Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a program guide that I can download or print?
Absolutely, we've got you covered.
The 2026 Program Guide offers a complete breakdown of everything the festival has to offer, including: performances, activities, ticket packages/pricing, daily schedules, festival hours, parking and more.
Is there a gate admission to get on to the site for the Children's Festival?
No, the Children's Festival takes place on an un-gated site.
What do we have to pay for, once we are on the Children's Festival site?
Friday, May 29 & Monday, June 1
No wristbands are available for weekday activities. Public tickets to Feature Performances and ticketed activities are available for purchase individually.
- Feature Performances: $13.50 per person
- Ticketed Activities: $6.00 per participant
Saturday, May 30 & Sunday, May 31:
All weekend tickets are available as packages and include a wristband that grants admission to all on-site activities.
- 2 Performance Pass - $35
Includes one ticket to two Feature Performances and unlimited admission to on-site activities all weekend. - 2 Performance Pass - $35
Includes one ticket to one Feature Performance and unlimited admission to on-site activities all weekend. - Activities Only Pass - $15
Includes unlimited admission to on-site activities all weekend.
Note: ALL prices include GST and fees.
We're new to the Children's Festival... What do we do?
Since there is no entrance fee to get onto the site, you are welcome to come down and explore all of the wonderful things the Festival has to offer.
If you decide to buy tickets once you are on site, we have Box Office staff that will be happy to help you out. For your convenience, all Feature Performances and Ticketed Activities include age recommendations to help you make decisions.
Where are the Feature Performances?
Feature Performances take place in the following venues:
- The Arden Theatre | 5 St. Anne Street
- St. Albert Curling Club Stage | 3 Taché Street
View the Festival Map (coming soon)
Where are the Ticketed Activities?
The Paid Activities are scattered throughout the site with most of them being in front of and inside of St. Albert Place. Consult the Site Map for exact locations.
Do adults need a Ticketed Activity ticket?
Adults supervising their children do not require a ticket to enter a Paid Activity venue. If an adult wishes to participate in the activity, they must purchase a ticket
Where can we buy Ticketed Activity tickets?
Tickets are available online and at the Arden Theatre Box Office in St. Albert Place.
An “Activities Only Package”, granting access to all Ticketed Activities on both Saturday and Sunday, is also available for purchase at the Box Office or online.
How can I guarantee I get into a Ticketed Activity?
Ticketed Activities are offered on a drop in, first come, first served basis and require an activity wristband. The best way to guarantee your spot is to plan ahead. Review the 2026 program guide and make note of any activities with specific start times. Purchase your ticket package before arriving, come early and work the remainder of your day around your priorities.
Tickets can be purchased ahead of time online at tickets.stalbert.ca, over the phone at 780-459-1542 or in person at one of our Box Offices.
What if I am not sure what activities we want to do ahead of time?
No problem! You can purchase tickets at anytime before the Festival at tickets.stalbert.ca, over the phone at 780-459-1542 or in person at our Box Office when you arrive on site.
There is also an Activities Only Package for $15 that provides unlimited Ticketed Activities for the weekend (only for Saturday and Sunday). If you are attending the Festival on Friday or Monday, you can buy individual Feature Performance tickets or individual ticketed activity tickets for $13.50 and $6.00, respectively.
Are there any free activities?
YES! You'll find Roving Site Artists, performances on the Outdoor Stage, Art Installations, and a variety of other things to do throughout the Festival site. But, if you plan on spending the whole day on site, we recommend planning for one or two paid performances or activities as well, so you can experience the entire vibe of the Festival.
Can I bring my own food on site?
Yes, of course. There are picnic tables and green spaces to sit and enjoy your food. We do also have many great, and very tempting, Food Vendors if you want to treat yourself!
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Last edited: January 15, 2026
