October
All Aboard! Where to Find Trains Around Calgary
Do you have a young train lover in your household? (Or maybe a grown-up one?!) Trains capture our collective imagination, no matter how old we are. And even our language shows our connection to the rails, with sayings like ‘full steam ahead’ or ‘going off the rails.’ Trains offer so
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Pumpkin-Lovin’ Fall Days at Calgary Farmyard
Fall weekends mean pumpkin time at the Calgary Farmyard! Visit the farm for Fall Days on weekends from September 11 – October 25, 2026, to enjoy seasonal activities, from exploring a corn maze to finding the perfect pumpkin. Visit the farm animals and have some outdoor farm fun! You can
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Have a Nighttime Adventure at the Calgary Farmyard During Harvest Lights
The Calgary Farmyard is inviting you back to Harvest Lights! The entire farm will be open and lit up for Friday and Saturday evenings, from September 11 – October 24, 2026 (weather permitting). The lights come on at sundown, and the only area left unlit will be the giant corn
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Your Guide to Farm Fun Around Calgary!
I grew up in the country, but have lived in cities my whole adult life. My kids, on the other hand, are born and bred city kids. The first time we went to a corn maze, one of my children (who will remain nameless to protect the ridiculous) exclaimed, “I
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Kids Eat Free at Boston Pizza This Fall!
This fall, kids eat free at Boston Pizza! Get the Kids’ Card at Boston Pizza for a $5 donation and get five free kids’ meals! Cards are available online from late August until October. In past years, physical cards could be purchased in restaurants beginning on September 1. Valid for
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YYC Pizza Week is Now Pizza Fest – And a Delicious Way to Support Meals on Wheels!
YYC Pizza Week is now Pizza Fest, with charity, community and pizza crusts in mind. Each year, local participating restaurants craft an exclusive pizza in a competition to be lauded as Calgary’s best pizza. From each purchase, a slice of the proceeds goes to Calgary Meals on Wheels, directly supporting
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Calgary Opera Family Events: Serious Family Fun (for FREE!)
Calgary Opera is bringing you ‘Serious Family Fun,’ a FREE (but you need to register!) family-friendly event where they throw open the doors and invite families to explore. People of all ages are invited to drop in and enjoy music, opera stories, visual arts, dress-up activities, and more! Calgary Opera
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City Kids Can Have Fun on the Farm at the Calgary Farmyard
Get lost and eventually found as you navigate your way through the giant corn labyrinths, mingle with the friendly barnyard animals, bounce on the jumping pillows, ride the cow train, take aim with the corn cannons, and so much more! […]
RONA Kiddos Workshop
Did you know that RONA stores host FREE Kiddos Workshop events? Kids ages 5 – 12 are invited to come and build, grow, and participate! All materials will be provided. Be sure to register to secure your spot. Mark your calendars for these upcoming dates: December 5, 2026 | Christmas Special
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Take a Trip Around the World’s Wildlife at The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
One of the greatest things about Calgary is our spectacular world-class zoo — located on an island smack-dab in the middle of the city! The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is a beautiful inner city oasis that plays home to over 4,000 animals from all over the world. Take a stroll through
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