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February 13 to 23

February 13 to 15, 5:30 to 11:30pm; Wild After Hours: In the Heat of the Night (18+). This zoo-nique evening is the perfect way to celebrate the most romantic time of the year with your special someone. Indulge in a delicious four-course dinner crafted with love by the zoo’s award-winning culinary team, then turn up the heat with a cheeky, adults-only presentation (complete with pictures!) exploring how animals show their love in the wild. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

February 13 to 15; Murder at the Park: A Wedding to Die For. Step into a thrilling evening of mystery and intrigue with Murder at the Park: A Wedding to Die for at Heritage Park. Enjoy a dinner theatre experience where you’ll work to uncover clues and solve this dramatic whodunit. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

February 14, 9:30am; Hangar Flight Museum Fly Babies. Join The Hangar Flight Museum for a fun and engaging morning for you and your little ones. Visitors will experience story time, crafts, aircraft inspired activities, and more! This program is recommended for ages two to five. Learn more at thehangarmuseum.ca.

February 14, 4:30 to 10pm; Movies at The GRAND: The Princess Bride. Get ready for a magical Valentine’s Day with a special screening of The Princess Bride. Join for an evening of an evening filled with romance, humor, and adventure as we celebrate this beloved classic. Learn more at thegrandyyc.ca.

February 14 to 15; Block Heater Festival. Don’t miss the musical magic this coming February as we welcome artists from near and far to our beautiful city. There’s a show for everyone: whether you’re a diehard folk music fanatic, a psych-rock buff, a neo-soul enthusiast or just looking to get down and have a good time, Block Heater will light up your life this winter. Learn more at calgaryfolkfest.com.

February 14 to 17; The Wildlife Festival. Hang out with a Tamandua ant eater! Meet a sloth! Hop with baby kangaroos. All this and more as the Wildlife Festival returns on Family Day weekend at Nutrien Event Centre. Learn more at wildlifefestival.ca.

Until February 15; Chinook Blast: Snow Down. A free family friendly game that promotes mindfulness and creativity through exploration and observation at Calgary Central Public Library. Participants can find game cards at participating businesses throughout the event, with a key stop at Snow Down Headquarters, where one can craft their own personalized Snow Down Globe—a calming, mindful object. Learn more at chinookblast.ca.

February 15, 9am to 12:30pm; From Spark To Empire! Calling all local Calgary youths! Imagine turning your wildest creative ideas into a real business – just like Mr. Beast did before he became a global sensation. Mount Royal University’s one-day workshop isn’t just another boring class – it’s your entrepreneurial launchpad! Learn more at eventbrite.ca.

February 15, 9:30am to 4pm; Bow Habitat Station’s Fishtival. Dive into the depths of Alberta’s icy waters and experience the wonder of fish this winter at the 13th annual Fishtival. Mark your calendars for a day of fun and exploration at Bow Habitat Station with unique and unforgettable experiences. Celebrations include family-friendly games and activities complete with theatrical performances, casting, fish feeding, and more. Learn more at bowhabitat.alberta.ca.

February 15, 10:30am to 6pm; All Culture One Day. A unique event in North Calgary that fosters community engagement, enhances cultural representation, and embodies Calgary’s inclusive and cultural spirit at Vivo for Healthier Generations. Learn more at allcultureoneday.ca.

February 15, 1 to 3pm; Calgary Opera Serious Family Fun. Visitors of all ages can participate in open-house style activates including crafting, coloring, a reading-corner, and a fun photo booth at Mamdani Opera Centre. Learn more at calgaryopera.com.

February 15 to 16, 10:30am to 5pm; Skijordue 2025. SkijorDue 2025 will be a two-day skijor show and fromage fest in the heart of downtown Calgary at The Confluence Historic Site & Parklands. Learn more at skijorcanada.com.

February 15 to 16, 1 to 3pm; Mastermind Toys Battle Weekend Demo Day. Learn how to play Disney Lorcana TCG, the immersive trading card game. Wield magic inks and the power of Lorcana to assemble your team of Disney characters. Some characters will be familiar friends, others will be fantastically reimagined. Learn more at mastermindtoys.com.

