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From light and magic festivals to Canada Winter Games, racing on ice, vibrant celebrations of francophone culture and free admission to Alberta Museums on family day, there are plenty of fun activities to enjoy this family day weekend across Alberta.
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FAMILY DAY WEEKEND – CALGARY & SOUTHERN ALBERTA
Glow Festival
Okotoks Recreation Centre, 99 Okotoks Dr, Okotoks
February 18, 2019
FREE
The Okotoks Recreation Centre will be offering FREE activities all day long! Activities include Family Swim, Family Aquafit, Rogers Hometown Hockey Arts & Crafts-by concession, Gym Time, ... »
Frank Slide Interpretive Centre, Blairmore
February 18, 2019
FREE
Enjoy a day of free family activities at the Frank Slide Interpretive Centre. Hear unforgettable stories of tragedy and resilience. You will learn about the 1903 Frank Slide ... »
Remington Carriage Museum, Main Street, Cardston
February 18, 2019
FREE
Enjoy old-fashioned carnival games, win prizes and indulge in food, fun and music! »
Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Drive, Banff
February 17, 2019 To February 18, 2019
Free & Ticketed Events
Where the young and young-at-heart can journey into a world of art and imagination with live shows and free activities. Featuring performances from comedian/magician Wes Barker, ... »
BMO Theatre, 1300 Rocky Ridge Rd NW, Calgary
February 17, 2019 To February 18, 2019
(403) 909-8601
$12 - $25
The WowFest Magic Arts Festival aims to present amazing magic shows for family and adult audiences, showcasing Canadian magic talent in a theatrical venue For its seventh ... »
The Royal Tyrrell Museum, 1500 North Dinosaur Trail, Drumheller
February 17, 2019 To February 18, 2019
Free on Family Day
Special Family Day programming will be available all weekend. On Monday, enjoy a free presentation by Curator of Dinosaurs Donald Henderson, make your own cast of a ... »
Lougheed House, 707 - 13 Ave SW, Calgary
February 16, 2019
FREE
The one day festival brings together local Calgary community teams to compete in a friendly outdoor curling tournament with the backdrop of the historic Lougheed House, Alberta ... »
Granary Road, 226066 112th Street West, De Winton
February 16, 2019 To February 17, 2019
403.453.7623
0.00
Family Fun Fest at Granary Road February 16th and 17th wont be one to miss! Join us for a memorable weekend with lots of activities to share ... »
The Banff Gondola, 100 Mountain Ave, Banff
February 15, 2019 To April 13, 2019
Regular Admission
The Banff Gondola summit is home to a thousand magic moments. This winter, you can add many more as you revel in the illuminated mountains during our ... »
Decidedly Jazz Danceworks , 111 12 AVE SE, Calgary
February 15, 2019 To February 17, 2019
$23 & up
AP Dance Legends and Masters Come To Calgary! The 8th Annual Rhythm Body and Soul welcomes International artists for a 3 Day Festival featuring over 30 community Master Classes ... »
Downtown, Calgary, AB
February 14, 2019 To February 18, 2019
Free
This free, all-ages event welcomes everyone to warm up winter’s darkest days and experience one-of-a-kind interactive light displays, art, entertainment, food trucks and activations. »
Various Venues, Okotoks
February 14, 2019 To February 24, 2019
Varies
Brrr, it’s cold outside!! Let’s warm up with some Hot Chocolate!! Looking for a fun Valentines date? Something to do with the family on Family ... »
WinSport Canada Olympic Park, 88 Canada Olympic Road SW, Calgary
February 13, 2019 To February 16, 2019
Come on down to the first annual Halfpipe Rodeo World Cup! Dust off the cowboy hat and boots and mosey on down to Winsport Canada Olympic park ... »
Various Venues, Calgary
February 1, 2019 To February 28, 2019
Varies
It’s that delicious time of year again! New to YYC Hot Chocolate Fest? Throughout the month of February, participating cafes and restaurants will feature signature hot ... »
Various Venues, Calgary
February 1, 2019 To February 28, 2019
Free & Ticketed Events
Each February the Exposure Photography Festival brings together and shares the best and most interesting photographic work in the region. Exposure encourages the community to come out ... »
