Calgary Expo 2024
Experience the ultimate playground for Comics, Sci-Fi, Horror, Anime, and Gaming. Four BIG days of citywide events, family-friendly attractions and world-renowned celebrities await.
Calgary Nature Challenge 2024
There are several public events happening across the city which include pollinator walks, guided birding tours, and park bioblitzes. You can also just head out to explore on your own or with a group of friends.
Birding on St. Patrick's Island
Join Nature Calgary for a bird walk on St. Patrick's Island on April 28, 2024 and observe the fascinating variety of birds found in their natural habitat. The start of spring is an excellent time to start birding, with no leaves on the trees it's easier than ever to see the birds!
Drop-in Play at The Beach YYC
From 10:00-11:30 AM bring your child to spend a few hours digging and playing in the sand. We supply all the beach toys including shovels, buckets and more!
Nature Calgary Park Clean Up
Our 4th Annual Cleanup of the 68th Street Wetlands. Help the birds by picking up garbage with us!
Super Soaker Swim at Trico Centre
Bring your super soaker and join in on the fun every Saturday night! Regular admission prices apply, as always members are free! If you are in need of a Super Soaker have no fear! Trico Centre does have a few that we can lend, just please ensure they are returned at the end of the swim time!
Michaels Makebreak Free Craft Time
Michaels’ in-store events are back - it’s a great, free, way to spend an afternoon out creating with a quick, drop-in craft at your local Michaels store. Crafts are rotated seasonally, and in themes. No pre-registration is required for this fun, drop-in craft time but parents do have to remain in the store.
Drop-in Play at The Beach YYC
From 10:00-11:30 AM bring your child to spend a few hours digging and playing in the sand. We supply all the beach toys including shovels, buckets and more!
Birding on St. Patrick's Island
Join Nature Calgary for a bird walk on St. Patrick's Island on April 28, 2024 and observe the fascinating variety of birds found in their natural habitat. The start of spring is an excellent time to start birding, with no leaves on the trees it's easier than ever to see the birds!
Michaels Makebreak Free Craft Time
Michaels’ in-store events are back - it’s a great, free, way to spend an afternoon out creating with a quick, drop-in craft at your local Michaels store. Crafts are rotated seasonally, and in themes. No pre-registration is required for this fun, drop-in craft time but parents do have to remain in the store.
Mom & Me Art Party
Get ready to unleash your creativity and bond with your mom at our Mom & Me Art Party - a fun-filled event where you can create art together.
Super Soaker Swim at Trico Centre
Bring your super soaker and join in on the fun every Saturday night! Regular admission prices apply, as always members are free! If you are in need of a Super Soaker have no fear! Trico Centre does have a few that we can lend, just please ensure they are returned at the end of the swim time!
Drop-in Play at The Beach YYC
From 10:00-11:30 AM bring your child to spend a few hours digging and playing in the sand. We supply all the beach toys including shovels, buckets and more!
Super Soaker Swim at Trico Centre
Bring your super soaker and join in on the fun every Saturday night! Regular admission prices apply, as always members are free! If you are in need of a Super Soaker have no fear! Trico Centre does have a few that we can lend, just please ensure they are returned at the end of the swim time!
Michaels Makebreak Free Craft Time
Michaels’ in-store events are back - it’s a great, free, way to spend an afternoon out creating with a quick, drop-in craft at your local Michaels store. Crafts are rotated seasonally, and in themes. No pre-registration is required for this fun, drop-in craft time but parents do have to remain in the store.
Drop-in Play at The Beach YYC
From 10:00-11:30 AM bring your child to spend a few hours digging and playing in the sand. We supply all the beach toys including shovels, buckets and more!
Birding on St. Patrick's Island
Join Nature Calgary for a bird walk on St. Patrick's Island on April 28, 2024 and observe the fascinating variety of birds found in their natural habitat. The start of spring is an excellent time to start birding, with no leaves on the trees it's easier than ever to see the birds!
Michaels Makebreak Free Craft Time
Michaels’ in-store events are back - it’s a great, free, way to spend an afternoon out creating with a quick, drop-in craft at your local Michaels store. Crafts are rotated seasonally, and in themes. No pre-registration is required for this fun, drop-in craft time but parents do have to remain in the store.
Super Soaker Swim at Trico Centre
Bring your super soaker and join in on the fun every Saturday night! Regular admission prices apply, as always members are free! If you are in need of a Super Soaker have no fear! Trico Centre does have a few that we can lend, just please ensure they are returned at the end of the swim time!
Drop-in Play at The Beach YYC
From 10:00-11:30 AM bring your child to spend a few hours digging and playing in the sand. We supply all the beach toys including shovels, buckets and more!
4th Street Lilac Festival
This free one day event is the start up to Calgary's vibrant festival season, and encourages citizens to shake off their winter blues and reintroduce themselves to the thriving creative community in our city.
