Legacy's 7th Annual Christmas Lights Parade.
Everyday from Nov 17, 2021 - Jan 10, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Now until January 10. The 7th Annual Legacy Christmas Lights Parade is back for another year! Experience the magic of the holidays with your family in Legacy’s winter wonderland. With more than a million Christmas lights, it is one of Calgary's largest free light displays. Drive or walk through the community and explore various colorfully-lit streets, parks, homes and more, or enjoy skating at one of Legacy’s two skating rinks opening in early December, located at 412 Legacy View SE. Plus, tour around the many decorated show homes from WestCreek Homes, Look Master Builder, Morrison Homes, and more!
Location: | The Community of Legacy in South Calgary |
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Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Parent's Night Out, Youth Activities |
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Link: | mylegacyliving.ca |
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Alberta Ballet Presents, The Nutcracker.
Everyday from Dec 10, 2021 - Dec 24, 2021 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
December 10 to 24; check website for performance times. Alberta Ballet Presents, The Nutcracker. Brighten your holidays and share some family magic on an adventure your family will cherish for a lifetime! It’s Christmas Eve and Klara has received a magical gift from her eccentric Uncle Drosselmeyer: a handsome nutcracker doll. Little does she know as she falls asleep that her new toy is about to spark her imagination and take her on a dreamy adventure to the Land of the Sweets!
Location: | Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium |
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Category: | Family Fun, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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Link: | albertaballet.com |
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Alberta Theatre Projects Presents, In Wonderland by Anna Cummer.
Every Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Nov 30, 2021 - Dec 24, 2021 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Performances takes place now until December 26 (excluding Christmas Day). Tuesdays to Saturdays, 7:30pm and Saturday and Sunday Matinees, 1pm. In this ambitious and contemporary retelling of Lewis Carroll’s classic novels, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass, three actors fantastically portray the story’s iconic characters, transforming right before audience’s eyes. Follow Alice through the rabbit hole, and be swept away through theatre magic, as the stage spectacularly metamorphosizes into a stunning visual realm. In Wonderland is a world premiere, commissioned and developed by Alberta Theatre Projects, which revisits these timeless stories in a newly imagined way. Suitable for the entire family, be guided through a journey of self-discovery, exploring the resonating themes that Alice reflects upon: “Who am I?” and “Where do I really want to be?” For ages 6 and up. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the website.
Theatre Calgary Presents, A Christmas Carol.
Everyday from Nov 30, 2021 - Dec 24, 2021 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
November 30 to December 24; check website for performance times. Holiday spirit lives on! Theatre Calgary will perform this three-person cast production live on stage. Your family also has the opportunity to choose Stafford Arima’s extended director’s cut of the online filmed version you can watch from the comfort of your own home. There are also ASL interpreted performances on select dates. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the website.
Location: | Max Bell Theatre |
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Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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Link: | theatrecalgary.com |
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Holiday in the Park Christmas Light Festival.
Every Wednesday, Thursday, Dec 22, 2021 - Dec 23, 2021 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Tickets are available for December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 & 31; tickets and dates are time specific. Welcome to the Inaugural Bison Transport Holiday In The Park Christmas Light Festival! A new family tradition for you to enjoy! Heritage Park will be the host site for everything festive: thousands of Christmas Lights, Santa Photos, Fire Pits, Ice Sculpture, Live Entertainment, Music, Mascots, Candy Cane Tent, Canada Land, Rainbow Lane, Snow Soccer (for kids ages 2 to 5), Movie-in-the-Park, and much more! Heritage Park will have their famous Bakery open serving their freshest goodies (cheese buns, tarts, cookies, sausage rolls) and the Wainwright Hotel will be serving Smokies, Hot Dogs, Soups, Chili, Beverages (cold and hot)! For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the website.
Calgary Flames Grade 6 Activities.
Everyday from Aug 1, 2021 - Dec 31, 2021 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The YMCA is excited to offer Calgary Flames Grade 6 activities live and in person in a safe and fun outdoor environment and a virtual at-home experience! This free membership supported by the Calgary Flames Foundation is still available and will be extended to expire December 31, 2021 for any children that began their membership after August 1, 2020. Grade 6 Memberships for 2021/2022 school year will be available as of August 1, 2021. Programming will return to in-person in the coming weeks and months with some virtual resources also being offered. For more information, visit the website.
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!
Sensory Santa at Southcentre’s Enchanted Forest.
Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Nov 13, 2021 - Dec 24, 2021 at 9:30 am - 10:00 am
Takes place Mondays to Saturdays, November 13 to December 24. Sensory Santa is a time for children with sensory sensitivities and mobility issues to experience the magic of visiting Santa in a sensory-friendly environment. To ensure social distancing, all visits with Santa must be booked in advance. A special North Pole mailbox will also be available for children to send their holiday wish lists and letters to Mr. Claus. The Enchanted Forest will also feature enhanced sanitization protocols between each visit, one-way traffic flow, designated entrance and exit points, clearly marked waiting zones, minimal touch points, temperature checks, mandatory hand sanitization upon entry, and all staff will be fully vaccinated.
Meals on Wheels Holiday Cookie Kitchen.
Everyday from Nov 12, 2021 - Dec 24, 2021 at 9:45 am - 8:00 pm
This year, the Southcentre Mall Cookie Kitchen will return in support of Meals on Wheels. Stop by the Cookie Kitchen, located on the main level across from RW&Co, to decorate a cookie in exchange for a donation to Meals on Wheels and help Southcentre Mall reach the $16,000 fundraising goal. Decorate onsite or take a cookie decorating kit home. Cookies made by local bakery, Bakeri by Jess. Volunteers are also encouraged to sign up for shifts,
www.mealsonwheels.com/events/2021/12/4/event-volunteer-opportunity-cookie-factory Bear Street Holiday Market.
Everyday from Dec 17, 2021 - Dec 24, 2021 at 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Takes place Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays until December 12. Fridays: 4 to 9pm. Saturdays & Sundays: 10 am to 6pm. Then daily, December 17 to 24 & 26 to 31, 10am 6pm. Bundle up, grab a hot chocolate, and enjoy a stroll through the all-new Bear Street Holiday Market! Located in the heart of downtown Banff, the Bear Street Holiday Market features local artisans, retailers, and food stalls. Embrace the holiday spirit as you browse the market stalls for holiday gifts and delights and round off your experience with a bite to eat at one of Bear Street's many cozy restaurants.
Once Upon a Christmas at Heritage Park.
Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Dec 20, 2021 - Dec 23, 2021 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Takes place on Saturdays & Sundays: December 4 & 5, 11 & 12, 18 & 19, and Monday to Thursday, December 20 to 23. Experience the magic of Christmas past at Heritage Park in Calgary! This holiday tradition returns for 10 days of festive fun and old-fashioned Christmas charm, including horse-drawn wagon rides, visits with Santa, crackling fires and hot chocolate, Christmas carols and holiday crafts, shopping, and more!
Location: | Heritage Park: 1900 Heritage Drive SW |
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Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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Link: | heritagepark.ca |
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Christmas in the Country Art Sale.
Every Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Nov 12, 2021 - Dec 22, 2021 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Now until December 22 (excluding Mondays). Enjoy a whole lot of Christmas cheer in Alberta’s beautiful Foothills region! Fine craft and artworks by local artists will be featured in the galleries of the historic Leighton home and at
www.shop.leightoncentre.org.
Beautiful decorations, gorgeous art, and the home’s historic ambiance combine to make visiting in person a memorable part of your family’s holiday season. Discover over 100 talented artists and find unique gifts for your loved ones. Free parking and admission is by donation. Spectacular Rocky Mountain views included!
Friendship at Artpourings Studio.
Every Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Dec 15, 2021 - Jan 31, 2022 at 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Bring a friend to the studio and get your admission free! From December 15 to January 31,
Artpourings Studio is celebrating friendship! Bring a friend who has never been to the studio and introduce them to the fun! Artists can choose many different materials and ways to create at the studio. From painting to sewing, drawing to simple electronics. Creativity is Artpourings' jam!
Stage West For Kids Presents, The 12 Days of Christmas.
Everyday from Nov 27, 2021 - Dec 24, 2021 at 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Join Stage West for a children’s version of dinner theatre! For starters, Stage West displays an incredible kid-friendly buffet complete with all the favorites: hot dogs, pizza, ice cream, and much more. Visit the 'purchase tickets' tab for dates and times. Siblings Brittany and Jonathan are getting ready for Christmas morning and each believes they can get the other a perfect Christmas gift. Once a little competition enters into the equation, the stakes are raised over and over again in an attempt to 'out-gift' each other. In a tale based on the classic carol with a modern spin, "The 12 Days of Christmas" touches the holiday spirit of the whole family and reminds us that the best gifts come from the heart.
Community Education Service - Free Online Presentations: Child and Youth Health and Mental Health Topics.
