Calgary
Searching for free events, festivals or free places to visit and things to do this summer in Calgary? Here is a list FREE family activities for every day this summer in and around Calgary. Have the best Calgary stay-cation, and have a blast credit card free! This list is for adults too. Other than few child specific activities/playgrounds, most events are fun for all ages.
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- Events and attractions listed are free or PWYC (donation). Few day trips are also included.
How to use this article:
- Festivals that span 2 – 3 days are listed under the date that has free programming or on any of the free festival days.
- Free attractions and things to do, that are not date bound /time limited are mentioned under random dates (these can be done any date of your choosing).
75+ FREE THINGS TO DO THIS SUMMER IN CALGARY
Friday, June 29, 2018
Farmers’ Market Carnival
Robert McClure Farmers’ Market is hosting a Canada Day Carnival that includes entertainment from local singer-songwriter Danny Zapata and a line dancing performance by Keepin’ It Country Line Dance Club – audience participation is encouraged!
Friday, June 29, 2018 | 3-7 PM @ Robert McClure Farmers’ Market, 5510 26 Ave NE, Calgary
Spruce Meadows Pan American
Visit Spruce Meadows, to see Pan American tournament that feature riders from throughout North America.
June 26 – July 1, 2018 @ Spruce Meadows, 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW, Calgary
Saturday, June 30, 2018
Calgary Tower Block Party
Celebrate fifty years as Calgary’s iconic landmark.There will be hosting a 60s themed block party, complete with FREE ice cream from Foothills Creamery, music by BassBus, food trucks, face painting and much more!
June 30th, 2018 | 11am – 4pm @ At the base of the Tower, 101 9 Ave SW, Calgary
Sunday, July 1, 2018
Canada Day Celebrations
Best way to start summer? Celebrate Canada’s 151st birthday and enjoy the spectacular fireworks that brighten the night sky.
Monday, July 2, 2018
Downtown Calgary Tour
Explore Calgary’s downtown by going on a free walking tour. Details
Year Round
@ Calgary Downtown
Tuesday, July 3, 2018
Sunnyside Open Stage Tuesdays
Every Tuesday at containR is Sunnyside Open Stage hosted by Eugene Saunders and Guests! Join to from 6-9pm to support local talent in nights of music and performance, or share something yourself!
Every Tuesday between June 19th – August 28th | 6:00PM – 9:00PM @ containR Art Park, 1020 2nd Ave NW, Calgary
Wednesday, July 4, 2018
Music in the Plaza
Every Wednesday evening, rain or shine, throughout July and August, the Heritage Town Square will be filled with the sound of music.
Wednesday evenings, July 4 – August 29, 2018 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm @ Heritage Town Square
St Patrick’s Island Park
Visit Calgary’s 31 acre Island Oasis! Have a go at the play ground, a fun time at the pebble beach and explore the naturalized wetland as you stroll the park enjoying the artworks!
Calgary Public Library holds Tot Storytime @ Confluence Plaza on Wednesdays | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Thursday, July 5, 2018
1. Free Youth Activities at Bass Pro Shops
Visit Bass Pro Shops Calgary and take part in free families activities and interactive workshops on Bird Watching, Fishing, Archery, Hiking, and more!
Every Thursday, Saturday & Sunday,
June 23 – Sunday July 22 @
Bass Pro Shops Calgary, CrossIron Mills Mall
2. AM 700, Shine FM and The Calgary Dream Centre’s Stampede Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast with Darrel Daniels and Les Moore broadcasting live! The whole family will LOVE the Shine FM Fun Zone, inflatables, and Live Music from Calgary’s own Hope’s Creed!
July 5, 2018 | 8:00 – 11:00 AM @
Calgary Dream Centre, 4510 MacLeod Trail South, Calgary
3. First Flip Pancake Breakfast
Join Tourism Calgary at Stephen Avenue as we kick off the 2018 Calgary Stampede! This event is free so treat your family with delicious hotcakes and live music!
