Rehab Med Fun Day & Calgary Open House.
Saturday Jun 15, 2019 at 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Join us for a FREE family fun event for people of all ages to learn what physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists do!
Featuring: rehabilitation medicine activity booths for kids, design-your-own-waffle station and prizes.
PLUS an opportunity for prospective students to tour the Calgary satellite site and learn more about UAlberta's MSc Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Speech-Language Pathology programs and chat with current students and faculty.
Register: bit.ly/YYCFamily by June 7, 2019
| Location: | UAlberta Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine's Downtown Calgary CampusFloor 3, 906-8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1H9 |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Open House & Tours, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | http://bit.ly/YYCFamily |
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All Sport One Day 2019.
Saturday Jun 15, 2019 at 10:00 am - 2:15 pm
All Sport One Day takes place this year at 20+ locations across Calgary! ASOD is for children and youths, 6 to 17 years old, and every sport discovery session is free! Registration online is from May 21 to June 9. Prior to registration opening, it is strongly encouraged that parents create or update their online profile to save time on launch day.
| Location: | Calgary |
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| Category: | Drop in & Ongoing Activities, Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | allsportoneday.ca |
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All Sport One Day at The City of Calgary Recreation.
Saturday Jun 15, 2019 at 10:15 am - 2:15 pm
All Sport One Day at The City of Calgary Recreation. All Sport One Day is a great opportunity for children ages 6 to 12 to try out a new sport or activity! Registration begins online on All Sport One Day's website on May 21, 10am. Activities will take place at these Recreation facilities: Calgary Soccer Centre, Glenmore Athletic Park, Max Bell Centre, Renfrew Complex, Southland Leisure Centre, and Village Square Leisure Centre. To register, visit the website below.
Mad Science® Super Structures Workshop.
Saturday Jun 15, 2019 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Mad Science® Super Structures Workshop. Brought to you by The Calgary Public Library, presented by Mad Science®. Explore the world of architecture and engineering while learning about foundations, weight distribution, and the science of arches. Students will take home a Super Structure Bridge, too! Spaces are limited. Suitable for ages 6 to 12. To register, visit The Calgary Public Library website below.
| Location: | Forest Lawn Library: 4807, 8 Avenue SE |
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| Category: | Free Events, Fun for Kids, Talks, Workshops & Seminars, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | calgarylibrary.ca |
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Neighbour Day Block Party!.
Saturday Jun 15, 2019 at 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Come celebrate Neighbour Day with Made by Momma and The Happy Birthday Project! Join for some free family fun! There will be a live DJ, magician, air brush and balloon artists, a petting zoo, bouncy castles, bake sale, and more! The delicious Avatara Pizza food truck will once again be attending! Bring a donation of unopened diapers or formula to receive a $2 discount coupon for your lunch.
Neighbour Day Market & Festival.
Saturday Jun 15, 2019 at 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
This brand new event brings all of the neighbours together for a wonderful celebration! There will be local vendors displaying their unique products, as well as entertainment and amazing food! The market kicks off at Noon with a variety of shows and entertainers throughout the day. Come enjoy the splash park as well! Are you a vendor interested in participating? For more information and to download the vendor application form, visit
www.mypanoramahills.com. Send your vendor application
programs@mypanoramahills.com
Mad Science® Super Structures Workshop.
Saturday Jun 15, 2019 at 2:15 pm - 3:15 pm
Mad Science® Super Structures Workshop. Brought to you by The Calgary Public Library, presented by Mad Science®. Explore the world of architecture and engineering while learning about foundations, weight distribution, and the science of arches. Students will take home a Super Structure Bridge, too! Spaces are limited. Suitable for ages 6 to 12. To register, visit The Calgary Public Library website below.
| Location: | Fish Creek Library: 11161 Bonaventure Drive SE |
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| Category: | Free Events, Fun for Kids, Talks, Workshops & Seminars, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | calgarylibrary.ca |
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Grounder’s Grand Adventure.
Saturday Jun 15, 2019 at 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
A free storytelling concert featuring an original narration and live music!
Join Calgary’s StoryMusic for a storytelling concert featuring an original narration accompanied by live musicians. Set to the Serenade for violin, viola, and cello by Hungarian composer Ern Dohnányi, “Grounder’s Grand Adventure” is the tale of a Richardson’s ground squirrel as he finds his way in the world – a journey to the forest, an encounter with wind turbines, and more! Be a part of this unique and engaging experience. The show is most suited to children ages 0 to 9 and their families. This 45-minute event takes place at the New Central Library’s Performance Hall. Free admission, thanks to the Alberta Foundation for the Arts. Audience members will also have a chance to meet the musicians afterward and participate in an instrument petting zoo!
| Location: | Performance Hall, Central Library: 800, 3 Street SE |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Playtime & Story Time |
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| Link: | storymusiccreations.com/blog |
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Hansel and Gretel: Opera in Concert.
Saturday Jun 15, 2019 at 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Three Sisters Young Artists present an operatic twist on a classic fairy tale. This family-friendly opera by Engelbert Humperdinck and translated by Marcie Stapp welcomes opera lovers and newcomers alike!
| Cost: | $10.00 |
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| Location: | Christ Church Anglican Calgary: 3602, 8 Street SW |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | showpass.com/hansel-gretel/ |
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Fathers Day Special at Granary Road.
Sunday Jun 16, 2019 at 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Bring dad out for a day of Family Fun with the whole family! Dads get in free when you bring 2 other guests in with you. Admission for children 2 under is free!
| Cost: | $15.00 |
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| Location: | Granary Road Market |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | granaryroad.com/events |
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Rad Dad Day at Calaway Park.
Sunday Jun 16, 2019 at 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Rad Dad Day at Calaway Park. Bring your father or grandfather to celebrate how great he is! The best part? Dads and granddads get free admission when accompanied by a child.
| Location: | Calaway Park: 245033 Range Road 33, Calgary, T3Z 2E9 |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | calawaypark.com |
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Tires & Tunes - Father's Day at the Market.
