After the busy holiday season, January is the perfect month to get cozy, enjoy family life, and enjoy everyday moments. Whether you want to splurge or find something a little more low-key, let us help you find the best January events. We’re looking for some special activities to get out of the house, while hopefully still staying warm!
If your kids are in public school, you’ll start January with some time off from school. That could be terrific or a little challenging. Find some fun without breaking the bank with help from our Frugal Fun Guide. You can also find more family fun in our calendar.
⭐️ The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo ZOOLIGHTS | Until January 4, 2026
FEATURED | Christmas might be over, but ZOOLIGHTS will always brighten your night! This year’s experience is bigger, brighter, and more magical than ever, with millions of twinkling lights at every turn and the best of winter fun.
Heritage Park Story Time | Wednesdays in January
Bring the kids to Heritage Park and visit the Railway Orientation Centre for story time! Volunteers will read familiar classics and modern favourites. After the story time, kids will enjoy sing-along activities and a creative craft session. Plus, Story Time at Heritage Park is now FREE! But make sure you register to ensure your spot.
Harlem Globetrotters | January 9 – 10, 2026
Wicked b-ball skills + hilarious comedy = The Original Harlem Globetrotters. Lucky for Calgary families, they’re coming to town! This must-see event is guaranteed to entertain the whole family and create some fantastic memories.
Calgary Hitmen Sunday Funday | January 11, 2026
Enjoy a Sunday Funday with the Calgary Hitmen, with extra games, kids’ activities, and special food and beverage pricing. There’s a post-game skate, too!
Free Beginner Skate Lessons | Saturdays in January
If you want to learn how to skate, the City of Calgary is offering FREE beginner skating lessons for all ages on Saturdays for all of January at Prince’s Island Park Lagoon. Each lesson will kick off with a 30-minute guided lesson, followed by skating support as you practice.
Olympic Oval Toonie Nights | Mondays in January
Skate the Fastest Ice in the World! Save some money with Toonie Nights on Monday nights at the Olympic Oval.
Banff SnowDays | January 16 – February 8, 2026
Falling into the category of “You can’t do anything about it, so you might as well enjoy winter,” comes Banff SnowDays, with a variety of wintery fun activities. Treat your family to some time in the mountains.
⭐️ Jubilations Dinner Theatre | Opening January 17, 2026
FEATURED | Let it be fun, let it be entertaining, let it be Jubilations Dinner Theatre! Jubilations is the place to go for a laughter-filled night out, filled with delicious food and lively entertainment. And you won’t want to miss the newest show, when ‘four lads from Liverpool’ warm up your winter with Let It Be Beatles.
Symphony Sunday | January 18, 2026
Join the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra for Symphony Sunday as they present Vivaldi’s Ring of Mystery. This is a much-loved concert series that introduces young listeners to high-quality live performances made especially for them.
RV Adventure Sale and Show | January 22 – 25, 2026
Start dreaming of summer or plan an adventure when the RV Adventure Sale and Show comes to Calgary! Explore possibilities at the BMO Centre with the best of the industry and several major RV sellers in the area.
Indoor Play Places
All Month | I can say many wonderful things about Calgary (friendly people, great neighbourhoods, awesome parks … I do love it here!), but the weather forecast can sometimes be a real downer. Happily, Calgary is also home to many indoor play places, from climbing structures to trampoline parks to parkour studios and beyond. Here’s the lowdown on all those wonderful weather sanctuaries!
Read more about it here.
Skating Guide
Are you hoping to get out and enjoy active winter fun this year? Skating helps you make the most of winter, with plenty of locations to lace up. Plus, it’s often free or very affordable. Calgary is ideal for outdoor ice skating, especially when a chinook rolls in and the temperatures warm up! Community Outdoor Skating Rinks are a great place to meet your neighbours and get your skates on for free. If the weather is too warm or cold, there are also many indoor rinks.
Read more about it here.
Sledding Guide
All Month | Whee! Are you looking for the best places to go sledding in Calgary?! Most kids love tobogganing, sledding, and snow tubing and it’s an easy, active way to enjoy winter. It’s a family activity everyone can appreciate, whether you like a peaceful slide or prefer the wind in your face. Here’s where to satisfy your need for speed on the snow in and around Calgary, whether you splurge on a Tube Park or head out for a free activity near you.
Read more about it here.
Ski & Snowboard Deals
Get Your Passes Soon | When you live in a place as wintery and as well-situated as Calgary, it makes sense to embrace alpine winter sports like skiing and snowboarding. But the cost of outfitting a family can really add up – and you don’t always want to do the same runs at the same hill. So, we’re bringing you special deals that can save you some of your hard-earned dollars.
Read more about it here.
Skiing and Snowboarding Guide
All Month | Snow sports like skiing and snowboarding are a big part of winter life in the Calgary area and many families are excited to get their little snow bunnies on the slopes almost as soon as they’re able to walk. The ski hills and resorts in Southern Alberta are happy to accommodate families and offer learning areas, lessons for youngsters and/or quality childcare so that older family members can enjoy a day of skiing.
Read more about it here.
Snowshoeing and Cross-country Skiing
All Month | This winter, don’t just hibernate and hide indoors until spring. Head outside and make the most of the season! Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing are fun activities the whole family and any skill level can enjoy, and there are many places in and around Calgary to enjoy the great winter outdoors. You might even get lucky with lots of fresh snow AND one of those gorgeous chinook winds that make Calgarians so proud.
Read more about it here.
Winter Classes for Kids
All Month | This is the time to register for all the great extracurriculars that make life more fun! Here at Family Fun Calgary, we want to make it easier for you to find quality extracurricular programs that you AND your kids will love. It’s always a great time to try something new or get back to something you enjoy, so keep reading to find the BEST lessons for kids in Calgary!
Read more about it here.
But Wait … There’s More!
Do you love seeing all the January events in Calgary, but want MORE?! Sign up for the monthly Family Fun Calgary newsletter. We give you a peek at all of the upcoming, family-friendly activities scheduled in Calgary. You can also keep up with everything happening in #YYC on our events calendar, and stay tuned to all the best local family events through Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
Did you know you can submit your family-friendly event to us? Fill out the submission form with your event details, and we’ll do our best to add your event to our events calendar.
Enjoy the month, Calgary!
