What’s happening in February? So much family fun! Valentine’s Day and Family Day Weekend usually bring plenty of special events to Calgary, plus there’s a nice lo-o-o-ng weekend off school. Need date night (day) ideas? We’re posting those, too! Whatever you’re looking for, you’ll find the best February events for the whole family. Here are our favourites.

Have you been to the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo lately? You can love the colder weather all month long with the new Wild Canada and the polar bears. Or just waddle along with the king penguins on the Penguin Walk.

Brighten up your nights with the Chinook Blast Winter Festival on select days February 2 – 19, 2024. Chinook Blast will be heating up our city with a celebration of community, culture, and civic pride. Make a plan to check out Calgary’s art, music, theatre, sport, and recreation, and embrace the season with your family!

Join the Chinese Cultural Centre as they celebrate the Lunar New Year. On February 3 – 4 and 10 – 11, 2024, find multicultural performances, a vibrant vendor market, dragon and lion dances, art exhibitions, and more — all with free admission for the entire community.

Stay warm and catch dinner and a show with Jubilations Junior Dinner Theatre, because it’s Beach Barbie’s Birthday Bash! Every Saturday in February (and the Sunday of Family Day Weekend), they bring you the perfect opportunity to laugh and create warm memories with your kids.

If you’re looking for sports, the Calgary Hitmen are bringing you Sunday Funday on February 4 and 25, 2024. Come early and check out the concourse activities and enjoy special food and beverage pricing. Plus, there will be in-game family entertainment.

On select weekend days this month, take your teens to see a classic movie, with Films at the Fort.

Head to Heritage Park with the little ones for Storytime every Wednesday morning. You’ll enjoy your favourite stories at your favourite places! An experienced storyteller will escort you to the Story Time Location.

Valentine’s Day is coming, and throughout the month you’ll find Valentine-themed events. Take a look at our Valentine’s Day Guide.

Ah, Family Day weekend, you come just in time! We’ve created a guide for family fun with our top picks this long weekend.

On February 22 – 24, 2024, the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra presents Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire™ in Concert.

Finish the month off with the Calgary Home and Garden Show. It’s at the BMO Centre from February 22 – 25, 2024, and is filled with creative and current ideas for you.

National Aviation Day is February 23, 2024, and The Hangar Flight Museum is celebrating from February 23 – 25, 2024, with a ticket deal and family fun!


There are lots of other events happening during February — Calgary is a great place for families to enjoy activities together! Be sure to check out our calendar to find more family fun. You can also submit your family-friendly event to us; just fill out our event submission form. Don’t forget to check out the new contests we will be running! Enjoy the month, Calgary!

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