See the Bow River from a new perspective with RiverWatch’s guided EcoFloat Tours, where an expert guide will take you down the river, sharing their knowledge about the river and our interaction with it. Whether you’re a nature or science enthusiast or simply curious about the world around you, this
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The May long weekend is considered the unofficial kick-off to summer. In High River, they celebrate it with the Little Britches Rodeo. So round up your cowpokes and head on over for some country fun! The Little Britches Rodeo is May 16 – 17, 2025, and the parade is at 10 am
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Otafest – Calgary’s Anime Convention is coming from May 16 – 18, 2025, and celebrating Japanese art, culture, and media in the Canadian community. You can look forward to a marketplace & art exhibition, media guests, video gaming and competitions, cosplay showcases, musical concerts, improv and live performances, educational panels
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The City of Calgary has a mobile adventure playground that travels through a variety of parks, all year long. This is a free program. Whenever the playground is open, there will be on-site program staff to serve as play ambassadors. These staff will supervise but are not there to direct
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Kick off Calgary’s spring and summer festival season on June 1, 2025, at the annual Lilac Festival on 4th St SW! This festival features blocks of great vendors plus plenty of fantastic entertainment. Depending on the year, this could mean you find a bouncy castle for the kids, a new
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Toys R Us is ready to play! Canada’s toy store often has great weekend events for kids and families, offering free activities. Check with your local store to be sure it is participating. Find great reasons to visit your local Toys R Us this month! April 19, 2025| LEGO® Easter
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Experience a world of adventure and beauty at the summit of Banff’s Sulphur Mountain with the Family Experience at Banff Gondola this summer. The Family Experience at the Banff Gondola offers a mountaintop adventure with free admission and a treat for the kids before noon! (One child admitted free with
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Rafting the Bow River is a classic summer experience in Calgary. With a raft and a lifejacket, a little sunshine, and a small group of friends or family, you have the perfect relaxing summer outing. Lazy Day Raft Rentals help you float your cares away with the easiest and the
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by Tanya Koob August 2013 (Updated 2025) Stand up Paddleboarding (SUP) is the fastest-growing sport around the world right now for good reason. It’s easy, there’s a low learning curve, and most people can jump on a board their first time out with no previous experience or lessons. It’s also
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The Eastside Dance Festival Society presents an electrifying showcase of outstanding dance programs from CBE and CSSD Schools on May 8 – 9, 2025. Over 450 dancers will perform. Eastside Dance Festival: When: May 8 – 9, 2025 Time: 7 pm Where: University of Calgary Theatre Address: University of Calgary,
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