It’s time to celebrate Mom! Flowers, chocolate, and chubby little arms wrapped around your neck are always wonderful on Mother’s Day (or any day). But if you’re also looking for fun activities, delicious food, and a chance to make wonderful memories, keep reading and plan a special family day. (Many
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There are many ways to enjoy family time on Mother’s Day, but I sure do love going out to eat! The best present is when someone else feeds me and keeps the mess out of my kitchen, so I can just spend time talking and laughing with my family. Buffet
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This year, show your appreciation for Mom by booking tickets for yourself (and Mom) on a brunch or supper train ride at Aspen Crossing for an unforgettable experience. Enjoy dinner on the train on May 9, 2026, or brunch on the train on May 10, 2026. Both experiences will include
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Roller Palace (formerly House of Skate) is a terrific place to go roller skating. You can rent skates or bring your own and enjoy an active skating session at their wonderful facility. Grab your wheels and get rolling! We will highlight some top events, and you can see the schedule
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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: May 3,
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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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The Calgary Rock & Lapidary Club will present the Rock & Mineral Show on May 8 – 10, 2026, featuring up to 50 vendors from around the world, live demonstrations, door prizes, activities, a silent auction and more. For those who love earth sciences and the arts, the show will
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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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Head to the Taylor Markets Mother’s Day Extravaganza on May 9 – 10, 2026. The first 100 Moms each day can grab a free loot bag. Then shop the vendors and enjoy family activities like face painting, crafting, and miniature horses & baby goats! Taylor Markets – Mother’s Day: Date:
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We can spend time together at home, but sometimes families connect on a different level when they head out to do something fun! Mother’s Day is the perfect chance to step back from regular life, and The Hangar Flight Museum is ready with family entertainment. Cool planes, fun activities, and
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