Special Events
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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Calgary International Pin Club: Festival of Pins
Head to the Calgary International Pin Club for their annual Festival of Pins. This event is perfect for collectors of all ages, with free admission. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion, and donations of non-perishable food items for the Veterans’ Food Bank will be accepted.
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What a Gem! Check Out the Rock N’ Gem Show
Head to the Calgary Rock N’ Gem Show from August 13 – 16, 2026. You’ll find amazing vendors, an incredible selection, handmade jewelry, and so much more! This event features thousands of new crystals, gemstones, jewelry, beads, and fossils to amaze you. Admission is only $7 per family. This year,
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RONA Kiddos Workshop
Did you know that RONA stores host FREE Kiddos Workshop events? Kids ages 5 – 12 are invited to come and build, grow, and participate! All materials will be provided. Be sure to register to secure your spot. Mark your calendars for these upcoming dates: August 1, 2026 | Build Your
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Guess Who’s Roaring Into Calgary? It’s the Monster Jam Tour!
The Monster Jam® Tour, the world’s most action-packed motorsports event, is roaring into Calgary from September 11 – 13, 2026! Witness world champion athletes control 12,000-pound monster trucks, performing stunts with speed and precision. The excitement ramps up with the Pit Party – an exclusive chance to meet the drivers,
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Try Square Dance For Free!
Are you interested in trying something new? Try square dancing! An experienced caller will introduce you to the basic steps of today’s square dancing, and you’ll discover that square dancing is just walking to music! There is free admission to the intro hour, and singles, couples, and families are welcome.
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Alberta Day Family Fun at Heritage Park
Alberta became a province on September 1, 1905, and September 1 has now been declared ‘Alberta Day.’ You can celebrate what makes this province special with family fun at Heritage Park on August 30, 2026, including all-day entertainment and family activities. The event is FREE, but you need to pre-register.
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Canadian Immigrant Fair
Are you a newcomer to Canada? Looking for support, advice, and information to help you and your family succeed in Calgary? Mark your calendars and register for the FREE Canadian Immigrant Fair on August 21, 2026. Canadian Immigrant Fair: Date: August 21, 2026 Time: 10 AM – 3 PM Venue:
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