Thursday, July 5, 2018 | 7:30 – 10:30 AM @
Stephen Avenue (8 Ave) between 1st St SE & Centre St
Friday, July 6, 2018
Stampede Parade Day
Enjoy Calgary’s Parade that showcases more than 150 western-themed entries, including 30 marching bands, 40 floats, 750 horses and 4,000 people. Go straight from the Parade to the Park and receive FREE admission until 1:30 p.m.
Friday, July 6, 2018 | 08:55 AM
@ Downtown Calgary
Free Admission to Stampede from 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Saturday, July 7, 2018
STAMPEDE ON 17TH
Every Saturday of the Calgary Stampede will begin with an unbelievable Pancake Breakfast for the first 500 people to visit us, live music, Project Dance Open-Air Dance Concert (July 7th), games plus much, much more.
Saturday, July 7 & 14, 2018 | 10:00AM – 4:00PM
@ Tomkins Park, 820 17 Ave SW, Calgary
Marlborough Mall’s Annual Stampede Pancake Breakfast
The event is complete with live music from a western band, pony rides, a petting zoo, Indigenous dancers, an interactive rodeo display, interactive games with prizes at stake, and more!
Saturday July 7, 2018 | 9 AM – 12 PM
@ Entrance #1, 433 Marlborough Way N.E
Go Fishing
Go fishing with family and friends! No license required. Albertans and visitors are invited to give fishing a try on water bodies with open fishing seasons. Keep in mind that fishing regulations still apply.
July 7 & 8, 2018 @Alberta Waters (not in national parks)
Sunday, July 8, 2018
Calgary Stampede Cenovus Family Day
Calgary Stampede has plenty of fun family events for kids – from midway to captivating shows that will get the whole family smiling. Interact with big and small farm animals and learn all about the western agriculture lifestyle. Events include Kids Pedal Tractor pull, magic shows, many other costumed characters, and more!
Free Admission between 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
Free Admission for kids under 12 who are accompanied by adults on Wednesday, July 12 | 7:00 AM – Midnight
@ Stampede park, Calgary
Monday, July 9, 2018
The Bell Live Series at the King Eddy
For 10 days during the Calgary Stampede, King Eddy YYC will once again be transformed into a honky-tonk in the East Village, featuring a revolving roster of boot-stompin’ country acts performing evening headliner shows. House band GhostBoy featuring Mark Parsons will perform free daytime sets from noon to 3:00 pm daily.
July 6 – July 15, 2018 — Free from noon to 3:00 pm daily.
@ King Eddy, 438 9 Ave SW, Calgary
Tuesday, July 10, 2018
Fish Creek Provincial Park
Visit Fish Creek Provincial Park, go on hikes and explore the largest urban park in Canada. Enjoy Artisan Gardens where Alberta’s history, nature and art is honoured in a very unique and culturally significant fashion with First Nations history, family and the natural environment.
Open at 8:00 a.m. every day of the year and open during day light hours.
@ Fish Creek Provincial Park, 13931 Woodpath Rd SW, Calgary
Wednesday, July 11, 2018
Sunnyside Salsa Wednesdays
Every Wednesday, join for Sunnyside Salsa Wednesdays from 7-9pm! Join Free Spirit Dance and Studio Creole as they bring a tropical mix of salsa, timba, samba and more to your midweek evening fun.
Every Wednesday between June 20th – August 29th | 7:00PM – 9:00PM
@ containR Art Park, 1020 2nd Ave NW, Calgary
Thursday, July 12, 2018
Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
Visit Inglewood Bird Sanctuary Nature Centre and learn about local wildlife. Have a pleasant stroll along the almost two kilometres of trails through open grasslands and forests and spot migratory birds.