For all other free events, see:
FAMILY DAY WEEKEND – CENTRAL ALBERTA
Reynolds-Alberta Museum, 6426 40 Avenue, Wetaskiwin
February 18, 2019
Free
Make memorable moments this Family Day weekend. Activities include — Playing the Factory Game and giant games — Making a Pick a Car and Make it Bizarre craft — Watching ... »
Sylvan Lake, AB
February 17, 2019 To February 24, 2019
$5 to $15
An amazing event to watch ATV's, Motorcycles, Trikes and Bikes race on the ice! Come out and hear the roar and adrenaline! Cheer on your favorites in ... »
5205 48 Avenue, Red Deer
February 16, 2019 To March 1, 2019
Free
There is something for everyone as we showcase the talent and diversity of Canada’s finest performers. The 52° North also features local artisans, food vendors and sponsor ... »
Crimson Lake Provincial Park, Rocky Mountain House
February 16, 2019
FREE
You can expect a whole day filled with outdoor fun and entertainment. Snowshoe and ice fishing demonstrations, a local vendor market at Pioneer Camp Ranch, and Freezin’ ... »
Sundre & District Museum, 1 Avenue Southwest, Sundre
February 16, 2019 To February 17, 2019
$2
Come and enjoy wagon rides, face painting, artist and artisan show and sale, heritage demonstrations and more. Family fun for everyone. »
Various Venues, Sylvan Lake
February 16, 2019 To February 18, 2019
Free & Ticketed Events
Join in for a variety of family day activities during the family day weekend. Events include Movie, Lions Pancake Breakfast, Frozen Party, One year anniversary party with ... »
Bailey Theatre, 5041 50 St, Camrose
February 15, 2019 To February 17, 2019
$15 & up
The 10th Nordlys Film & Arts Festival will take place on Family Day weekend at the historic Bailey Theatre in Camrose, Alberta, Canada. Nordlys, which means “northern ... »
Various venues, Red Deer
February 15, 2019 To March 2, 2019
Free and ticketed events
Featuring 19 sports, over 150 events and a major arts and cultural festival, the 2019 Canada Winter Games will welcome up to 3,600 athletes, managers and coaches and more than 20,000 visitors. »
FAMILY DAY WEEKEND – EDMONTON & NORTHERN ALBERTA
Royal Alberta Museum, 103A Avenue Northwest, Edmonton
February 18, 2019
780-453-9100
Free
Feed your curiosity from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Journey through millions of years of history and see thousands of objects, from dinosaurs and mammoths to tiny ... »
Lacombe Lake Dog Park, McKenney Avenue, St. Albert
February 18, 2019
Free
Bring your family to the Fire and Ice Festival, hosted by the St. Albert Firefighters Local 2130. Event Includes Kids Firefighter Obstacle Course, Petting Zoo from Finnegan Farms, ... »
Fort Heritage Precinct, 100 Avenue, Fort Saskatchewan
February 18, 2019
Free
This is a wonderful FREE event hosted by the Fort Saskatchewan Historical Society. There will ice curling, sledding, snow golf, snow painting, snowman making, maple syrup, vintage ... »
Elk Island National Park - Astotin Lake Recreation Area 1- 54401 Range Road 203, Fort Saskatchewan
February 18, 2019
780- 922-5790
Regular Admission
Celebrate Family Day the Canadian way and watch as Elk Island National Park is transformed into a whimsical winter wonderland filled with classic winter experiences for the ... »
Muskoseepi Park, 10326 102 Avenue, Grande Prairie
February 18, 2019
FREE
Visit Muskoseepi Park and the Grande Prairie Museum on Family Day for free activities the whole family can enjoy! -Sleigh rides -Skating on the pond -Snow painting ... »
Oil Sands Discovery Centre, Mackenzie Boulevard, Fort McMurray
February 18, 2019
Free
Bring the whole family out to the Oil Sands Discovery Centre and celebrate Family Day with free admission, Monday, Feb 18. Enjoy hands-on science crafts and experiments, a ... »
Rutherford House, Edmonton
February 18, 2019
Free
Celebrate Family Day with a FREE visit to the historic home of the first Premier of Alberta, Alexander Cameron Rutherford, and discover the unique personalities in the ... »
West Edmonton Mall, 170 Street Northwest, Edmonton
February 18, 2019
Free
