What to do in Edmonton this Weekend (With Kids) | October 21-23

Are you wondering what to do this weekend? There’s plenty to do to get you in the mood for Halloween in Edmonton, or to get outside and explore autumn. If inside is more your style, now that the weather has cooled off – we’ve got plenty of those Edmonton activities for kids, too. Here are some of our top choices for things to do with the kids this weekend, in Edmonton:

Celebrate National Chemistry Week | Telus World of Science
Come and make Silly Putty, see floating soap bubbles, marvel at heating balloons over a candle, and see lots of other amazing hands-on chemistry experiments during National Chemistry Week at TWOSE.
When: Saturday and Sunday, 10:30 – 4:30

Free Movies | Cineplex Theatres
It’s Cineplex community day and that means there are free movie screenings at your local theater, with multiple showtimes to choose from. Visit the theater for the screenings, but get there early, and take advantage of $2 concessions during the movies for an inexpensive family date.
When: Saturday, all day

Boo at the Zoo | Edmonton Valley Zoo
Get Closer… Be Not Afraid this Halloween! Wear your coolest costume and bring your environmentally friendly trick or treat bags while you “Get Closer” to the wonders of the animal kingdom. Hands-on Science experiments, crafts, extinct animal graveyards, and a Witches Den are just some of the activities that will make Boo at the Zoo one of your Halloween traditions!
When: Sunday, 11-4

Michaels Kids Club | Michaels Stores
$2.00, Materials Included They craft; you shop! Kids 3 and up can enjoy a yarn ghost project. Sign up instore or just drop in. $2 per project, supplies included. Parent or guardian must remain on premises during the event
When: Saturday, 10 to noon

Howl-ween Pooch Parade | Greenland Garden Centre
Parade your costumed pooch for a chance to win prizes!
This fun family event is in support of Second Chance Animal Rescue and features: Pooch Parade – prizes for best dressed, most outrageous and best owner/pet matching costumers, Pet Photos and it’s only $10/dog. Pre-registration required, space limited.
When: Saturday, 2-4

Indigo Kids Open House | Chapters Indigo Stores
An event you don’t want to miss! See the hottest toys of the season. Plus, there will be activities, hand-on play, giveaways and more. Be one of the first to receive our IndigoKids Holiday Guide. Start building your list immediately.
When: Saturday, 11 am

Boo at the Zoo | October 23, 2016
Get Closer… Be Not Afraid this Halloween! Wear your coolest costume and bring your environmentally friendly trick or treat bags while you “Get Closer” to the wonders of the animal kingdom. Hands-on science experiments, crafts, extinct animal graveyards, and a Witch’s Den are just some of the activities that will make Boo at the Zoo one of your Halloween traditions!

All Hallows Eve | October 23, 2016
“Trick or treat!” So goes the annual greeting from the candy-seeking children who arrive at our doors on October 31, Halloween night. But did you know that Halloween has been celebrated in Edmonton since the 1880s, and that the holiday’s roots go back even further? Join us for a family friendly event of fortune telling, historical games, costumes and more!

Want more weekend inspiration? Check out the Raising Edmonton event calendar for the best resource for family friendly events in Edmonton.