Sunday Jun 16, 2019 at 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Join the Calgary Farmers' Market for a great day celebrating Tires, Tunes, and Good Times with Dad!
Dads (and their families!) will enjoy
Sporty & Classic Car Show;
Complimentary Massages for Dads, courtesy of MRU Massage; Special Giveaways; Balloons for the Kiddos; Roaming Superheroes:
10am to Noon: Spiderman, Noon to 2pm: Batman; Live Music:
10am to 12:30pm: Rohan Nicholas, Steel Drum Music: 1 to 2pm: Steel & Timber.
Father's Day at Spark.
Sunday Jun 16, 2019 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Skip the gift of socks and ties this year and bring Dad for Free at Spark, Calgary's Science Centre, for Father's Day! Challenge dad to a fully loaded burger towered with the ultimate toppings at the outdoor BBQ, or just chill out with live summer tunes, beer tastings, wicked science, and Calgary's largest outdoor playground - the Brainasium! Not only will Dad have a blast, but there will be some amazing science activities for the whole family.
| Location: | TELUS Spark: 220 St George's Drive NE |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | sparkscience.ca/fathersday |
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Father's Day at Avenida Food Hall.
Sunday Jun 16, 2019 at 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Join at Avenida Food Hall for a
far-out Father's Day! In cooperation with the Calgary Vintage Volkswagen Association, bring the family out for a Vintage Volkswagen Show and Shine.
In addition to the show and shine, make a lasting memory at the Tie Dye Station, where you can get limited edition adult and child-sized shirts along with all of the tools you need to make a DIY tie dye shirt! Shirts are $30 and a portion of the proceeds will go toward supporting the Calgary Food Bank. After checking out the show and shine, come inside and enjoy all of the amazing food, local produce and artisan goods available at Avenida Food Hall!
| Location: | Avenida Food Hall & Fresh Market: 12445 Lake Fraser Drive SE |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | avenidamarket.ca |
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10th Annual Walk for Reconciliation.
Friday Jun 21, 2019 at 8:00 am - 11:00 am
The 10th Annual Walk for Reconciliation will be held on June 21. The Walk starts at 8am at the northwest corner of the Harry Hays Building and continues along the Riverwalk to Fort Calgary. There will be a free breakfast for the first 150 participants. The event is free - no ticket is required. 8am: Walk with drummers leaves from the Harry Hays Building (220, 4 Avenue SE). 8:45am: Reconciliation ceremony at Fort Calgary with commemorative Residential School walking sticks. 9:30am: Free breakfast for the first 150 people.
10am: Keynote address. 11am: Dispersal.
National Indigenous Peoples’ Day at Heritage Park.
Friday Jun 21, 2019 at 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
A day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the heritage, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Programming runs all day and includes activities in the First Nations’ Encampment, as well as a free concert in Heritage Town Square from 6 to 8pm!
| Location: | Heritage Park Historical Village: 1900 Heritage Drive SW |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | heritagepark.ca |
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Mad Science® Brixology with Lego® Bridges Workshop.
Friday Jun 21, 2019 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Mad Science® Brixology with Lego® Bridges Workshop. Brought to you by The Calgary Public Library, presented by Mad Science®. Children work together with their fellow civil engineers to build and test different bridge designs. Learn about strong shapes and structures and create the strongest bridge possible. Each child will take home their own Truss Bridge, too! Spaces are limited. Suitable for ages 6 to 12. To register, visit The Calgary Public Library website below.
| Location: | Nose Hill Library: 1530 Northmount Drive NW |
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| Category: | Free Events, Fun for Kids, Talks, Workshops & Seminars, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | calgarylibrary.ca |
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Currie Summer Solstice Block Party.
Friday Jun 21, 2019 at 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Let the fun shine in at the Currie Summer Solstice Block Party! Join in the celebrations of the grand opening of two new community parks: Bishop Carroll Walk and Officers’ Mess Garden. The fun happens on Bishop Way SW right across from Airport Playground featuring an exciting lineup of family attractions including Roving magician + a magic show at 6pm;
two bouncy castles and oversized games; Airbrush face painters; tasty food truck treats for purchase from Fiasco Gelato, Bento Burrito, and Family Dogs; live DJ and more!
Grandparents Weekend at Calaway Park.
Every Sunday, Saturday, Jun 22, 2019 - Jun 23, 2019 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Takes place June 22 & 23, 10am to 7pm. Grandparents Weekend at Calaway Park. Come celebrate the grandparents in your family’s life! This weekend is for the kids and the kids at heart. Grandma and/or grandpa receive 50 percent off regular admission when accompanied by a grandchild.
| Location: | Calaway Park: 245033 Range Road 33, Calgary, T3Z 2E9 |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | calawaypark.com |
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Remington Race for Pace.
Saturday Jun 22, 2019 at 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
It’s time to embrace your inner hero and run or walk for children with special needs at Remington Race for Pace! Join in the fun and help Pacekids change lives by participating in a 1K Superhero Parade, 5K walk/run, or 10K run. To register for the race, visit the website.
| Location: | Remington Development Corp.: 200 Quarry Park Boulevard SE |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | raceforpace.ca |
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Solstice in the Wetlands at Ralph Klein Park.
Saturday Jun 22, 2019 at 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
This family-friendly event will introduce you to the critters of the Shepard Wetland and outline the importance of natural stewardship! Enjoy face painting, pond dipping on the ConocoPhillips Canada dock, guided walks, nature crafts, and more.
| Location: | Ralph Klein Park: 12350, 84 Street SE |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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Inidgenous Day Live Calgary.
