European Christmas Village Market and Fireworks.
Everyday from Nov 30, 2022 - Dec 11, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
the European Christmas Village Market will provide you with an amazing, fun-filled family event at Bearspaw Lifestyle Centre. You will enjoy shopping from the Edelweiss booth to a variety of vendors each weekend. There will be story time, Santa’s workshop, skating and sleigh rides.
| Location: | Bearspaw Lifestyle Centre |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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| Link: | http://bearspawlc.org |
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Christmas at the Hive.
Everyday from Nov 30, 2022 - Dec 10, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
This annual event at Chinook Honey Company in Okotoks offers family fun and fundraising for the Foothills Country Hospice Society. Visit the animals, taste mead and learn all about bees and honey. You can partake in beeswax snow candle making, s’mores by the fire, honey taffy making, hot chocolate and enjoying mulled mead.
Granary Road’s Christmas Market.
Everyday from Nov 30, 2022 - Dec 18, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
An enchanting celebration of the holidays that starts with our stunning Market with 40-foot vaulted ceilings, exposed trusses and lighting reminiscent of days gone by.
| Location: | Granary Road |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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| Link: | http://granaryroad.com |
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Christmas Sleigh Rides.
Everyday from Nov 30, 2022 - Dec 24, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
roundup the whole family for horse-drawn sleigh rides this holiday season at Horsin Around. Go dashing through the snow on a two-horse open sleigh with breath taking views of the Calgary Skyline. and warm up to the camp fire with a cup of hot chocolate.
| Location: | Horsin' Around |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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| Link: | http://horsinaround.ca |
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Christmas at The Castle.
Everyday from Nov 26, 2022 - Dec 26, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Fairmont Banff Springs’ annual ‘Christmas at the Castle’ programming features holiday events, activities, and exclusive dining experiences that are as enchanting as one will ever find. Though primarily offered to hotel guests, visitors who are not staying at the hotel can still experience the grandeur of the castle by joining a Eat the Castle culinary tour of the Fairmont Banff Springs, or by taking in a live performance of A Christmas Carol with the whole family.
Elf The Musical.
Everyday from Nov 25, 2022 - Dec 31, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Beddington Theatre Arts Centre presents this title known the world over. This modern-day holiday classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. After all, the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.
| Location: | Beddington Theatre Arts Centre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://storybooktheatre.org |
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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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Nightrise at Banff Gondola.
Everyday from Nov 24, 2022 - Dec 31, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Pursuit unveils an immersive experience of light, sound and wonder with the launch of Nightrise, a multi-sensory winter experience at the Banff Gondola. This unique winter activity merges multimedia, storytelling and nature for a new and inspiring perspective at such an iconic Banff location. Learn more at banffjaspercollection.com.
Legacy Christmas Lights.
Everyday from Nov 24, 2022 - Jan 15, 2023 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Legacy will light up the south end of the city with more than a million Christmas lights in a cheery display throughout the community as one of Calgary’s largest free light displays.
| Location: | Community of Legacy |
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| Category: | Drop in & Ongoing Activities, Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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| Link: | http://legacyresidents.ca |
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Storybook Theatre's Elf The Musical .
Everyday from Nov 25, 2022 - Dec 31, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
A title known the world over, Elf The Musical is a must-produce holiday musical that can easily become an annual tradition for any theatre. Based on the cherished 2003 New Line Cinema hit, Elf features songs by Tony Award nominees Matthew Sklar (The Wedding Singer) and Chad Beguelin (Disney's Aladdin on Broadway), with a book by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers, Hairspray) and Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone). This modern-day holiday classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. After all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear.
Glow Calgary .
Everyday from Nov 25, 2022 - Dec 31, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Introducing a brand new Christmas Festival–a unique experience in Calgary for the first time. Christmas Around The World - Santa crosses the globe to bring gifts to the children of the world. Can you help him? Celebrate Christmas magic in China, India, The Netherlands, Mexico, France, and England, all in one night, and all under the glow of a million twinkle lights. The breathtaking space is over 70,000 square feet, and brings a majestic winter wonderland completely indoors.
Complete your travels with a visit to the North Pole and meet the man himself–Saint Nick!
| Location: | Nutrien Western Events Centre in Stampede Park |
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| Link: | http://glowyyc.ca |
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Canmore Rotary Festival of Trees.
Everyday from Nov 30, 2022 - Dec 31, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
a community-based holiday celebration with decorated trees, wreaths, gingerbread houses, and special events and activities for the entire family. It is free to view and walk through the forest of trees and magical Candy Cane Lane.
Alberta Theatre Project’s The Jungle Book.
