Top Things to do with Kids in Edmonton

The Royal Alberta Museum is Western Canada’s largest museum, with more than 82,000 square feet of exhibition space, and 7,000 square feet of interactive exhibits for the whole family to enjoy. Kids can learn about weather and the environment, explore their inner performer and put on a show in the Chautauqua, cuddle up with a good book in the reading nook, create a symphony of sound, dig for their own treasures, learn how paleontologists unearth mysteries of dinosaurs and so much more.

Come for the shopping, stay for all the great family activities. The largest mall in North America has over 800 stores and services, an indoor amusement park, waterpark, and even a skating rink. Mom and Dad can do all the shopping they need in one stop before the whole family takes part in one of the different indoor spectacles. New additions include Drive - an exciting multi-level go-karting experience. Galaxyland has also transformed three-and-a-half acres of its amusement park into Hasbro-themed attractions. West Edmonton Mall truly is as big spirited as Alberta!

A must-visit for lovers of gardens and beautiful things. With 80 acres of display gardens (and 110 additional acres of natural areas and ecological preserves), there's so much to explore at the University of Alberta Botanic Gardens. Trek through dreamy areas like the Butterfly Greenhouse, the Kurimoto Japanese Garden or the Aga Khan Garden—4.8 hectares of modern architectural beauty inspired by Moghul traditions, and designed for the Edmonton region’s climate and topography.

During the summer and fall, the Edmonton Elks football team puts on the greatest show on (Canadian) turf. With themed event nights all season long at the outdoor Commonwealth Stadium, the family outing is always a blast and memorable for the kids. To help you get ready for the game, we've prepared a Guide to the Edmonton Elks and Canadian Football which gives an overview of the game, rules, along with tips on transportation and planning. Don't forget your green and gold face paint!

Starting late Spring, the Edmonton Stingers are a slam dunk for families of all sizes. With affordable concession, free parking, and great seating, you and your kids will love to be a part of the buzz! See the Stingers take it to the hoop at the Edmonton Expo Centre!

Step back in time and show the kids how mom and dad grew up. Just kidding! Open from spring to fall, Fort Edmonton Park presents a historically accurate representation of life in Alberta’s capital from 1846 up to 1920. Children can learn about the fur trading Fort Edmonton, a European settlement established to trade with the local Cree, Blackfoot, and other Indigenous people in the area, which eventually led to the creation of the City of Edmonton.

The best day ever starts and ends at Snow Valley. Climb the biggest and most intricate jungle gym you've ever seen at the Snow Valley Aerial Park, then spend the afternoon playing Target Golf! You'll hit golf balls at various yardage markers and novelty targets scattered up the hill. Fancy yourself a bit of a gold digger? The Whitemud Creek Mining Company has returned after 50 years. Located alongside the Aerial Park Tower, the sluice will allow you to sift through sand to find stones, fossils or other treasures.

In the winter, head to Snow Valley to hit the slopes! This is the perfect place for new skiers to get comfortable on the hill.

Breathe in colourful and exotic life at the enchanting Muttart Conservatory. Three of the four glass pyramids holds a themed garden representing a different world biome and species that hail from Mexico to Madagascar. The fourth garden is a rotating garden that features creative, curated gardens. Keep an eye on their social media to see the family-friendly programs taking place throughout the year and experience the magic of Edmonton's iconic attraction.