Alberta’s Family Day weekend is a wonderful break from what can seem like a very long, dark, cold stretch between New Year’s and Spring Break. What better way to celebrate family than by spending some quality time with yours? Take a look at our Family Day Weekend Guide for fun events that are happening in and around Calgary between February 18 and 20, 2023.
Multiple Days
FEATURED EVENT: Southcentre Mall Family Day
Family Day weekend is like a sweet little gift, right in the middle of our busy schedules. Grand gestures and over-the-top holidays certainly add interest to our lives, but those days come with a lot of work and stress, especially for parents! The very best family days are the ones where you slow down, relax, and just enjoy the moment. Unhurried conversations lead to laughter and everyday activities take on a special glow when you’re more focused on enjoying each other than creating perfection. This February, plan the perfect mini break. A visit to Southcentre Mall this Family Day Weekend will inspire a wonderful family fun time, without the stress!
Read more about it here.
FEATURED EVENT: Jubilations Dinner Theatre Mamma Mio
Sometimes you want a family outing that your teenagers won’t complain about. Sometimes, you just want to laugh, eat, and be entertained! No matter what you’re looking for, Jubilations Dinner Theatre offers a fabulous night out, with delicious food and fun entertainment. Whether it’s date night, girls’ night, or a chance to make memories with your big kids, you’ll love Jubilations! And this Family Day weekend, Jubilations Dinner Theatre is thrilled to bring you Mamma Mio, a singing and dancing sensation with music from ABBA, the most popular band of the disco era!
Read more about it here.
Alberta Free Family Fishing Weekend
If you’ve been thinking about trying fishing and have yet to take the plunge, why not try out the sport during one of Alberta’s FREE Family Fishing Weekends? During the Family Day Weekend, Albertans and visitors alike can fish without a licence. Read more about it here.
The Wildlife Festival
See a Sloth! Pet a Kangaroo! The Wildlife Festival is an annual interactive experience that highlights animals and their habitats. Families will love the entertaining stage shows, educational displays, and interactive experiences with the animals that will teach, entertain, and delight all who attend. Read more about it here.
Saturday
The weekend is really and truly here. How to spend a fun day with the kids? Keep reading!
Bow Habitat Station Family FISHtival
Celebrate Family Fishing Weekend in Alberta at Bow Habitat Station’s FISHtival. Immerse yourself in the world of fish and discover what’s beneath the ice in Alberta’s waters this winter at Bow Habitat Station with interactive indoor and outdoor activities and games that explore all things fish! Read more about it here.
Calgary Roller Skate Pop-Up Roller Rink
Roller skating is staying alive in Calgary thanks to a group aptly named Calgary Roller Skate. Calgarians can join them for a groovy time roller-skating with lights, music, and 15 000 square feet of wood floor! Read more about it here.
Central Commons Park Winter Pop-Up
Head to Central Commons Park for a Winter Pop-Up! With music, entertainment, a special fire performance and hot drinks from Monogram Coffee, it’s the perfect way to spend some time taking in the sights, sounds, and lights of Central Commons Park. Read more about it here.
Jubilations Junior Dinner Theatre
Get your tickets now for Freakish Friday, playing over lunch on Saturday. It’s entertaining for the whole family and it will introduce kids to live theatre in a fun and interactive way. Read more about it here.
Sunday
Sunday… a day of rest? Hmmm, that’s a rare thing for families with kids! But hopefully, Sunday can be a great day to relax and play. Or have brunch.
FEATURED EVENT: Arts Commons Presents YAMATO
It’s loud, it’s engaging, and it’s pure FUN! It’s YAMATO – The Drummers of Japan, and the pent-up energy of these feisty young drummers from Japan will celebrate the “rebirth” of live shows with Hinotori. YAMATO will be at the Jack Singer Concert Hall with Arts Commons Presents this winter with a show for all ages. You’ll need to feel it to believe it, as YAMATO resounds with a celebration of entertainment and light-hearted fun! Get your tickets for their show on the Sunday night of the Family Day Weekend.
Read more about it here.
Calgary Hitmen Sunday Funday
Catch a Calgary Hitmen Sunday Funday game in the afternoon, with concourse activities and special food and beverage pricing. Read more about it here.
Calgary Wranglers Sunday Funday
Or head to the ‘Dome in the evening for a Calgary Wranglers Sunday Funday! Read more about it here.
Heritage Park Prairie Winter Breakfast Buffet
Sundays are brunch days and Heritage Park offers a delicious one in the dining room at the Wainwright Hotel with fresh baked goods, buttermilk pancakes, french toast, waffles, eggs, bacon, sausages, hash browns, cheeses, and drinks. Read more about it here.
Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo Safari Sunday Brunch
Safari Lodge, in the heart of Destination Africa at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, hosts a unique Calgary brunch experience. You and your fellow safari explorers can enjoy gourmet and comfort breakfast foods. Read more about it here.
Monday
Happy Holiday Monday!! Here are the top events for today.
Airdrie Funky Family Day Skate
It’s a funky Family Day Skate in Airdrie on February 20, 2023, with retro-rink vibes, laser lights, haze and music – on ice! Book your 90-minute slot and have some fun together. Read more about it here.
Alberta Museums FREE Admission
This Family Day you will receive FREE admission to select provincial heritage sites. Be sure to confirm with your chosen location before you go, as some museums require pre-booked tickets. Read more about it here.
Calgary Public Library Family Day
Enjoy Family Day with a Calgary Public Library Pajama Party. Put on your best pjs and visit the Central, Crowfoot, Saddletowne, Shawnessy, or Signal Hill libraries to celebrate Family Day with fun, free, family-friendly activities including storytime, activities, games, and a cartoon marathon.
Read more about it here.
City of Calgary FREE Skate
Skate for free at a number of City of Calgary Arenas on Family Day from 1 to 2:15 pm. Bring your own skates and helmets! Read more about it here.
Edgemont Community Frost Fest
Frost Fest is a FREE family event that is the perfect reason to get outside and play in Edgemont on Family Day! There will be fun and games in the snow, including ice skating, ice bocce, and snowman building. Read more about it here.
Hangar Flight Museum
At the Hangar Flight Museum, the history of aviation in Canada is documented and on display for visitors to enjoy. This Family Day, enjoy FREE admission. Read more about it here.
The Military Museums Family Day
Join The Military Museums and see authentic armoured vehicles, fighter planes, weapons, and one-of-a-kind artifacts while taking in family-friendly activities, including crafts and a scavenger hunt. Read more about it here.
Olympic Oval Family Day Skate
The Olympic Oval is pleased to once again host a Family Day Skate. Plan to skate and have some fun at the Olympic Oval on Family Day Monday with DJ Phenom providing the tunes. Read more about it here.
Studio Bell Family Day
This Family Day, the National Music Centre (NMC) will be opening Studio Bell with free admission and an event with The Polyjesters, a band of prairie pirates who play swing music of all flavours. Read more about it here.
WP Puppet Presents Bakster and Bird
WP Puppet Theatre is presenting a screening of Bakster and Bird. This video production engages children and adults alike and there will also be take-home puppet-making activities and stations for you and your family to enjoy after the film, plus hot chocolate and a treat. Read more about it here.
Looking for more? Take a look at other Family Day Weekend events in our city.
