Museum of Failure.
Everyday from Jun 30, 2022 - Aug 31, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The worldwide touring exhibit, The Museum of Failure (MOX), is coming to Canada for the first time. MOX will be popping up in Calgary at Southcentre Mall this summer. This immersive walk-through exhibition showcases a collection of over 130 failed innovations from major brands, including Apple, Amazon, Nintendo, and more.
| Location: | Southcentre Mall |
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| Category: | Drop in & Ongoing Activities, Family Fun, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://showpass.com |
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Wagonstage 2022 presents: Bee-trayal.
Everyday from Jun 30, 2022 - Sep 4, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Bee-trayal features bees, wasps and hummingbirds in a hilarious and interactive performance where our creatures vie for the top spot as Pollinator Extraordinaire. Wagonstage Children’s Theatre is part of the University of Calgary’s School of Creative and Performing Arts.
| Location: | Wagonstage Children’s Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://arts.ucalgary.ca |
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Luminarium at Telus Spark.
Everyday from Jun 30, 2022 - Aug 1, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Imagine walking through a larger-than-life kaleidoscope or a stained glass window, sprinkle in an immersive soundscape and you have Luminarium. An 11,000-square-foot inflatable structure with 21 mesmerizing rooms, filled with vivid colours that reflect the sun’s natural light off curved walls all within a labyrinthine of tunnels.
| Location: | Telus Spark |
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| Category: | Drop in & Ongoing Activities, Family Fun, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://sparkscience.ca |
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City of Calgary Family Golf Nights.
Everyday from Jun 30, 2022 - Aug 1, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Get your kids interested in hitting the links this summer with the City of Calgary’s Family Golf Nights! Juniors (ages four to 17) golf for free when accompanied by at least one adult.
| Location: | Lakeview Golf Course and McCall Lake Golf Course |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://calgary.ca |
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#YYCBlockParty – Roller Rink on the Boulevard.
Everyday from Jun 30, 2022 - Sep 30, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Block Party is back for the third summer, bringing the same vibrant energy to Deerfoot City with a new twist – say hello to the Roller Rink on The Boulevard. Dig out your vintage roller skates (or rent some vibrant wheels) and live your best retro ‘70s summer life. Get your tickets at the door.
Granary Road Canada Day Kite Fair.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Check out some fun events where you get to decorate and fly your own kite. Registration required.
| Location: | Granary Road – Farmer's Market & Active Learning Park |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://granaryroad.com |
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Airdrie Pro Rodeo.
Everyday from Jul 1, 2022 - Jul 2, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Take in the sights and sounds of the rodeo as well as fun for the kids in a dedicated children’s area. There are also Junior Rodeo events that kids aged five 13 years old can take part in,
Earth Hour 2024.
Everyday from Jan 1, 1970 - Mar 23, 2024 at 12:00 am - 9:30 pm
Calgary Unplugged is an annual family-friendly Earth Hour event.
Date: Saturday, March 23, 2024
Time: 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Central Library (800 3 Street SE)
Join us for music, entertainment, and opportunities to experience what environmental actions you can take in Calgary. Pedal power midway games and experience how our natural world affects our daily lives. Bring personal lighting and dance to the DJ when the lights go down for the Earth Hour party!
Calgary Unplugged is hosted by The Arusha Centre's Climate Program, with support from The City of Calgary and community agencies.
If you can't make it to the event, turning off nonessential lights, "unplug" from electronics at 8:30 and reconnect with people, games or hobbies!
After Earth Hour, share your participation with #EarthHour and #EarthHourYYC.
Email
programs@arusha.org with questions.
| Location: | Location: Central Library (800 3 Street SE) |
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| Category: | Drop in & Ongoing Activities, Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Open House & Tours, Playtime & Story Time, Talks, Workshops & Seminars, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/earth-hour-calgary-unplugged-tickets-795640240377?aff=oddtdtcreator |
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Airdrie Canada Day.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Celebrate Canada Day in Airdrie and start the day off with a parade at 10am on Main Street. Enjoy the day and then head over to Chinook Winds Park at 10:45pm for fireworks
Spruce Meadows Canada Day.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Spruce Meadows is planning a Canada Day party, while they are hosting the Pan-American horse jumping competition from June 30 to July 3. There will be activities for the whole family throughout the day, shopping and show jumping.
Banff Canada Day.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Family-friendly events run throughout the day, as the town has transitioned from just a parade to a full day of Canada Day fun. Find live music and special activities all day and enjoy a fireworks finish
| Location: | Various locations |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://banff.ca |
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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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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.
Rosebud Theatre presents: Songs for a New World.
