Family Day at Studio Bell

Bring your family together through the power of music! Explore five floors of exhibitions, enjoy all-ages activities, and experience live performances, including headlining sets from new wave group BETABOYS.

Calgary’s BETABOYS embrace mid-1980s synth-pop nostalgia with open arms and full hearts. They don’t know how to dance, but that’s never stopped them, and they hope it doesn’t stop anyone on Family Day. Families are encouraged to dust off their best ’80s outfits, and embrace their most awkward dance moves as BETABOYS set the tone for a day of retro fun!

After exploring Studio Bell, head across the street to the King Eddy for more music and a bite to eat. The restaurant and live music venue will feature free, family-friendly performances from acoustic ukulele duo The Crickettes.
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The full-day celebration will feature interactive activities and performances, including:
– ‘80s costume contest with the chance to win an NMC prize pack
– Kids’ jam sessions welcoming all ages and abilities to experiment with making music
– Interactive scavenger hunt where families explore the museum while completing creative challenges
– Live music from BETABOYS at Studio Bell and The Crickettes at the King Eddy
– Awe-inspiring demonstrations of the Kimball Theatre Organ
– Sheldon Zandboer playing the songs of Oscar Peterson in NMC’s exhibition, Timeless: 100 Years of Oscar Peterson.
– 50% off NMC Memberships for one day only on February 16
Who is it for?

All ages

Tickets : Free

Free admission on February 16

How to get tickets?

Buy online

Date: Monday February 16, 2026 | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Venue & Address

Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, 850 4 Street SE Calgary

Wheelchair accessible