Summer on 17th is bringing you FREE summer fun, with events and entertainment at Tomkins Park. Mark your calendars for September 12 – 13, 2025, because it’s Movie Weekend! That means three days of free family movies with something for everyone. Find the schedule here. September 12: Mamma Mia!, Dirty Dancing,
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A beautiful summer evening is one of my favourite things, but the summer flies by so quickly. Steal every moment this year and enjoy a summer evening watching a movie outside with your family! Grab some lawn chairs and snacks (and maybe even a toque) and enjoy a movie under
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September means back to school, finding extracurricular activities, and planning for childcare on all those PD days. Maybe you want to plan a trip over the Fall/Remembrance Day Break, figure out your family Christmas, or start dreaming about sunshine over Spring Break. We’re creating a post with links to Calgary
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You know what they say about family life: the days are long, but the years are short. But we say, let’s claim those ‘long’ days as summer days filled with light and adventure and wonderful summer events to make the most of the moments with your family! What’s on your
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Going to live theatre is an experience that can’t be replicated, and it’s a wonderful opportunity for families to make lasting memories together. Check out the excellent shows produced by Calgary’s StoryBook Theatre. February 20 – March 15, 2026: Anne of Green Gables: The Musical (New dates added to April 12,
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Vertigo Theatre, located at the base of the Calgary Tower, is home to the BD&P Mystery Theatre Series, which began with Agatha Christie’s classic, The Mousetrap, and plays such classics as Sherlock Holmes. While likely not suitable for younger children, many shows at Vertigo Theatre can be enjoyed by older
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For Calgarians, summer is to be enjoyed. But in this economy?! That’s okay — we have some ideas! Make the most of the lovely light-filled days and help your dollars stretch further with our best value picks for summer fun in Calgary! Calgary Attractions We have some big-ticket attractions in Calgary,
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The Calgary Surge and the City of Calgary are bringing you FREE youth basketball clinics this summer! Kids ages 9 – 12 and 13 – 17 can register for an active session of fun and basketball skill development. Find out more here. Surge Basketball Clinics: Date: June 30 – October
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Head to Cochrane on June 21, 2025, for a FREE Summer Kickoff event at Spray Lake Sawmill Family Sports Centre. Enjoy face painting and all kinds of sports and inflatables. Check out the vendors and enjoy live music. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the beginning of summer! Spray Lake
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Sikome Lake is a definite must-visit family fun destination for the summer. It is a man-made lake located in Fish Creek Provincial Park in the south part of Calgary that is shallow and warm with a sandy bottom and a beach. There are change rooms, playgrounds, and concession stands. Bring
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