Family Day in the Arts District

Make the most of your long weekend with a trip to the heart of the city! On Monday, February 16, the Downtown Arts District comes alive with a massive lineup of free, family-friendly programming.

From live music and hip-hop dance to circus arts and drumming, there is something for every age and energy level. Explore our world-class venues like the Art Gallery of Alberta, The Citadel Theatre, and the Stanley A. Milner Library, or head outside to City Hall Plaza for games and skating.

Where to find the fun:

City Hall & Plaza

12:00–4:00: Free Skate Rentals at the Plaza Rink

1:00–4:00: Mbira Renaissance Band & Shasily Dance Workshops (Rotating sets)

Art Gallery of Alberta (Free Admission 11:00–4:15)

12:00: Rapid Fire Theatre (Ledcor Theatre)

1:15 & 3:00: Booming Tree Taiko Drumming (Ledcor Theatre)

All Day: Art-making with Educators and AGA Bingo

The Citadel Theatre

12:00: Michelle & Friends Interactive Songs (Zeidler Theatre)

12:00 & 2:15: Rhythm Speaks Hip Hop Dance (Tucker Amphitheatre)

1:00 & 3:15: Brianna Lizotte Métis Fiddle (Tucker Amphitheatre)

1:45: Rapid Fire Theatre (Zeidler Theatre)

3:00: Hula Hoop Circus (Zeidler Theatre)

Stanley A. Milner Library

1:30–4:30: Family Films, Storytime, and Postcard Making

2:00: The Raven and the Thistle (Live Concert)

Important Ticketing Info: While admission is free, performances at the AGA and Citadel Zeidler Theatre are first-come, first-served. Tickets will be available at each venue’s entrance/box office starting one hour before each scheduled showtime.

Cost: FREE (Free parking is also available at City of Edmonton EPark locations).