4th Street Calgary Lilac Festival
Each spring, thousands of attendees come out to enjoy the unique and pedestrian friendly 4th Street venue, offering an array of musical talent, artisan vendors, quality entertainment and some perfect people watching.
Michaels Makebreak Free Craft Time
Michaels’ in-store events are back - it’s a great, free, way to spend an afternoon out creating with a quick, drop-in craft at your local Michaels store. Crafts are rotated seasonally, and in themes. No pre-registration is required for this fun, drop-in craft time but parents do have to remain in the store.
Michaels Makebreak Free Craft Time
Michaels’ in-store events are back - it’s a great, free, way to spend an afternoon out creating with a quick, drop-in craft at your local Michaels store. Crafts are rotated seasonally, and in themes. No pre-registration is required for this fun, drop-in craft time but parents do have to remain in the store.
Birding on St. Patrick's Island
Join Nature Calgary for a bird walk on St. Patrick's Island on April 28, 2024 and observe the fascinating variety of birds found in their natural habitat. The start of spring is an excellent time to start birding, with no leaves on the trees it's easier than ever to see the birds!
Michaels Makebreak Free Craft Time
Michaels’ in-store events are back - it’s a great, free, way to spend an afternoon out creating with a quick, drop-in craft at your local Michaels store. Crafts are rotated seasonally, and in themes. No pre-registration is required for this fun, drop-in craft time but parents do have to remain in the store.
Birding on St. Patrick's Island
Join Nature Calgary for a bird walk on St. Patrick's Island on April 28, 2024 and observe the fascinating variety of birds found in their natural habitat. The start of spring is an excellent time to start birding, with no leaves on the trees it's easier than ever to see the birds!
Birding on St. Patrick's Island
Join Nature Calgary for a bird walk on St. Patrick's Island on April 28, 2024 and observe the fascinating variety of birds found in their natural habitat. The start of spring is an excellent time to start birding, with no leaves on the trees it's easier than ever to see the birds!
Birding on St. Patrick's Island
Join Nature Calgary for a bird walk on St. Patrick's Island on April 28, 2024 and observe the fascinating variety of birds found in their natural habitat. The start of spring is an excellent time to start birding, with no leaves on the trees it's easier than ever to see the birds!
Birding on St. Patrick's Island
Join Nature Calgary for a bird walk on St. Patrick's Island on April 28, 2024 and observe the fascinating variety of birds found in their natural habitat. The start of spring is an excellent time to start birding, with no leaves on the trees it's easier than ever to see the birds!
Birding on St. Patrick's Island
Join Nature Calgary for a bird walk on St. Patrick's Island on April 28, 2024 and observe the fascinating variety of birds found in their natural habitat. The start of spring is an excellent time to start birding, with no leaves on the trees it's easier than ever to see the birds!
Birding on St. Patrick's Island
Join Nature Calgary for a bird walk on St. Patrick's Island on April 28, 2024 and observe the fascinating variety of birds found in their natural habitat. The start of spring is an excellent time to start birding, with no leaves on the trees it's easier than ever to see the birds!
Birding on St. Patrick's Island
Join Nature Calgary for a bird walk on St. Patrick's Island on April 28, 2024 and observe the fascinating variety of birds found in their natural habitat. The start of spring is an excellent time to start birding, with no leaves on the trees it's easier than ever to see the birds!
Birding on St. Patrick's Island
Join Nature Calgary for a bird walk on St. Patrick's Island on April 28, 2024 and observe the fascinating variety of birds found in their natural habitat. The start of spring is an excellent time to start birding, with no leaves on the trees it's easier than ever to see the birds!
Birding on St. Patrick's Island
Join Nature Calgary for a bird walk on St. Patrick's Island on April 28, 2024 and observe the fascinating variety of birds found in their natural habitat. The start of spring is an excellent time to start birding, with no leaves on the trees it's easier than ever to see the birds!
Free Kids Coding Workshop: Code Your First App
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.
Super Soaker Swim at Trico Centre
Bring your super soaker and join in on the fun every Saturday night! Regular admission prices apply, as always members are free! If you are in need of a Super Soaker have no fear! Trico Centre does have a few that we can lend, just please ensure they are returned at the end of the swim time!
Super Soaker Swim at Trico Centre
Bring your super soaker and join in on the fun every Saturday night! Regular admission prices apply, as always members are free! If you are in need of a Super Soaker have no fear! Trico Centre does have a few that we can lend, just please ensure they are returned at the end of the swim time!
Drop In Trash Art
Drop-in between 1-6pm at Sparrow Artspace for an eco-friendly and creative event where you can turn trash into art! Everyone is welcome (all ages) to create their own trash art creations with artists-in-residence.
