The Hangar Flight Museum: Simulator Day.
Sunday Jan 12, 2025 at 10:15 am - 3:45 pm
Take to the skies and experience first-hand what it's like to be a pilot. Show off your aviation skills at the museum. Must be ten years or older and registration is required.
2025 Vision Board Workshop.
Sunday Jan 12, 2025 at 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Vision boards are a powerful tool that ignite imagination, foster goal-setting, and empower children to dream big. By creating a visual representation of their aspirations, children clarify their goals and cultivate motivation to pursue them. Whether crafted on poster boards or designed digitally, vision boards offer a creative and engaging way for kids to visualize their dreams, turning them into tangible goals to strive towards. As parents, educators, and mentors, encouraging the use of vision boards can have a profound impact on shaping bright and fulfilling futures.
| Cost: | $59.00 |
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| Location: | Varsity NW Calgary at the Varsity Clinic |
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| Category: | Fun for Kids, Talks, Workshops & Seminars, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | www.ranita.ca/visionboard |
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High Performance Rodeo.
Everyday from Jan 14, 2025 - Feb 2, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Calgary’s International Festival of the Arts is where the action is. It’s a chance to watch touring performances from across Canada, acclaimed international shows, and new experimental work from artists in Calgary.
| Location: | Various Locations |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://oyr.org/hprodeo |
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Footloose The Musical .
Everyday from Jan 17, 2025 - Jan 26, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Kick off your Sunday shoes with Footloose the Musical, presented by 42nd Street Productions. Join for a high-energy performance featuring live music, dynamic dance routines, and a heartwarming story.
Bond + Beyond.
Everyday from Jan 17, 2025 - Jan 18, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Embark on a thrilling escapade for your ears only with conductor Michelle Di Russo and your Calgary Phil through more than six decades of iconic music from the James Bond films. Powerhouse vocalist Morgan James gives secret-agent swagger to Bond theme songs at Jack Singer Concert Hall.
Banff SnowDays.
Everyday from Jan 17, 2025 - Feb 2, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Visit Banff for a celebration of all things winter. There will be snow sculptures, SnowDays play zone, and skijoring on Banff Avenue.
| Location: | Downtown Banff |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://banff.ca |
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Open Mic and Bingo Night.
Friday Jan 17, 2025 at 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Hit up Capitol Hill for an entertaining night for everyone in your household. We will host Kid's Bingo in our main hall; participants can play for a chance to win free items from our canteen. In our lounge, we will host an all-ages open mic. Bring your talent and instrument and let's hear what ya got! Grab your free tickets here:
https://capitolhill.getcommunal.com/parent_programs/1602STEM Weekend at Mastermind Toys.
Everyday from Jan 18, 2025 - Jan 19, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Visit participating stores to build exciting electronic projects and complete your Snap-2-It challenges.
Jubilations Dinner Theatre Presents: The Big Bang Parody A Musical.
Everyday from Jan 18, 2025 - Mar 22, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Get ready for a musical journey unlike any other with The Big Bang Parody A Musical. Join Sheldon and the gang as they navigate the ups and downs of life, love, and the pursuit of cosmic understanding.
| Location: | Jubilations Dinner Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://jubilations.ca |
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Alberta Ballet’s Winter Gala.
Saturday Jan 18, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The Winter Gala is set to illuminate the stage this January. On its way to becoming a cherished annual tradition, The Winter Gala spotlights the synergy between the accomplished artists of Alberta Ballet Company and the emerging talents from Alberta Ballet School.
| Location: | Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://albertaballet.com. |
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Jubilations Dinner Theatre Presents: The Big Bang Theory: A Musical..
Everyday from Jan 18, 2025 - Mar 22, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Join Sheldon and the gang as they navigate the ups and downs of life, love, and the pursuit of cosmic understanding. With catchy songs, hilarious antics, and plenty of heart, this musical parody promises a laugh-out-loud experience that’s out of this world.
| Location: | Jubilations Dinner Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://jubilations.ca |
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Calgary Waldorf School Open House.
