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Visit Banff for a celebration of all things winter. There will be snow sculptures, SnowDays play zone, and skijoring on Banff Avenue.

Join us at The Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre's Chinese New Year Festival 2025! Celebrate the Year of Snake with a sensational showcase of our city’s rich cultural heritage. Experience two weekends filled with vibrant multicultural performances, traditional dragon and lion dances, a lively vendor market, art exhibitions, and more——all with FREE admission for the entire community. Bring your family, friends, and loved ones to partake in this accessible and enjoyable event. The Chinese New Year holds profound significance for the Chinese community, symbolizing a cherished tapestry of heritage, traditions and cultural pride. It is a time to honour ancestral legacies, celebrate unity across diverse backgrounds, and invite everyone to join in the festivities. This occasion provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the depth and vibrancy of Chinese culture, celebrating history, togetherness, and community spirit. We eagerly look forward to welcoming you to this unforgettable celebration! Festival Highlights Include: ?Traditional Lion and Dragon Dance Performances ?Multicultural Performances ?Food and Craft Market ???????Engaging Activities for Families and Children: Calligraphy, Face Painting, and more Our Social Media Facebook: facebook.com/CalgaryChineseCC IG: @calgarychinese Xiaohongshu: 6802558875 Website: https://www.culturalcentre.ca/chinese-new-year-festival-2025

Step into a world of winter wonder on the iconic grounds of the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise for the return of Ice Magic in 2025. Witness world-class ice carvers in action as they create intricately carved frozen masterpieces. Take in the stunning details of the sculptures as you stroll through the glittering gallery of ice.

Chinook Blast warms up our city with a celebration of community, culture, and civic pride, where the best of Calgary’s art, music, theatre, sport and recreation will be on display.

Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with awe-inspiring artistry, excitement, and fun! Join the Wilder Institute/Calgary zoo on February 8th for a spectacular ice-sculpting qualifying event in partnership with the World Ice Carving Association. Stunning nature-themed ice sculptures will come to life before your eyes as the best of the best Canadian ice carvers compete for a spot to compete during the 2026 Cultural Winter Olympics in Italy. When: Saturday, February 8th, 2025 Time: The ice carving competition begins at 3:30 p.m. and will finish by 7:30 p.m. Winners will be crowned at 8:00 p.m.

Dive into the depths of Alberta’s icy waters and experience the wonder of fish this winter at the 13th annual Fishtival. Mark your calendars for a day of fun and exploration at Bow Habitat Station with unique and unforgettable experiences. Celebrations include family-friendly games and activities complete with theatrical performances, casting, fish feeding, and more.