Everyday from Nov 30, 2022 - Dec 31, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
This holiday season, escape into the jungles of India with this vibrant reimagining of the legend of the boy raised by wild animals at Martha Cohen Theatre.
Breakfast with Santa at Scenic Acres.
> Saturday Dec 10, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Join Scenic Acres Community Association for a pancake breakfast with the big man himself! There will be time for pictures, crafts and a delicious meal! Learn more at eventbrite.ca.
Home for the Holidays at Lunchbox Theatre.
Everyday from Dec 9, 2022 - Dec 18, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
When a flight from Orlando to Calgary gets grounded on Christmas Eve, it leaves four strangers stranded together in the airport. Ella is a Christmas enthusiast who insists on not only making friends with everyone but hosting an airport Christmas. A world premiere production of a heartfelt and funny new holiday musical, created by Calgary artists and developed right here at Lunchbox Theatre.
Stories, Crafts and S’mores at Fort Calgary.
> Saturday Dec 10, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Get cozy around a roaring fire for this family-friendly event at Fort Calgary. Storyteller Jeff Murray will share fascinating stories about winters in early Calgary and the people who lived here. After stories and s’mores, come inside to make your own sketchbook and draw the beautiful winter scenery around Fort Calgary.
Willow Park Village’s Winter Wonderland.
> Saturday Dec 10, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
mark your calendars for some whimsical winter fun in Willow Park Village! Finish up your holiday shopping then stop by Santa’s workshop for complimentary gift wrapping. Plus, festive activities for the entire family: an interactive scavenger hunt to put you into the holiday spirit, photos in Santa’s sleigh, roaming Christmas carollers, and don’t forget to say ‘hi’ to the friendly farm animals of Butterfield Acres.
| Location: | Willow Park Village |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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Nutcracker (in a nutshell).
Everyday from Dec 10, 2022 - Dec 11, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
an engaging and fun performance for the whole family! This watch-and-play performance takes children through the classical ballet in just 30 minutes at Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton. After the “fuss-friendly” performance, children are invited to join the performers to dance, play and more. There are crafts for the children 30 minutes ahead of each show.
IKEA VinterFest.
Everyday from Dec 9, 2022 - Dec 18, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
With events like JULBORD (smorgasbord!), the Holiday Market, the Santa experience, and in-store and virtual holiday workshops. Be sure to stop by for Santa on December 10 to 11 from 12pm to 5pm.
| Location: | IKEA |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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| Link: | http://ikea.com |
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Tiny Tim’s Christmas Carol at the Pumphouse Theatre.
Everyday from Dec 9, 2022 - Dec 17, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The Workshop Theatre Society is proud to present Tiny Tim’s Christmas Carol written by Matthew Thompson.
Sparkle Sparkle at TELUS Spark.
Everyday from Nov 30, 2022 - Jan 2, 2023 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The science centre is open late every night, and full of holiday surprises! Starting at 5pm, guests will experience the magic of Goodnight Moon, holiday carollers, quirky characters on stilts, a robot dog, crack open a geode, and so much more! Guests can enjoy the whole science centre - with a holiday twist. Learn more at .
Christmas Lights in Legacy 2022.
Everyday from Dec 1, 2022 - Jan 15, 2023 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
What was once a one-off way to dazzle local residents, has now turned into an annual family-friendly event that brings everyone from Calgary and area. Join us for a drive through the Legacy Community in the southeast of Calgary, to enjoy a wondrous Christmas lights display of more than one million lights.
| Location: | Legacy Community in the southeast of Calgary |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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Calgary Philharmonic Presents Home Alone in Concert.
Everyday from Dec 9, 2022 - Dec 10, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
A true holiday favorite, this beloved comedy classic features renowned composer John Williams’ charming and delightful score performed live to picture by the Calgary Phil at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Hilarious and heart-warming, Home Alone is holiday fun for the entire family.
| Location: | Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://calgaryphil.com |
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Canadian Pacific Holiday Train 2022.
Everyday from Dec 9, 2022 - Dec 13, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The Canadian Pacific (CP) Holiday Train program is returning to the rails to raise money, food, and awareness for food banks and hunger issues. Find out where and when you can see it in Calgary and the area by visiting cpr.ca/holidaytrain.
| Location: | Various Locations |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | cpr.ca/holidaytrain |
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The Elves and the Shoemaker.
Everyday from Nov 24, 2022 - Dec 24, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
With only a few days left before Christmas, siblings Ezra and Charlie Wishniski are struggling to make ends meet. With limited supplies and no one stopping by their shop, a good Christmas seems like a faraway dream. But, when two elves are sent by Santa to help, their fortunes begin to turn around. Can the elves help in time to give the Wishniski’s the Christmas they hoped for?