Saturday Jun 22, 2019 at 9:30 am - 9:30 pm
On June 22, for the first time, APTN will host Indigenous Day Live from Fort Calgary (Moh'kins'tsis) as part of Aboriginal Awareness Week Calgary that runs from June 17 to 22. Indigenous Day Live is the largest national celebration in recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day and the summer solstice in Canada. There are free daytime celebrations and activities followed by an evening concert. Musical performers to be announced in May.For more information, visit the website below.
| Location: | Fort Clagary (Moh'kins'tsis ): 750, 9 Avenue SE |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | indigenousdaylive.ca |
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Father's Day BBQ Challenge at Granary Road.
Every Sunday, Saturday, Jun 22, 2019 - Jun 23, 2019 at 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Takes place June 22 & 23. Bring dad out for a Father's Day cook-off! Register dad at
www.granaryroad.com for a chance to win a brand new BBQ Package!
| Location: | Granary Road Market: 226066, 112 St. W M.D of Foothills, AB |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Drop in & Ongoing Activities, Family Fun, Free Events |
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| Link: | granaryroad.com/events |
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Popping Up in the West Location on June 22.
Saturday Jun 22, 2019 at 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
The Calgary Farmers' Market just
can't wait to open the second location in northwest Calgary, so they're popping up in Greenwich May to September. They'll be kicking off the excitement of having farm-fresh ingredients available to Calgary's west end with a fun event the whole family will enjoy. Pick up amazing ingredients, enjoy live music, see yourself in a fun new light with Garry Peck's caricatures, and visit the balloon artist, too! For more details and directions visit the website below.
Nando's Dash.
Sunday Jun 23, 2019 at 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Did someone say, “free chicken?!”
The #NandosDash is back!
From 11am to 1pm on June 23rd, you’ll be able to grab a free ¼ Chicken and PERi-PERi fries at Nando’s locations across Canada. Just bring 1 non-perishable food item to donate and Nando’s will treat you to lunch.
It’s first-come-first-serve, and you'll need to dine-in so make sure you dash there quick. While quantities last.
Are you doing the #NandosDash?
* Excluding Nando's Metrotown, Nando's Danforth and Nando's Heartland
| Location: | *Participating Nando's Locations Across Canada |
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| Category: | Drop in & Ongoing Activities, Family Fun, Free Events |
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| Link: | https://www.nandos.ca/ |
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Pop Up N’ Play with The City of Calgary Recreation at New Brighton Athletic Park.
Thursday Jun 27, 2019 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Pop Up N’ Play with The City of Calgary Recreation at New Brighton Athletic Park. Explore, create, and imagine at this fun-filled, active-based event that will involve all members of the family playing together and enjoying family fun!
| Location: | New Brighton Athletic Park: 5801,130 Avenue SE |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids |
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Mad Science® Science of Toys Preschool Workshop.
Saturday Jun 29, 2019 at 2:15 pm - 3:00 pm
Mad Science® Science of Toys Preschool Workshop. Brought to you by The Calgary Public Library, presented by Mad Science®. Through toy-themed activity centres, children will learn about motors, energy, and the centre of gravity. Each child will take home their own Spring-Thing, too! Spaces are limited. Suitable for ages 3 to 5. To register, visit The Calgary Public Library website below.
| Location: | Fish Creek Library: 11161 Bonaventure Drive SE |
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| Category: | Free Events, Fun for Kids, Talks, Workshops & Seminars |
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| Link: | calgarylibrary.ca |
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The City of Calgary Canada Day Celebrations.
Monday Jul 1, 2019 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Join Canada’s 152nd birthday celebrations taking
place across downtown. There will be a fabulous lineup of events, activities, food, music, and fun in store to help your family celebrate. Bring the family downtown to join from Fort Calgary to Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, to Prince’s Island Park - and everywhere in between! Don’t forget to cap the day off with The City’s spectacular fireworks! To check out the full lineup of festivities, visit the website.
| Location: | Downtown Calgary |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | calgary.ca/canadaday |
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Kayben Farms Summer Roundup.
Everyday from Jul 1, 2019 - Jul 7, 2019 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Takes place July 1 to 7. Celebrate our western heritage in a fun and family-friendly setting at Kayben Farms! There will be pony rides, horsemanship demonstrations, 4H demonstrations, music, food, tractor rides, and more! Use your season’s pass to get into this event. Tickets are available to purchase at a discounted rate online or purchase full price at the gate.
| Location: | Kayben Farms: 326064, 32 Street E, Okotoks, Alberta |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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| Link: | kayben.com |
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The City of Calgary Recreation Fun Summer Activities.
Everyday from Jul 1, 2019 - Aug 31, 2019 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
If you’re looking for something to do with family or friends or looking for a fun new activity for your child, check out the events and activities happening in a community near you! From Mobile Adventure Playgrounds to Music and Theatre in the Park, from Community Mobile Skateparks to Park n’ Play and Stay n’ Play, there are hundreds of activities to choose from! To find schedules and locations, visit the website.
| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | calgary.ca/free |
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Calgary Public Library Ultimate Summer Challenge 2019.
Everyday from Jul 1, 2019 - Aug 31, 2019 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Join the Calgary Public Library for hundreds of programs, plus a chance at awesome prizes! Kids and families can read (or be read to) to complete their Challenge Map for prizes and attend Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) programs. For teens, there’s the Ultimate Summer Challenge Teen Takeover, with new online challenges every week! To register, visit the website.
Dominion Day/Canada Day at Heritage Park.
Monday Jul 1, 2019 at 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Celebrate Canada Day the old-fashioned way! Enjoy a pancake breakfast, an old-fashioned parade down main street, mini chuckwagon races, family games, entertainment, and more!
| Location: | Heritage Park Historical Village: 1900 Heritage Drive SW |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | heritagepark.ca |
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Canada Day at Fort Calgary.
