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On February 6, 2024 by Calgary's Child

February 9 to 11

February 9, 5:20 to 6pm; Glow Fusion Experience. Attend a one-of-a-kind celebration of the Lunar New Year brought to you by MakeFashion, Cirque De La Nuit and Indi City, in collaboration with the Gai Lan Ensemble and the Asian Heritage Foundation. This event combines wearable tech, circus arts, live music and dance performances to showcase a mesmerizing fusion of cultures at Calgary Central Library. Learn more at chinookblast.ca.

February 9, 6 to 9pm; Lunar New Year Performances at Olympic Plaza. Come celebrate the lunar new year with the Honan Shaolin Golden Dragon dance team at the Asian Night Market and Lantern Parade. Performances curated by the Asian Heritage Foundation featuring: HanBeat Samulnori, Maharlika Divas Dance Group Philippines, Japanese Dance team – Yosoca, and The Calgary Tai Chi & Martial Arts College. Learn more at chinookblast.ca.

February 9, 7:30 pm; Calgary Opera Presents: The Elixir of Love. When a travelling “doctor” comes to town, the naïve Nemorino buys a love potion with hopes of winning the affection of the sophisticated Adina. Through comedic misunderstandings and heartfelt moments, Nemorino discovers he already has the key to her heart. Learn more at shop.calgaryopera.com/events.

February 9 to 10; Ethnik Festival. The annual Ethnik Festival of Arts and Culture is part of the celebration of Black History (Excellence) Month during February each year. Afro-Canadian/Caribbean communities come together to celebrate diversity and inclusivity and share their vibrant cultural traditions at Telus Convention Centre. Learn more at ethnikfestivals.com.

February 9 to 10; Snow Rodeo. Dust off your 1988 Olympic snowsuit and come check out the action at Winsport’s Canada Olympic Park. The best snowboarders in the World will be dropping in for a Halfpipe World Cup evening event under the lights, and adding to the party will be live Redbull DJ’s on site to keep the crowd rocking, a beer garden on the snow, a new Rail-Jam contest and more. Learn more at chinookblast.ca.

February 9 to 10, 6 to 10pm; Heritage Park — Murder Mystery at the Park. Heritage Park is ‘dying’ for you to join a Murder at the Park: On Track for Treachery. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal and solve an interactive murder mystery. Your luxury train is On Track for Treachery when a self-made millionaire and train magnate takes what he wants at the expense of others. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

February 9 to 11; Calgary Boat and Outdoors Show. The Calgary Boat and Outdoors Show will once again transform the BMO Centre into an unrivaled marketplace for hunting, fishing, and thrilling outdoor adventures. Learn more at calgaryboatandoutdoorshow.ca.

February 10, 10am; Home Depot Kids’ Workshop: Build a Valentine’s Basket. If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the family, Home Depot has a great workshop for kids that will teach them about building. Kids can learn how to build their very own Valentine’s Basket. Learn more at homedepot.ca.

February 10, 10am to 12pm; Michaels Kids’ Club: Butterfly Painted Rocks. Specific kids’ projects on select Saturdays each month. Bring your kids to a free craft. This week, make painted rocks that look like butterflies. All supplies are included. Learn more at canada.michaels.com.

February 10, 11am; Cineplex Family Favourites: Peppa’s Cinema Party. Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favorite family film each week for only $2.99. Learn more at cineplex.com.

February 10, 11am to 12pm; Fort Calgary Tour. Discover the complex and rich histories rooted in the lands at Fort Calgary. You’ll uncover the layered past of the confluence on this indoor tour. Tickets include general museum admission so you can explore the Interpretive Centre at your own pace before or after the tour. Learn more at fortcalgary.com.

February 10, 11am to 2pm; Lunar New Year at Fort Calgary. Start the morning outdoors for drop-in skating at the brand-new skating rink and enjoy a complimentary hot chocolate by the fire. Afterwards, shake off the winter chill inside the Learning Centre with a Lunar New Year-themed craft. They’ll also be playing the documentary In the Shadow of Gold Mountain in the Burnswest Theatre throughout the day. Learn more at fortcalgary.com.