Free Kids Coding Workshop
Kids will learn fun ways to create their own emoji. We’ll show them how to draw colourful faces and objects.
Michaels Makebreak Free Craft Time
Michaels’ in-store events are back - it’s a great, free, way to spend an afternoon out creating with a quick, drop-in craft at your local Michaels store. Crafts are rotated seasonally, and in themes. No pre-registration is required for this fun, drop-in craft time but parents do have to remain in the store.
Free Kids Coding Workshop: Code Your First App
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.
Drop In Trash Art
Drop-in between 1-6pm at Sparrow Artspace for an eco-friendly and creative event where you can turn trash into art! Everyone is welcome (all ages) to create their own trash art creations with artists-in-residence.
Earth Day Drop in Trash Art Workshop
Come celebrate Earth Day with the "r u home yet collective" and create art out of trash at Sparrow Artspace.
Drop-in Play at The Beach YYC
From 10:00-11:30 AM bring your child to spend a few hours digging and playing in the sand. We supply all the beach toys including shovels, buckets and more!
Free LEGO Make & Take at Mastermind Toys
This is a two-day event, taking place between 1-3pm, for ages 6+, on Saturday and Sunday, April 20th & 21st, 2024. You’re going to want to get there early to get your hands on a bracelet while supplies last.
Found Feathered Workshop Family Puppet Workshop
Let your creativity soar as you explore found objects and recycled materials to create a flying bird puppet! Led by experienced multidisciplinary artist and teacher, Jenny Dale Stables, this family workshop invites you to rediscover ordinary materials and transform them into something magical.
Super Soaker Swim at Trico Centre
Bring your super soaker and join in on the fun every Saturday night! Regular admission prices apply, as always members are free! If you are in need of a Super Soaker have no fear! Trico Centre does have a few that we can lend, just please ensure they are returned at the end of the swim time!
Teen Hip Hop Class at the Library
Join DJD instructors who demonstrate their passion for hip hop culture through the exploration of foundation styles.
Free LEGO Make & Take at Mastermind Toys
This is a two-day event, taking place between 1-3pm, for ages 6+, on Saturday and Sunday, April 20th & 21st, 2024. You’re going to want to get there early to get your hands on a bracelet while supplies last.
Free Kids Coding Workshop: Make a Theme Song
Create a theme song for a favourite show, book or game using GarageBand on iPad.
Calgary Engine 23 Opening Party
Activities will begin at 10:00 am and will include a visit from the Fire Hound Mascot, face painting, live music, and Family Storytime.
Free Kids Coding Workshop: Code Your First App
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.
Drop In Trash Art
Drop-in between 1-6pm at Sparrow Artspace for an eco-friendly and creative event where you can turn trash into art! Everyone is welcome (all ages) to create their own trash art creations with artists-in-residence.
Butterfield Acres Barnyard Baby Days
Visit Butterfield Acres during the first few weeks of our 2024 season to snuggle with baby goats, woolly little lambs, and peep at the freshly hatched chicks and the adorable piglets with their mama.
Super Soaker Swim at Trico Centre
Bring your super soaker and join in on the fun every Saturday night! Regular admission prices apply, as always members are free! If you are in need of a Super Soaker have no fear! Trico Centre does have a few that we can lend, just please ensure they are returned at the end of the swim time!
Holi Festival of Colors at Bowness Park
Get ready to celebrate Holi, the vibrant Festival of Colours, where you'll immerse yourself in a kaleidoscope of hues.
Butterfield Acres Barnyard Baby Days
Visit Butterfield Acres during the first few weeks of our 2024 season to snuggle with baby goats, woolly little lambs, and peep at the freshly hatched chicks and the adorable piglets with their mama.
Polar Bear Breakfast at Calgary Zoo
Bring your family and friends down for a fun and educational morning at the zoo!
All About Calgary Wildlife
Come learn all about the amazing wildlife that calls Calgary home at this fun and informative event.
Drop-in Play at The Beach YYC
From 10:00-11:30 AM bring your child to spend a few hours digging and playing in the sand. We supply all the beach toys including shovels, buckets and more!
Butterfield Acres Barnyard Baby Days
Visit Butterfield Acres during the first few weeks of our 2024 season to snuggle with baby goats, woolly little lambs, and peep at the freshly hatched chicks and the adorable piglets with their mama.
Super Soaker Swim at Trico Centre
Bring your super soaker and join in on the fun every Saturday night! Regular admission prices apply, as always members are free! If you are in need of a Super Soaker have no fear! Trico Centre does have a few that we can lend, just please ensure they are returned at the end of the swim time!
Kids Studio: Juan Ortiz-Apuy’s "Tropicana" Collage Workshop
Families with children are invited to explore the vibrant world of Juan Ortiz-Apuy’s "Tropicana" through a guided tour and collage workshop