What to do in Edmonton This Weekend (With Kids) | June 9-11

Color Me RAD | Saturday
We’re the only 5K that will send you running through RAD color stations and leave you covered from head to toe in powders and gels of pink, yellow, green, blue, and violet. Not only will you be having healthy amounts of fun, but you’ll be getting your daily exercise in the process. To top it off, we’re making it rain with free t-shirts, a RAD temporary tattoo, and RAD Sunglasses for all regular participants. That’s right – FREE. Find out what shoes to wear, at Runnerclick.

Sustainaval | All weekend
Can you imagine an amazingly fun carnival powered entirely by green energy? Well, get ready because it’s real and it’s coming to Edmonton for the first time this summer! On top of the awesome rides and mini-donuts galore, you can also win incredible prizes by participating in the Green Beast Eco-Challenge, a site-wide interactive scavenger hunt adventure. Enjoy free entertainment, lots of free educational games and shop in the Green Marketplace. Sustainival is a great family-friendly event and kids from ages 2 to 92 will all take something unique away from this one-of-a-kind outdoor Green Carnival experience!

Kids Can Catch | The Town of Beaumont and presenting sponsors invite you to come out and fish in celebration of this week’s World Environment Day. Fishing mentors and pro-staff are pond-side to teach you the basics, from setting up your rod to casting, reeling and safe fish handling. (Also in other locations around Alberta)

Free Coding Class for Kids | Sunday, 2-4
Introduction to Computer Coding is designed to prepare your child for the evolution of technology. With a curriculum made by University of Alberta Education and Engineering graduates, your child will be prepared to enter the computer science world.

Tutti Frutti Kids Paint Day | Saturday, 1-2:30
KIDS PAINT DAY! At Tutti Frutti Frozen Yogurt  at Currents of Windermere. Join them for fun-filled professional instructor-led paint class for kids! Includes frozen yogurt, swag, paint and a canvas to take home after the instructed class.

Just a Little Night Market | Friday, Saturday
We are Edmonton’s original night market! Never before has Edmonton seen a true night market. This is not a farmers market at night, quite the opposite. Imagine as the sun begins to set vendors selling their wares, local music and entertainment from emerging local artists, the smells of food and places to gather. You never know what you will find, movies, belly dancing, fire breathing, a private members speakeasy, it is a truly unique experience for all ages. Admission is $5.00 at the door. (Kids FREE) Get your exclusive membership to our speakeasy La Facade & wine garden on our website.

Cavanagh Family Fun | Sunday, 12-4
With free food, a petting zoo, bubble fun, a photo booth and more, you can come and experience the neighbourhood while browsing through Showhomes, taking a fun afternoon with the family, for free. There are also bouncy castles, a kids scavenger hunt for candy and so much more.

Southwest Family Fun Day | Saturday, 11:30 – 2
Join the South West Early Years Coalition and Nathan Ip, your Edmonton Public School Board Trustee, for an afternoon of fun in the sun! Enjoy bouncy castles, BBQ, Kid Activities and learn from local parenting resources and best of all it’s FREE!

Edmonton Pride Parade and Festival | Saturday+
Get downtown and celebrate! Check out the 2017 Pride Guide for photos, event information, community editorials and more – there’s food trucks, parade, fun, celebrations, parties, and activities for the entire family. 

$2.99 Family Movie | Saturday, 11 am
Watch a $2.99 family movie on Saturday mornings at Cineplex Family Favourites. It’s a cheap way to bring the kids to the movies, and this week, you’ll find ‘A Dog’s Purpose’, as the screening.

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