Parks & Pathways
Central Commons Park in the University District
The University District has opened Central Commons Park. This 3-acre park includes a skating rink, fire features and more. They often have special events. Central Commons Park: Where: Central Commons Park (Nestled between Borough Bar & Grill and Banquet Bar in University District) Address: 4019 University Ave NW, Calgary, AB Website: www.myuniversitydistrict.ca
Kids Can Enjoy Free Play at Calgary’s Mobile Adventure Playground
The City of Calgary has a mobile adventure playground that travels through a variety of parks, all year long. This is a free program. Whenever the playground is open, there will be on-site program staff to serve as play ambassadors. Please keep in mind that these staff will supervise but are
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Need Some Summer Fun? Just Add Water! Our Day at Sikome Lake
Summer is the time for sand and sun, playing in the water, throwing a ball, and eating popsicles. Even if you still have to work and manage a household in the summer, you can always make time for summer memories at the beach! It’s time to play, and if you
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Fish Creek Parks Day and Creekfest
Alberta Parks and Fish Creek Provincial Park are celebrating Parks Day and Creekfest on July 16, 2022, with a summer afternoon in the park learning about this unique urban oasis. Enjoy a variety of activities, including guided nature walks, games, interactive displays, and live performances. This family celebration of nature is
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Challenge Yourself With Calgary Bike Parks and Pump Tracks
Do you remember being a kid and the joy and freedom of riding a bike? Pedalling up the hill as hard as you could and then enjoying the thrill and the wind in your hair (ahem, kids, wear your helmets) as you flew down the hill. Bike parks have been
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Calgary Recreation: Free Playground Programs
This summer, it’s time to get out and play. Calgary Recreation has some FREE playground programs for the summer of 2022. Mobile Adventure Playground The City of Calgary has a mobile adventure playground that spends the summer travelling between city parks. The pilot program was so successful that over 2000
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City of Calgary Offers Free Fun in its Parks During Summer Holidays With Park n’ Play and Stay n’ Play
Did you know that the City of Calgary offers community-based summer recreational programs that are FREE? If you aren’t familiar with them, here is our guide so you can take advantage of them in your neighbourhood. Park n’ Play is a free outdoor drop-in program for children aged 6 to
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Bowness Park Mini-Train
Bowness Park is an excellent place for kids to play, run, and enjoy summer, and the vintage Bowness Mini-Train adds even more fun! Originally constructed (in an earlier version) during the 1950’s, and closed for 3 years after damage in the Calgary 2013 flood, the Bowness Park Mini-Train is a treat
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Sikome Lake – The Beach is Back in Calgary!
Sikome Lake is a definite must-go family fun destination for the summer. It is a man-made lake located in Fish Creek Provincial Park in the south part of Calgary that is shallow and warm with a sandy bottom and a beach. There are change rooms, playgrounds, and concession stands. Bring
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Urban Hikes: Hit the Trails Without Hitting the Road
Urban hikes: let’s hit the trail without hitting the road! Parenting involves seasons of desperately trying to fill the days with activities, like taking toddlers swimming, even though you know perfectly well you might spend more time getting ready and cleaning up than you actually spend in the pool. It
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