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!
City of Calgary Curbside Treasure Hunt
There’s a city-wide treasure hunt in Calgary on September 12 – 13, 2026! Start decluttering and set any items you don’t want on your curbside, marked free, for anyone to take. Then go on a treasure hunt in your own neighbourhood and see what you find! Please be sure to
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Night Light Festival
Check out the Night Light Festival from September 24 – 26, 2026. It’s a 3-night celebration of curated light, art, and live performances that’s free and family-friendly. Night Light Festival: Date: September 24 – 26, 2026 Time: 6 – 11 PM Venue: Victoria Park Website: www.nightlightvicpark.ca
Honens Festival for Families
The Honens Festival is a vibrant classical music festival taking place in Calgary every September. Besides their Open-Air Concerts (free, family-friendly concerts in Calgary and High River), here’s what else you need to know! September 12, 2026, at 10:30 AM | Storytellers: Babar the Elephant Families are invited to Storytellers:
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Heritage Inn International Hot Air Balloon Festival
From September 23 – 27, 2026, watch fun take flight at the Heritage Inn International Hot Air Balloon Festival in High River! During the day, you can marvel at hot air balloon flights and visit food trucks and vendors. When night falls on September 25, 2026, enjoy the magic of
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Go a Little Bit Country at the Springbank Old Tyme Fall Fair
On September 12, 2026, gather at the Springbank Old Tyme Fall Fair in Springbank Park for All Seasons, where families can celebrate the area’s agricultural roots and community spirit. They have free entry and lots of fun activities like a kid zone, vendors, food trucks, and more. Springbank Old Tyme
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Enjoy the Best Alberta Has to Offer at Alberta Culture Days
Are you passionate about arts and culture? Or maybe just curious to discover new cultural experiences, an artist, the arts, or a cultural organization? Alberta Culture Days feature many free, hands-on, interactive activities that invite the public to discover their inner artist, experience their heritage, and celebrate what it means
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Calgary Opera Family Events: Serious Family Fun (for FREE!)
Calgary Opera is bringing you ‘Serious Family Fun,’ a FREE (but you need to register!) family-friendly event where they throw open the doors and invite families to explore. People of all ages are invited to drop in and enjoy music, opera stories, visual arts, dress-up activities, and more! Calgary Opera
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Rattle the Bones Festival
It’s time for the Rattle the Bones Festival in Capitol Hill! Enjoy Alberta Culture Days featuring live music and multicultural performances, with entertainment for the whole family. September 12, 2026 | 3 – 8 PM | Tickets are $5. September 18, 2026 | 6 – 9:30 PM | Come back for a
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Studio Bell PlayLab
The National Music Centre (NMC) has opened a FREE, interactive, musical playground! PlayLab, located on the main floor of Studio Bell, is a place for families to explore and make music. Everyone from young to old can create their own sound – together! There are three zones: Strings, Percussion, Wind
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Home Depot Kids’ Workshops: Fun, FREE, and Now with More Time Slots!
It’s time to head to your local Home Depot for some FREE family fun. The Home Depot Kids’ Workshop typically takes place on the second Saturday of every month (but check the schedule). Kids ages 5 – 12 will get busy with a woodworking project and build something amazing using
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