February 15 to 17; Family Fishing Weekend. During Family Fishing Weekends, Albertans and visitors are encouraged to give fishing a try on waterbodies with open fishing seasons without having to purchase a sportfishing licence. Learn more at mywildalberta.ca.

February 16, 9am to 3:30pm; Valentine’s Brunch at the Zoo. Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with a delicious brunch at the zoo! Treat yourself and your loved ones to a mix of gourmet and comfort breakfast favorites, including a free-flowing chocolate fountain paired with fresh fruit, classic eggs benedict with Canadian bacon, a Belgian waffle bar, made-to-order omelettes, and much more. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

February 16, 1 to 4pm; University District’s Winter Pop-Up. University District’s Winter Pop-Ups return this February, offering an afternoon of free, family friendly fun. Enjoy a Sledge hockey demonstration in partnership with U/D retailer AdaptAbility. Groove to live music from local musician DJ GOODBAR. Skate at the U/D ice rink and more. Learn more at myuniversitydistrict.ca.

Family Day Events

February 17, 9am to 3pm; Bowness Community Association Family Day Skating. As part of the city-wide Chinook Blast initiative, the BCA is pleased to offer a full day of free indoor skating, treats, and hot chocolate! Bring your own skates and helmets. Don’t miss out on WP Puppet Theatre’s Puppet Pop-Up Studio that will also be at the event. Learn more at mybowness.com.

February 17, 12 to 5pm; Olympic Oval Family Day Skate. Visit the Olympic Oval for their Family Day Skate. All skaters must wear CSA-approved helmets. Bring your own or rent one from the Skate Shop. Learn more at oval.ucalgary.ca.

February 17, 1 to 4pm; House of Skate Family Day Skate. Mark your calendars for Family Day Skate at Calgary’s new roller-skating venue. Registration suggested. Learn more at houseofskate.ca.

February 17, 1:30 to 4pm; Scenic Acres Family Day Skate. Strap on your skates and head to Crowchild Twin Arena for a free Family Day skate.

February 17; The Great Skate. Skating is a cherished Canadian tradition, connecting us socially, culturally, and across generations. The Great Skate embodies this spirit, offering a way to support families experiencing crisis while bringing people together on Family Day at WinSport Arena. Open to all skill levels, the event features skating and a variety of fun, family-friendly off-ice activities. Learn more at thegreatskate.ca.

February 17; Sylvia’s Souper Family Day Concert. This lively concert is perfect for families with kids of all ages at Robert McClure United Church. Sing along, dance, and give back — all proceeds benefit the McClure Food Pantry. Learn more at SingingwithSylvia.com.

February 17; Family Day at Lougheed House. Lougheed House will be opening the doors to people of all ages for a fun, free admission day of crafts, tours, and exploring the house. Registration is recommended. Learn more at lougheedhouse.com.

February 17; Family Day at Studio Bell. Celebrate Family Day at Studio Bell with a jam-packed day of musical fun for all ages! Admission is free. Explore five floors of interactive activities and enjoy live performances. Learn more at studiobell.ca.

February 17; Family Day Memories at Calgary Public Libraries. Bring your kids, parents, grandparents, siblings — whoever is family to you! Create family memories at any library location with special storytimes, crafts, games, and more. Learn more at calgarylibrary.ca.

February 17; Family Day at Hangar Flight Museum. Grab the fam and celebrate the anniversary of the first powered flight in Canada with the Silver Dart! It’s a great way to discover the history of aviation. Admission is free and includes an activity book. Up, up and away! Learn more at thehangarmuseum.ca.

February 17; Chinook Blast. Chinook Blast warms up our city with a celebration of community, culture, and civic pride, where the best of Calgary’s art, music, theatre, sport and recreation will be on display. Learn more at chinookblast.ca.

