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February 19 to March 1

February 19 to 21; Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra Presents: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince in Concert. Relive the magic of year six in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™ in Concert. Fans of all ages can experience the thrilling tale of Harry’s obsession with a mysterious potions book accompanied by the music of a live symphony orchestra as Harry soars across the big screen in HD. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

February 20, 6 to 10pm; Beach Party Jellybean Dance Capitol Hill Style. Expect DJ Goodword and his midwinter light show, roller skating by Livvy, food truck, lounge trivia with prizes supplied by North Hill Mall, free kids’ activities, beach-themed fun and so much more. Frosty February is about to heat up so grab your summer wears and come to the hill (Capitol Hill Community Association! Learn more at capitolhill.getcommunal.com.

February 20, 6:30 to 10pm; Big Fun Chinese New Year Dinner. A cherished celebration honoring the spirit and culture of Calgary’s Chinatown at Regency Palance Restaurant. This event a fundraiser for the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre, Calgary’s largest outdoor sculpture park. Learn more at zeffy.com.

February 20, 7 to 9:30pm; Locked Library: Full Steam. Another brain-ticklin’, sneaker-shufflin’ trek through Central Library is in the cards for 2026 when Locked Library returns. Learn more at libraryfoundation.ca.

February 20 to 22; Spruce Meadows February Classic II. The second tournament of the Winter Series, the February Classic II brings local riders to the indoor comfort of the Spruce Meadows Equi-Plex. This relaxed show jumping event is a chance to cheer on talented amateurs in a welcoming atmosphere. With free admission, free parking in Lot 7, and food concessions open all weekend, it’s an easy way to enjoy a fun local outing and experience the sport up close. Learn more at sprucemeadows.com.

February 20 to 22, 9am to 5pm; Calgary Farmers’ Market Cold Cut Ice Craving Competition. This special weekend event at both Calgary Farmer’s Market locations will bring together top ice carvers to compete in a three-day competition. Guests are invited to check out the incredible ice sculptures while enjoying the outdoor fire pits, s’mores and maple taffy. Learn more at calgaryfarmersmarket.ca.

February 20 to 22; Calgary Boat and Outdoor Show. A major annual event showcasing boats, marine gear, ATVs, camping, fishing, and hunting equipment at BMO Centre. It features over 100 exhibitors, expert seminars on the Wild TV stage, a casting pond, and a kids’ trout fishing pond. Learn more at calgaryboatandoutdoorshow.ca.

February 20 to 28; Sage Theatre Presents: Shakespeare’s R&J. Four young students, in a repressive college environment, decide to vary their very governed lives. After school, one breaks out a copy of William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, and they all take turns reading the play aloud. The rigidity of their lives begins to parallel the lives of the characters in the play: roles in the family, roles in society, and the roles played by men and women soon seem to make sense. Learn more at sagetheatre.com.

February 20 to March 15; StoryBook Theatre Presents: Anne of Green Gables: The Musical. Everyone’s favorite redhead returns to Beddington Arts Theatre as Anne Shirley arrives unexpectedly at a small farming community. Learn more at storybooktheatre.org.

Until February 21; Small Time Theatre Presents: Disney’s Frozen Jr. Small Time Theatre invites you to step into the magic of Arendelle with their colorful, family-friendly production of Disney’s Frozen JR., performed by our incredible young cast (Grades 1 to 9)! Learn more at smalltimetheatre.shop.

February 21, 10am to 12pm; Calgary Public Library: Lunar New Year. Discover special Lunar New Year activities at select libraries. Activities will include performances, workshops, games, and more. Learn more at calgarylibrary.ca.

February 21; 10am to 2pm; RONA Kiddos Workshops: Surprise Workshop with a Hockey Theme. Your little hockey fans are invited to join a special RONA Kiddos Workshop in collaboration with the Montreal Canadiens and the Edmonton Oilers! Children will build their very own mini hockey stick, perfect for proudly displaying their medals at home. Learn more at rona.ca.

