Family Day at the Legislature

Third Monday in February

Spend Family Day at the Alberta Legislature and have twice the fun!

Experience free indoor fun when you celebrate Family Day at the Alberta Legislature, the place where it all began. Connect to parliamentary democracy and active citizenship. Explore both of our engaging sites and enjoy family-friendly, all-ages entertainment.

Two engaging sites offer a variety of indoor entertainment and activities!

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Legislature Building

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The Queen Elizabeth II Building

Event Details

Open House

various floors

The Alberta Legislature Building is open to visitors for Family Day! Take this opportunity to explore and take in

Storytelling Corner

Alberta Legislature Building – first floor

Get swept away with thrilling stories of adventure and folk tales. Stories will be told by special guest, Métis storyteller Naomi McIlwraith, and the Legislature’s own Rocky the Ram.

Stories begin at the start of every hour.

Zuma Crafts

Alberta Legislature Building – first floor

Unleash your creativity and make your very own keepsake! The crafting activity is led by Zuma Crafts and is open to all ages.

Fun Stage

Queen Elizabeth II Building – north side

The Fun Stage will feature entertaining and interactive performances throughout the day, including magic shows, circus acts, dance and musical performances for all ages

TimePerformer
11:15 a.m.See the amazing magic stylings of Ron Pearson.
noonBe transfixed by Jay Flair’s unique mix of juggling and magic.
12:50 p.m.Watch as Jojo’s Magic Circus brings magical moments to life.
1:40 p.m.Experience the fancy footwork of the Edmonton Métis Traditional Dancers.
2:20 p.m.Tap your toes to the award-winning fiddling of Daniel Gervais.
3:10 p.m.Laugh and be astounded by the circus antics of The Great Balanzo.

LEGO® Zone

Queen Elizabeth II Building – south side

You’ve never seen this much LEGO® in one place! Nestled away from all the excitement, the LEGO® Zone is a quiet corner offering more fun than you can imagine.

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site.

Legislative Assembly Visitor Centre

Queen Elizabeth II Building

Historical exhibits and engaging educational spaces — explore all that the Visitor Centre has to offer!

  • Experience the short film Our People Our Province in the Pehonan Theatre, an immersive 4-D journey through Alberta’s history.
  • Don’t miss your chance to view Service, Ceremony and Tradition: The Diamond Jubilee Portrait in Alberta. This unique exhibit honouring the service of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is only showing in the Borealis Gallery until May 2024.
  • Explore the workings of the Legislative Assembly, democratic governance and active citizenship through tactile, interactive play and educational panels in the Democracy Discovery Centre.
  • Shop at Capital Gifts, offering a large selection of local and Canadian-made merchandise and souvenirs. During the Family Day long weekend receive 10 per cent off all your purchases!

All scheduled performers and activities are subject to change.

Getting to the Alberta Legislature

While all activities are taking place indoors, please be aware that construction is currently taking place on the North Legislature Grounds, and take your time navigating the area, especially as you travel from one building to the other. Also note that limited food and beverage options are available in the Legislature Building and Queen Elizabeth II Building, but a variety of restaurants are located within close proximity.

By Vehicle

Limited free parking is available behind the Terrace Building, located in the southwest corner of the Legislature Grounds at 106 Street and 96 Avenue. Paid parking is available in the 106 Street lot and on 99 Avenue in front of Violet King Henry Plaza. There is also limited roadside parking in the area.

By Transit

The Government Centre transit stop is on the east side of the Queen Elizabeth II Building, on 107 Street. The Metro and Capital LRT lines stop at Government Centre station, which is connected to the Legislature pedway.

By Bicycle

Bike racks are available around the Queen Elizabeth II Building and on the east side of the Alberta Legislature Building.

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