Trails open Year round, dawn to dusk
@ Inglewood Bird Sanctuary, 2425 9 Ave S.E.,Calgary
Friday, July 13, 2018
Inglewood Night Market
The Inglewood Night Market features over 70 local vendors selling diverse goods from handmade craftsmen items to vintage clothing, antiques & collectibles, artisan eats & more! You’ll also find food trucks, singer songwriters, bands, dancers, outdoor seating, and other fun things to check out!
July 13th, August 10th, September 14th, September 15th, 2018
@ 9th Avenue and 10th Street SE, Calgary
Saturday, July 14, 2018
Shakespeare by the Bow
Grab a blanket, a picnic, and take in one of Shakespeare’s greatest plays by Theatre Calgary’s emerging artists. PWYC.
June 29 – August 19, 2018 | 07:00 PM
@ Prince’s Island Park
Sunday, July 15, 2018
Cyclepalooza
Join Cyclepalooza for free fun events, join for free guided bike rides, picnics and more!
July 13th – July 22nd, 2018 @ Various Venues, Calgary
Monday, July 16, 2018
Elbow Falls
Go on a day trip to Elbow Falls. Hike along the waterfalls on the Elbow River and enjoy a family’s day out.
Waterfalls Getaways in Alberta
Late Spring to Fall
@ Elbow Falls Provincial Recreation Area, Kananaskis Improvement District
Tuesday, July 17, 2018
YYC Free Market (2.0)
Explore this experimental market where you collaboratively create an atmosphere that focuses on sharing what we know and offering what we have. A market where the current monetary economic, capitalist and consumer based structures are temporarily turned off. This market requires you to make it your own. No money is required.
Tuesday, July 17, 2018 | 6:00PM – 9:00PM
@ containR Art Park, 1020 2nd Ave NW, Calgary
Free programs at your local library
Calagry Public Library offer plenty of free, fun summer programs from magic shows to movies. Check your local library for more details.
OR Borrow a musical instrument from the library for free and learn how to play it through You-tube videos.
Summer
@ Your local library
Wednesday, July 18, 2018
Spray Parks
Beat the heat and enjoy the summer weather in Calgary by visiting one of Calgary’s many wading pools, and spray parks.
Summer
@ Bowness Park – 8900 48 Ave. N.W. – Opening mid summer
Riley Park – 800 12 St. N.W.
Canmore Park – 19 St. & Chicoutimi Dr. N.W.
Eau Claire Plaza/Barclay Mall – 3 St. & Riverfront Ave. S.W
Rotary Park – 617 1 St. N.E.
South Glenmore Park (Variety Park) – 90 Ave. & 24 St. S.W.
Valleyview Park – 28 St. & 30 Ave. S.E.
Thursday, July 19, 2018
Calgary Turkish Festival
Come experience the Calgary Turkish Festival. Enjoy Turkish art, folk dance, music and gourmet food, where visitors will get an opportunity to celebrate, learn, and savour Turkish hospitality, culture, heritage and cuisine.
July 19 to 22, 2018 | 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
@ Eau Claire Market, 200 Barclay Parade SW
Friday, July 20, 2018
Pierce Estate Wetlands
Experience nature in the city and walk along the interpretive trail that guides you through a constructed wetland filled with native plants and animals.
Year round | 05:00 AM -11:00 PM
@ 1440 17A St. S.E, Calgary
Saturday, July 21, 2018
Creekfest
Celebrate Alberta’s Natural Provincial Parks and Learn about Protecting our Watersheds at Parks Day & Creekfest! Take part in concert and song writing workshop by Juno-award winning Peter Puffin’s Whale Tales will return to Fish Creek to host a concert and song writing workshop, go for guided historical walk of the historical Glennfield area and more!
Saturday, July 21, 2018 | 11:00 AM – 04:00 PM
@ Bow Valley Ranch – south end of Bow Bottom Tr SE, Calgary
Taste of Okotoks
This pedestrian-friendly event boasts live music, great food from local restaurants, boutique shopping and a street market featuring a wide array of local artisan wares from MarketSquare.