Come to West Edmonton Mall for an Oilers full team autograph session! West Edmonton Mall welcomes the Edmonton Oilers for a public Autograph Session. This is an ... »
Various Venues, Morinville
February 17, 2019 To February 18, 2019
Free
The Snowman Festival is a family fun celebration of winner, snow and ice. Activities throughout the community for the whole family include snowman building, family skate, shinny ... »
Hinton Nordic Centre, Yellowhead County
February 17, 2019
Free Admission
The Bonhomme Carnaval is a fun, family festival that celebrates French Canadian culture and food. The Hinton Nordic Centre is a great place to gather with friends ... »
Beaver Lake PRA, Lac la Biche
February 17, 2019
FREE
Lac La Biche Nordic Ski Club, Lac La Biche Lions Club & Alberta Parks invite everyone to come enjoy a wintery afternoon of family fun activities in ... »
Various Venues, Alberta Beach, AB
February 16, 2019 To February 18, 2019
Free & Ticketed Events
This will be the 40th Anniversary of SnoMo Days in Alberta Beach. Packed full of family events. Wagon rides, fireworks, Snowmobile or ATV poker rally, Snowmobile drag ... »
Various Venues, Cold Lake
February 16, 2019 To February 18, 2019
Free and ticketed activities
Snow Fever is Lakeland’s premier winter festival. Enjoy fireworks, sleigh rides, pond hockey, s'mores, skating, swimming, sledding, snowshoeing and more! »
Wabamun Lake, 50th Street, Wabamun
February 16, 2019
free
Ever wanted to try ice fishing? Kids Can Catch is a free ice fishing event for all ages. There will be loaner rods and bait to use ... »
Radisson Hotel & Convention Center Edmonton, 4520, 76 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton
February 16, 2019 To February 17, 2019
780-860-8109
$15-$40
Edmonton's first horror convention . Featuring 13,000 Sq Feet of attractions including industry guests, vendors, cosplay contest, Q&A panels, Short film viewings and so much more. This is ... »
Gibbons, AB
February 16, 2019 To February 17, 2019
(780) 923-3331
Free & Ticketed events
Pancake breakfast, curling, neon skate, magic show,reptile exhibit, face painting and more! »
Various Venues, St Isidore
February 15, 2019 To February 17, 2019
$10 to $25
Since 1982, this annual celebration gives people a taste of the vibrant francophone culture of Northern Alberta. The Carnaval attracts Francophones and Francophiles from all over Alberta, as ... »
Shaw Conference Centre, 9797 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton
February 15, 2019 To February 16, 2019
403-228-0777
$82-$92
The World of Wine Awaits! Winefest invites you to indulge among hundreds of wines in all styles and flavours! One ticket includes an all-inclusive sampling of wines, ... »
Rogers Place, 10220 104 Ave NW, Edmonton
February 13, 2019 To February 17, 2019
$50 - $175
Cirque du Soleil is thrilled to return to the Edmonton area with its coolest arena show yet – Cirque du Soleil’s CRYSTAL. This unique arena production showcases ... »
William Hawrelak Park, 9930 Groat Road, Edmonton
February 8, 2019 To February 18, 2019
780-488-1960
Free
The Silver Skate Festival is a 10-day, family-oriented festival in Edmonton’s scenic river valley. Rooted in Dutch winter traditions, the festival combines sport (especially skating), arts ... »
Various Venues, Hinton
February 8, 2019 To February 23, 2019
Free & Ticketed Events
Every February, Hintonites join together to create something amazing. Town Divisions, local nonprofits, teams, organizations, businesses; they all contribute and host events to contribute to the overall ... »
ATB Financial Arts Barns, 10330 84 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton
February 7, 2019 To February 17, 2019
$22 & up
Chinook Series is Edmonton’s international curated performance festival showcasing some of the most acclaimed contemporary art taking place across Alberta, the nation, and worldwide. By bringing ... »
Citadel Theatre, 9828 101A Ave., Edmonton
February 5, 2019 To February 24, 2019
$8 to $10
The WildFire Festival is an improv festival for students from all across Alberta (and sometimes even the Territories). The 16-day festival is created by the marriage of ... »
For all other family day events, see:
Family Day in Alberta Capital region