What to do in Edmonton this Weekend (With Kids) December 16-18

Are you wondering what to do in Edmonton with the kids this weekend? Stay warm inside with our fun list of indoor playgrounds, or check out the many toboggan hills in the city. For fun holiday events, keep reading, because we’ve got Christmas events for Edmonton kids to ramp up that excitement about Santa Claus coming to town.

EPL Graffiti Party | Stanley Milner Library
The former main library space will be an empty canvas ready for your favourite book, quote, author or whatever else you’re inspired to share with the world. Not only will you get to vandalize the library, programs and activities for the whole family will happen throughout the day. Graffiti supplies will be provided.

Hot Cocoa with Santa | Core Dental
Santa will be visiting our Windermere clinic on December 17th, 2016 from 11am to 2pm to enjoy some cookies and cocoa. Come down and have your picture taken with Santa and enjoy some cookies and cocoa on us.
When: Saturday, 11-2

Artventures | St. Albert
Art-making experiences for children 6-12 that complement gallery exhibits. Themes vary each month, providing a fun opportunity to learn new skills and techniques. Third Saturday of each month 1-2:30 pm December 17 Unusual Printmaking 1:00 pm class SOLD OUT
When: December 17 Unusual Printmaking – additional class added at 3:30 – 5:00 pm

Cookies and Cocoa | Estate Home South Edmonton
In this workshop we will show you how to assemble your own gift box, and play with shapes and assemble it with appeal. You will also be decorating your own cookies, and crafting your own christmas ornament to fill your gift box.
When: Saturday, 2-5 

Zoominescence | Edmonton Valley Zoo
Each December, Zoominescence, a Festival of Light, hosted by the Valley Zoo Development Society, stages 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. We would like to invite you to join us for the 4th Annual Zoominescence, a Festival of Light December 9 – 18, 2016.
When: Nightly, 5-9 pm

Bright Lights Festival | Ellerslie Road Baptist Church
Wagon rides, crafts, family fun, food trucks and more can be found this weekend at Ellerslie Road Baptist Church. This family-friendly event of bright lights will help to kick off the week before Christmas.
When: Saturday, 5-8 pm

Free Photos with Santa | Toyota on the Trail
Come join us at Toyota on the Trail for free photos with Santa (pets welcome)! From 12 – 5 on Saturday, December 17th, come get your picture taken with Santa, and you will receive physical and digital prints at no cost, as well as be entered to win a 250$ prepaid visa gift card.
When: Saturday, 12-5

Polar Express Pajama Party | Telus World of Science
Join us for our annual Pajama Party at 8:00 a.m. for special programming activities. Film will start at 9:00 a.m. You can even enjoy a delicious hot breakfast from TWOSE’s all-new The Purple Pear restaurant. Breakfast includes: waffles, sausage and a beverage of your choice (juice, coffe or tea), for just $12 (+GST), in addition to the cost of film tickets.
When: Saturday, 8 am

Are you searching for more family weekend fun in Edmonton? Don’t forget, you can always find fun local Edmonton events on our events calendar!