Families in Edmonton are always looking for fun, engaging, and family-friendly events to enjoy together, and ChocoFest 2025 is the perfect way to create sweet memories with loved ones. Taking place on April 25-26, 2025, at Millennium Place in Sherwood Park, this exciting festival is Alberta’s premier chocolate event, offering something for kids, parents, and chocolate lovers of all ages.
From delicious tastings to interactive activities, live entertainment, and hands-on fun, ChocoFest is designed to be an unforgettable experience for the whole family. Whether you have young children who love chocolate, tweens looking for an exciting weekend adventure, or teens who enjoy exploring food festivals, this is the event to add to your calendar.
Here’s why ChocoFest 2025 is a must-visit event for Edmonton families.
A Family-Friendly Festival Like No Other
Many festivals in Edmonton and the surrounding areas cater to adults or have limited attractions for kids. ChocoFest is different.
This event is specifically designed with families in mind, making it one of the best family-friendly festivals in Edmonton this spring. The festival ensures a safe, welcoming, and fun environment for attendees of all ages. Parents can relax knowing their children will have plenty to do while they enjoy the delicious offerings.
From chocolate-themed activities to kid-friendly entertainment and educational experiences, ChocoFest has something for everyone.
The ChocoKids Zone – A Special Place for Young Chocolate Lovers
One of the biggest highlights of ChocoFest for families is the ChocoKids Zone, a dedicated space where children can explore, learn, and have fun in a chocolate-themed environment.
Activities include:
- Chocolate-Themed Arts & Crafts: Kids can create chocolate-inspired artwork, color fun chocolate-themed pages, and even decorate chocolate treats.
- Interactive Chocolate Games: Engaging games that test their chocolate knowledge and allow them to win small prizes.
- Meet-and-Greet with Performers: Kids can meet fun festival entertainers who will keep them engaged throughout the day.
- Face Painting and Balloon Artists: The perfect way to add to the excitement and make the day even more special.
These activities make ChocoFest a true family destination, ensuring that both kids and parents have a fantastic time.
Exciting Live Entertainment for the Whole Family
No festival is complete without exciting performances and entertainment, and ChocoFest delivers with a fantastic lineup of family-friendly acts.
Throughout the event, families can enjoy:
- Live Music: Enjoy fun, upbeat tunes performed by talented local artists.
- Magicians and Street Performers: Be amazed by roaming entertainers performing magic tricks and stunts that will leave kids and parents in awe.
- Surprise Performances: You never know what exciting acts might appear throughout the weekend.
These performances help make ChocoFest more than just a food festival—it’s an immersive, entertaining experience that will keep families engaged all day long.
Tastings That Everyone in the Family Will Love
One of the best parts of ChocoFest is, of course, the chocolate! Families will have the opportunity to sample a variety of chocolates, from classic favorites to exciting new flavours.
What to expect from the chocolate tasting experience:
- Kid-Friendly Chocolates: Sweet, creamy milk chocolates, fun chocolate treats, and bite-sized samples perfect for young taste buds.
- Chocolate for Parents: High-quality, artisanal dark chocolates, unique flavour combinations, and sophisticated treats for adults to enjoy.
- Hands-On Chocolate Experiences: Some vendors offer interactive tastings where kids and parents can learn about chocolate-making firsthand.
Whether your family prefers classic chocolates or adventurous flavours, ChocoFest has something for everyone to enjoy.
Affordable Family Fun
Finding an event that offers great entertainment, delicious food, and a family-friendly atmosphere without breaking the bank can be challenging. Fortunately, ChocoFest is one of the most affordable spring festivals in Alberta.
🎟 Ticket Prices:
- General Admission (Ages 13+): $15 for a one-day pass | $27 for a two-day pass
- Children (Ages 5-12): $10 for a one-day pass | $18 for a two-day pass
- Ages 4 and under: Free
- Senior Discount (Friday Only): $7.50
- Order your tickets online for a 10% discount
- Chocolate Tasting Ticket Prices
- Festival Pricing 1 Ticket: $1.50
- Online Pricing
- 10 Pack $13.00 ($1.30 each)
- 25 Pack $28.75 ($1.15 each)
- 50 Pack $50.00 ($1.00 each)
An Educational Experience – Learning Through Chocolate
ChocoFest isn’t just about eating chocolate—it’s about learning more about where chocolate comes from, how it’s made, and what makes it so special.
Kids and parents alike can:
- Learn about the bean-to-bar chocolate-making process.
- Discover the origins of cocoa and how it’s grown.
- Understand the importance of fair-trade and ethically sourced chocolate.
This combination of education and hands-on fun makes ChocoFest an event that parents can feel good about bringing their children to.
Make Sweet Memories with Your Family at ChocoFest
With so much to see, do, and taste, ChocoFest 2025 is an event that no Edmonton family should miss. It’s the perfect opportunity to:
Spend quality time together in a fun and interactive environment.
Experience exciting chocolate tastings from the best chocolatiers.
Watch live performances that add excitement to the festival.
Create sweet memories that will last long after the event is over.
If you’re looking for a fun and unique weekend activity in Edmonton, ChocoFest is the ultimate family-friendly event.
Event Details & How to Get Tickets
Location: Millennium Place, Sherwood Park, Alberta
Dates: April 25-26, 2025
Parking & Accessibility:
- Millennium Place offers ample free parking and full accessibility for all attendees.
How to Purchase Tickets:
Tickets are available now! Secure yours early to avoid missing out. Buy Tickets Here
Get Your Tickets Before They Sell Out!
As Edmonton’s most exciting family-friendly food festival, ChocoFest is expected to sell out quickly. Whether your kids are chocolate lovers, you’re looking for a unique family outing, or you just want to enjoy a fun-filled weekend together, this is the event to attend.
Don’t wait—grab your tickets today and get ready for the sweetest family event of the year!
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