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Banff Gondola Nightrise (Family Fun Calgary)
Find A Winter Escape in Banff: This is the Last Season For Nightrise at Banff Gondola!

Find a winter escape in Banff this year. We’re not talking about escaping winter, we’re talking about embracing it! It’s all about the magic of a snowy landscape, the crisp mountain air, and cozy visits by the fireplace. When even the air sparkles, you know it will be an enchanting
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New Year’s Eve Party in Canmore

Join the Town of Canmore for free activities at the Canmore Recreation Centre to say goodbye to 2025. You’ll find free public skating, live musical performances, a DJ dance party, and a NEW light tunnel. New Year’s Eve Party in Canmore: Date: December 31, 2025 Time: 5 – 8 PM
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Road Trip to Atlas Coal Mine: Christmas in the Coulee

With 40,000+ lights across 12 acres at the Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site, Christmas in the Coulee is a sparkling, festive event that will amaze you! Twenty minutes southeast of Drumheller, you’ll find holiday lights set against the dark Badland skies, crafts, music, treats, train rides, and Santa Claus!
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Banff’s Christmas Lighting Trail: In Search of Christmas Spirit

Head to the mountains this winter In Search of Christmas Spirit. Banff is bringing you an outdoor lighting experience: a 45-minute walking story journey told by the illuminated wildlife of Banff National Park. This event is free, but ticketed, and runs on select days from November 13 – December 31, 2025.
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TELUS World of Science Jurassic World by Brickman (Family Fun Calgary)
Looking For Gift Ideas? Jurassic World by Brickman® is Open at TELUS World of Science – Edmonton

Do you want to give the gift of travel and adventure this holiday season? Sure, it’s just a trip up Highway 2, but it’s perfect for dinosaur lovers, LEGO® aficionados, and families who want a fabulous day to remember! TELUS World of Science – Edmonton has a new exhibition that’s
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Enjoy a Vintage Mountaintop Christmas at the Banff Gondola

Celebrate the holidays at 7500 feet! Banff Gondola is hosting a vintage-inspired Mountaintop Christmas, filled with wonder and magic. Santa will be visiting until December 24, and you’ll enjoy seasonal decorations, treats, and a perfect Christmas atmosphere. Make time for cookie decorating, holiday movie screenings, and more. Even better, kids
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Kirk’s Alpaca Farm: Christmas With Santa and the Alpacas!

What’s Christmas without a visit to see Santa … and the alpacas?! Kirk’s Alpaca Farm, about an hour’s drive from Airdrie, is hosting Christmas with Santa and the Alpacas on select dates in November and December. Pick a date and a time slot and head to Kirk’s Alpaca Farm to
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Save Money and Explore Our Province With Experience Alberta’s History Pass

Save some money while you explore museums and interpretive sites throughout Alberta! The Experience Alberta’s History Pass provides unlimited regular admission to provincially operated historic sites, museums and interpretive centres. The pass is good for one year from the date of purchase and is an excellent, affordable way to learn,
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Stand Up Paddleboarding in Calgary

by Tanya Koob August 2013 (Updated 2025) Stand up Paddleboarding (SUP) is the fastest-growing sport around the world right now for good reason. It’s easy, there’s a low learning curve, and most people can jump on a board their first time out with no previous experience or lessons. It’s also
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Kirk’s Alpaca Farm

Kirk’s Alpaca Farm, about an hour’s drive from Airdrie, is a unique day trip idea for families. Of course, they have alpacas to visit and feed, and you can even pet baby alpacas! Their gift shop is filled with products made from alpaca fibres, from socks to teddy bears, and
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