February 10, 12 to 4pm; Date Night in the Park. With four new showhomes opening their doors to the public for the very first time, it’s a perfect way to spend an afternoon – especially with the romance of Valentine’s Day on the horizon. From complimentary food and live music from Alvin’s Jazz Club to Valentine’s themed beverages by Suds & Sodas, this event has something for everyone. Get portraits with a professional photographer and even enter for your chance to win a wine giveaway contest! Learn more at jayman.com.

February 10, 2 to 3pm; Stories of a Chinese-Calgarian. This program is presented as part of Fort Calgary’s Chinook Blast 2024 programming. Join in the Burnswest Theatre for an afternoon of fascinating stories from a member of Calgary’s Chinese community. Learn more at fortcalgary.com.

February 10, 2 to 5pm; German Children’s Carnival. Put on your carnival costume and celebrate at Montgomery Community Hall with face painting, balloon artists, bouncy castles and more. Learn more at germaneducationcalgary.ca.

February 10 to 11, 11am and 2 pm; Toys R Us Valentine’s Make-and-Take Craft. Make It Real! Friendship Bracelet Make-and-Take: Kids can craft a one-of-a-kind gift for Valentines and Galentines: a custom friendship bracelet. Learn more at toysrus.ca.

February 10 to 11, 11am to 12pm; LEGO Store: Build a Heart. Visit a participating LEGO Store to build this sweet Valentine’s Day heart and take it home. Learn more at lego.com.

February 11, 9 am to 2:30pm; Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo Valentine’s Brunch. Most Sundays, Safari Lodge, in the heart of Destination Africa at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, hosts a unique Calgary brunch experience. You and your fellow safari explorers can enjoy gourmet and comfort breakfast foods, including a free-flowing chocolate fountain with fresh fruit, eggs benedict with Canadian bacon, fresh salads, a Belgian waffle bar, daily chef’s specials and much more. Check out this week’s brunch for some special “love” themed delights! Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

February 11, 1 to 4pm; Alberta Wilderness Family Nature Skate. Join for a family skate with hot chocolate and roasted marshmallows at Bowness Lagoon. Touch a grizzly bear claw, measure your hand against a bear paw and much more! Skate rentals available on-site, or you could try an ice bike. Learn more at albertawilderness.ca.

February 11, 1 to 4pm; Kincora Community Winter Festival. Enjoy sleigh rides, live music, skating, and refreshments at the Kincora rink and fields at Kincora Fields and Rink. Learn more at kincora.org.

February 11, 2 to 4:30 pm; Films at the Fort: Everything Everywhere All At Once (14A). With her laundromat teetering on the brink of failure and her marriage to wimpy husband Waymond on the rocks, overworked Evelyn Wang struggles to cope with everything, including tattered relationships with her judgmental father Gong Gong and her daughter Joy. She must also brace herself for an unpleasant meeting with an impersonal bureaucrat: Deirdre, the shabbily-dressed IRS auditor. Learn more at fortcalgary.com.

February 11, 7 to 9:30 pm; Calgary Jazz Orchestra: Art of Romance Art of Soul. Experience music from the Great American Songbook, Motown, to modern soul hits at Bella Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryjazzorchestra.com.

February 15 to 17; Block Heater Festival. Check out the Block Heater Festival. This musical festival is an extension of the Calgary Folk Festival and features 27 artists and 12 separate events, including 9 all-ages shows. Learn more at calgaryfolkfest.com/blockheater.

Ongoing

Until February 11; Theatre Calgary Presents: Meteor Shower by Steve Martin. On a warm summer evening in 1993, Norm and his wife, Corky, are setting the table for a dinner party to accompany a once-in-a-lifetime meteor shower. But from the moment the evening begins, things become increasingly surreal and chaotic, challenging the couples’ relationships and perceptions of reality at Arts Commons Max Bell Theatre. Learn more at theatrecalgary.com.