February 17; Sport Calgary Winter Festival. This unique event is designed to unite the Calgary community for an unforgettable day of sports, outdoor activities, and family-friendly fun! Whether you’re a sports enthusiast or just looking for a fun way to spend time with loved ones, the Winter Festival offers something for everyone at the Olympic Oval. Learn more at sportcalgary.ca.

February 17; Funky Family Day Skate in Airdrie. It’s the funky Family Day Skate in Airdrie on February 17 with retro-rink vibes, laser lights, haze and music – on ice! Book your 60-minute slot and have some fun together at Plainsmen Arena. Learn more at airdrie.ca.

Until February 17; Chinook Blast. The Chinook Blast Festival warms up our city with a celebration of community, culture, and civic pride, where the best of Calgary’s art, music, theatre, sport and recreation will be on display at various venues. Learn more at chinookblast.ca.

Until February 17; Journey Through the Stars. Delight in a wintertime journey that moves you through four locations in the heart of East Village. Woven into a four-part short story exhibit, this experience invites readers to discover new ways to take in the night sky, embrace the crisp winter air, and find words to express a newfound love for their surroundings. Written by four talented authors inspired by different folklore, history, and imagination, each story unfolds uniquely, shaped by the path you choose. Learn more at evexperience.eventcalendarapp.com.

Until February 17; All Sport One City. All Sport One City is designed to provide Calgarians with opportunities to experience a new sport or physical activity for the first time. Kids can try all kinds of new activities for free at various locations around Calgary. Learn more at sportcalgary.ca/all-sport-one-city.

February 18, 5:30 to 9:30pm; Dinner and a Movie at Heritage Park: Grease. Warm up this February with dinner and a movie at Heritage Park! Start your evening with a gourmet three-course meal in the iconic Gasoline Alley Museum, surrounded by vintage vehicles. Then, settle in for a classic film on the big screen, complete with popcorn. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

February 19, 10:30 to 11am; Villages Calgary Storytime. Come experience a Fair Trade Storytime with books from around the world, snacks, crafts, singing, instruments and tea and coffee for the adults. Learn more at villagescalgary.ca.

February 20, 6 to 8pm; Calgary Public Library Movie Screening: The Princess and the Frog. Visit 1920s New Orleans in this Disney adaptation of the story of the Frog Prince. Join hardworking waitress Tiana as she teams up with Prince Naveen to break a curse after being turned into frogs by the voodoo witch doctor Facilier. Bring your singing voices to Central Library. Learn more at calgarylibrary.ca.

February 20 to 22; Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix™ in Concert. See Harry and his friends race through the Department of Mysteries, practice Defense Against the Dark Arts in secret, and endure Professor Umbridge™ — all with Nicholas Hooper’s iconic score at Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

February 21, 6 to 10pm; Family Hypnotist Show – MindPlay LIVE. Prepare to have your mind blown! A dazzling experience awaits audience members young and old at Capitol Hill Community Centre. Tickets are free but required. Learn more at capitolhill.getcommunal.com.

February 21, 7:30 to 9:30pm; Calgary Public Library Locked Library: Legendary. Over two epic hours, you and your team of experts will solve puzzles inspired by mythology and folklore, featuring storied artifacts, legendary creatures, and lost cities on every level of Central Library. Enjoy the thrill of the chase, whether you’re a seasoned puzzle-solver or a first-time detective. Learn more at can.givergy.com.

February 21 to 22; Snow Rodeo FIS Canada Snowboard Slopestyle and Halfpipe World Cup. The Snow Rodeo is back; bringing the double header action to Winsport Calgary Olympic Park with a FIS Halfpipe World Cup on Friday, February 21 and the FIS Slopestyle World Cup on Saturday, February 22! Don’t forget your cowboy hat and saddle up for the big show as the world’s best throwdown at the fifth edition of the Snow Rodeo. Learn more at shredthenorth.ca.

February 21 to 23; Calgary Boat and Outdoors Show. Calling all outdoor enthusiasts in search of elevating their next adventure! Look no further than the Calgary Boat and Outdoors Show at BMO Centre.  With hundreds of booths you can expect to find something for everyone. Learn more at calgaryboatandoutdoorshow.ca.