February 21, 11am; Cineplex Family Favourites: The LEGO Movie. Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favorite family film each week for only $3.99. Learn more at cineplex.com.

February 21, 6 to 9pm; 2026 Kincora Community Association Skate Night. The event offers free public skating, complimentary skate and helmet rentals through the Play It Again Sports Skate Shack. Learn more at kincora.org.

February 21, 8:30 to 11pm; Remembering Calgary’s Roller Rinks. Bringing the history of Calgary’s skating back to life for one night of nostalgia at SkyCastle Roller Rink. Learn more at skycastleroller.ca.

February 21 to 22; 10am to 4pm; National Aviation Weekend at The Hangar Flight Museum. A great way to discover the history of aviation. This event is aimed to entertain the entire family with a free coloring book, tours and a scavenger hunt. Learn more at thehangarmuseum.ca.

February 21 to 22, 11am to 5:30pm; SkijorDue 2026. SkijorDue 2026 will be a two day skijor show & fromage fest in the heart of downtown Calgary at The Confluence Historic Site & Parklands. Learn more at skijorcanada.com.

Saturdays until February 22; Year of the Horse Chinese New Year Festival 2026. Visit the Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre for lion and dragon dances, martial arts, handmade vendor creations, calligraphy demos, delicious food and more. Learn more at culturalcentre.ca.

February 22, 11am to 4pm; The Barn Artisan Market. A monthly community artisan and craft market at Shawnessy Barn. Learn more at thebarnartisanmarket.ca.

February 22; Calgary Hitmen Sunday Funday. Cheer on your favorite WHL team and then take part in a post-game skate with the Calgary Hitmen at the Scotiabank Saddledome. Learn more at  hitmenhockey.com.

February 22, 1 to 3pm; Michaels Kids’ Club: Spring Beaded Butterflies. Come in for a fun, free event for kids. Make cute butterflies out of pony beads and chenille stems. All supplies are free for this event. Learn more at canada.michaels.com.

February 22, 1 to 4pm; 8th Annual Kincora Winter Festival. The event offers free public skating, complimentary skate and helmet rentals through the Play It Again Sports Skate Shack, and horse-drawn wagon rides through adjacent green space. Additional amenities include complimentary refreshments provided by community partners, creating a warm and welcoming environment for residents of all ages. Learn more at kincora.org.

February 22, 2:30 to 4:30pm; Calgary Civic Symphony: An Afternoon at the Opera. This operatic tour de force features highlights from two of the greatest operas ever written—Bizet’s Carmen and Puccini’s Turandot—in an electrifying concert at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at calgarycivicsymphony.ca.

February 23, 5 to 7pm; CrossIron Mills: C of Red Celebration Autograph Session. Get up close with the entire Calgary Flames roster for an unforgettable autograph experience at CrossIron Mills Mall. Learn more at crossironmills.com.

Tuesday until February 24; $5 Tuesdays at Cineplex. Enjoy $5 movie tickets and $5 small popcorn, each Tuesday from January 20 to February 24. Learn more at cineplex.com.

February 24; Landmark Cinemas Park the Stroller: Scream 7. For “grown-up” movie lovers who want to get their fix of the latest blockbusters or indie films in a baby-friendly environment. Learn more at landmarkcinemas.com.

February 25, 7 to 8:30pm; North Point School for Boys Open House. Begin your journey with North Point School for Boys with a short presentation. Following that, staff and students will be available for school tours and to answer your program/grade specific questions and show you how your child will fit into North Point now and for the future. Parents and potential North Point Navigators are welcome to attend. Learn more at eepurl.com/cxabyf.

February 25, 7 to 8:30pm; North Point Schools Open House. Join us to learn about North Point’s programs and how it can be a fit for your student. Learn more at eepurl.com/cxabyf.