Until February 11; Chinese New Year Festival 2024. A sensational celebration of our city’s rich cultural tapestry. Immerse yourself in two weekends of multicultural performances, a vibrant vendor market, dragon and lion dances, art exhibitions, and more — with free admission for the entire community. Bring your family, friends, and loved ones to partake in this accessible and enjoyable event that will include traditional lion and dragon dance performances, a food and craft market and more. Learn more at culturalcentre.ca.

Until February 11; Painted Fish Theatre Presents: Fiddler on the Roof. In pre-revolutionary Russia, a Jewish peasant with traditional values contends with marrying off three of his daughters with modern romantic ideals while growing anti-Semitic sentiment threatens his village. Learn more at paintedfish.ca.

Until February 12; Chinook Blast. Chinook Blast will warm up the city with a celebration of community, culture, and civic pride. The best of Calgary’s art, music, theatre, sport, and recreation will be on display. Learn more at chinookblast.ca.

Until February 16; Artists Pavilion at Central Library. Take in some arts and culture during your lunch break on Thursdays and Fridays. The Artists Pavilion at the Central Library hosts pop-up performances by local artists, presented by Four Winds YYC and 10 at 10 Music and Culture, as well as mini jams curated by One Big Jam, all in celebration of the Lunar New Year, Indigenous culture, and Black History Month. Learn more at chinookblast.ca.

Until February 17; Lippan Art Show. Join Y Not Today for an exciting showcase of Lippan art. Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing world of this traditional art form from Gujarat, India. Explore the intricate and geometric patterns created using white clay and mirror work. Let your creativity flow as you learn about the history and techniques behind this unique art style. Learn more at ynottoday.ca.

Until February 17; Pumphouse Theatre Presents: The Peacock Season. Having made the mistake of marrying for love, Clarke and Cora Mariner are reminded upon renewed acquaintance with their former sweethearts, of all the riches their foolishness has denied them, and the simultaneous thought occurs to them that perhaps it’s not too late to try again. But, as divorce is unthinkable in their circle, murder appears to be the only answer, whereupon they try to do away with each other; their diabolical plans goes awry to the extent of nine unintended victims. Learn more at pumphousetheatre.ca.

Until February 19; Outdoor Stage at Olympic Plaza. Olympic Plaza and Stephen Avenue will be filled with music, performances, and visual art throughout Chinook Blast. The diverse lineup of talented artists includes an Exposure Photography Festival exhibition; a radically inclusive and fully improvised concert with One Big JAM; a GlobalFest showcase featuring Japanese drumming and a Caribbean steel drum band; itsy bitsy puppet shows; a fiery performance from aGoGo Fire and Flow; a Black History Month reggae celebration and more. Learn more at chinookblast.ca.

Until February 19; All Sport One City. Try a new sport for free, in various locations across the city. Learn more at sportcalgary.ca.

Until February 23; Toddler Time at Fort Calgary. It can be tricky to find family friendly things to do during the wintertime — Fort Calgary is hosting Toddler Time. Each Friday this February, join for exciting story times, age-appropriate crafts, coloring and more for youngsters up to age five! Tickets include the event and admission to the Interpretive Centre so you can make the most of your day out. Learn more at fortcalgary.com/events/toddler-time.

Until February 25; Curling On St. Patrick’s Island. Hurry hard to the curling rink on St. Patrick’s Island, East Village’s 31-acre backyard. The pop-up synthetic curling rink is located by Confluence Plaza, near the island washrooms and Calgary Zoo parking lot. This is your chance to make some winter memories that rock. Learn more at chinookblast.ca.

Until February 25; Vertigo Theatre Presents: Heist. A fast-paced, heart-racing play about a diamond heist gone wrong. Can this band of criminals pull off the perfect robbery? Full of diamonds, guns, lasers, betrayal and a cast of characters you’ll be quoting long after you leave the theatre. Learn more at vertigotheatre.com.

Until February 25; Loose Moose Theatre Presents Thumbelina. 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.

