Sponsored by Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo Conservation Champions Club
Oh, sweet summer, how I love thee. The warmth of the sun, a good thunderstorm, the long, light evenings, and playing outside. Of course, there’s also the non-stop chaos in my house. “Can we have . . . friends over, another snack, a lemonade stand, screen time?” But Calgary has terrific summer events for families to keep everyone occupied and happy, and July holds so much fun.
If you have teens, get them to apply to the Conservations Champions Club with the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo! The Conservation Champions Club is a year-long program for youth aged 14 – 17. The program will run from September 2023 to June 2024 and includes a mix of virtual classroom time and field trips. Applications will only be accepted until August 18, 2023. This amazing program is designed to inspire and is completely free (but spots are limited!).
We have created a Summer Bucket List, filled with a variety of our top family fun choices in Calgary. We’re not just surviving this summer, we’re thriving! Plan some fun, all summer long.
Of course, July starts off with a bang and there are Canada Day celebrations all over Calgary on July 1, 2023. We’ve done our best to compile the ultimate guide to great events all day, with food, fun, and fireworks. (Is this the year you let your kids stay up to watch the fireworks?)
Okay, I know you don’t need me to tell you about the Calgary Stampede, but our guide makes it easy to find information! Happening from July 7 – 16, 2023, Calgary is filled with special energy and community fun. If you just want to find free breakfast, check out our Stampede Breakfast Guide.
Every Saturday evening in July, beginning July 8, 2023, the City of Calgary hosts Family Golf Nights, where a paying adult can take juniors golfing for free.
Find a costume and get ready for a SUPER weekend at the Calaway Park Comic Fest for Kids from July 14 – 16, 2023. With special features and activities dedicated to making the Comic Fest weekend unforgettable, you’ll have an out-of-this-world day.
Broadway Across Canada is here this summer and is bringing Disney’s Aladdin to Calgary from July 18 – 23, 2023. This is sure to be a special night out.
Farmers markets in and around Calgary really start to shine in July. Take a look at our Seasonal Farmers Market Guide for the freshest produce, unique items, and tasty treats.
Mark your calendars and get your tickets because July 23, 2023, is the Calgary Stampeders Family Day Game! Whether or not your family loves football, this Family Day Game is a memorable and exciting experience for everyone. Arrive early and kids of all ages can enjoy interactive inflatables, face painting, games, giveaways, music, food and much more! Stay after the game for a chance to step on the field yourself!
The Calgary Folk Music Festival is July 27 – 30, 2023, for a rich sense of community with the mutual enjoyment of music and other activities.
Pet-A-Palooza is at Eau Claire Market from July 29 – 30, 2023. This is a free, pet-friendly, family event featuring great events, vendors, and exhibits. It really is a dog’s life!
There are lots of other events happening during the month of July. 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 contests we are running and take a look at our Summer Camp Guide. Enjoy the month, Calgary!
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Every kid wants to be a champion. And every kid can make a real difference in the world right where they are, using the skills and interests that are unique to them. Over the next school year, your teenager can develop their passions and be a part of something bigger with the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo Conservation Champions Club, because everyone has a role to play in protecting and preserving wildlife and wild places. This program is designed to inspire and is completely free (but spots are limited!).
Naturally, the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is passionate about wildlife conservation and preserving wild places for generations to come. They are an internationally recognized leader in the science of saving endangered species. You become a partner in conservation when you support the Zoo, and the Conservation Champions Club brings an in-depth, unique opportunity for teens who are eager to contribute to conservation and the health of our environment.
The Conservation Champions Club is a year-long program for youth aged 14 – 17. The program will run from September 2023 to June 2024 and includes a mix of virtual classroom time and field trips. It’s time to take action to preserve wildlife and wild places. The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo Conservation Champions Club gives your teen a chance to embrace the big, beautiful world out there and discover how they can make a difference.
