Special Events
Fund the Flight Festival
Fund the Flight Festival is coming on August 23, 2025, for a fun family day supporting Dreams Take Flight Calgary. The carnival will feature face painting, a bouncy castle, family games, food trucks, mini golf, and a dunk tank. Fund the Flight Festival: Date: August 23, 2025 Time: 11 AM
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Escape the Present with the Strathmore Medieval Faire & Artisan Market
Get ready for a weekend of medieval excitement, performances, and treasures from throughout the realm! From August 22 – 24, 2025, don your finest apparel for a visit to the Medieval Faire in Strathmore. You’ll be amazed and entertained by magic, music, enthralling tales, authentic costumes and decor, and talented
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Canmore Highland Games
Come out for a full slate of great events during the Canmore Highland Games from August 30 – 31, 2025. You’ll find all kinds of great activities celebrating Celtic culture in a beautiful mountain town. Canmore Highland Games: Date: August 30 – 31, 2025 Time: Saturday, 9 AM – 4
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Plan Something Exciting at The Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show
The Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show, presented by G Adventures, from March 21 – 22, 2026, is Alberta’s largest showcase of outdoor gear and adventure travel experiences. Explore the different zones, like the Adventure Travel Zone, the Camping Showcase, or the Health and Wellness Zone. Kids will enjoy the Junior
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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 celebrates the 50th anniversary of the beaver as the official symbol of Canada, and donations of non-perishable food items for the Veterans’ Food
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Adventures with Alberta Wilderness
Adventure with Alberta Wilderness frequently hosts family-friendly events that allow families to reconnect with nature and learn about the world around them. Explore the following events and click each title to register by making a donation. August 3, 2025: Calgary Fossil Discovery Discover an array of fossilized creatures from the
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Calling All Fantasy Fans to Enchanted Okotoks
Enchanted Okotoks is returning on September 13 – 14, 2025, and all fantasy fans are welcome to swarm Downtown Okotoks! Enchanted Okotoks is a Fantasy By Numbers event created in partnership with EarthMMO. This free, family-friendly event transforms downtown Okotoks into an interactive fantasy adventure. Find vendors to shop at
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Heritage Park Night Out with Midway and a Movie!
Heritage Park is bringing you Midway and a Movie for a summer evening adventure! On select evenings this summer, enjoy the rides at the vintage Midway and then settle in under the stars for a classic movie. And the Midway Treatery will be open for mini donuts, frozen lemonade, poutine,
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The RCMP Musical Ride is Coming!
The RCMP Musical Ride is coming to the Calgary area this summer! The Musical Ride consists of a troop of up to 32 riders, all police officers, and their horses, performing intricate formations and drills set to music. For more information and tickets, go to each location’s website. July 4
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Prepare to Get Muddy and Go Marsh Dipping at Bow Habitat Station
Armed with nets and buckets, prepare to get a bit muddy as you search for and identify the critters who make their home in our wetlands. Join Bow Habitat Station for Bug Soup this summer — it’s a great summertime activity to satisfy a kid’s natural curiosity! This programmer-led activity
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