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.

Until February 29; Black History Month Exhibition at The Military Museums. As part of the observance of Black History Month, The Military Museums will be hosting an exhibition in the Atrium from February 2 to the 29. The exhibition aims to showcase the valuable role and sacrifices made by Black Canadian Soldiers from The First World War to the present day.  Learn more at themilitarymuseums.ca.

Until March; Hygge Hut on River Walk. the East Village is bringing cozy back to East Village Hygge Hut on RiverWalk. The Hygge Hut is a big warm East Village hug in the middle of a long, cold Calgary winter. The contemporary, Scandinavian-style space is inspired by the Danish idea of Hygge, which means a special kind of well-being — it’s a cozy, easy togetherness enhanced by the glow of a firepit, soft lighting, a warm drink and good company. The snuggle vibe, in short. Learn more at evexperience.com.

Until March 3; Blood, Sweat and Tears: Canadian Military Medicine. This exhibit explores Canadian military medicine from the 19th century through to Afghanistan. Learn more at themilitarymuseums.ca.

Until March 3; Exposure Photography Festival. Exposure is an annual festival that celebrates photography, hosting thoughtfully curated exhibitions that showcase internationally renowned practitioners alongside emerging and established talent from Alberta at various Calgary venues. Learn more at exposurephotofestival.com.

Until March 10; Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo – Penguin Walk. Once again this winter, you can see the king penguins outside of their habitat as they take a royal promenade through zoo grounds. The Penguin Walk offers the king penguins an opportunity for wintery enrichment as well as additional daily exercise. Don’t miss out on a waddling good time! Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

Until March 17; Winsport Servus Tube Park. The perfect activity for a day with family and friends. WinSport’s Tube Park is one of the fastest of its kind in Western Canada. Learn more at winsport.ca.

Until March 23; Jubilations Dinner Theatre Presents: The Beach Boys of Summer. Jubilations Dinner Theatre presents The Beach Boys of Summer. Get ready to be transported back to summer with a show that celebrates the iconic Beach Boys and their timeless sound. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until March 23; Jubilations Junior Dinner Theatre Presents: Beach Barbie’s Birthday Bash. For Barbie, hosting the best birthday parties has always been a piece of cake, but when the day comes for her sister’s beach birthday party at their favorite spot, she finds out the whole beach has been… sold? How are they going to have a beach birthday party? And what’s going to become of the beach? It’s up to Barbie to ensure everything’s perfect. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until March 24; Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo – Safari Sunday Brunch. Join for a unique Calgary brunch experience in the heart of Destination Africa. You can enjoy both gourmet and comfort breakfast foods, including a free-flowing chocolate fountain with fresh fruit, eggs benedict with Canadian bacon, a Belgian waffle bar, cooked to order omelettes, and much more. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

Until March 31; Nightrise. At Nightrise, Sulphur Mountain’s summit is transformed after dark through four digital art installations. Vibrant lighting, multimedia effects, video projections, and music bring the mountaintop to life in a new and unexpected way. Learn more at banffjaspercollection.com.

Until March 31; Mirror Mirror by Moment Factory at Chinook Centre. Mirror Mirror seamlessly blends creative expression and interactive innovation to create an ever-evolving playground of immersive art. Spanning nine dynamic art installations, each explores themes sparked by the wonder of the human mind, designed to entertain visitors of all ages. Learn more at momentfactory.com.

Until April 28; Rock the Nation at Studio Bell. A rousing theatrical production celebrating and honoring Canada’s remarkable musical legacy. Experience it all live on stage, and journey through the decades. Learn more at studiobell.ca.

Until May 5; Da Vinci The Exhibition at TELUS Spark. Da Vinci The Exhibition is a hands-on exploration of Leonardo da Vinci’s life, research, and art, developed by Aurea Exhibitions and produced by Imagine Exhibitions, Inc. Guests can go beyond the canvas, exploring over 65 life-size inventions, more than 20 fine art studies, and captivating displays. Learn more at sparkscience.ca.