Monday Jul 1, 2019 at 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Experience Canada Day at Fort Calgary! Outside on the grounds, grab a bite from the food trucks’ caravan, take the kids to the Fort Calgary Kids' Zone (crafts, games, and artifacts!), meet your neighborhood champions at the Community Tent Village, get a free temporary tattoo with the Girl Guides of Canada, and see the North West Mounted Police brass band perform live! Enjoy a drink in the family-friendly indoor/outdoor beer garden located on the Fort Calgary patio, featuring Village Brewery beer and cider. Head inside the museum to enjoy some shade, the Indigenous Learning Space in Burnswest Theatre, Mountie uniform try-on station, and more! Admission by Donation!
Admission to the museum is by cash donation, or bring a non-perishable food donation to the Veterans’ Food Bank.
Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at Canada Day Celebrations.
Monday Jul 1, 2019 at 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Canada Day celebrations at Prairie Winds Park has become one of the city’s premier events attended by thousands of Calgarians representing diverse communities. There will be a BBQ, flag hoisting and national anthem presented by a group of children, recreational activities and games for kids, guided tours of Baitun Nur, one of the largest mosques in Canada, and more!
| Location: | Prairie Winds Park: 223 Castleridge Boulevard NE |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | celebratecanada.ca |
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Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre Canada Day Celebrations.
Monday Jul 1, 2019 at 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Enjoy Canada Day in Chinatown and get an introduction to many merchant and restaurant offerings. Stunning performances from multicultural talent, delicious authentic cuisine, and family-friendly activities will enhance your knowledge of cultural groups. Spin the wheel to receive discounts to cultural experiences, color your Chinese zodiac, and more!
| Location: | Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre: 197, 1 Street SW |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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Canada Day Block Party at Max Bell Centre.
Monday Jul 1, 2019 at 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm
This event boasts one of the best views of the Canada Day fireworks and includes headliner music and entertainment acts, a massive YYC vendors’ market, beer garden, a bigger than ever kids’ zone, an Indigenous village, food trucks, and more! Pet-friendly, too.
| Location: | Max Bell Centre: 1001 Barlow Trail SE |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | marketspotyyc.com/ |
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Okotoks Night Market by Marketsquare.
Thursday Jul 4, 2019 at 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for our annual free Summer Night Markets (July 4, Aug 1, Aug 22) at Ethel Tucker Park (Beside the Library). Each year we host local artisans, businesses, entertainment and food trucks. Our event supports live local music talent and we have even added a beer gardens this year. Our Summer Night Markets are fun for all ages! Bring your friends and family down for a fun evening in the park and enjoy everything we have to offer!
| Location: | Ethel Tucker Park (Beside Library)
15 Riverside Dr, Okotoks, AB T1S 2C1 |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Drop in & Ongoing Activities, Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | https://www.themarketsquare.ca/ |
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Gala Concert of the CANIMEX Canadian Music Competition.
Thursday Jul 4, 2019 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The nationwide CANIMEX Canadian Music Competition has been discovering and supporting the best musical talent in the country for more than 60 years. The competition builds to a gala in which the most accomplished emerging Canadian musicians will have the rare opportunity to perform with the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of conductor Karl Hirzer.
Tickets to the gala concert are on sale at
http://arts-tickets.ucalgary.ca/ .
Mexifest.
Every Sunday, Friday, Saturday, Jul 5, 2019 - Jul 7, 2019 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Takes place July 5 to 7. Mexifest is a family-oriented, multicultural arts and entertainment festival highlighting the Mexican culture. It is an opportunity to support Calgary’s Mexican community while encouraging multiculturalism among all Calgarians.
Mexifest aims at attracting attendees from all walks, with a focus on promoting cross-cultural experiences and introducing the city to the finer aspects of contemporary and traditional Mexican culture. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the website.
| Location: | Eau Claire Plaza: 200 Barclay Parade SW |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | mexifest.ca |
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Old Time Stampede at Granary Road.
Every Sunday, Friday, Saturday, Jul 5, 2019 - Jul 7, 2019 at 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Takes place July 5, 6 & 7 and July 12, 13 & 14. It will be a hoot 'n holler good time at Granary Road! Join for games, activities, and fun for the whole family.
| Location: | Granary Road Market |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | granaryroad.com/events |
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Family Fun Friday Nights at Calaway Park.
Every Friday, Jul 5, 2019 - Jul 26, 2019 at 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Takes place July 5, 12, 19 & 26. Enjoy an extra two hours at Calaway Park on Friday evenings in July only! Experience Calaway Park from 10am to 5pm for regular admission plus GST per person or from 5 to 9pm for only $17.95 plus GST per person.
| Location: | Calaway Park: 245033 Range Road 33, Calgary, T3Z 2E9 |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | calawaypark.com |
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Mad Science® Bubbling Potions Preschool Workshop.
Saturday Jul 6, 2019 at 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Have a gas with Mad Science® as they explore the three states of matter and what makes Dry Ice so cool. Brought to you by The Calgary Public Library, presented by Mad Science®. Spaces are limited. Suitable for ages 3 to 5. To register, visit the website below.
| Location: | Southwood Library: 924 Southland Drive SW |
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| Category: | Free Events, Fun for Kids, Talks, Workshops & Seminars |
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| Link: | calgarylibrary.ca |
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Family Golf Nights.
Saturday Jul 6, 2019 at 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
July 6, 5pm at the Richmond Green Golf Course. Golf for juniors (ages 6 to 17) with a paying adult (one adult per foursome required) on select dates at City courses. Green fees include nine holes, giveaways, game and etiquette tips. Golf pro in attendance on selected evenings with free golf tips. Four-day advanced tee times recommended.
| Location: | Richmond Green Golf Course |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | calgary.ca/golf |
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Stampede Breakfast at Southland Leisure Centre.
Thursday Jul 11, 2019 at 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Mosey on down to Southland Leisure Centre for great food, music, dancing, a petting zoo, face painting, and more!
| Location: | Southland Leisure Centre: 2000 Southland Drive SW |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | calgary.ca/calendar |
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Old Time Stampede at Granary Road.
