What’s Up This Weekend?

June 17 to 19

June 16 to 19; Spruce Meadows National, the best athletes from the world’s top show jumping nations compete for prize money and international acclaim during the Spruce Meadows National. The series of tournaments attract more than 1,000 horses and riders from all over North and South America. Visit sprucemeadows.com for more information.

June 17; Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo – Family-Nite, animal families come in all shapes and sizes! Join us for Family-Nite and spend the evening visiting the many hairy, scaly, fluffy and prickly families that call the zoo home. This family themed night will have animal talks, biofacts, games, entertainment and the animatronic dinosaurs will stay up late to see you too. Visit calgaryzoo.com for more information.

June 17, 10am to 3pm; What’s Up With Wetlands at Bow Habitat Station, dip your toes into the wonderful world of wetlands as we discover What’s Up With Wetlands! Take part in hands-on Investigation Stations throughout the Discovery Centre, and be sure to stop to chat with experts from the Alberta Institute for Wildlife Conservation, the Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area, and the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) to uncover what lies beyond the cattails. Learn more at bowhabitat.alberta.ca.

June 17 to 19; All Sports One Day, with more than 100 sessions featuring over 30 exciting activities from which to choose, the sports could include basketball, speedskating, karate, hockey, soccer, fencing, and much more. So come on out and try something new, courtesy of the City of Calgary and its recreation partners in various locations around the city. Learn more at allsportoneday.ca.

June 18, 10am to 3pm; Family Fun Day, this family-friendly event at Calgary Rotary Challenger Park promotes disability awareness and includes a free barbecue and plenty of children’s activities. Learn more at calgary-employment.ca.

June 18, 11am to 4pm; Okotoks Parade and Children’s Festival, The Parade and Children’s Festival has grown into one of the largest annual events in Okotoks. Bring the whole family out for a full day of entertainment and activities at the Town of Okotoks Annual Parade Day, held each year in June. Bands, floats, dancers, horses and fire trucks are all part of the proceedings that wind throughout downtown. The Children’s Festival is always a hit with families and includes live entertainment and activities. Learn more at okotoks.ca.

June 18; Pop Up Roller Rink, Come skate at the Junior Varsity Ball Centre! The building includes a 15,000 square foot wood floor and lots of free parking. Lockers are available so bring a lock and helmet and protective gear. Tickets are available in advance and at the door. Learn more at calgaryrollerskate.com.

Father’s Day Events

June 18 to 19, 10am to 4pm; The Hangar Flight Museum Father’s Day Wings and Wheels, enjoy special event offerings, such as entry into select aircraft, allowing a chance to sit in the cockpit. There will be hands-on activities and local car clubs will be there highlighting vehicles for a show and shine, too. If you’re ready for an adventure, Helicopter City Tours from LR Helicopters will also be offered for an additional fee, but it’s first-come, first-served and weather dependent. Learn more at thehangarmuseum.ca.

June 18 to 19; Granary Road Father’s Day, celebrate Dads with the Granary Road Father’s Day Mini Golf and barbecue event on Father’s Day weekend complete with a shotgun-style mini-golf tournament followed by a delicious barbecue lunch courtesy of Unicorn Farms. Visit granaryroad.com for more information.

June 19, 11am to 2 pm; Father’s Day – Best of the Wurst, Calgary Farmer’s Market is celebrating father’s with bikes, brews, and brats. The Vintage Sports Car Club of Calgary and the Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club is rolling in for one day only. The Calgary Food Bank is manning the grill for the day and we’re pitting market sausages against each other to find out your favorite. To wash down your dogs, sample the canned brews and cocktails from Troubled Monk & Eau Claire Distillery. Visit calgaryfarmersmarket.ca for more information.

June 19, 11am to 4pm; Military Museum Father’s Day, you will learn about Canada’s armed forces’ experiences, sacrifices, and service at the Military Museums. Walk through a First World War trench, learn about Canada’s military history, and hear the story behind Canada’s victory at Vimy. Then, climb on a tank and see a fighter jet up close. Visit themilitarymuseums.ca for more information.

June 19; Aspen Crossing Train Excursion, make a trip out to Aspen Crossing (near Mossleigh) for a memorable train excursion adventure. There is just something magical about a train. It captures the imagination of people of all ages and at Aspen Crossing, the nostalgia of riding the rails comes to life. This Father’s Day, get your tickets for the barbecue train – the perfect gift and activity for dad. Learn more at aspencrossing.com.

