Calgary Dragon Boat Race & Festival.
Everyday from Aug 11, 2018 - Aug 12, 2018 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Takes place August 11 & 12. As Calgary's premier water sport festival, the Calgary Dragon Boat Race & Festival draws over 1,850 competitors, 4,000 spectators, and an abundance of excitement and cultural experiences. Plus, there will be a kids' zone, food trucks, beer gardens, and cultural entertainment. For full schedule, visit the website.
Location: | North Glenmore Park |
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Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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Link: | calgarydragonboatsociety.com |
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Indigenous History Month Celebration at Southcentre Mall.
Everyday from Jan 1, 1970 - Jun 23, 2024 at 12:00 am - 8:00 pm
Join us at Southcentre Mall from June 3rd to 23rd for our fourth annual Indigenous History Month celebration in partnership with Authentically Indigenous.
This month-long event will foster understanding, appreciation, and celebration of Canada’s Indigenous Peoples. Experience educational activities, cultural displays, and storytelling sessions that connect both Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians. The celebrations will include:
Full-Size Tipi: Step inside a tipi adorned with tapestries representing decades of Indigenous contributions to Calgary’s culture.
Storytelling: Be moved by traditional stories from elders, delight in puppet shows by Indigenous authors, and explore virtual reality experiences by the Urban Society for Aboriginal Youth.
Artisan Market: Discover the vibrancy of Indigenous creativity at our artisan market on June 7th and 8th. Enjoy music, dance, and locally crafted goods.
Educational Information Walls: Learn and engage with displays that provide deeper insights into Indigenous culture.
Calgary Pro Musica and Green Fools Theatre present 'more rocky mountain fairy tales'.
Everyday from Jan 1, 1970 - Apr 28, 2024 at 12:00 am - 4:30 pm
Come and enjoy an afternoon listening to stories and some of Canada’s finest musicians. Storyteller/Musician Samantha Whelan Kotkas and her friends will entertain you and your children with musical interactive tales of child-accessible hikes in the Rocky Mountains. Teach your child about courage, unity, joyfulness, and caring in an afternoon of fun and adventure. An event for the whole family that you will want to be a part of.
Recommended for children aged 5 to 12, but created with the entire family in mind.
Come one hour before the show & enjoy family friendly activities. Stay after to meet the performers.
Created and Narrated by Samantha Whelan Kotkas
Music by Tyler Hornby
Puppets by Green Fools Theatre
Video by Joel Goundry
Tyler Hornby - Drums, Chris Andrew - Piano, Pat Belliveau - Saxophones, Aaron Shore - Guitar, Stephen Shepard - Bass
Cost: | $15.00 |
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Location: | The University of Calgary Rozsa Centre: Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall |
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Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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Link: | https://calgarypromusica.ca/family/ |
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Rundle Studio Virtual Open House.
Everyday from Jan 1, 1970 - May 15, 2024 at 12:00 am - 7:30 pm
Let us show you how we empower our students to reach their full potential! Hear stories from staff, current students, and parents before learning about how you can be a part of our wonderful community.
Rundle Studio is an online learning environment built to help students with diagnosed learning disabilities thrive. Let us show you how we empower our students to reach their full potential!
Marda Gras Street Festival.
> Sunday Aug 12, 2018 at 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Enjoy live music, dance, cultural performances, a fun kids area, unique shopping, and great food. There is something for each member of the family!
Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids |
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Link: | mardagras.ca |
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Taste of Calgary .
Every Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Aug 9, 2018 - Aug 12, 2018 at 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Takes place August 9 to 12. Discover Calgary's global cuisines from a mix of unique restaurants and beverage companies. Plus, get a taste of Calgary's great musicians. And shop at some of the most interesting marketplace vendors in the city! Buy sampling tickets for $1 each right at the festival and use them to sample any of the food or beverage menu items. Visit a variety of artisans, entrepreneurs, and interactive activities to add to the fun of the festival. Admission to the festival is free and includes a taste of Calgary's best musical acts. To purchase tickets in advance, visit the website.
Location: | Eau Claire Festival Plaza: Barclay Parade and 3 Street SW |
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Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Parent's Night Out, Youth Activities |
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Link: | tasteofcalgary.com |
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Free Infant Massage.
> Sunday Aug 12, 2018 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join for an informative demonstration of massage for your baby! As you know, babies love your touch. The students are hosting an infant massage session where they will teach you massage techniques to use on your child, to help bond, sooth colic, relax, and love your baby!
All caregivers are welcome.
Location: | MH Vicars School of Massage Therapy: 101, 200 Country Hills Landing NW |
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Category: | Free Events |
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Link: | mhvicarsschool.com |
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