February 26, 7 to 8:30pm; Innovations and Inspirations Guided House Tour at Lougheed House. This guided house tour explores the technological innovations and architectural wonders that made Lougheed House cutting-edge in the 1890s, and still remarkable today. Learn more at lougheedhouse.com.

February 26 to March 1; Calgary Home + Garden Show. A stellar lineup of pros are here to help up your home and garden game! Get expert advice straight from the industry’s top designers, landscapers and home improvement professionals at BMO Centre. Learn more at calgaryhgs.com.

February 27, 6:30 to 9pm; Imaginarium with Recess Calgary. Ready to tap back into your imagination? Lougheed House is partnering with Recess Calgary to offer two creative workshops called Imaginariums. Reimagine your creative potential by transforming parts of the house into a curiosity shop-style exhibit which will then be displayed throughout the House and shared with the public on a show & tell night on March 20. Learn more at lougheedhouse.com.

February 27, 7:30pm; The Young Canadians School of Performing Arts Presents: DECADES. Join the Young Canadians School of Performing Arts for a journey through 100 years of music and dance – from the jazz age of the 1920s to today’s global hits. With special guests REVV 52 – the vocal energy of Canada, this high-energy show celebrates a full century of sound, movement, and memories at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. Learn more at corporate.calgarystampede.com.

February 27 to March 1; Ethnik Festival of Arts and Culture. A vibrant celebration of Afro-Canadian, Caribbean, and global cultures that features dance, food, art, music and storytelling at Genesis Centre. Learn more at ethnikfestivals.com.

February 27 to March 1; Alberta Kennel Club – Winter Classic. A premier, multi-day indoor dog show held at the AG Building at Calgary Stampede Park. The event features top purebred dogs competing in conformation, rally-obedience, and agility. Learn more at albertakennelclub.org.

Until February 28; YYC Hot Chocolate Fest. This sweet festival sees cafes, restaurants, and chocolatiers compete for the coveted titles of YYC’s Best Hot Chocolate, Best Spirited Hot Chocolate, and Cup The Runneth Over Award. Calgarians can sip a variety of hot cocoas and determine the blend that roasts them all. Learn more at yychotchocolate.com.

February 28, 9:30am to 4pm; First Canadian Collectors Club Show and Sale. Find an incredible selection of antiques and collectibles, modern gems, rustic decor, advertising memorabilia, and vintage toys at Thorncliffe Greenview Community Centre. Learn more at firstcanadiancollectorsclub.com. 

February 28, 11am; Cineplex Family Favourites: Rocky’s Cat-astrophe. Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favorite family film each week for only $3.99. Learn more at cineplex.com.

Until March 1; Loose Moose Theatre Presents: Cinderella. The Loose Moose Theatre For Kids is a truly magical experience for children four to ten years old, as well as fun and entertaining for parents. Learn more at loosemoose.com.

Sundays until March 1; CP Kids & Families Learn 2 Ride. Riders can gain skills, build confidence and make the most of their bike in a fun, supportive environment at Seven Chiefs Sportsplex. All ages are welcome and don’t forget your adapted bike and helmet! Learn more at calgarycp.org.

Until March 1; Archival Animals: Photos from the Lougheed Family Album. Photos of the Lougheed family pets will be on display for the first time ever. This exhibit of Lougheed family animal companion photos will be displayed outdoors as part of Exposure Photography Festival in the public green space, and viewable during any daylight hours. Learn more at lougheedhouse.com/archivalanimals.

Saturdays until March 1, 9am; Rise & Slide Saturdays at WinSport Tube Park. Enjoy one of the largest tube parks in Western Canada for just $20 with WinSport’s Rise & Slide Saturdays. Learn more at winsport.ca.

March 1; Calgary Wrangler’s Sunday Funday. Check out Sunday Funday games and enjoy family fun combined with great hockey at the Scotiabank Saddledome. Learn more at calgarywranglers.com.