Everyday from Jun 10, 2022 - Aug 28, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Enjoy a soaring musical song cycle about a series of moments in the lives of a startling array of characters who not only survive but thrive in the face of adversity. Rosebud Theatre anchors its 2022 Season with a summer musical all about hope!
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!
Bow Habitat Kids Can Catch Trout Pond.
Everyday from May 1, 2022 - Oct 1, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Beginning May 1, the Bow Habitat Station’s Kids Can Catch Trout Pond is open for the season. This pond is stocked with rainbow trout raised in the fish hatchery for you to catch and release. Visit bowhabitat.alberta.ca for more information.
Strathmore Canada Day.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 7:30 am - 11:00 pm
Head to Kinsmen Park for loads of family entertainment, food, live music, and of course, fireworks. The day will start with a daybreak ceremony and a pancake breakfast and continue with all sorts of things that kids love, like a petting zoo, canoe rides, bouncy castles, races, and lots more.
Canada Day in Canmore.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Experience all that Canmore has to offer for Canada Day. There’s a parade at noon, a fun run, a pancake breakfast, live music, and lots more. Enjoy fireworks at dusk.
| Location: | Various locations |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://canmore.ca |
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Chestermere Canada Day.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
Enjoy a free pancake breakfast and visit the library for a special celebration. There will be kids’ games, crafts, a trading post, and other entertainment. Try some birthday cake, fireworks, and dancing under the stars.
Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo Canada Day.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Enjoy special treats, like maple Nanaimo bar sundaes (exclusively available on Canada Day) and Canada Day coloring pages for the little ones. There will be biofact stations for all ages to explore and a photo-op with a larger-than-life beaver to experience.
Banff Sunshine Village: Summer Skiing.
Everyday from Jun 30, 2022 - Jul 3, 2022 at 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Banff Sunshine Village has announced that they are reopening for summer skiing from June 28 to July 3. (Weather permitting).
Canada Day at Studio Bell.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre (NMC), is ready to rock for Canada’s birthday! Explore Canada’s rich musical history with Pay-What-You-Can admission on July 1. NMC will also be offering 50 percent off all NMC memberships purchased on July 1. Visitors can explore Canada’s musical mosaic through new exhibitions, hands-on, family-friendly activities, and pop-up performances across multiple floors.
Canada Day Millarville Races.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 10:00 am - 12:00 am
Hosted by the Millarville Racing and Agricultural Society, the Millarville Races have been an annual tradition since 1905. This year’s races include ladies’ sidesaddle, thoroughbred horse racing with Pari-Mutuel Betting, stock races, and pack horse races. Children can also participate in activities such as face painting, a petting zoo, foot races, and more.
Canada Day at Bar U Ranch.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Ride into history on a wagon pulled by draft horses to discover the life of a ranching cowboy from the late 1800s at the Bar U Ranch National Historic Site. Try your hand at cowboy skills, learn about the old-style ranching ways, wander through the rustic and authentic buildings or sit around the campfire and listen to old-time tales.
| Location: | Bar U Ranch National Historic Site |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://pc.gc.ca |
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Canada Day at Heritage Park.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
you can enjoy the antique midway, train and boat rides and celebrate the old-fashioned way and enjoy some treats from one of the Heritage Park food vendors. The first 1,000 guests will be treated to a mini butter tart and special entertainment.
BownessFest Canada Day Festival.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Enjoy live entertainment, a free community barbeque, a local vendor market, food trucks, and family fun activities. You can also enter the Canada Day poetry contest. Don’t miss the 20-square-foot birthday cake to celebrate Canada’s 155th birthday.
Museum of Failure.
Everyday from Jul 1, 2022 - Aug 31, 2022 at 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
The worldwide touring exhibit, The Museum of Failure (MOX), is coming to Canada for the very FIRST time! MOX will be popping up in Calgary at Southcentre Mall this summer. This immersive walk-through exhibition showcases a collection of over 130 failed innovations from major brands, including Apple, Amazon, Nintendo, and more.
From the Segway to Google Glass, some of the world's most prominent companies have produced their fair share of flops. But as the old saying goes, failure is the best teacher!
- All-ages event, bring your friends and family!
- July 1 - August 31 event dates and time slots available. End date is subject to change.
- The MOX exhibit is located at Southcentre Mall on the Southeast end of the building, between Decathlon and Craft Beer Market. Free parking upon arrival. Exterior access only.
- Bring your purchased MOX ticket to Milestones Southcentre for one free appetizer with the purchase of an entrée!
Open Aircraft Days at the Hangar Flight Museum.
Every Sunday, Friday, Saturday, Jun 30, 2022 - Sep 5, 2022 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
the No. 1 wish visitors have expressed at The Hangar Flight Museum is to be able to sit inside the historical aircraft. Now’s the chance. From June 25 to September 5, there will be Open Aircraft Days on Saturdays, Sundays, and holiday Mondays. Knowledgeable staff and volunteers will be available to answer your questions.
