There is so much going on during the holiday season, and Christmas Light Ups and Parades are a great way to combine the magic of sparkling lights with some seasonal fun! We’ve compiled a list of the best experiences, whether it’s a community light-up event, a parade, or an all-out
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Come and Skate with Santa in Okotoks on December 7, 2025! Santa will be on the ice at the Okotoks Recreation Centre for this FREE event. Candy canes and hot chocolate add to the festive fun. Don’t forget your skates and helmets, and cameras for photos with Santa. *All participants
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Spectacle Blue brings the holidays alive in Twas the Night Before Christmas with circus acts woven together through storytelling and dance. This all-ages event will entertain and awe as the Performance Company performs on the hoop, silks, and trapeze. Spectacle Blue: Date: December 13 – 14, 2025 Time: Saturday, 7
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Enjoy a visit with Santa Claus at BassPro Shops or Cabela’s in a Christmas wonderland! Join the arrival event on November 8, 2025, at 5 PM, complete with treats. Then make your free advanced reservation for Santa photos from November 9 – December 24, 2025, and get a free 4×6
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Before you know it, the Christmas season will be upon us, with its twinkling lights, cocoa by the fireplace … and trying to find the perfect gift. This Christmas season, forget the mall! Get your shopping done, support local businesses and enjoy a festive holiday experience! Christmas markets and craft sales
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My, what big teeth you have, Grandma! We all know the story of Little Red Riding Hood and the hungry, devious wolf. This Christmas, you can relive this classic tale with the Calgary Opera. On select days from November 28 – December 7, 2025, celebrate Christmas with a family-friendly, heartwarming
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Do you want to give the gift of travel and adventure this holiday season? Sure, it’s just a trip up Highway 2, but it’s perfect for dinosaur lovers, LEGO® aficionados, and families who want a fabulous day to remember! TELUS World of Science – Edmonton has a new exhibition that’s
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Santa Claus to coming to Airdrie on December 6, 2025. Get into the festive spirit when the parade rolls down Main Street, with Santa Claus himself as the guest of honour, and enjoy the festive atmosphere and Christmas lights. Airdrie Santa Claus Parade: Date: December 6, 2025 Time: 5 PM
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Don’t hibernate – come celebrate winter at the official lighting of the Christmas lights in Chestermere on November 29, 2025, at John Peake Park. Enjoy outdoor activities and festive cheer for the family. Chestermere Winter Lights Festival: Date: November 29, 2025 Time: 4 – 8 PM Venue: John Peake Park
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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
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