The Canmore Folk Music Festival takes place over three days of the Heritage Day long weekend in August and features more than 30 individual acts or performers and a family-friendly site. Check out the Kids’ Area over the weekend and the FREE community concert on Friday night. Canmore Folk Music
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Part museum and part learning centre, the YouthLink Calgary Police Interpretive Centre lets kids indulge their fascination with police and the law. The Centre helps kids start thinking about the issues they will face in the world today, so they can make informed decisions and become responsible citizens. They often
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The Calgary Flames Foundation for Life and Calgary YMCA have teamed up to offer kids in Grade 6 a FREE General Youth Membership (valid from August 1, 2025, until August 31, 2026). The program includes many benefits. Free entry to all YMCA locations in Calgary Advanced program registration and discounted rates
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The Priddis Millarville Country Fair is old-fashioned, country-style family fun from August 16 – 17, 2025. The Fair is the place to come to learn about Alberta’s agricultural history, touch the animals, and view the creations of local artisans, gardeners, photographers, and woodworkers. Admission is free, but donations are welcome.
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Fiesta Filipino is coming to Calgary on August 29 – September 1, 2025. This colourful, giant street party celebrates Filipino arts, culture, and traditions. Come out to the new Eau Claire Plaza and enjoy featured exhibits, paintings, songs, sports, and dances that showcase the richness of this culture. Admission is
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Love golf? Don’t miss the Rogers Charity Classic from August 11 – 17, 2025. In addition to watching some great golf and seeing some of your favourite pro golfers, kids 17 and under go free. Plus, check out the KidZone from August 15 – 17, 2025 (Friday to Saturday). Junior
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Come to North Glenmore Park on August 8 – 10, 2025, for the Calgary Dragon Boat Race & Festival! From a 2000-year-old Chinese legend, Dragon Boat Racing remains a tradition to this day. The dragon boat competition illustrates camaraderie, teamwork, and inspiration. Enjoy FREE entry, a Kids’ Zone, a marketplace,
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On August 16 – 17, 2025, you can experience Alberta Open Farm Days! Alberta Open Farm Days are about farmers and ranchers inviting their urban and rural neighbours to stop in for a visit to share stories, see demonstrations, and learn more about the farmers who grow their food. Educational
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Tour de Bowness is the largest amateur cycling event in Alberta and is fun for the whole community. Cheer on the racers while you visit the Bowness Street Festival for a day of racing, great food, live music, and local vendors and artisans on August 4, 2025. Tour de Bowness
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There’s a delicious festival coming to Cochrane this summer! On August 10, 2025, head to the Cochrane Food Fest, filled with fun and flavours. Enjoy quality local foods and beverages, a marketplace, musical entertainment, and family activities. Admission is $2 a person or $5 a family. Cochrane Food Fest: Date:
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