Saturday, July 21, 2018 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
@ Downtown Okotoks
Sunday, July 22, 2018
Fiestaval Calgary
Enjoy Latin arts and family entertainment at this multicultural festival that showcases Latin American Culture.
July 20 – 22, 2018 | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
@ Calgary Olympic Plaza
Monday, July 23, 2018
China Town
Visit Calgary’s fascinating and ever-changing Chinatown to learn about the first Chinese pioneers who arrived in Calgary, as early as 1883, after the CP railway was completed. Explore the sights and sounds of the bustling markets and see the Chinese Cultural Centre that is styled after the Temple of Heaven in Beijing.
Year round @ 197 First Street, SW Calgary
Tuesday, July 24, 2018
Summer Nature Drop-in Program
Explore Canada’s largest man-made wetland and join for Calgary Parks’ educational program that provides up-close view of the amazing critters that live below the surface. .
Year round, Hours Vary.
Calgary Parks Program on Tuesdays and Thursdays | 10:00 AM – noon & 1:30 AM – 3:30 PM
@ Ralph Klein Park, 12350 84 St. S.E.
Wednesday, July 25, 2018
Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park
Explore scenic landscapes through the expansive trail system of the park that stretches the Bow River.
Year Round
@ 255001 Glenbow Rd, Cochrane.
Thursday, July 26, 2018
Grain Academy Museum
Learn how food gets transported from farms to supermarkets! Learn how grain elevators of the past worked, gain an overall understanding of the grain handling system, storage and food transportation industries at this educational grain museum.
Year Round – Tuesday to Friday from 10:00AM to 4:00PM
@ Plus 15 (2nd Level), BMO Centre, 20 Roundup Way SE, Calgary.
Friday, July 27, 2018
Historic Calgary Week
Enjoy neighbourhood concerts, walks, talks, and explore museums, heritage buildings, cemeteries, parks, libraries and archives and celebrate the rich history, culture and community of Calgary and area during Historic Calgary Week.
Friday, July 27 until Monday, August 6.
@ Various venues, Calgary
Alice in Wonderland
Get to Old Towne Plaza for awesome family theatre.
July 20, 21, 27, 28 | 7:00 PM
July 21, 22, 28, 29 | 2:00 PM
@ Okotoks Olde Towne Plaza, Okotoks
Saturday, July 28, 2018
Chestermere Water Festival
Join for Chestermere’s annual festival on the lake! Activities that day include: Wakeboard competition, Kids fun zone, Artisan market, Lake Tours, and more! The day ends with the music of this year’s headliner Drew Gregory and the breathtaking fireworks display on Chestermere Lake!
Saturday, July 28, 2018 | 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
@ John Peake Park, 100 John Morris Way, Chestermere
Pet-A-Palooza
Enjoy West Coast’s largest outdoor pet festival. With events including: Dock Dogs Canada, “Running of the bulls” hilarious 20 ft French and English bull dog races, and more!
July 28 & 29, 2018 | 10:00 AM – 04:00 PM
Eau Claire, 200 Barclay Parade SW, Calgary
Sunday, July 29, 2018
Kensington’s Fantasy Faire
Explore Kensington community, when it transforms into a wizarding world full of brilliant oddities.
July 29, 2018 | 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Kensington Rd and 10th Street NW, Calgary
Calgary Arab Festival
Experience Arabian traditions, such as folk dance, traditional music, food, customs, Arts, and much more!
July 28 & 29, 2018
Olympic Plaza – 228 8 Ave SE, Calgary
Monday, July 30, 2018
The Big Rock
Visit the largest glacial erratic near Okotoks – 16,500-tonne quartzite boulder, known as the Big Rock.
Year Round
@ Near Okotoks.
Tuesday, July 31, 2018
Stephen Avenue Walk #IAMDOWNTOWN Summer Stage
June through September, enjoy free music at Stephen Avenue summer stage!
