41 Things to do in Calgary for FREE this Month - March

Free Mobile Adventure Playground
March 4, 2023
Mobile Adventure Playground is a self-directed, drop-in program that use loose parts and natural materials to inspire active and creative outdoor play, and connect people, young and old, to nature. Onsite play ambassadors will be on site to inspire play. Parents are encouraged to stay and watch their children's imaginations soar in this new adventure space.
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Free Kids Studio Art Workshop
March 4, 2023
Kids Studio is a series of hands-on workshops for children aged 8 to 12 where they independently explore creativity through process-based art making, movement and play. Parents or guardians are not required to be present for the duration of the program.
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Free Coding Lab for Kids: Code Your Own App
March 4, 2023
Code and create as a family with Swift Playgrounds using iPad. Kids will experiment with code and design an app using the About Me playground. They’ll use Swift code to customize their app with fun fonts, background colours, Memoji and more. Then you’ll work together to bring their app to life. Recommended for kids ages 10 and up. Devices will be provided.
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Free Music Lab for Kids: Make Your Own Theme Song
March 5, 2023
Create a theme song for your favourite show, book or game using GarageBand on iPad. We’ll cover rhythm basics and kids will get hands-on with experimenting with Smart Drums, adding pre-recorded loops and remixing their theme song. Bring your iPad or we’ll provide one. Recommended for ages 8–12.
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Free Mobile Adventure Playground
March 11, 2023
Mobile Adventure Playground is a self-directed, drop-in program that use loose parts and natural materials to inspire active and creative outdoor play, and connect people, young and old, to nature. Onsite play ambassadors will be on site to inspire play. Parents are encouraged to stay and watch their children's imaginations soar in this new adventure space.
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Free Digital Art Workshop at Calgary Library
March 11, 2023
Join the Library’s new Indigenous Artist in Residence, Kristy North Peigan, as she guides you through painting over one of her digital images on water colour paper. Learn about Kristy’s surreal and futuristic style that juxtaposes digital painting with oils on canvas for her works portraying a modern view of Indigenous voices.
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Free Home Depot Kids Workshop
March 11, 2023
Every month, kids can register for this FREE Home Depot kids building workshop in-store. Registration is free (and easy) online. This month, kids will craft a pinball machine.
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Free Disney Tune Trivia
March 17, 2023
Join us for a magical Disney Name That Tune trivia night at Memorial Park Library! Test your knowledge of classic Disney songs and soundtracks, from "The Lion King" to "Frozen" and everything in between! Come solo or bring a team and compete for fun prizes. Don't miss out on this enchanting opportunity to celebrate the magic of music!
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Free Mobile Adventure Playground
March 18, 2023
Mobile Adventure Playground is a self-directed, drop-in program that use loose parts and natural materials to inspire active and creative outdoor play, and connect people, young and old, to nature. Onsite play ambassadors will be on site to inspire play. Parents are encouraged to stay and watch their children's imaginations soar in this new adventure space.
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Free Reptile Fun Playdate
March 18, 2023
Reptiles and amphibians have some of the most unique lifecycles of any animals on earth! Join us for a fun look at the lives of our cold-blooded friends.
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Free Mini Candle Making Workshop
March 18, 2023
In this mini workshop, you’ll have an opportunity to make mini rolled beeswax candles. Instruction and materials are included. Be sure to show up early as we will fill any empty seats from the waitlist 10 minutes prior to the session! Our candle making sessions are extremely popular and fill up quickly!
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Free Earth Hour Party at Central Library
March 25, 2023
Join us for musical performances, crafts, and educational displays. Participants can engage with magnetic induction systems, experience producing 300 watts of power on pedal powered bike generators, play with a midway style game to learn about Alberta’s renewable energy sources, and more!
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Free Mobile Adventure Playground
March 26, 2023
Mobile Adventure Playground is a self-directed, drop-in program that use loose parts and natural materials to inspire active and creative outdoor play, and connect people, young and old, to nature. Onsite play ambassadors will be on site to inspire play. Parents are encouraged to stay and watch their children's imaginations soar in this new adventure space.
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