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Saturday, August 17th, 2024

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St. Patrick’s Island Sunday Funday.
Everyday from Jul 13, 2024 - Sep 29, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Every Sunday you can head to The Rise for games like ladder ball, parachutes, giant Jenga, badminton, Connect 4, and more.
Location:The Rise on St. Patrick's Island
Category:Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids
Link:http://evexperience.com
Chinatown Street Festival.
> Saturday Aug 17, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Features street performances, food stalls, and cultural exhibits celebrating Filipino culture.
Location:Chinatown
Category:Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances
Storybook Theatre Presents: Heathers The Musical.
Everyday from Aug 16, 2024 - Aug 31, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Welcome to Westerberg High, where Veronica Sawyer is just another nobody dreaming of better days. But when she is invited to join the beautiful and impossibly cruel Heathers, rulers of the high school halls, Veronica’s dreams of popularity may finally come true.
Location:Beddington Theatre Arts Centre
Category:Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances
Link:http://storybooktheatre.org
Alberta on the Plate.
Everyday from Aug 9, 2024 - Aug 18, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Alberta on the Plate showcases the incredible bounty that is grown and produced across our beautiful province. Throughout the year, we celebrate and share the Alberta food story by introducing you to the people and businesses that grow, raise, create, and support the agri-food industry in Alberta.
Location:Various Locations
Category:Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Parent's Night Out
Link:http://albertaontheplate.com
Expo Latino.
Everyday from Aug 16, 2024 - Aug 18, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Celebrate Latin culture with live music, dance performances, and food at Prince's Island Park.
Location:Prince's Island Park
Category:Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances
Link:http://expolatino.com
Carifest Calgary .
Everyday from Aug 16, 2024 - Aug 18, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Carifest celebrates the fusion of the Caribbean’s varied cultural components into a vibrant, dynamic, ambiance that draws millions of visitors to the Caribbean region each year at Millenium Park.
Location:Millenium Park
Category:Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances
Link:http://carifestcalgary.com
Ultimate Summer Challenge.
Everyday from Jul 1, 2024 - Aug 31, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Join the Ultimate Summer Challenge, Calgary Public Library’s largest program for readers and learners of all ages! The challenge is simple: read every day this summer. With free access to books and resources at the Library, it is something all Calgarians can participate in. Plus, you’ll be eligible for incredible grand prizes, including KiwiCrate subscriptions, iPads and more.
Location:Online
Category:Family Fun, Fun for Kids
Link:http://calgarylibrary.ca/library-news/celebrate-summer-with-the-ultimate-summer-challenge/
Alberta Open Farm Days .
Everyday from Aug 17, 2024 - Aug 18, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
o Alberta Open Farms Days brings Albertans together through educational and experiential agricultural-based initiatives to learn about where your food comes from. Some of Alberta's most talented chefs will be hosting farm-to-table culinary events around the province using Alberta farm products.
Location:Various Locations
Category:Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Open House & Tours
Link:http://albertaopenfarmdays.ca
Bugs & Bytes Summer Science at TELUS Spark.
Everyday from Jun 12, 2024 - Sep 2, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
From ants to algorithms, Spark is buggin’ out with science this summer! TELUS Spark is buzzing with excitement as the science centre kicks off an epic summer of Bugs & Bytes! Guests are in for a summer full of exploring the secrets of both the digital and natural worlds while getting curious about science.
Location:TELUS Spark
Category:Family Fun, Fun for Kids
Link:http://sparkscience.ca
Summer Skirmish at the Military Museums.
Everyday from Aug 17, 2024 - Aug 18, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Almost 200 years of warfare comes to life in a weekend of scripted battle reenactments and demonstrations.
Location:Military Museums
Category:Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances
Link:http://themilitarymuseums.ca
Immersive Disney Animation at the BMO Centre.
Everyday from Jun 12, 2024 - Aug 18, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Experience iconic Disney songs like never before. Custom-designed features will take your Disney experience to the next level. Become part of the stories you love at Immersive Disney Animation!
Location:BMO Centre
Category:Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances
Link:http://disneyimmersive.com
Rosebud Theatre Presents: Little Women.
Everyday from Jun 7, 2024 - Aug 21, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Louisa May Alcott’s timeless, captivating story of the March family is brought to life in this glorious musical filled with personal discovery, heartache and hope. Jo March weaves the story of her and her sisters, Meg, Beth and Amy, and their adventures growing up in the wake of America’s Civil War.
