Activities . Family Fun . Promotional Content
Go Wild at ZOOLIGHTS!
On November 23, 2020 by Calgary's ChildCalgary Zoo ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is back for its 24th year! Calgary’s award winning, magical holiday tradition will be glowing for six weeks (November 20, 2020 – January 3, 2021) of festive family-friendly fun. The zoo is committed to helping you enjoy the magic of ZOOLIGHTS in a safe and physically distanced way while supporting wildlife conservation.
Activities . Family Fun
Holiday Light Displays 2020
On November 13, 2020 by Calgary's Childby Trista Arney, Staff Writer
Bundle up and enjoy a beautiful winter tradition in Calgary! Enjoy millions of twinkling lights! (Details may change – check before you go!)
Celebrations & Holidays . Family Fun
Remembrance Day in Calgary – November 11, 2020
On November 10, 2020 by Calgary's ChildMany of the traditional Remembrance Day celebrations this year have been altered due to the current public health restrictions. Join us in observing Remembrance Day with one of the alternative services listed below, or observe a moment of silence in your own home. The Field of Crosses On the evening of November 10th, candles will
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What’s Happening?
On October 15, 2020 by Calgary's Childby Trista Arney, Staff Writer
With Thanksgiving over, we’re ready for Halloween! Whether you plan to get out and experience the fun events local businesses have coordinated or are planning to celebrate at home with your cohort, we hope that you will have a safe and enjoyable Halloween. Local businesses have several events happening to celebrate this spooky season – some free and some with fees.
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What’s Happening?
On October 5, 2020 by Calgary's Childby Trista Arney, Staff Writer
The leaves are beautiful and Calgary is having wonderfully warm weather, so it’s a great year to get out and experience fun Fall activities around the city!
Day Trips . Family Fun
Memories Worth Making in Stettler
On June 25, 2020 by Calgary's ChildIn a year of uncertainty, we’ve come to appreciate the time spent with close friends and family! Stettler is a short drive from Calgary (approximately two-and-a-half hours) that will take you back to a simpler way of life; a region full of treasures to experience with each other and make memories.
Celebrations & Holidays . Family Fun
Celebrating the End of the School Year
On June 18, 2020 by Calgary's Childby Trista Arney
Normally the last weeks of school would be full of fun wrap up opportunities – school concerts, sports day, themed days, and more! While it’s just one more thing that is different, it can feel disappointing and anti-climatic. Just because we’re finishing the year at home instead of with classmates doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate the end of the year!
Activities . Family Fun
A New ZooVenture!
On May 28, 2020 by Calgary's Childby Trista Arney
The Calgary Zoo has reopened to visitors with some restrictions! Our family went last weekend and wanted to share our experience with all of you so you know what to expect!
Activities . Family Fun
Bored? Try a Theme Week!
On May 14, 2020 by Calgary's Childby Trista Arney Schools often have “spirit days” or themed weeks (think ‘crazy hair day,’ ‘sports jersey day’ for example) for kids to participate in. These fun little activities break up the days of teaching with out-of-the-ordinary experiences and memories while giving children the chance to get creative! At home, my family has had a
Celebrations & Holidays . Family Fun
Learning to Celebrate at Home
On April 30, 2020 by Calgary's Childby Trista Arney
It’s now official – the 2020 Calgary Stampede will not be held this July. While this is a huge community event that many families in Calgary look forward to, it’s also another celebration that we won’t be celebrating together this year. Weddings, birthdays, community events, festivals, and more have had to be put off for now as we come together while staying apart to protect one another.