Saturday Jan 18, 2025 at 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Explore the Jr. Kindergarten and Kindergarten classrooms with your child and meet the teachers in the Kinderwing. Families with children entering Grades 1 to 9 are invited to drop in and visit the main school where classrooms will be open with student work on display.
Cineplex Family Favourites: Red One.
Saturday Jan 18, 2025 at 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favorite family film each week for only $3.99.
| Location: | Participating Cineplex locations |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://cineplex.com |
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Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo – Safari Sunday Brunch.
Everyday from Jan 19, 2025 - Nov 2, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
A unique Calgary brunch experience in the heart of Destination Africa. You can enjoy both gourmet and comfort breakfast foods, including a free-flowing chocolate fountain with fresh fruit, eggs benedict with Canadian bacon, a Belgian waffle bar, cooked to order omelettes, and much more.
Symphony Sundays for Kids: The Hockey Sweater.
Sunday Jan 19, 2025 at 3:00 pm - 12:00 am
Roch Carrier’s timeless classic The Hockey Sweater, narrated by Olympian Cassie Campbell-Pascall, comes to life in vivid orchestral scope at Jack Singer Concert Hall.
| Location: | Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://calgaryphil.com |
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Science in the Cinema: Inside Out 2 at Central Library.
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025 at 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Inside Out 2 returns to the mind of Riley who is entering puberty and experiencing brand new emotions. Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust, who’ve been running a successful operation, aren’t sure how to feel when Anxiety shows up. After the film, UCalgary experts will lead the audience in a discussion and Q&A about?mental health for today’s youth. Registration is required.
| Location: | Central Library |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Parent's Night Out, Talks, Workshops & Seminars |
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| Link: | http://calgarylibrary.ca |
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RV Adventure Sale and Show.
Everyday from Jan 23, 2025 - Jan 26, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
One of the biggest RV events in Alberta at the BMO Centre. It’s a four-day showcase, bringing together the largest gathering of outdoor enthusiasts and RV dealers in Alberta.
Revv52 Presents Guitar Hero – An Orchestral Pop & Rock Journey.
Everyday from Jan 23, 2025 - Jan 25, 2025 at 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Get ready to rock with *Guitar Hero* – a powerhouse musical journey celebrating the most iconic guitar-driven anthems of all time. Revv52 will crank up the volume and take you through unforgettable hits from legendary bands like Led Zeppelin, Queen, Dire Straits, and Metallica at Bella Concert Hall.
| Location: | Bella Concert Hall |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://revv52.com |
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ISU Speed Skating World Cup.
Everyday from Jan 24, 2025 - Jan 26, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The fastest long track speed skaters from over 30 countries return to Calgary's Olympic Oval for the third ISU World Cup Speed Skating event of the season.
Mastermind Toys Battle Weekend.
Everyday from Jan 25, 2025 - Jan 26, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Join participating stores on the 25th for an epic battle and tournament using the fourth generation of the Beyblade franchise. Then on the 26th, learn how to play the card game everyone loves and challenge our play experts to a round using our giant UNO deck for supersized fun.
Cineplex Family Favourites: Despicable Me 4.
Saturday Jan 25, 2025 at 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favorite family film each week for only $3.99.
| Location: | Participating Cineplex locations |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://cineplex.com |
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Family Reading Pick Launch: The Wild Robot at Central Library.
Saturday Jan 25, 2025 at 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Join to kick off this year's family reading adventure with robotic crafts, play time with Steel the Robotic Dog from TELUS Spark, and a screening of the 2024 Dreamworks film adaptation of the book. Bring your own lunch, and we'll bring the popcorn!
Chinese New Year Festival 2025.
Every Friday, Saturday, Jan 25, 2025 - Feb 2, 2025 at 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Celebrate the Year of Snake with a sensational showcase of our city’s rich cultural heritage. Experience two weekends filled with vibrant multicultural performances, traditional dragon and lion dances, a lively vendor market, art exhibitions, and more — all with free admission for the entire community. Bring your family, friends, and loved ones to partake in this accessible and enjoyable event.