Location:Rosebud Theatre
Category:Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out
Link:http://rosebudtheatre.com
Globalfest: International Fireworks Festival.
Everyday from Aug 15, 2024 - Aug 24, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
GlobalFest at Elliston Park is an annual celebration of Calgary’s multicultural communities, featuring pavilions, performances, international food, children’s programming and fireworks.
Location:Elliston Park
Category:Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out
Link:http://globalfest.ca
Stage West Dinner Theatre Presents: A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline.
Everyday from Jun 28, 2024 - Sep 1, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Patsy was never shy about self-promotion and impressed everyone the moment they heard her. Featuring all her biggest hits from Walkin’ After Midnight, I Fall to Pieces, Crazy (written by Willie Nelson), She’s Got You, Leavin’ on Your Mind, Sweet Dreams, Faded Love, and all the way to her last single release of A Closer Walk with Thee.
Location:Stage West Dinner Theatre
Category:Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out
Link:http://stagewestcalgary.com
Calgary Night Markets at Heritage Park.
Every Saturday, Jun 29, 2024 - Sep 14, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Shop for a wide variety of artisan products made by local vendors every week in the Park’s front plaza. From one-of-a-kind jewelry to mouthwatering treats, and a whole lot more, there’s a diverse array of discoveries waiting for you.
Location:Heritage Park
Category:Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Fun for Kids
Link:http://heritagepark.ca
Watercolour Painting at Stephansson House.
> Saturday Aug 17, 2024 at 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Are you an artist looking for inspiration? Come out to our site and be inspired by the rural landscape and beautiful historical Stephansson House. Get creative and do some watercolour painting. Try painting flowers like wild roses and lilacs, and birds like the American yellow warbler and downy woodpecker that you can find on site. Program free with admission.
Location:Stephansson House 2230 Twp Rd 371 Red Deer County, AB T4G 0M9
Category:Drop in & Ongoing Activities, Family Fun
Link:https://stephanssonhouse.ca/events
Bug Soup at Bow Habitat Station.
Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Jul 7, 2024 - Aug 31, 2024 at 11:00 am - 12:00 am
Have you ever wondered why so many wild creatures seem to love marshes? The secret lies in all the delicious nutritious bugs lurking in the murk! Dip into this nutrient-rich water and discover all the interesting and tasty creepy crawlies that call wetland waters home.
Location:Bow Habitat Station
Category:Family Fun, Fun for Kids
Link:http://bowhabitat.alberta.ca
NMC Presents: Rock the Nation — International Hits and Canadian Classics.
Every Sunday, Saturday, May 11, 2024 - Aug 25, 2024 at 12:00 pm - 12:00 am
Rock the Nation is a live tribute show of Canada’s best-known hits from the past 60 years. Produced by Annerin Productions, hear the soundtrack to generations every Saturday and Sunday at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, from May 11 to August 25.
Location:Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre
Category:Family Fun, Free Events, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out
Link:http://www.studiobell.ca/whats-on/rock-the-nation
Stories from The Confluence Daily Walking Tour.
Everyday from Aug 1, 2024 - Aug 31, 2024 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Take a 60-minute guided walking tour around the vibrant lands at The Confluence and learn some of the many histories of this significant place, including the history of the NWMP and their contribution to the birth of the city of Calgary, the railway, and the ways that many people have used this site since time immemorial. The walk is approximately 1.5 km and covers various terrains. Walks take place rain or shine, so come dressed for the weather. Recommended for ages 10 and up. Access to the cultural centre requires additional admission. *Excludes Aug. 16-18, 25.
Cost:$10.00
Location:The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland 750 9 Ave SE Calgary, AB T2G 5E1
Category:Open House & Tours, Talks, Workshops & Seminars
Link:https://www.theconfluence.ca/events/walking-tour
Heritage Park Night Market.
Every Saturday, Jun 29, 2024 - Sep 14, 2024 at 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Guests will have the opportunity to shop from local vendors and enjoy some snacks and live entertainment, as well as explore the various shops in the Heritage Park Plaza.
Location:Heritage Park
Category:Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out
Link:http://heritagepark.ca
4th Street Night Market .
> Saturday Aug 17, 2024 at 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Back for its fourth summer, you can expect to see vendors selling everything from handmade jewellery and home decor items to food, apparel, planters and more at the 4th Street Night Market.
Location:4th Street at Elbow Drive S.W
Category:Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Parent's Night Out
Link:http://4thstreetnightmarket.ca

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