Hot Chocolate Trail in Banff.
Everyday from Nov 24, 2022 - Jan 1, 2023 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
bundling up isn’t the only way to stay warm while exploring Banff and Lake Louise. The Hot Chocolate Trail is a treasure map of local restaurants and cafés offering 29 limited-time holiday-themes hot chocolates. With alcoholic and non-alcoholic options like the Alpine Cherry boozy hot chocolate from one of Banff’s newest restaurants, Brazen, to the Ferrero Rocher Hot Chocolate at JK Bakery & Café, there’s something for everyone. Dine in or take yours to go, but don’t forget to bring a reusable mug with you to reduce waste.
Jubilations Dinner Theatre presents The Office: A Pop Rock Comedy.
Everyday from Nov 3, 2022 - Jan 14, 2023 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
A hilarious take on the goings on at a small paper company office with Jim, Pam, Michael, and Dwight.
Free Online Coding Workshop for Grade 1-12 Students.
Everyday from Jan 1, 1970 - Dec 31, 2024 at 12:00 am - 7:00 pm
Free Online Coding Workshop for Grade 1-12 Students
Daily starts at 18 PM
Dive into the magical world of coding with personalized guidance from expert mentors!
What Will You Learn?
Game Development
Animation
Website Development
App Development
Book a free coding session:
https://cdg.al/iVf5P
Session Highlight:
1:1 live online session
Hands-on, learning with an expert mentor
STEM.org-accredited certification for participation
| Location: | Online/Virtual
Link - https://cdg.al/iVf5P |
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| Category: | Drop in & Ongoing Activities, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Talks, Workshops & Seminars |
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| Link: | https://cdg.al/iVf5P |
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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!
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's Ultimate Halloween Party Menagerie Halloween.
Everyday from Jan 1, 1970 - Oct 27, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:59 am
A Wicked Throwback Halloween Party for the 35+ crowd! All in support of AARCS (Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society)
This Party has EVERYTHING! Old school Halloween games, Scavenger Hunt, burlesque performances, dancing to hits from 70's to 90's. Win 2 tickets anywhere Westjet flies!
Goodnight Moon Digital Immersion Experience at TELUS Spark.
Everyday from Nov 9, 2022 - Jan 2, 2023 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The world’s first and only Goodnight Moon digital immersion experience takes the famous bedtime story off the page and into a massive pixel playground, where kids and adults alike can travel through a star-filled tunnel, hear the story and interact with characters and objects from the story’s visual universe.
A Mighty Shrek Christmas.
Every Saturday, Nov 5, 2022 - Jan 15, 2023 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Jubilations Junior presents A Mighty Shrek Christmas – a production written for kids, and a meal designed with kids in mind.
| Location: | Jubilations Dinner Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://jubilations.ca |
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In Search of Christmas Spirit.
Every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Nov 23, 2022 - Dec 17, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Taking place at the Cascade of Time Gardens, this live Christmas story told by the animals of Banff National Park is a multi-sensory experience for the whole family. Following some enhancements this year, the experience is elevated.
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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Christmas in the Country Art Sale.
Everyday from Nov 24, 2022 - Dec 21, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Enjoy a whole lot of Christmas cheer in Alberta’s beautiful Foothills region. The Leighton Art Centre is featuring fine crafts and artwork by local artists in the galleries of the historic Leighton home and on the online shopping site this November and December.
Banff Mountaintop Christmas.
Everyday from Nov 19, 2022 - Dec 30, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Christmas activities galore can be found atop Sulphur Mountain at the Banff Gondola’s Mountaintop Christmas, featuring a Santa Claus photo-op on top of the world, holiday crafts, a holiday movie screening, and more.
Once Upon A Christmas at Heritage Park.
Every Sunday, Saturday, Nov 24, 2022 - Dec 18, 2022 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
One of Calgary's most iconic holiday events, with hands-on activities and entertainment sure to delight guests of all ages. Come get your fix of wholesome holiday cheer!
| Location: | Heritage Park |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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| Link: | http://heritagepark.ca |
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Potion Putt – A Wizardry Minigolf Course.
Everyday from Nov 9, 2022 - Jan 22, 2023 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Test your magic and wizarding putt putt skills on the golf course. A crazy golf course inspired by famous fantasy and fiction Wizards is coming to Springbank Links Golf Club this year. Embark on nine wand-erful holes of magic and encounter smoking cauldrons, tasty beverages, and magical portals along the way. You may even be required to cast a few spells in order to excel and complete the mystical challenge.