June 19; Father’s Day Brunch at Heritage Park’s Gasoline Alley Museum, treat dad to a delicious Father’s Day brunch on the Mezzanine at Heritage Park’s Gasoline Alley Museum! Brunch items include favorites like brown sugar glazed Valbella Gammon ham, slow roasted strip loin of Alberta beef, Canadian back bacon, eggs Benedict, and other delectable buffet selections. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

June 19; Father’s Day Brunch at Calgary Zoo, enjoy a special Father’s Day-themed brunch including special décor, a specialty menu and desserts, and fun crafts for the kids to make dad something special. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

June 19; Father’s Day Pancake Show and Shine, Fresh & Local Market & Kitchens will be hosting a Father’s Day Show & Shine, pancake breakfast fundraiser for the South Calgary Colt’s Amate. Pancake breakfast, cars and carnival games – this event has something for everyone in the family! Fresh & Local Market & Kitchens is home to more than 40 different local market vendors and kitchens, including their Farm Store. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Ongoing

June 10 to August 28; Rosebud Theatre presents: Songs for a New World, enjoy a soaring musical song cycle about a series of moments in the lives of a startling array of characters who not only survive but thrive in the face of adversity. Rosebud Theatre anchors its 2022 Season with a summer musical all about hope! Learn more at rosebudtheatre.com.

June 10 to September 16, Inglewood Night Market, a modern market with locally sourced and handmade vendors selling diverse goods; from handmade crafts to vintage clothing, antiques and collectibles and artisan eats at 10 Avenue and 10 Street SE.

June 11 to 25, 3pm to 7pm; Sun n’ Sips, Rümi wants you to make the most out of these summer rays at their brand new Sun n’ Sips summer patio pop-up. Stop by ATCO Park for hot tunes, cold drinks and tasty Blue Flame Kitchen snacks at the summer’s most anticipated pop-up patio series! Learn more at visitcalgary.com.

June 11 to September 3; Junior Fishing Clinic at Bow Habitat Station, cast your line into the world of fishing for the first time in an introductory, hands-on clinic designed for families with kids ages four to 12. This clinic will use classroom-based activities, as well as the Fish Hatchery and Discovery Centre aquariums to teach you how to fish responsibly by understanding Alberta’s sportfishing regulations, proper fish handling techniques, identifying different sportfish, and much more. Learn more at shop.albertaparks.ca.

Until June 26; Spring at Calgary Farmyard, spring is the perfect time to meet newly born barn babies and explore all the great attractions at the farmyard. Most of the animals on the farm are born there and remain there so you can visit them each year. Learn more at calgaryfarmyard.com.

June to August, 5pm to 7pm; City of Calgary Family Golf Nights, get your kids interested in hitting the links this summer with the City of Calgary’s Family Golf Nights! Juniors (ages four to 17) golf for free when accompanied by at least one adult. Learn more at calgary.ca.

Ongoing until October 1; Bow Habitat Kids Can Catch Trout Pond, the Bow Habitat Station’s Kids Can Catch Trout Pond is open for the season. This pond is stocked with rainbow trout raised in the fish hatchery for you to catch and release. Visit bowhabitat.alberta.ca for more information.

Until October 26; Dinosaurs Awakened at The Calgary Zoo, get ready to marvel at the sights and sounds of these magnificent life-like creatures and see for yourself what Alberta might have looked like when dinosaurs reigned supreme. Entry included in admission to the Zoo. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

Until October 27; National Music Centre’s Jam Club, join the National Music Centre’s free after-school Jam Club program. Youth ages thirteen to nineteen are invited to jam, practice their skills, and explore their creative potential, all while making new friends, every Thursday at Studio Bell for free. Students can drop in at any time between 3pm and 6pm and there is no obligation to attend week to week. Snacks, drinks, and pizza are provided. Learn more at studiobell.ca/after-school-jam-club.r

Visit Gasoline Alley at Heritage Park is buffed up and ready to shine under the bright lights as it opens for another season. Discover highlights from the vintage pick-up truck collection, play games, and visit with members of the Rocky Mountain Model Club.

Visit the Glenbow at The Edison, the satellite location of the popular museum at The Edison building in downtown Calgary is now open. Best of all – admission is free for everyone, thanks to the support of the Calgary Downtown Association. A timed ticket is required for entry. To reserve your ticket, visit glenbow.org.