Every Sunday, Friday, Saturday, Jul 12, 2019 - Jul 14, 2019 at 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Takes place July 5, 6 & 7 and July 12, 13 & 14. It will be a hoot 'n holler good time at Granary Road! Join for games, activities, and fun for the whole family.
| Location: | Granary Road Market |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | granaryroad.com/events |
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Calaway Comic Fest for Kids at Calaway Park.
Every Sunday, Friday, Saturday, Jul 12, 2019 - Jul 14, 2019 at 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Takes place July 12 to 14. Calling all superheroes! Dress up in your best family-friendly costume and be transported to the Calaway Comic Fest for Kids zone. With character meet and greets plus special activities, a whole new experience is waiting for your superhero or heroine, princess or prince, and your trusty sidekick, too. Visit the Artist Market featuring unique items from local artists. If you forget your mask, stop by the Superhero Face Painting Centre ($5 per face).
| Location: | Calaway Park: 245033 Range Road 33, Calgary, T3Z 2E9 |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | calawaypark.com |
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Calgary Turkish Festival.
Every Sunday, Friday, Saturday, Jul 12, 2019 - Jul 14, 2019 at 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Celebrate, learn, and savor Turkish hospitality, culture, heritage, and cuisine. There will be kids’ activities, too! Takes place at Eau Claire Market.
| Location: | Eau Claire Market: 200 Barclay Parade SW |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Parent's Night Out, Youth Activities |
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Mad Science® Jr. Outer Space Explorers Preschool Workshop.
Saturday Jul 13, 2019 at 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Have a gas with Mad Science® as they explore the three states of matter and what makes Dry Ice so cool. Brought to you by The Calgary Public Library, presented by Mad Science®. Spaces are limited. Suitable for ages 3 to 5. To register, visit the website below.
| Location: | Quarry Park Library: 924 Southland Drive SW |
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| Category: | Free Events, Fun for Kids, Talks, Workshops & Seminars |
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| Link: | calgarylibrary.ca |
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Family Golf Night.
Saturday Jul 13, 2019 at 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
July 13, 5pm at Lakeview Golf Course. Golf for juniors (ages 6 to 17) with a paying adult (one adult per foursome required) on select dates at City courses. Green fees include nine holes, giveaways, game and etiquette tips. Golf pro in attendance on selected evenings with free golf tips. Four-day advanced tee times recommended.
| Location: | Lakeview Golf Course |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | calgary.ca/golf |
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Explore the World of DIY String Instruments With the Washtub Bass at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre.
Sunday Jul 14, 2019 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
July 14 & 28. On July 14, build and test to learn more about how everyday materials can make amazing sounds! On July 28, join musician educators for an Instrument Petting Zoo!
| Location: | Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre: 850, 4 Street SE |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | studiobell.ca |
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Fiestaval Latin Festival.
Every Sunday, Friday, Saturday, Jul 19, 2019 - Jul 21, 2019 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
July 19 & 20, 11am to 11pm and July 21, 11am to 10pm. Enjoy performers, authentic Latin food vendors, Latin entertainment, international Latin bands, an international dance showcase, an amazing kids’ area, and more!
| Location: | Olympic Plaza: 228, 8 Avenue SE |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Parent's Night Out, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | fiestaval.ca |
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Creekfest - Your Local Parks Day Event.
Saturday Jul 20, 2019 at 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
The Friends of Fish Creek invite you and your family to the 9th annual Creekfest! This festival is part of the Watershed Stewardship Campaign, designed to inform community members about the importance of environmental conservation and this province's beautiful protected parks. This year, the Friends are pleased to welcome a new line-up of local performers to the Creekfest stage!
Kids and families will learn about environmental stewardship, conservation and biodiversity through educational games and activities hosted by local non-profit groups and community-focused businesses.
| Location: | Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek Provincial Park (south end of Bow Bottom Trail SE) |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | friendsoffishcreek.org/event/creekfest |
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Popping Up in the West Location on July 20.
Saturday Jul 20, 2019 at 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
The Calgary Farmers' Market just can't wait to open their second location in northwest Calgary, so they're popping up in Greenwich May to September. They'll be kicking off the excitement of having farm-fresh ingredients available to Calgary's west end with a fun event the whole family will enjoy. Pick up amazing ingredients, enjoy live music, see yourself in a fun new light with Garry Peck's caricatures, and visit the balloon artist, too! For more details and directions, visit the website.
Family Golf Night.
Saturday Jul 20, 2019 at 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
July 20, 5pm at McCall Lake Golf Course Par 3. Golf for juniors (ages 6 to 17) with a paying adult (one adult per foursome required) on select dates at City courses. Green fees include nine holes, giveaways, game and etiquette tips. Golf pro in attendance on selected evenings with free golf tips. Four-day advanced tee times recommended.
| Location: | McCall Lake Golf Course Par 3 |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | calgary.ca/golf |
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40th Annual Calgary Folk Music Festival.
Every Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Jul 25, 2019 - Jul 28, 2019 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Takes place July 25 to 28. A family-friendly, cultural, and musical extravaganza! Some 70 artists from Alberta, Canada, and around the world perform in concerts and sessions. The site also boasts a family area with interactive activities and live entertainment, a Talk Tent featuring comedians and spoken word artists, an artisan market, global culinary delights, and more! For the full musician lineup and to purchase tickets, visit the website.
| Location: | Prince's Island Park |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | calgaryfolkfest.com |
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Mad Science® Radical Robots Workshop.
Friday Jul 26, 2019 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join Mad Science® and learn out about some common robots they use daily, the difference between robots and humans, power sources used by robots (batteries, water, the sun), and then program a robot to move through a maze. Brought to you by The Calgary Public Library, presented by Mad Science®. Spaces are limited. Suitable for ages 6 to 12. To register, visit the website.
| Location: | Signal Hill Library: 5994 Signal Hill Centre SW |
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| Category: | Free Events, Fun for Kids, Talks, Workshops & Seminars, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | calgarylibrary.ca |
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Pet-A-Palooza.
