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!

Banish Boredom With Harry Potter Fun From Home

Calgary Events Cheapies & Freebies

Wizarding World attractions are closed, but Harry Potter fans can still enjoy a little magic in isolation with an online Wizarding World! JK Rowling, Audible, Bloomsbury, OverDrive, Pottermore Publishing. and Scholastic, are excited to announce Harry Potter At Home. Fans will be able to ...Read More

Boredom BINGO! {With Free Printable}

Calgary Events Cheapies & Freebies, COVID-19, News & Reviews

“The days are long, but the years are short,” is how the saying goes. Well, the days are really, really long when you’re isolating at home during a pandemic. The days are made even longer still when you have kids telling you how bored ...Read More

Coding for Kids: Find Free Apps and Classes

Calgary Events Cheapies & Freebies, COVID-19

Kids love coding and it’s the way of the future. Plus, it teaches logic and helps kids think through problems. The possibilities with coding are endless and we’ve discovered this list of FREE websites and apps for all ages to enjoy. Coding for Kids: ...Read More

Get Your Free Kid’s Grow Kit from Grow Calgary!

Calgary Events Cheapies & Freebies, COVID-19

It’s almost spring and the kids are out of school … so Grow Calgary is offering Kid’s Garden Kits for practical fun! These FREE little units contain soil, seeds, trays, and domes, and your kids can watch these plants from germination to harvest. Please ...Read More

101 Things to Do at Home to Survive During Self-Isolation

Calgary Events Cheapies & Freebies, COVID-19, News & Reviews, Spring Break

As we all adjust to our ‘new normal’, with children at home – many of whom are too young to understand much of what’s happening – we all strive to find normalcy in our daily routine. We have compiled our ‘101 Things To Do ...Read More

Head to Facebook Live to Craft With Michaels!

Calgary Events Arts and Crafts, Cheapies & Freebies, COVID-19

So you might be stuck at home, but Michaels has devised a creative solution to cancelling their in-store crafting events. Every Wednesday at 12 pm CDT (that’s 11 am our time) Michaels will host a family-friendly craft session via Facebook Live. Just hop on ...Read More

Family-Friendly Board and Card Games . . . and Reasons to Introduce Them at a Young Age!

Guest Author Cheapies & Freebies, COVID-19, News & Reviews

It truly would be too big of a task to share with you all of the great, family-friendly games out there today . . . because it is plentiful and exhaustive. So, I’ll only pass on a few personal favourites that our own family ...Read More

PENDING COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS YMCA Healthy Kids Day: A Healthy Lifestyle Makes for a Great Future!

Calgary Events Cheapies & Freebies, Fitness

On April 26, 2020, head to your nearest YMCA, for free family activities and fun, all emphasizing the benefits of healthy living. Take part in activities and workshops like sports, storytime, sidewalk chalk and camp games, smoothie lessons, weight room orientations (12+), preschool games, ...Read More

Rain, Snow, or Sickness: Making Memories With Simple Fun at Home!

Calgary Events Cheapies & Freebies, News & Reviews

We love all the wonderful events and venues that Calgary has to offer! But no matter how adventurous and hardy you are, there are times in Calgary when it’s best to stay home. Whether it’s a snow day or a downpour, a mental health ...Read More

CANCELLED Find Yourself With SOGO Trail Running & Orienteering — Try It!

Calgary Events Cheapies & Freebies, Sporting Events

CANCELLED Looking for something new to try? Check out SOGO Adventure Running! (You want to run? So go!) SOGO is a trail running and orienteering program for kids and their families and they are hosting a Spring Try It on April 11, 2020. This ...Read More

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With virtually all events cancelled, Family Fun Calgary has switched our focus to at-home and online events and activities. Click COVID-19 on the menu for a list of AWESOME family-fun opportunities that your family can enjoy during this time of isolation.