Confluence Film Screening: Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark.
Saturday Jan 25, 2025 at 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
The Burnswest Theatre at The Confluence is a cozy indie theatre perfect for a fun day out with the family or a date night with a special someone. With film screenings of cult classics, family favorites and hidden gems happening every month, check back regularly to see what’s playing.
Mozart's Birthday Party.
Saturday Jan 25, 2025 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
It’s a double birthday celebration for Music Director Rune Bergmann and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Come party with the Calgary Phil as they perform Mozart’s imaginatively sophisticated Symphony No. 38 at Jack Singer Concert Hall.
| Location: | Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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| Category: | Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://calgaryphil.com |
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National Geographic Live - Andrés Ruzo: Hunt for Sleeping Giants.
Everyday from Jan 26, 2025 - Jan 27, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Join Arts Commons Presents and National Geographic Live for a white-hot journey (from the safety of your seat) as Andrés Ruzo shares his remarkable encounters with the underworld in stunning high-definition photo and video from the field.
Central Commons Park Winter Pop-Up.
Sunday Jan 26, 2025 at 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
University District is embracing the season and helping the community warm up to winter. Bring your skates to take a spin on the Central Commons Park outdoor rink, take in a live ice carving demonstration, enjoy the toasty warm fire features with s’mores (while quantities last) and a few surprises.
The Confluence Film Screening: Anastasia .
Sunday Jan 26, 2025 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The Burnswest Theatre at The Confluence is a cozy indie theatre perfect for a fun day out with the family or a date night with a special someone. With film screenings of cult classics, family favorites and hidden gems happening every month, check back regularly to see what’s playing.
Lake Louise Ice Magic Festival.
Everyday from Jan 29, 2025 - Feb 2, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Step into a world of winter wonder on the iconic grounds of the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise for the return of Ice Magic in 2025. Witness world-class ice carvers in action as they create intricately carved frozen masterpieces. Take in the stunning details of the sculptures as you stroll through the glittering gallery of ice.
The Calgary Motorcycle and Powersport Show.
Everyday from Jan 31, 2025 - Feb 2, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
On- road and off-road riders, future riders, and lovers of the motorcycle and quad lifestyle will be able to check out some of the most anticipated models for 2025 including the latest electric vehicles at BMO Centre. There is no other show in the country with this level of brand representation.
Unplugged: Nirvana Reimagined.
Friday Jan 31, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The musicians of the Calgary Phil and guest vocalists bring their grit to this re-creation of Nirvana’s celebrated live album MTV Unplugged in New York at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Throw yourself back to the ‘90s when grunge music reigned supreme and rock out to the band’s hits.
| Location: | Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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| Category: | Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | http://calgaryphil.com |
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Chinook Blast.
Everyday from Jan 31, 2025 - Feb 17, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Chinook Blast warms up our city with a celebration of community, culture, and civic pride, where the best of Calgary’s art, music, theatre, sport and recreation will be on display.
| Location: | Various Locations |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://chinookblast.ca |
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Chinook Poetry Reading.
Friday Jan 31, 2025 at 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Celebrate local literature and wintertime in southern Alberta at this special poetry reading featuring the winners of The Confluence’s second annual Chinook Poetry Competition.
Up to eight poets will read their winning submissions about winter and the land, then mix and mingle at a community reception in The Confluence Room, where printed versions of the successful poems will be displayed throughout the winter.
Go CODE Girl.
Saturday Feb 1, 2025 at 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Join the Schulich School of Engineering at this free event for Grade 7 to 11 students in underrepresented groups and experience an exciting introduction to the world of computer coding.
Vertigo Theatre Presents: Deadly Murder.
Everyday from Feb 1, 2025 - Mar 2, 2025 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Full of bluffs and double bluffs, crosses and double-crosses, this intensely intricate psychological thriller will be one step ahead of you until the very end!
Calgary Opera's Don Pasquale.