Every Sunday, Saturday, Jul 27, 2019 - Jul 28, 2019 at 10:00 am - 12:00 am
July 27, 10am to 4pm & July 28, 11am to 4pm. With events including running of the bulls (French and English Bulldog Races), Wiener Dog races, a puppy stampede, and dock diving in the middle of the city, this is one event you don’t want to miss! Pet-friendly, of course!
| Location: | Eau Claire Market: 200 Barclay Parade SW |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | petapaloozawest.com |
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Explore the World of DIY String Instruments With the Washtub Bass at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre.
Sunday Jul 28, 2019 at 1:28 pm - 2:00 pm
July 14 & 28. On July 14, build and test to learn more about how everyday materials can make amazing sounds! On July 28, join musician educators for an Instrument Petting Zoo!
| Location: | Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre: 850, 4 Street SE |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | studiobell.ca |
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Okotoks Night Market by Marketsquare.
Thursday Aug 1, 2019 at 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for our annual free Summer Night Markets (July 4, Aug 1, Aug 22) at Ethel Tucker Park (Beside the Library). Each year we host local artisans, businesses, entertainment and food trucks. Our event supports live local music talent and we have even added a beer gardens this year. Our Summer Night Markets are fun for all ages! Bring your friends and family down for a fun evening in the park and enjoy everything we have to offer!
| Location: | Ethel Tucker Park (beside the library)15 Riverside Dr, Okotoks, AB T1S 2C1 |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Drop in & Ongoing Activities, Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | https://www.themarketsquare.ca/ |
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Inglewood Sunfest .
Saturday Aug 3, 2019 at 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
A stylish summer festival in the heart of Inglewood. There is an activity for all ages; this could mean a jump in the bouncer for kids, discovering a great new band, being wowed and amazed by cool street performers, choosing a perfect summer patio, or searching for a trendy fashion!
| Location: | Inglewood: 9 Avenue SE |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | inglewoodsunfest.ca |
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Heritage Day at Heritage Park.
Monday Aug 5, 2019 at 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Celebrate our country’s heritage at the place that does it the best! Help welcome new Canadians at an official citizenship ceremony, enjoy old-fashioned games, and discover how the west was once!
| Location: | Heritage Park Historical Village: 1900 Heritage Drive SW |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | heritagepark.ca |
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Mad Science® Kitchen Chemistry Workshop.
Tuesday Aug 6, 2019 at 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Children will learn the difference between chemical and physical reactions, about acids, bases, and neutral liquids. Learn about indicators, how they can be used to detect different substances, and how our bodies change starches to sugar. Brought to you by The Calgary Public Library, presented by Mad Science®. Spaces are limited. Suitable for ages 6 to 12. To register, visit the website.
| Location: | Judith Umbach Library: 6617 Centre Street NE |
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| Category: | Free Events, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | calgarylibrary.ca |
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Taste of Calgary.
Every Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Aug 8, 2019 - Aug 11, 2019 at 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Takes place August 8 to 11. Taste of Calgary is the city's most appetizing festival, giving visitors the chance to sample the city's food, beverages, music and other cool things. Discover Calgary’s global cuisines from a mix of unique restaurants and beverage companies. Buy sampling tickets for $1 each 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. Admission to Taste of Calgary is free. To buy food and beverage tickets in advance, visit the website.
| Location: | Eau Claire Market: 200 Barclay Parade 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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Calgary Dragon Boat Race & Festival.
Every Sunday, Friday, Saturday, Aug 9, 2019 - Aug 11, 2019 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Takes place August 9 to 11. As Calgary’s premier water sport festival, it draws 1,850+ competitors, 4,000+ spectators, and an abundance of excitement and cultural experiences! Plus, check out the family fun zone, food truck, and beer gardens, too.
| 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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Family Golf Night.
Saturday Aug 10, 2019 at 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
August 10, 5pm at Lakeview Golf Course. Casual golf. Serious fun! Golf for juniors (ages 6 to 17) with a paying adult (one adult per foursome required) on select dates at City courses. Green fees include nine holes, giveaways, game and etiquette tips. Golf pro in attendance on selected evenings from 5 to 7pm with free golf tips. Four-day advanced tee times recommended.
| Location: | Lakeview Golf Course |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | calgary.ca/golf |
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Marda Gras Street Festival.
Sunday Aug 11, 2019 at 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Enjoy live music, dance and cultural performances, a fun kids’ area, unique shopping, and great food. There will be something for each member of the family!
| Location: | Marda Loop |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | mardagras.ca |
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Sweet Summer Corn Fest at Calgary Corn Maze & Fun Farm.
Saturday Aug 17, 2019 at 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
C’mon out to the farm for one free cooked cob of delicious Taber corn for each visitor (while supplies last), enjoy a magic show, face painting, corn decorating, candy cannon explosion and, of course, all of the regular activities (giant mazes, slides, train rides, zip lines, petting farm, tractor pull rides, mini golf) and more! Admission is free for kids 2 and under.
| Location: | Calgary Corn Maze & Fun Farm: 284022 Township Road 224, Rockyview, AB, T1X 0J6 |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | calgarycornmaze.com |
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Chinatown Street Festival.
Saturday Aug 17, 2019 at 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Join for the 18th Annual Chinatown Street Festival and multi-cultural performance stage with family fun zones, food, cultural experiences, crafts, gifts, and an adult activity zone!
| Location: | Chinatown on 3rd Avenue/Centre Street SE - downtown at the foot of the Centre Street Bridge |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Drop in & Ongoing Activities, Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | visitcalgarychinatown.com |
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Popping Up in the West Location on August 17.
