pembina river and enjoy a warm weekend, with the kids. It’s the perfect time to spend a few hours with the kids, getting outside, and cooling off in the water. It’s shallow. You can get our tips for bringing the kids, here.
When: all weekend long