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!
FREE Swimming or Skating This Easter with Calgary Recreation
Enjoy FREE activities this Easter with Calgary Recreation! Swimming: FREE holiday swims are here! These are very popular, and you are asked only to attend one time slot, from 1 – 2:30 PM or 3 – 4:30 PM. Head to the following pools. Glenmore Aquatic Centre (SW) Inglewood Aquatic Centre
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Craft Something Amazing with Michaels MakeBreak
Michaels frequently offers fun and inexpensive crafting projects for the family, although Michaels MakeBreak is now offering these projects for ages 13 and up. Generally, you just need to purchase the base, and Michaels will provide the rest. Join a MakeBreak session to enjoy crafting fun! Upcoming Events: March 29,
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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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Cochrane Pet Expo
Head to the Cochrane Pet Expo on June 13, 2026, for whisker-twitching excitement! This family-friendly event in Cochrane brings together pet lovers, animal organizations, and local pet vendors for a full day of fun, learning, and community connection. Leashed & well-behaved dogs are welcome, and there is a small entrance fee
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Michaels Kids’ Club: Kids’ Crafting Fun
Michaels invites your kids (generally ages 3 and up) to Kids’ Club! Kids can create a fun, free craft, for 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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Enjoy National Hockey Card Day with FREE Cards From Upper Deck
Celebrate National Hockey Card Day with a FREE pack of Upper Deck NHL® cards on April 11, 2026! Find a retailer near you and enjoy the excitement of collecting, trading, and celebrating Canada’s sport. National Hockey Card Day: Date: April 11, 2026 Venue: Find participating retailers here Website: www.upperdeck.com
Field Trip! The Calgary Stampede Aggie Days Welcomes the Farm to the City
It’s field trip time! No, not just the kids — this field trip is for the whole family. If you’re looking for a fun day out, learning and exploring, you can get your agriculture education at Aggie Days! It’s your chance to get a sneak peek at all the agri-fun
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Free Easter Activities at Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops
Take part in some free Easter fun at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s from March 21 – 22 and March 28 – April 5, 2026. Get free photos with the Easter Bunny and find everything you need for summer fun while you’re there! Don’t forget to reserve your spot and
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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 200,000 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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