Saturday Aug 17, 2019 at 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
The Calgary Farmers' Market just can't wait to open their second location in northwest Calgary, so they're popping up in Greenwich May to September. They'll be kicking off the excitement of having farm-fresh ingredients available to Calgary's west end with a fun event the whole family will enjoy. Pick up amazing ingredients, enjoy live music, see yourself in a fun new light with Garry Peck's caricatures, and visit the balloon artist, too! For more details and directions, visit the website.
Family Golf Night.
Saturday Aug 17, 2019 at 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
August 17, 5pm at McCall Lake Golf Course Par 3. Casual golf. Serious fun! Golf for juniors (ages 6 to 17) with a paying adult (one adult per foursome required) on select dates at City courses. Green fees include nine holes, giveaways, game and etiquette tips. Golf pro in attendance on selected evenings from 5 to 7pm with free golf tips. Four-day advanced tee times recommended.
| Location: | McCall Lake Golf Course Par 3 |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | calgary.ca/golf |
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Mad Science® Bubbling Potions Preschool Workshop.
Monday Aug 19, 2019 at 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Have a gas with Mad Science® as they explore the three states of matter and what makes Dry Ice so cool. Brought to you by The Calgary Public Library, presented by Mad Science®. Spaces are limited. Suitable for ages 3 to 5. To register, visit the website below.
| Location: | Louise Riley Library: 1904, 14 Avenue NW |
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| Category: | Free Events, Fun for Kids, Talks, Workshops & Seminars |
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| Link: | calgarylibrary.ca |
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Okotoks Night Market by Marketsquare.
Thursday Aug 22, 2019 at 4:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Join us for our annual free Summer Night Markets (July 4, Aug 1, Aug 22) at Ethel Tucker Park (Beside the Library). Each year we host local artisans, businesses, entertainment and food trucks. Our event supports live local music talent and we have even added a beer gardens this year. Our Summer Night Markets are fun for all ages! Bring your friends and family down for a fun evening in the park and enjoy everything we have to offer!
| Location: | Ethel Tucker Park (Beside the library)
15 Riverside Dr, Okotoks, AB T1S 2C1 |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Drop in & Ongoing Activities, Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | https://www.themarketsquare.ca/ |
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Country Kickback at Heritage Park.
Every Sunday, Saturday, Aug 24, 2019 - Aug 25, 2019 at 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Takes place August 24 & 25. Get back to your rural roots during this celebration of Western Canada’s agricultural past. Cheer on your favorites at the slow tractor race, watch a sheep-shearing demonstration, learn how to make rope, churn butter, and hand crank old-fashioned ice cream!
| Location: | Heritage Park Historical Village: 1900 Heritage Drive SW |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | heritagepark.ca |
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Family Golf Night.
Saturday Aug 24, 2019 at 5:24 pm - 9:00 pm
August 24, 5pm at Richmond Green Golf Course. Casual golf. Serious fun! Golf for juniors (ages 6 to 17) with a paying adult (one adult per foursome required) on select dates at City courses. Green fees include nine holes, giveaways, game and etiquette tips. Golf pro in attendance on selected evenings from 5 to 7pm with free golf tips. Four-day advanced tee times recommended.
| Location: | Richmond Green Golf Course |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | calgary.ca/golf |
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Calgary Walk for Muscular Dystrophy.
Saturday Sep 14, 2019 at 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The Calgary Walk for Muscular Dystrophy is a community event and fundraiser in support of persons affected by neuromuscular disorders. Admission is completely free. Walk event activities include 1K walk around Bowness Park, free BBQ cooked by the Calgary Fire Department, outdoor games, disability resources, impact presentations, music, kid’s activities, face painting, 50/50, and a very popular silent auction featuring prizes from local businesses. Funding from this special event is used to provide essential medical and mobility devices to individuals with MD, and to further groundbreaking research in pursuit of a cure.
Popping Up in the West Location on September 14.
Saturday Sep 14, 2019 at 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
The Calgary Farmers' Market just can't wait to open their second location in northwest Calgary, so they're popping up in Greenwich May to September. They'll be kicking off the excitement of having farm-fresh ingredients available to Calgary's west end with a fun event the whole family will enjoy. Pick up amazing ingredients, enjoy live music, see yourself in a fun new light with Garry Peck's caricatures, and visit the balloon artist, too! For more details and directions, visit the website.
Strangers on a Train - Vertigo Theatre.
Everyday from Sep 19, 2019 - Oct 13, 2019 at 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
A fateful encounter takes place between two strangers in the dining carriage of a train. Guy is a successful businessman with a nagging jealousy; Charles is a cold, calculating opportunist with a dark secret. A daring and dangerous plan develops from this casual conversation setting in motion a chain of events that will change the two men’s lives forever. Based on the celebrated novel by Patricia Highsmith made famous by the classic Alfred Hitchcock film, this high-stakes thriller will have you on the edge of your seat.
Kiwanis Apple Festival (5th Annual).
Everyday from Sep 21, 2019 - Sep 22, 2019 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
5th Annual Kiwanis Apple Festival
at Kamp Kiwanis 241001 Range Road 42, Calgary T3Z 2X5 (intersection of Hwy 8 & Hwy 22)
September 21 & 22, 2019
10am-4pm daily, Rain, Shine or Snow, it’s a go!
Presented by TD Bank Group
Free Admission
Apple-themed family fun with apple baking, archery, arts and crafts, bouncy castle, face painting, games, farmers market, live entertainment, silent auction & more!
Net revenue to support the operation of Kamp Kiwanis, a summer camp for underprivileged/disadvantaged children.
This year the Kiwanis Club is also celebrating 100 year in Calgary and Area.
