Edmonton Weekend Guide: Family Activities, Live Music & Sports Events

The city of Edmonton is celebrating this weekend (February 13-15, 2026) with the ideal blend of romance on love and fatigue free bonding with family. Whether you want to embrace the winter chill or stay cozy indoors, the city’s lineup of Edmonton events weekend has something for everyone.

Top Family Activities in Edmonton

The season of winter festival is not at all over. The Silver Skate Festival at Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park remains one of the most iconic ones, as it is free to skate, listen to folk narrations, and watch fire works. To be more energetic, there is the Canadian Birkebeiner Ski Festival which takes place throughout the whole weekend including the family-friendly race of the Barnebirkie skiing on Sunday.

If you prefer indoor fun, the Telus World of Science is hosting special IMAX screenings of Penguins: A Love Story and snowshoeing tours, making it a top pick for family activities Edmonton.

Live Music & Concerts

It is a huge weekend ahead of music lovers. Hardy, a country star, performs his The Country! Country! Tour” to Rogers Place Friday night to kick off the weekend with high octane. To have a smaller crowd, go to LIGHTS at Midway Music Hall on the same evening. A Fool For Love by the Edmonton Pops Orchestra is an ideal date-night symphony to be performed on the night of the 14th of February (Valentine).

Sports Action: Hockey and More

During the absence of the Oilers, there are still exciting games that the hockey fans can watch. On Saturday, February 14, the Edmonton Oil Kings invite the Calgary Hitmen to play at Rogers Place. This is one of the most affordable and exciting sporting events in town, one can watch as it is a Battle of Alberta junior match-up.

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FAQs

1. What are the best free family activities in Edmonton this weekend?
Silver Skate Festival at Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park is a free activity and will have skating, snow sculpture and live entertainment.

2. Are there any special Valentine’s Day events in Edmonton?
Yes, the Edmonton Pops Orchestra is carrying on a valentine special and there are Rings of Love pool parties at the several recreation centers of City of Edmonton.

3. Where can I see live music in Edmonton this Friday?
HARDY, a country artist, and LIGHTS, a pop artist, will play Rogers Place and the Midway Music Hall, respectively, this Friday, Feb 13.4. Is the Silver Skate Festival suitable for toddlers?
Absolutely. The festival also has a special kids fun area and the Barneybirkie ski competition that primarily targets the kids.

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