Canada Day at St. Patrick’s Island.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Enjoy family-friendly entertainment and the beautiful St. Patrick’s Island. There will be buskers and performers, face painting, crafts and activities, live music, an Indigenous Artisan Market, and a visit from the Calgary Fire Department.
| Location: | St. Patrick’s Island |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://calgary.ca |
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Canada Day at East Village Street Fair.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
If you’re in East Village, be sure to stop by the street fair, with over 100 vendors, musicians, and cultural performances, plus you can stop by the beer garden.
| Location: | East Village |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://calgary.ca |
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Celebrate Canada Day at Prairie Winds Park.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Enjoy your friends and family and celebrate by participating in the annual Canada Day celebrations hosted by Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at at Prairie Winds Park. Chow down at a free barbeque and check out displays and educational activities run by various City departments, and numerous fun activities and games for kids.
Okotoks Canada Day.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join the Canada Day celebration in Okotoks with family fun. Enjoy live music, treats, and family activities.
| Location: | Various locations |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://okotoks.ca |
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Canada Day at Olympic Plaza.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Head down to Olympic Plaza for a great day of music and public art. You’ll find ArtsXpeditions, presented by Arts Commons and local music, from jazz to Indigenous, country and more. Plus, it’s a great location to watch the fireworks.
| Location: | Olympic Plaza |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://calgary.ca |
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Canada Day Outdoor Carnival.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Bring out your friends & neighbours as we celebrate Canada Day together! There will be lots of fun activities in and around our property for all ages.
Admission is $5 per person (ages 3+) or $20 for a family.
Here’s a list of planned activities:
– Butterfield Acres Petting Zoo
– Face Painting
– Balloon Animals
– Glitter Tattoos
– Princess and Superhero Training
– Carnival Games
– Giant Inflatable Slide
– Obstacle Course Inflatable
We’ve also got a Toddler Play Area, the Calgary Police will be here with a squad car for photos, and Concession is available with hot dogs, pop, and chips for purchase.
924 Coffee will be open which serves Fratello coffee, Butter Block baked goods, and more!
Canada Day at Fort Calgary.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 11:30 am - 5:00 pm
Visit Fort Calgary, home to the Indigenous Showcase and Powwow (11:30am to 5pm) and the TD Canada Day Stage with a lineup of all-Canadian musicians (3pm to 11pm). There will also be walking tours starting every hour.
| Location: | Fort Calgary |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://calgary.ca |
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Cochrane Canada Day.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Head to Mitford Park for loads of family fun, live entertainment, food trucks, the Half Hitch beer gardens and fireworks.
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/tLbDa8VlutkCelebrate Canada Day with Calgary Public Library.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Join the Library for a day of fun for all ages, including The Big Borrow Book, where adults and families can get personalized reading recommendations; family storytime featuring a special guest; Indigenous crafts, games and movies; musical performances; and lots of opportunities to be artistic, from zine-making to art therapy. The first 500 people to check out books get a special gift!
Calaway Park Family Fun Nights.
Everyday from Jul 1, 2022 - Jul 2, 2022 at 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Every Friday and Saturday evening in July, you can enjoy an extra two hours at Calaway Park, as they will be open from 10am to 9pm, for the regular price of admission. If you don’t want to play all day, you can visit from 5pm to 9pm for just $21.95 (plus GST) per person!
Zoo Nights.
Everyday from Jul 1, 2022 - Jul 2, 2022 at 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The zoo will be open late over the long weekends throughout summer so you can enjoy your favorite animals and the beautiful zoo grounds a little longer. Whether you make it a date night or you bring the whole family, there’s something for everyone to enjoy
Calgary Zoo - ZOOLIGHTS.
Every Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Nov 19, 2021 - Nov 22, 2022 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, Holiday Fun, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | calgaryzoo.com/zoolights |
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Lynx Ridge Golf Club Canada Day Fireworks.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 10:45 pm - 12:00 am
Come check out northwest Calgary’s biggest fireworks display. Plenty of parking available.
| Location: | Lynx Ridge Golf Club |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://lynxridge.com |
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City of Calgary Canada Day Fireworks.
> Friday Jul 1, 2022 at 11:00 pm - 11:30 pm
End the day with a bang and fireworks off the Calgary Municipal Building. You can listen to a musical soundtrack here. Before the fireworks at 11pm, there will be a blessing by Stoney Nakoda Elder Cindy Daniels, a moment of silence to recognize the children who died and are still missing after being taken to residential schools, and a message from Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek. Watch live from anywhere with a view of the Calgary Municipal Building or watch the livestream.
| Location: | City Hall |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://calgary.ca |
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