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and some Saturdays | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Monday Blues” series, curated by Calgary International Blues Fest: Mondays | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Wednesday, August 1, 2018
Explore Contemporary Art Galleries
Visit Calgary’s art museums and enjoy the creative imaginations and clever interpretations of the world around you!
Year round
@ Esker Foundation Contemporary Art Gallery
Thursday, August 2, 2018
Glenbow Museum
Visit Glenbow Museum and learn about the history of Alberta, and Western Canada.
Free Admission from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM on the first Thursday of every month.
@ Glenbow Museum, 130 9 Ave SE, Calgary
Friday, August 3, 2018
Music in the Park
Enjoy live music with family and friends in beautiful parks around the city. City of Calgary Parks and recreation will be featuring different artists from a variety of musical genres that are sure to get you movin’ and groovin’ this summer.
Saturday, July 21 | noon – 2 p.m. @ Ralph Klein Park, 12350 84 St. S.E.
Thursday, August 2 & Friday, August 3 | noon – 1 p.m. @ Central Memorial Park, 1221 2 St. S.W.
Sunday, August 12 | 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm @ South Glenmore Park – 8415 24 St SW
Saturday, August 4, 2018
Inglewood Sunfest
Have a gala time at this feisty summer festival in the heart of Inglewood.
Saturday, August 4, 2018 | 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM
@ Main street Inglewood, Calgary
Sunday, August 5, 2018
Botanical Gardens of Silver Springs
Explore this 20,000 square feet of gardens created and maintained by community volunteers.
Spring to Fall | Dawn to Dusk
@ north east corner of Silver Springs, Calgary
Monday, August 6, 2018
Heritage Day Festival
Explore the Indian Village, get face painted into a lion, jump in a bouncy castle, frolic in the water, try a new dish, or simply soak up the sun in front of the stage and enjoy the folk performances
Monday, August 6th | 12:00 PM -6:00 PM
@ Olympic Plaza, 228 8 Ave SE, Calgar
Tuesday, August 7, 2018
Peter Lougheed Provincial Park
Visit one of the best provincial parks in Canada and enjoy wildlife, and revel in the spectacular views of Canadian rockies with out the crowds.
Year Round
@ Peter Lougheed Provincial Park – Various
Wednesday, August 8, 2019
Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area
Enjoy unspoiled wilderness with kids and spot Acmon Blue butterflies, Sora and other native wildlife as you hike self-guided interpretive trails at Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area.
Year round | 4:00 AM to 11:00 PM
@ South of Calgary – Hwy 22x at 160th Street.
Thursday, August 9, 2018
Milky Way Nights
Each evening enjoy a sky tour outside on the viewing terrace and point out some of the highlights of the summer sky. Several astronomers will be on hand to answer questions and talk about what you will be observing through the telescope.
August 9, 10, 11, 2018 | Gates open: 10:00 PM to 2:00 AM
@ Rothney Astrophysical Observatory
Friday, August 10, 2018
Taste of Calgary
Enjoy a taste of Calgary’s best musical acts during Taste of Calgary.
Thursday, August 9- Sunday, August 12, 2018
@ Eau Claire, 200 Barkley Parade S.W. Calgary
Truck Stop by Machine de Cirque
A motley group of campers in search of adventure and thrills decides to hitch up their trailer and head out across the American continent. With a well-stocked cooler, windows wide open and music blaring, they are all set for an epic odyssey on wheels.
Friday, August 10, 2018 | 5:00 PM & 8:00 PM
@ Municipal Plaza, outside City Hall
Saturday, August 11, 2018
Calgary Dragon Boat Festival
Cheer on the racers, enjoy kids zone, multi-cultural entertainment, live band and more during Dragon Boat Festival Calgary.
August 11 – 12 2018
@ North Glenmore Park, Calgary.
Sunday, August 12, 2018
Marda Gras Street Festival
Enjoy the sights and sounds of New Orleans; purple, green and gold pageantry; a variety of high quality cultural performers, dance groups and musicians; outdoor activities; and a wide variety of delicious cuisine!