Everyday from Dec 2, 2021 - Dec 31, 2022 at 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm
Expert speakers will deliver timely, credible information and best-practice strategies to support the development and mental health of a child or youth in your life. Previously recorded presentations are also available for viewing:
https://youtu.be/tLbDa8Vlutk Banff & Lake Louise Tourism Presents, In Search of Christmas Spirit.
Everyday from Nov 24, 2021 - Jan 1, 2022 at 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm
Takes place November 24 to January 1. Check website for dates and times available to book. Discover the wonder of Christmas in Banff National Park this holiday season. Banff & Lake Louise Tourism is proud to present, In Search of Christmas Spirit - a live Christmas story told by the wildlife of Banff National Park and delivered by a sensory extravaganza of light and sound. This is a free outdoor event hosted on select nights of the holiday season. The experience is ticketed for your comfort and enjoyment. You must reserve tickets for all members of your party, other than children 2 years old and under. There is no group ticket option. For full details, visit the website.
Calgary Zoo - ZOOLIGHTS.
Everyday from Dec 4, 2021 - Dec 24, 2021 at 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Takes place November 19 to January 2 (excluding November 23, 28 & 30 and December 3, 25 & 31). ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is back for its 25th year! This year's ZOOLIGHTS will feature exciting new themed areas and activities including a 25th anniversary Memory Lane, the Nutcracker in the ENMAX Conservatory, and an all-new “Tunnel of Light,” a tribute to Canada’s wetland, a holiday Zoo Market, and a very special “Dinos at Night” experience like you have never seen before! Of course, the Zoo is bringing back all the classic activities everyone has come to love like the Skating Rink, Fire pits, and Rival Axe Throwing.
ZOOLIGHTS comes to life at night with twinkling lights at every turn, including over 200 light figurines, along with interactive and choreographed light displays. The lights are turned on at 5pm nightly and run until 9pm. It takes approximately 90 minutes to 2 hours to experience all that ZOOLIGHTS has to offer - but you are able to stay for as little or as long as you like!
Location: | Calgary Zoo: 210 St. George's Drive NE |
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Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids, Parent's Night Out |
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Link: | calgaryzoo.com/zoolights |
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Get Your Glow on at the Airdrie Festival of Lights!.
Everyday from Dec 1, 2021 - Dec 31, 2021 at 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Airdrie Festival of Lights glows nightly from December 1 to 31. You can also ring in 2022 with the New Year' Eve Family-Friendly Dance Party! Enjoy Western Canada’s largest free outdoor walk-through Christmas Light Display! Something magical is coming on December 1 as the first-ever Coca-Cola Canada Holiday Truck Tour will be making a stop at the festival! Bring your family and friends to experience the magic, and snap and share a festive selfie with the Holiday truck and Santa! More festive fun includes activities for families, courtesy of TELUS, Santa visits, kids activities with Community Links, Santa's Reindeer are back, a holiday performance by Ambition Performing Arts, and more! The festival is free but they cannot glow without you! Donations are gratefully accepted.
Location: | Nose Creek Park in Airdrie |
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Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Parent's Night Out, Youth Activities |
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Link: | airdrielights.com |
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35th Annual Lions' Festival of Lights.
Everyday from Nov 27, 2021 - Jan 9, 2022 at 6:00 pm - 12:00 am
The Lions Festival of Lights take place November 27 to January 9. Enjoy an evening out with friends and/or family as you meander your way through beautiful twinkling holiday lights!
Location: | Confederation Park: Along 14 Street NW, North of 24 Avenue. |
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Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Parent's Night Out |
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Link: | lionsfestivaloflights.ca |
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The Taylor Centre & the Heebee-jeebees Present: A Christmas Booster.
> Wednesday Dec 22, 2021 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Heebee-jeebees are Calgary's favorite non-traditional Christmas tradition. With yuletide laughs and festive harmonies, the guys are sure to feature some unique holiday surprises as they celebrate their 28th Christmas together.
The Heebee-jeebees are the most fun you've ever heard. Please bring a cash or non-perishable donation for the Calgary Food Bank.
Paws with Claws at Southcentre’s Enchanted Forest.
Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Nov 13, 2021 - Dec 24, 2021 at 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Takes place Mondays through Saturdays, November 13 to December 24. Pet owners are invited to bring their furry friends to experience a ‘Paws with Claus’ photo opportunity with Santa during select times. To ensure social distancing, all visits with Santa must be booked in advance.
The Enchanted Forest will also feature enhanced sanitization protocols between each visit, one-way traffic flow, designated entrance and exit points, clearly marked waiting zones, minimal touch points, temperature checks, mandatory hand sanitization upon entry, and all staff will be fully vaccinated.