Saturday Feb 1, 2025 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Beat the winter blues with a trip to 1950s Italy in Calgary Opera's Don Pasquale! This timeless battle of wits is staged in the style of old Hollywood cinematic classics like La Dolce Vita and Roman Holiday. A lively comedy featuring an all-Canadian cast of superstars and Calgary favorites.
Mecha Mayhem.
Everyday from Feb 2, 2025 - Feb 9, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Mecha Mayhem brings together over 260 teams from around the world to compete in the largest robotics competition in Canada at the BMO Centre. Teams battle for the title of Mecha Mayhem Tournament Champions and to guarantee a qualification spot to the VEX Robotics World Championships in Dallas, TX.
A Tribute to Bob Marley.
Saturday Feb 8, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
—The Calgary Philharmonic, Jones & Jones Group, and Arts Commons Presents are
thrilled to announce the world premiere of A Tribute to Bob Marley at the Jack Singer Concert Hall. The Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, guest conductor Christopher Dragon, and guest musicians including vocalists
Ammoye, Omega Mighty, Soji Joseph, and Steele will come together for a one-of-a-kind musical experience celebrating
the internationally beloved reggae musician’s message of love and unity on the 80 th anniversary of his birth.
| Location: | Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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| Category: | Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://calgaryphil.com/ |
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Wild About Ice.
Saturday Feb 8, 2025 at 3:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with awe-inspiring artistry, excitement, and fun! Join the Wilder Institute/Calgary zoo for a spectacular ice-sculpting qualifying event in partnership with the World Ice Carving Association.
Stunning nature-themed ice sculptures will come to life before your eyes as the best of the best Canadian ice carvers compete for a spot to compete during the 2026 Cultural Winter Olympics in Italy.
Le Patin Libre: Murmuration.
Wednesday Feb 12, 2025 at 7:00 pm - 12:00 am
With unmatched rigor, infectious enthusiasm, and dazzling virtuosity, the 15 artists of Le Patin Libre are as swift and dynamic as ever on their skates. Together, they will transform into a mesmerizing flock or birds, soaring through breathtaking high-speed choreography that will leave audiences spellbound at WinsSport Event Centre.
| Location: | WinSport Event Centre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://lepatinlibre.com |
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Wild After Hours: In the Heat of the Night.
Everyday from Feb 13, 2025 - Jan 10, 2025 at 5:30 pm - 11:30 pm
The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is excited to announce the 31st annual In the Heat of the Night event, proudly presented by London Drugs! Taking place on February 13th, 14th and 15th, this zoo-nique evening is the perfect way to celebrate the most romantic time of the year with your special someone. Indulge in a delicious four-course dinner crafted with love by the zoo’s award-winning culinary team, then turn up the heat with a cheeky, adults-only presentation (complete with pictures!) exploring how animals show their love in the wild.
Fishtival.
Saturday Feb 15, 2025 at 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Dive into the depths of Alberta’s icy waters and experience the wonder of fish this winter at the 13th annual Fishtival.
Mark your calendars for a day of fun and exploration at Bow Habitat Station with unique and unforgettable experiences. Celebrations include family-friendly games and activities complete with theatrical performances, casting, fish feeding, and more.
Valentine's Brunch at the zoo.
Sunday Feb 16, 2025 at 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with a delicious brunch at the zoo! Treat yourself and your loved ones to a mix of gourmet and comfort breakfast favorites, including a free-flowing chocolate fountain paired with fresh fruit, classic eggs benedict with Canadian bacon, a Belgian waffle bar, made-to-order omelettes, and much more.
Seating Times*:
First Seating: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Arrival time 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Second Seating: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Arrival times 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Third Seating: 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Arrival times 2:00 pm – 2:30 p.m.
Valentine’s Brunch Pricing
Adult (16-59): $59.95
Senior (60+): $55.95
Child (3-15): $33.95
Infant (Under 3): Free
Snow Rodeo FIS Canada Snowboard Slopestyle and Halfpipe World Cup.
Everyday from Feb 21, 2025 - Feb 22, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The Snow Rodeo is back; bringing the double header action to Winsport Calgary Olympic Park with a FIS Halfpipe World Cup on Friday, February 21 and the FIS Slopestyle World Cup on Saturday, February 22! Don't forget your cowboy hat and saddle up for the big show as the world's best throwdown at the fifth edition of the Snow Rodeo.