February 22, 9:30am to 4pm; First Canadian Collectors Club Show and Sale. You’ll find 12,000 square feet filled with wonderful treasures, from collectibles, mid-century modern, vintage toys, records, antiques, military, glass bottles, and so much more at Thorncliffe Greenview Community Centre. Learn more at firstcanadiancollectorsclub.com.

February 22, 12 to 4pm; NW Used Designer Children’s Clothing and Gear Sale. This sale will offer high-quality, used clothing, toys, books at Triwood Community Hall.

February 22, 10am to 8pm; Toronto Kids Fashion Week in Calgary. Auditions for the TKFW Calgary Season 26 will be at Decidedly Jazz Danceworks and you can register your aspiring model from ages three to 18 years. Learn more and register at tkfw.ca.

February 22 to 23; 10am to 4pm; The Hangar Flight Museum National Aviation Weekend. National Aviation Day is February 23, which is the anniversary of the first powered flight in Canada with the Silver Dart. It’s a great time to discover the history of aviation that’s why the Hangar Flight Museum is celebrating with a full weekend of fun. Learn more at thehangarmuseum.ca.

Until February 23; Loose Moose Theatre Presents: Aesop’s Fables. The Loose Moose Theatre Company makes going to the theatre an experience that is truly magical for children four to ten years old, as well as fun and entertaining for parents. Plan an affordable family time out that everyone can enjoy! Learn more at loosemoose.com.

February 23, 11am to 4pm; The Barn Artisan Market. The Barn Artisan Market has two floors of local vendors with unique, hand-crafted, and made-in-Alberta products at Shawnessy Barn. Learn more at thebarnartisanmarket.ca.

February 23, 1 to 3pm; Kincora Winter Festival. Enjoy sleigh rides, live music, skating, and refreshments at the Kincora rink and fields. The Kincora Community Association will have the “Skate Shack” onsite for free skate and helmet rentals. Learn more at kincora.org.

February 23, 2:30 to 4:30pm; The Calgary Civic Symphony Presents Whimsical Birds. The Calgary premiere of Vincent Ho’s 2022 concerto for saxophone, played by Calgary’s brilliant Jeremy Brown and his students at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Rautavaara’s iconic ode to Arctic birds and Sibelius’ 5th symphony, with its famous swan theme, give this program a Finnish flair. Learn more at calgarycivicsymphony.ca.

February 23, 3pm; Mini Pop Kids Live: 20th Anniversary Celebration Tour. The Ultimate Family-Friendly Concert is back with the Mini Pop Kids 20th Anniversary Celebration Tour at Grey Eagle Event Centre.! Experience an electrifying lineup featuring chart-toppers from Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, Billie Eilish, and some nostalgic classics that will have the entire family singing and dancing together! This is the can’t-miss event performed by kids, for kids….and adults too – creating unforgettable memories for everyone! Learn more at ticketmaster.ca.

Ongoing

Mondays to Thursdays, 9am to 12pm; Active Toddlers at the Genesis Centre. Bring your little one for a delightful playtime adventure with our bouncy castle, toys, puzzles, and a lot more for free. Learn more at genesis-centre.ca.

Mondays all fall and winter, 6 to 8pm; Olympic Oval Monday Night Toonie Skates. Skate on the fastest ice in the world every Monday this season for only a toonie. Learn more at oval.ucalgary.ca.

Thursdays, 4 to 4:30pm; Storytime at Mastermind Toys. Mastermind Toys often has special events at their Calgary stores, including storytime. Check with your store to confirm details. Learn more at mastermindtoys.com.

Weekends; Asylum for Art Brunch. Asylum for Art hosts weekend brunch and live music at the WaffleHaus Saloon. Admission is by donation, and you can reserve a spot. Learn more at asylumforart.ca.

