Moms are often the glue that holds our families together, so this weekend, it’s time to celebrate Mom! I mean, we’re not opposed to being celebrated on any weekend, but as Mother’s Day is coming, we’ve squeezed extra special events into the weekend guide to make family time even more special. As always, the Family Fun Calgary weekend guide is filled with the best weekend events in Calgary, but you’ll find more ideas on our calendar.
Plus, get your summer camps sorted out before they fill up! Check out our Summer Camp Guide for amazing options.
Keep reading for the weekend guide for May 9 – 11.
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Happy Mother’s Day! Check out our Mother’s Day Guide for all kinds of moms — from sporty moms and moms who like to read to moms who want to check a show or go out to eat. (Check out our Mother’s Day Brunch Guide here — my personal favourite.)
2. The Hangar Flight Museum — Puppets and Planes
One of the great Mother’s Day events is Puppets and Planes at The Hangar Flight Museum. Plus, Moms get in FREE when accompanied by a paid admission, so check it out!
Day Out With Thomas is back at Heritage Park, and if your kids love Thomas the Tank Engine, this is your chance! The highlight of the day is an interactive train ride pulled by Thomas himself, and there are plenty of other special activities. But tickets sell quickly, so don’t wait.
Storybook Theatre’s latest show, Once on This Island, is opening on Friday! It’s the opportunity to enjoy entertainment with your kids and a chance to spark a connection and meaningful conversation.
5. Reset Society Used Book Sale
Come shop over 100,000 used books at the Reset Society Used Book Sale this weekend, in support of women and children experiencing sexual exploitation.
6. Calgary Reads Big Book Sale
The Calgary Reads Big Book Sale is also this weekend, in support of kids’ literacy in Alberta.
7. Toys R Us LEGO Make and Take
Toys R Us has a special Mother’s Day LEGO Make and Take on Saturday!
Want to head out for something special? Jubilations Junior is a dinner theatre designed with families in mind. That means fun for the kids and the parents! Your family can see Rightside Out: Joy is Free, playing now.
But if you’d rather enjoy a date night sans kids (or you have teens you’re trying to entice out), get your tickets for Jubilations Dinner Theatre Jukebox Heaven: Legends Live Forever.
10. Cineplex Family Favourites
Catching a Cineplex Family Favourites movie is a great way to enjoy family time at a price that won’t break your budget. Tickets are only $3.99 per person (in-theatre price, before taxes), and Puss in Boots: The Last Wish is playing on Saturday.
May is the best month for community garage sales. It’s time to go treasure hunting!
12. Spring Markets
Check out some spring markets and craft fairs to get you in the springtime mood.
But Wait … There’s More!
Want more ideas? Look at What’s Happening in May.
For a complete listing of all the best events around Calgary, click on our Calendar and stay tuned to all the best local family events through our Facebook and Instagram. Plus, we’re now on TikTok and Threads!
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