Cheapies & Freebies
Having kids can get expensive but having fun with kids does not have to be. Many of the other pages include activities that can be done for free but this page is dedicated for those special deals that come along every once in awhile.
Please note that these deals are subject to change without notice. We encourage you to call the facility before you head out on your fun activities!
Michaels Kids’ Club: Saturday Morning Crafting Fun
Michaels Kids’ Club invites your kids (generally ages 3 and up) to create a FREE craft on Saturday mornings! It’s the perfect opportunity to get out of the house … and keep the mess somewhere else. Please confirm with your store before you go, as events are subject to change.
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Stock Up on Some Great New Reads at the Calgary Reads Big Book Sale
Come explore Calgary’s BIGGEST used book sale! The Calgary Reads Big Book Sale event is an important fundraiser, supporting a year-long commitment to literacy for children across Alberta. You’ll discover more than 175,000 gently used books covering all subjects and genres, and whatever you love to read, you’ll find stacks
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Find a Great Read at the RESET Society Calgary Book Sale
The Calgary Book Drive & Sale in support of RESET Society is back for TWO weekends! You can help make a real difference for women and children experiencing the violence and trauma of sexual exploitation, as they turn the page and start a new chapter of their story. Come shop
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Build Some Fun at the LEGO Store in Chinook Centre
The LEGO Store in Chinook Centre often has unique play areas, ‘make and takes’, or special events. Events may have age restrictions and may require registration in-store. Be sure to confirm the event with the store. Take a look at what kind of fun you can build! April 7, 2024:
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Calgary Recreation: Free Programs
This summer, it’s time to get out and play. Calgary Recreation has FREE programs for all ages. Fit Parks Fit Parks are Calgary parks with outdoor fitness equipment. Some parks have more options than others, but there is a variety at every park. They are designed for adults (or at
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Watch a Cineplex Family Favourite Flick on the Big Screen
Taking the family to a movie isn’t cheap–even before you purchase popcorn and drinks! Catching a Cineplex Family Favourites movie is a great way to enjoy a classic family movie at a great price every Saturday morning! Admission to Cineplex Family Favourites is only 3.99* (in-theatre price) per person, making
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Where Kids Eat Free (or Cheap) in Calgary!
Eating out is one of life’s pleasures, but when you’ve got extra mouths to feed, restaurant meals can get very expensive, very quickly. Thankfully, some restaurants in town offer deals for kids on certain days! As a rule, enjoying a free kid’s meal requires the purchase of an adult meal.
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Every Family Can Afford to Save a Buck or Two! Get a Discount With the Calgary Attractions Pass
Planning a staycation or do you want to show our city to out-of-town guests? Calgary Attractions offers discounts for some of Calgary’s most beloved attractions. Swing by the site to see what’s available. Deals change, so check it out before you want to visit. Calgary Attractions Pass: Website: www.calgaryattractions.com
Alberta Free Family Fishing Weekends: Get Hooked on a Great Family Activity
If you’ve been thinking about trying out fishing and have yet to take the plunge, why not try out the sport during one of Alberta’s FREE Family Fishing Weekends? These weekends happen twice a year (February and July) and allow Albertans and visitors alike to fish without a licence. Keep in mind that
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Playing in the Snow: Best Places to Toboggan, Sled and Tube In & Around Calgary
Tobogganing, sledding, and snow tubing are fun and active outdoor winter pursuits that many families love to partake in. It’s a family activity that everyone can enjoy, whether you like a peaceful slide or you like the wind in your face. Here’s where to satisfy your need for speed on
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