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Things to do in Yellowknife
Every festival, concert, market and family event happening in Yellowknife and across Northwest Territories, collected from official municipal calendars and refreshed daily.
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YPL Film Club: Arsenic and Old Lace
Enjoy monthly classic movies with the YPL Film Club! October’s feature is the 1944 screwball comedy “Arsenic and Old Lace” directed by Frank Capra and staring Cary Grant! Free popcorn provided by YPL!
Story Time with Kris ( 2-4 years)
Join us for stories, rhymes and songs, followed by a fun craft activity! Newcomers, dayhomes and siblings are always welcome. For children ages 2–4. Caregivers must remain with children at all times.
Wednesday Baby Time (0 - 18 months)
Join us for a program that introduces you and your baby to the joy of music, rhyme, lap play, and more. This early childhood literacy program is for children aged 18 months and younger and their parent or caregiver. Siblings welcome. Admission is free . Times: Wednesday 2:00 p.m.…
PD Day Movie Morning + Afternoon Family Time
PD Day Fun!!! Calling all children ages 8-12 for some fun on October 29. We will be showing the movie The Super Mario Galaxy. The Super Mario Galaxy movie is a 2026 animated sequel following Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and their new companion Yoshi as they embark on a cosmic ad…
Spooktacular Halloween Movie Morning + Afternoon Crafts & Stories
Join us for an adventure in the Hundred Acre Wood! We will be showing Pooh’s Heffalump Halloween Movie! The program is geared towards children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers. The movie is rated G. Come and hang out with Pooh Bear and his friend at Halloween Time! In the Afterno…
Halloween Skate
Put on your favourite costume, lace up your skates and join us for a spooktacular evening on the ice! Bring your friends and family and celebrate the Halloween season with us. When: Friday, October 30 6:00–7:00 p.m. Where: Ed Jeske Arena at the Multiplex FREE
Halloween Swim
Let's Celebrate Halloween in the pool! The City of Yellowknife will host its annual Halloween Swim on Saturday, October 31, 2026 , from 1:00–2:00 p.m. at the ATCO Aquatic Centre. The event will feature Halloween-themed music, themed floats, free candy and treats, and a festive po…
Pumpkin Lane
Join us for a walk down Pumpkin Lane this fall and share your best pumpkin. This annual event invites residents to bring their decorated pumpkin to Frame Lake Trail near the Jumpstart Playground to help create an epic community pumpkin display. When: Nov 1st & 2nd 5:00 p.m. – 7:0…
CRA Outreach at YPL
A CRA Outreach Officer can assist with: Filing personal taxes for 2016–2025 Printing Notices of Assessment (NOAs) and Statements of Income Updating personal information, including your address and direct deposit Questions about your personal tax returns Understanding CRA letters…
Thursday Stories & Stations (0 - 5 years)
Join us for our stories and stations program! Our staff will lead a 20-minute program of stories, songs, and rhymes! This will be followed by the caregiver and child(ren) exploring and creating at various stations. Stations include a board book area, craft area, puzzle area, and…
Bedazzle Your Book
Bring a book you’d like to decorate to the Yellowknife Public Library on Thursday, November 5th. Rhinestones, glitter, and all bedazzling supplies will be provided by YPL.
Santa Claus Parade
The Santa Claus Parade is returning on Saturday, November 21, 2026 , and the theme for this year is “ Fun, Old Fashioned Family Christmas ”! The parade will start at 5:00 p.m. at Somba K'e Civic Plaza , travel through the downtown core, and end at École Sir John Franklin High Sch…
New Year's Eve Fireworks
Join the City of Yellowknife's annual New Year's Eve fireworks display on December 31 at Frame Lake, with a safety map highlighting the best viewing spots and restricted areas to ensure a safe and enjoyable celebration. Residents are invited to gather at Somba K'e Civic Plaza as…
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What is happening in Yellowknife this weekend?
The Yellowknife weekend page lists every festival, market, concert and family event running Friday through Sunday in Yellowknife, NT, taken from the official municipal calendar and refreshed daily.
Are there free events in Yellowknife?
Yes. Filter any Yellowknife listing by Free to see events with no admission charge - usually outdoor concerts, community festivals, library programs and farmers markets.
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