Once Upon a Christmas at Heritage Park.
Every Sunday, Saturday, Dec 3, 2022 - Dec 18, 2022 at 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Escape to the magic of Christmas past!
| Location: | Heritage Park |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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| Link: | http://heritagepark.ca |
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Celebrate Winter Wonderland at the Library.
Everyday from Dec 10, 2022 - Dec 18, 2022 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
A Winter Wonderland is coming to Calgary Public Library!
Join us at Central and Memorial Park libraries from December 10 – 18 to enjoy free, family-friendly programming celebrating the season. Enjoy cozy treats, live music, movie screenings, and more! Special events include:
• Mayor’s Holiday Storytime at Central on Dec 10
• Olympian Catriona Le May Doan at Central on Dec 14
• Harry Potter Trivia Night at Memorial Park on Dec 16
Full event schedule at calgarylibrary.ca/upcoming-events
| Location: | Central Library | 800 3 St SE
Memorial Park Library | 1221 2 St SW |
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| Category: | Drop in & Ongoing Activities, Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Playtime & Story Time |
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| Link: | calgarylibrary.ca/upcoming-events |
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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/tLbDa8VlutkCoca-Cola Caravan Tour.
> Saturday Dec 10, 2022 at 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Coca-Cola is celebrating with its Iconic Coca-Cola Caravan Tour! With hundreds of Canadian stops, the Caravan Tour will spread holiday joy to communities over shared experiences and moments of magic. Since lighting up the small screen in a TV ad that first aired in the mid-1990s, the Coke Caravan has signaled the start of the festive season for nearly three decades, and it is thrilled to be stopping in Calgary this year!
| Location: | 555 Saddledome Rise SE |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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Drop n Shop at the YYC Nature & Education Centre.
> Saturday Dec 10, 2022 at 5:00 pm - 12:00 am
Do some last-minute shopping while your kids enjoy an animal experience at the Nature
Centre! Kids will do a coloring sheet and craft, and meet mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians
and invertebrates over two hours.
ZOOLIGHTS.
Everyday from Nov 18, 2022 - Jan 8, 2023 at 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Calgary Zoo is full of twinkling lights and the classic holiday activities you’ve come to love! This year’s ZOOLIGHTS will feature activities such as ice skating, fire pits, and much more!
34th Annual Lions Festival of Lights.
Everyday from Nov 26, 2022 - Jan 8, 2023 at 6:00 pm - 12:00 am
This year’s display will feature Merry Christmas greetings in 15 languages together with the Candy Canes and Shooting Stars along 14 Street!
Airdrie Festival of Lights.
Everyday from Dec 1, 2022 - Dec 31, 2022 at 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Located in Airdrie’s Nose Creek Park, the Airdrie Festival of Lights is a beautiful, outdoor walk-through lights experience, with about a million dollars’ worth of displays and other special features.
| Location: | Nose Creek Park in Airdrie |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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| Link: | http://airdrielights.com |
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Campfire Guitar Bootcamp 101 for Youth.
Everyday from Sep 24, 2022 - Jan 26, 2023 at 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
This is a 1 hour, 10 week class held Thursday evenings at 6:00 pm, beginning September 22, 2022
Youth Campfire Bootcamp 101 for 9-13 year olds is a spinoff of the popular Campfire Bootcamp 101 for adults. Whether just beginning or experienced, students are given the opportunity to play and sing fun, varied songs appropriate to their age group. The songs are written out in an easy to understand format with basic instruction on how to approach accompaniment and soloing. Variations are included on how to expand those techniques to ensure all students reach their potential. Class size is kept small so students receive personalized instruction and the setlist is chosen primarily by the students.
Topics explored include:
Open Position Chords
Bass Lines
Singing while Playing
Simple Melodies
Basic Lead Technique
Percussive Accompaniment
No experience is necessary, however basic guitar technique is helpful. Enrollees are required to have their own instrument and a capo.
| Cost: | $235.00 |
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| Location: | Asylum for Art
2505 14 St SW
Calgary, Alberta |
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| Category: | Drop in & Ongoing Activities, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | www.ASYLUMforART.ca/academy |
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The Greatest Gift.
> Saturday Dec 10, 2022 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
What was the greatest gift that you have given? or received? This holiday season, the Calgary Children's Choir will tell you what has been the great gifts for us with our songs. It's been the resiliency through hardship, the holiday spirit, the cold wind that brings white Christmas, or Mary's lullaby. Come join us at our Christmas concert and celebrate those precious gifts.
