summer vacation

13 Tips To Plan An (Almost) Flawless Summer Vacation

Summer vacations are eagerly awaited by solo travelers and families alike. It’s that time of year when school- and college-goers get a long break from all the academic stress. Families get more time to be together, which is the perfect time to reconnect. It’s a…

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children

International Children’s Festival of the Arts June 1-4, 2023 – GIVEAWAY!

JOIN US AT THE CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL FROM JUNE 1 – 4, 2023! ENTER A WORLD OF WONDER! As a Festival, we are proud to provide a valuable opportunity for families to spend quality time together and create memories to last a lifetime. For over four…

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swim

Kids Swim Free at City Outdoor Pools 2023

Looking for a place to cool off during the hot summer months? Visit any of the City’s outdoor swimming pools and have a whale of a time splashing, socializing with friends and family or simply relaxing for the day. The City manages a total of 5 outdoor swimming pool complexes…

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kids bowl free

Kids Bowl Free at Local Bowling Alleys This Summer

Kids are expensive so here is another free way to entertain the kids to keep the “I’m bored’s” away this spring/summer. There are 3 locations in the Edmonton area that offer this wonderful service, Bonnie Doon Bowling Lanes, St. Albert Bowling & Rec Centre, and…

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brunch

Bloom and Brunch Festival Banff April 29 – June 4th

This past weekend, I had the wonderful opportunity to attend the Bloom & Brunch Festival at the Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen atop the Banff Gondola. This wonderful event is presented by Pursuit Jasper Banff Collection. This was opening weekend, but don’t worry, this delectable buffet…

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oilers

*Update: May 3, 2023 – Family Friendly Edmonton Oilers Playoffs Watch Parties

***UPDATE: MAY 3, 2023*** OEG Sports and Entertainment and the City of Edmonton announced today updates to the Edmonton Oilers outdoor playoff watch parties to enhance the downtown viewing experience for families. The Ford Tailgate party and Ice District Plaza will now become 18+ ONLY…

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corteo

Cirque Du Soleil’s CORTEO coming to Rogers Place Dec 27-31, 2023

For 7 performances only, Cirque du Soleil’s festive and theatrical show CORTEO to play in Edmonton for the first time, from December 27 – 31, 2023, at Rogers Place! Tickets available now!     Corteo, which means cortege in Italian, is a joyous procession, a festive…

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broadway

Broadway Across Canada’s 25th Anniversary Season

Broadway Across Canada is thrilled to unveil their highly anticipated 25th Anniversary Broadway season, featuring three spectacular theatrical productions that will take center stage at the prestigious Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium starting this fall. The season will kick off with the Tony® and Grammy® award-winning…

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tiny tots

Tiny Tots Expo Edmonton Giveaway

Expos are a great way to discover amazing local businesses you may have never heard of before! Supporting local businesses is more important than ever and if you’re a parent the Tiny Tots Expo should be right up your alley. With over 50 exhibitors, tons…

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BRICK

The Art of the Brick Lego Exhibit Opening May 5th at Telus World of Science

ON MAY 5, EXPERIENCE THE ART OF THE BRICK, THE WORLD’S LARGEST & MOST POPULAR DISPLAY OF LEGO® ART AT TELUS WORLD OF SCIENCE – EDMONTON! Discover over one million LEGO bricks transformed into more than 100 sculptures by contemporary artist Nathan Sawaya. This critically…

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