Light Art Projection.
Everyday from Oct 4, 2025 - Jan 1, 2026 at 6:30 pm - 12:00 am
Each evening at dusk, the artistic responses of four Indigenous youth, who learned how to use projection mapping to project their artistic responses onto 3D objects such as trees, grass and tipis, will be displayed on the northwest corner of the Barracks building. This event is being offered as part of an event series The Confluence is hosting to commemorate 150 years since the North-West Mounted Police (NWMP) first arrived at the confluence of the Bow and Elbow Rivers and established Fort Calgary in 1875.
| Location: | The Confluence Historic Site & Parklands750 9 Ave SE, Calgary AB |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://www.theconfluence.ca/150 |
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Santa at Bass Pro and Cabela’s.
Everyday from Nov 8, 2025 - Dec 24, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Enjoy a visit with Santa Claus at BassPro Shops or Cabela’s in a Christmas wonderland! Join the arrival event on November 8 at 5pm complete with treats. Then make your free advanced reservation for Santa photos from November 9 to December 24 and get a free 4×6 photo.
Home Depot Kids Workshop: Build an Excavator.
> Saturday Nov 8, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
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.
| Location: | Participating Home Depot stores |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://homedepot.ca |
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Phillys Grand Opening .
> Saturday Nov 8, 2025 at 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Calgary’s newest restaurant, Phillys, is celebrating its grand opening with a free classic hot dog for the first 100 guests through the doors.
Go ENG Girl.
> Saturday Nov 8, 2025 at 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
A free annual event for Grade 7 to 10 for girls and non-binary youth to experience the exciting world of engineering through a series of fun hands-on activities and exhibits at Schulich School of Engineering. Learn more at schulich.ucalgary.ca.
| Location: | Schulich School of Engineering |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | http://schulich.ucalgary.ca |
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Make A One-of-A-Kind Snowglobe.
> Saturday Nov 8, 2025 at 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Unleash your creativity and craft a unique snowglobe. Capture your favourite scene, season, or hobby -something that is totally you at Social Grounds.
Lions Festival of Lights.
Everyday from Nov 22, 2025 - Jan 8, 2026 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
For many Calgary families, the visit to the Lions' annual light display marks the beginning of the Christmas season. Located on the east side of the Confederation Golf Course, you'll find thousands of glowing lights displayed in beautiful Christmas themes at Confederation Park.
| Location: | Confederation Park |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | http://lionsfestivaloflights.ca |
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The Shriner's Holiday Market.
> Saturday Nov 22, 2025 at 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Discover a festive shopping experience featuring 70 local vendors offering hand-crafted, made-in-Alberta products—perfect for your holiday gift giving.
| Location: | The Calgary Shrine Centre |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | http://abshriners.com |
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Hindu Heritage Month at the Library.
> Saturday Nov 22, 2025 at 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Celebrate Hindu culture at Central Library. Experience breathtaking art, music, and dance, learn about travel to India, traditions and customs, take a free yoga class, and enjoy sari draping demonstrations, delicious samosas, and free mehndi.
| Location: | Calgary Public Library in Patricia Whelan Auditorium |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | https://www.calgarylibrary.ca |
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RONA Kiddos Workshop: Christmas Surprise.
> Saturday Dec 6, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
A great opportunity to enjoy a fun family activity, spark your little ones’ creativity, and benefit from the advice of on-site experts.
| Location: | Participating RONA stores |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://rona.ca |
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Santa Comes to Lougheed House.
> Saturday Dec 6, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Visit Lougheed House all dressed up for the holidays. Admission will be free all day long and includes DIY photos with Santa (bring your own phone/camera) on a first-come, first-served basis, a kids activity, and the opportunity to explore the beautiful Christmas décor.
The Happiness Path Hangouts for Teen Girls..
> Saturday Dec 6, 2025 at 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
THP Hangouts are a monthly meetup for teen girls, come as you are to connect, create, move and have fun. No pressure, no supplies, just you!
Home Depot Workshop: Build a Holiday Cocoa Mug.
> Saturday Dec 13, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
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.
| Location: | Participating Home Depot stores |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://homedepot.ca |
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Chinook Blast.
Everyday from Jan 30, 2026 - Feb 16, 2026 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Chinook Blast warms up our city with a celebration of community, culture, and civic pride, where the best of Calgary’s art, music, theatre, sport and recreation will be on display downtown.
| Location: | Various Locations |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | http://chinookblast.ca |
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The Happiness Path Hangouts for Teen Girls.
Everyday from Mar 7, 2026 - Oct 7, 2026 at 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
THP Hangouts are a monthly meetup for teen girls, come as you are to connect, create, move and have fun. No pressure, no supplies, just you!
The Happiness Path Hangouts for Teen Girls.
> Saturday Apr 11, 2026 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
THP Hangouts are a monthly meetup for teen girls, come as you are to connect, create, move and have fun. No pressure, no supplies, just you!
The Happiness Path Hangouts for Teen Girls.
> Saturday May 2, 2026 at 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
THP Hangouts are a monthly meetup for teen girls, come as you are to connect, create, move and have fun. No pressure, no supplies, just you!
The Happiness Path Hangouts for Teen Girls.
> Saturday Jun 6, 2026 at 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
THP Hangouts are a monthly meetup for teen girls, come as you are to connect, create, move and have fun. No pressure, no supplies, just you!
