Past Events
Follow the Trail with ‘Hansel and Gretel’ — Discover Calgary Opera!
With a few breadcrumbs, some skillful puppetry, and a dose of trickery, your family can rediscover Hansel and Gretel and try something new this year. When Calgary Opera presents Hansel and Gretel, on January 31 and February 1 and 6, 2026, it’s the perfect introduction to the opera! This whimsical show
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Let’s Celebrate! Find the Best New Year’s Eve Events in Calgary
What do you like to plan for New Year’s Eve? Whether you have young kids who simply must be in bed by 7:30 PM or you’re heading out late to party with your tweens and teens, you can find the best New Year’s Eve Events in Calgary here! Family-friendly New
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Don’t Bust Your Budget: Frugal Fun in Calgary This Holiday Season
They say it’s the most wonderful time of the year. They say there’s no place like home for the holidays. They say it is the season to be jolly. All true, but the season does have a little stress. With extra visitors, kids out of school, and lingering dark winter
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Watch Santa Online: Reindeer Cams, Games & Christmas Eve Tracking for Kids
The countdown to Christmas feels even more exciting when kids can watch Santa online and follow the Christmas journey in real time. From watching reindeer relax at the North Pole to tracking Santa’s sleigh across the globe, these festive online experiences bring holiday magic straight to your screen. 🦌 ReindeerCam:
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Discover the Stampede Story at the Sam Centre
The Sam Centre is a brand-new Calgary experience that shares the Stampede Story through multiple mediums, such as exhibits, an archival collection, and immersive media. You will experience the Stampede’s greatest stories year-round at Sam Centre. Discover The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth in a whole new way—through captivating exhibits,
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Celebrate Early with New Year’s Eve Fun in Okotoks
On December 31, 2025, the Okotoks Recreation Centre will host FREE family activities. From skating to swimming and gym fun, there’s something for every family! Go to the website for the complete schedule of activities. (Then you can enjoy fireworks in Lineham Park at 7 PM.) Okotoks New Year’s Eve:
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Come to the Free Boxing Day or New Year’s Day Skate at City of Calgary Rinks
Are the kids a little antsy? Need a little activity to burn off extra cookies? Skate for FREE at select City of Calgary ice rinks! On Boxing Day, you’ll find free skating from 1 – 2:15 PM at the following rinks: Frank McCool Arena (SE) Ernie Starr Arena (SE) Henry Viney Arenas
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Count Down to 2026 (And Still Get to Bed on Time!) With Noon Year’s Eve at TELUS Spark
Ring in the New Year at TELUS Spark on December 31, 2025. Kick off New Year’s Eve early with NOON Year’s Eve, so you can celebrate and still get to bed early! Pro tip: come by 11 AM to be in place on time for the balloon drop and confetti
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Indulge Your Imagination at IndigoKids Events
From time to time, IndigoKids departments in Chapters and Indigo stores host events for kids & their parents/caregivers. These events could be anything from storytime to crafts and more. You’ll discover the following great kids’ events on select days, at participating Chapters and Indigo Stores. January 2 – 4, 2026:
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The Best Gift Guide for Experience-Oriented Christmas Gifts
What’s on your holiday shopping list this season? Instead of more stuff to fill your closets, what about wrapping up joyful experiences and special memories with your family? Experience-oriented gifts are always the perfect size and can draw you closer as a family as you encounter new adventures together. Make
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