March 1, 3pm; Symphony Sundays: When Instruments Roamed the Earth! In prehistoric times, strange creatures walked the planet. These were the ancient ancestors of musical instruments that inspired melodious makers in brass and wood to create the instruments we see in the orchestra today at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

Ongoing

Until March 15; Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo Penguin Walk. Penguin Walk offers the king penguins an opportunity for wintery enrichment as well as additional daily exercise. Up to 13 penguins can choose to participate in the daily march and you can walk with them! Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

Until March 15; Theatre Calgary Presents: The Tale of the Gifted Prince. In a kingdom on the edge of rebellion, Prince Ren must save his father’s throne. Armed with five humble gifts, he embarks on a quest to enlist the aid of a reclusive shaman. As danger looms, Ren discovers the gifts hold powers that will either mend a realm or shatter it forever. See this production at Max Bell Theatre. Learn more at theatrecalgary.com.

Until March 21; Jubilations Junior Presents: Harry Popper and the Frozen Princess. When Harry Popper stumbles upon an ancient book in the Logwarts library, he discovers the tale of sisters Annie and Elsie from the Frozen Kingdom. Harry falls in love with their story, especially with Elsie, but they lived hundreds of years ago. How could he ever meet her in person? Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until March 21; Jubilations Dinner Theatre Presents: Let It Be Beatles. The Beatles are the fab four lads from Liverpool that defined what it is to be music superstars for everyone that came after. Jubilations Dinner Theatre brings to life the excitement, the humour, and of course the music of John, Paul, George and Ringo in this brand-new show. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Fridays until March 27; LENA Start Classes. Free LENA Start classes support early language development and give parents and caregivers simple strategies to build skills through everyday talk, play and interactions. Learn more by emailing [email protected].

Saturdays until March 28, 2 to 5pm; City of Calgary Free Skating Lessons. Learn to skate for free at Prince’s Island Park Lagoon. Each lesson will kick off with a 30-minute guided lesson, followed by skating support. Skates and helmets will be available for free rentals on a first-come, first-served basis. Learn more at calgary.ca.

Until March 29; Nightrise at the Banff Gondola. When the sun sets, a whole new adventure begins at the Banff Gondola. Experience Nightrise and rediscover Sulphur Mountain’s summit beneath the moon. Learn more at banffjaspercollection.com.

Until April 14; Stage West Theatre Presents: Who’s Under Where? Combine suspicious spouses, stolen underwear and mistaken identities with $5 million, a scantily clad model and a lecherous security guard and you have the recipe for this giddy farce in the classic tradition. Learn more at stagewestcalgary.com.

Wednesdays until April 22; Storytime at Heritage Park. Treat your little ones to a magical storytelling experience at Heritage Park. Settle in at the Railway Orientation Centre as enthusiastic volunteers share beloved classics and modern favorites. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

Thursdays until June 25; Downtown Tutoring Club Chinatown. Need help with homework? This free, drop-in tutoring program is for junior high and high school students. Tutors walk around and help with English, math, and science, whether you have one small question or a lot of work. Walk-ins welcome at 110 3 Avenue SE. Learn more by emailing [email protected].

Mondays until June 29; Downtown Tutoring Club CORE. Need help with homework? This free, drop-in tutoring program is for junior high and high school students. Tutors walk around and help with English, math, and science, whether you have one small question or a lot of work. Walk-ins welcome at 131 7 Avenue SW. Learn more by emailing [email protected].

Thursdays until the end of June, 3 to 6pm; NMC Jam Club. A free after-school drop-in program for teens looking to practice their skills at Studio Bell. Learn more at studiobell.ca.

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.

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.

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.

All winter; Monday Night Twoonie Skate at Olympic Oval. Lace up and hit The Fastest Ice in the World™ every Monday this season for the Monday Night Toonie Skate. From 6pm to 8pm, you can carve up the ice for $2. Learn more at oval.ucalgary.ca.