Website:
www.kiwanisapplefestival.org
Email:
info@kiwanisapplefestival.org
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/kiwanisAppleFestival
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/KiwanisApple
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/kiwanisapplefestival/| Location: | Kamp Kiwanis 241001 Range Road 42, Calgary T3Z 2X5 (intersection of Hwy 8 & Hwy 22) |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Drop in & Ongoing Activities, Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | www.kiwanisapplefestival.org |
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La Boheme- Student Dress Rehearsal.
Thursday Nov 7, 2019 at 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Students can catch a peek of our work in process by attending a Thursday night dress rehearsal for any of our mainstage performances. Tickets are just $18 each including all fees and GST.
Students must hold a valid student ID; limit of 2 tickets per student ID. General Seating. Please call our box office at (403) 262-7286 to book tickets.
Irresistible in its witty, passionate blend of joy and sorrow, La Bohème follows the lives of a group of young artists as they eke out an existence on the bohemian fringes of Paris.
Director Brenna Corner brings her innovative and whimsical touch to this much-loved classic, set against a sweeping, stylized backdrop of the irresistibly romantic 19th century city of lights.
With Puccini’s wonderful music and a love story that has resonated through the ages La Bohème remains one of the best-loved operas of all time.
Performed in Italian with English titles.
Sherlock Holmes and the Raven's Curse - Vertigo Theatre.
Everyday from Nov 14, 2019 - Dec 8, 2019 at 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Sherlock Holmes is summoned to his childhood home to investigate the mysterious death of his favorite Uncle, and to uncover the truth about an ancient family curse. Along the way he is reunited with his long-lost cousins; an heiress apparent with a dark secret, and her adopted sister who may just be Sherlock’s intellectual superior. With danger lurking, Holmes and his loyal sidekick Watson must get to the bottom of this mystery before the Raven’s Curse claims another life. A World Premiere from the playwright of SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE AMERICAN PROBLEM.
Christmas at the Opera.
Everyday from Dec 6, 2019 - Dec 8, 2019 at 7:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Celebrate Christmas at the Opera with a heartwarming one-act family opera about a young boy who meets three kings on their way to bring presents to the baby Jesus and learns that the act of giving is sometimes its own gift.
The first opera composed specifically for television audiences, Gian Carlo Menotti’s Amahl & the Night Visitors, inspired by the biblical story of the Magi and the Italian tradition of the Three Kings, is a charming and uplifting story about love, faith and the true spirit of the holiday season.
Plus, performances of seasonal favourites.
Friday, December 6, 2019 7:30PM
Saturday, December 7, 2019 2:00PM & 7:30PM
Sunday, December 8, 2019 2:00PM & 7:30PM
Norma- Student Dress Rehearsal.
Thursday Jan 30, 2020 at 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Students can catch a peek of our work in process by attending a Thursday night dress rehearsal for any of our mainstage performances. Tickets are just $18 each including all fees and GST.
Students must hold a valid student ID; limit of 2 tickets per student ID. General Seating. Please call our box office at (403) 262-7286 to book tickets.
Featuring powerhouse performances, Norma tells the tragic story of a dangerous love triangle that opens in the midst of impending war between the Druids and the Romans in ancient Gaul.
Norma, a powerful Druid high-priestess is driven to the brink of madness when her secret lover – a Roman enemy, threatens to leave her for one of her beautiful, young followers.
Bellini’s lush score is both graceful and seductive and builds to an explosive climax, making it a technical and emotional triumph not to be missed.
Performed in Italian with English titles.
Whispers in the Dark - Vertigo Theatre.
Everyday from Jan 30, 2020 - Feb 23, 2020 at 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Miss Elizabeth Le Petyt, an aspiring author, ventures to Cornwall to escape her hectic London life. The cottage she chooses has a mysterious past, and seems like the perfect inspiration for her writing. However, misplaced items, inexplicable events and whispers in the dark disrupt her solace, and have her questioning her sanity. Is this her own past coming back to haunt her, or is she getting too close to discovering the cottage’s secrets. WHISPERS IN THE DARK is a haunting tale inspired by Victorian ghost stories.
Cipher - Vertigo Theatre.
Everyday from Mar 26, 2020 - Apr 19, 2020 at 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
In 1956, a man’s body is discovered on the coast of British Columbia. A secret code is found sewn into his clothing. For decades no investigation has revealed his identity, his killer, their motives or even their methods, and the cipher remains unsolved. Forensic toxicologist Grace Godard thinks her scientific approach is leading her close to an answer, closer than anyone has come before. But when she meets Aqeel, a young man with a personal stake in the mystery, their efforts to crack the case have consequences neither of them could have imagined.
Ariadne Auf Naxos- Student Dress Rehearsal.
Thursday Apr 23, 2020 at 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Students can catch a peek of our work in process by attending a Thursday night dress rehearsal for any of our mainstage performances. Tickets are just $18 each including all fees and GST.
Students must hold a valid student ID; limit of 2 tickets per student ID. General Seating. Please call our box office at (403) 262-7286 to book tickets.
Visually and musically stunning, this new European design of Ariadne auf Naxos is a feast for the senses.
At a dinner party given by the richest man in the country, two rival performing troupes – one, a serious opera company, the other, a group of burlesque performers – are forced to create a mash-up of their polar-opposite productions when the dinner runs late – with hilarious results.
Featuring eye-popping, larger-than-life set and costume designs by Gary McCann, this production dazzles on every front.
Performed in German with English titles.
Clue - Vertigo Theatre.
Everyday from May 14, 2020 - Jun 7, 2020 at 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
On a dark and stormy night, six mysterious guests assemble for a very unusual dinner party at the home of Mr. Boddy. When their host turns up dead, it is clear that no one is safe! Join the iconic oddballs Ms. Scarlet, Professor Plum, Mrs. White, Mr. Green, Mrs. Peacock and Colonel Mustard as they race to find the murderer among them before the body count stacks up. Based on the cult classic film and the popular board game, CLUE is a madcap comedy that will keep you guessing until the final twist.
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