North Point School for Girls Open House.
Wednesday Feb 26, 2025 at 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
We believe that boys and girls learn differently and that they thrive in environments that are suited to their specific needs. The opeb house will focus on how the school strives to build self-confidence and allow girls to develop their passions in our School for Girls.
| Location: | North Point School for GirlsBuilding B6, 2509 Dieppe Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3E 7M1 |
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| Category: | Free Events, Open House & Tours |
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| Link: | http://eepurl.com/cxabyf |
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Two Moons: A Folk Lullaby.
Everyday from Mar 14, 2025 - Mar 22, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Part concert, part play Two Moons: A Folk Lullaby is a poignant and intimate solo-show that delves into one woman’s journey with reproductive rights. Through soulful music and passionate storytelling, Sonia shares a catchy yet heartfelt personal account with the crowd at Pumphouse Theatre.
Vertigo Theatre Presents: A Killing at La Cucina.
Everyday from Mar 15, 2025 - Apr 13, 2025 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
This World Premiere of a new Canadian play is a delicious whodunnit of the highest order that introduces a new legend of crime solving in a fast paced and intense mystery.
Discovery Days: Peek Past the Cattails.
Friday Mar 21, 2025 at 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Splash into a day of fun and discovery as we explore how you can help protect Alberta’s water and the amazing animals that depend on it. Take part in exciting hands-on activities that show how water makes the world go 'round. Dive in and learn how to keep this precious resource flowing.
The Beach Boys .
Tuesday Mar 25, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Catch the legendary Beach Boys as they bring their timeless hits to the WinSport Event Centre for one night only! It’s the perfect gift for music lovers of all ages.
The Spring Market at the Deerfoot Inn & Casino.
Sunday Mar 30, 2025 at 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join in the Hallway, the Sundance & Bridlewood, Midnapore ballroom where you will find up to 90 vendors offering you everything you may need to bring Spring into your home and spirit!
Discovery Days: Wake Up Nature.
Friday Apr 25, 2025 at 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Spring is just around the corner, and nature is ready to shake off its winter chill! Join us for our this Spring spectacular, where the excitement of the season is in the air , nature begins to bloom and new life takes root. Our community partners can't wait to guide you through the wonders of the season, with hands-on activities and playful discoveries that celebrate the beauty of nature’s awakening. The buzz of the season is in full swing!
Ties and Tiaras Ball.
Saturday Apr 26, 2025 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join Pixies Parties for an enchanting evening at the Ties and Tiaras Ball on April 26, 2025. Families are invited to dance the night away amidst princess-themed decor and meet their favourite princesses. With music, face painting, crafts, and games, it’s a magical celebration not to be missed.
| Cost: | $15.00 |
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| Location: | Willow Ridge Community Association - 680 Acadia Drive SE |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | www.pixiesparties.ca |
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Vertigo Theatre Presents: The Da Vinci Code.
Everyday from May 10, 2025 - Jun 8, 2025 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Based on Dan Brown’s bestselling novel that sold nearly 100 million copies and was made into a major Hollywood hit film, this new stage adaptation takes audiences on a treasure hunt adventure that will leave them breathless!
Discovery Days: Take Flight.
Friday May 16, 2025 at 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Soar on over for an exhilarating journey into the world of migratory birds. Explore the remarkable travels of these winged adventurers across ecosystems and over fields, mountains, and water to return for Alberta’s breathtaking spring and summer seasons. Celebrate the beauty of nature and connect with the world of birds and winged friends as they make their way home.
Bow After Hours - Gettin' Fishy With It.
Thursday Jun 26, 2025 at 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Bow After Hours, is an adults-only, series designed with guests ages 18+ in mind. At Gettin’ Fishy With It, take a plunge into all things fish - from habitats to lifecycles and adaptations. A journey from eyed egg to whitewater warrior – it’s a cutthroat life!
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