Until February 28; Black History Month Events at the Library. Visit the Library to recognize February as Black History Month. Explore the history of Black cowboys with Chinook Country Historical Society, watch performances from JazzYYC, or participate in a special storytime with the 2023/2024 Poet Laureate Wakefield Brewster. Learn more at calgarylibrary.ca.

Until February 28; YYC Hot Chocolate Fest. Every February, participating cafes, restaurants, and chocolatiers compete for the coveted awards of YYC’s Best Hot Chocolate, Best Spirited Hot Chocolate, Cup That Runneth Over (most sold) and the new – the Most Creative Hot Chocolate. Learn more at yychotchocolate.com.

Until March; WinSport Tube Park. This tube park is one of the largest in Western Canada and is the perfect activity to spend some time outdoors with your family. Learn more at winsport.ca.

Fridays, until March 2 to 6pm; Hygge Hut. Hygge Hut returns to RiverWalk for its fifth winter season, bringing you warmth, comfort, and all the cozy winter vibes. Learn more at evexperience.com.

Until March 2, 7:30pm; Vertigo Theatre Presents: Deadly Murder. Full of bluffs and double bluffs, crosses and double-crosses, this intensely intricate psychological thriller will be one step ahead of you until the very end! Learn more at tickets.vertigotheatre.com.

Until March 22; Jubilations Dinner Theatre Presents: The Big Bang Theory: A Musical. Join Sheldon and the gang as they navigate the ups and downs of life, love, and the pursuit of cosmic understanding. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until March 22; Jubilations Junior Presents: Spider-Boy The Musical Spiderverse. Peter is having a tough time keeping his Spider-Boy identity a secret while the new girl at school is making it hard for him to focus on fighting crime. Meanwhile, the Green Goblin is causing chaos and with Spider-Boy distracted, the city is in peril. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until March 26; PHENOMENA The Exhibition at TELUS Spark. PHENOMENA: The Exhibition invites you to uncover the science behind illusions and explore the mechanisms that govern human perception. Through hands-on experiences and captivating exhibits, discover how your brain can be tricked and learn about the scientific principles behind these deceptions. Learn more at sparkscience.ca.

Until March 31; Nightrise. Suphur Mountain’s summit is transformed through four digital art installations. Learn more at banffjaspercollection.com.

Wednesdays until April 30, 10:30 to 11:30am; Story Time at Heritage Park. Treat your little ones to a magical storytelling experience at Heritage Park! Settle in at the Railway Orientation Centre as our enthusiastic volunteers share beloved classics and modern favorites. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

Until April 13; Stage West Theatre Presents: Too Many Cooks in the Kitchen. After the crash, Irving Bubbalowe and his daughter Honey risked everything to open a new restaurant. But when their star singing chef, the renowned François LaPlouffe, fails to show up for the grand opening, the event is suddenly in jeopardy. Learn more at stagewestcalgary.com.

Until April 27; Sunday Brunch at Heritage Park. Sundays are for relaxing and brunch! At the Selkirk, they’ve got you covered with a delicious buffet featuring fluffy pancakes, crispy bacon, fresh seasonal fruit and chef-inspired dishes that’ll make your taste buds dance. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

Until November 2; Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo – Safari Sunday Brunch. A unique Calgary brunch experience in the heart of Destination Africa. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

Monday and Wednesday from 10 to 11:30 am. The Beach YYC Drop-In Children’s Playtime. On Monday and Wednesday mornings take part in children’s play time at the beach. Learn more at thebeachyyc.ca.

Monday to Thursday, 9am; Parent + Tot Drop-In at Cavalry FC Regional Field House. Cavalry offers a variety of drop-in programs for parents to participate in with their children ages 18 months to three years old. Learn more at regionalfieldhouse.com.

Drop-In Programs at City of Calgary Recreation Centres. Don’t miss out on Active Play where you can bring your kiddo’s energy to an indoor play space. Learn more at calgary.ca.

Storytime at Calgary Public Library. Drop into various Calgary Public Library locations to enjoy stories, songs, and finger plays for the whole family at Family Storytime. Learn more at calgarylibrary.ca.