Sunday, August 12, 2018 | 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM
@ Marda Loop – 33rd and 34th Avenues SW, Calgary
Monday, August 13, 2018
Grassi Lakes
Go on this perfect family hike in Canmore! Appreciate the spectacular turquoise lakes surrounded by snow peaked mountains.
Late Spring to Fall
@ Trailhead begins on Spray Lakes Road, just 2 kms past the Nordic Centre on the left, down a hill.
Tuesday, August 14, 2018
Frank Lake
Visit this Lake situated in High River and see hundreds of bird species, native plants and mammals in their natural setting.
@ Frank Lake Conservation Area, High River
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
RCMP Police Dog Service Training Centre
Visit the RCMP dog training facility and see public demonstrations that showcase the skills of police dogs.
Public demonstrations are conducted every Wednesday afternoon between Victoria Day and Labour Day | 02:00 PM – 02:45 PM
@ RCMP Police Dog Service Training Centre, Hwy 2, Innisfail
Thursday, August 16, 2018
Olds College Botanic Gardens and Treatment Wetlands
See flowering trees and shrubs, fabulous displays of annuals, Herb Garden and AAS Selection Display Gardens, swaths of summer flowers and more as you tour the exquisite gardens.
April to October | Dawn to Dusk
@ Olds College, 4500 50 St, Olds
Friday, August 17, 2018
Skate Calgary
Test your skating skills at Calgary’s Skate parks or at North America’s largest outdoor skatepark, Shaw Millennium Park – This skate park has something for every ability level of the skater, from beginner to expert.
Late Spring To Fall
@ Various Skate Parks, Calgary
Saturday, August 18, 2018
Franco Festival Calgary
FFC is a celebration of many diverse Francophone cultures (Africa, North- America, South-America, and Europe) through dance, music, food, arts & crafts.
Saturday, August 18, 2018 | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
@ Olympic Plaza, 8 Ave SE, Calgary
Calgary Korean Day Festival
Enjoy various folk dances such as Taekwondo demonstration and various athletic events including raising, throwing, throwing, rope jumping, and air play are held at this Korean Day Festival.
Saturday, August 18, 2018 | 10:00 AM – 06:00 PM
@ West Hillhurst Community Association and Park, 1940 6 Ave NW, Calgary
Sunday, August 19, 2018
Okotoks Show & Shine
See cool cars at the 9th annual Olde Towne Okotoks Show & Shine.
Sunday, August 19, 2018 | 10:00 AM – 04:00 PM
@ Olde Towne, Okotoks
Open Farm Days
Alberta Open Farm Days is about farmers and ranchers inviting their urban and rural neighbours to stop in for a visit to share stories, see demonstrations, and learn more about the farmers who grow their food.
August 18 & 19, 2018
@ Participating Farms, Alberta
Monday, August 20, 2018
Reader Rock Garden
Visit Calgary’s most unique cultural landscapes that is also a designated provincial historic site featuring the restored Reader house , rock pathways, bridges, benches and beautiful flowers.
Year Round
@ 325 25 Ave. S.E., Calgary
Tuesday, August 21, 2018
Explore Calgary’s Parks
Calgary is home to some of the great parks including Bowness Park,Carburn Park, Elliston Regional Park, Edworthy Park, Glenmore Parks, and Stanley Park. Explore the walking trails, amble along the river paths, read a book, and picnic at the park.
Year round
@ Various Calgary Parks
Wednesday, August 22, 2018
Bike Calgary
Explore Calgary through Calgary’s extensive bike paths – North America’s most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network. Biking is a great activity to do with kids.
Late Spring to Fall
@ choose the river path you want to follow.
Thursday, August 23, 2018
McDougall Centre
Explore the Renaissance Revival architectural style building in the middle of modern downtown Calgary.
Tuesday to Friday : 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM on Alberta Govt Work days.
@ McDougall Centre, 455 6th St SW, Calgary
Thursday, August 24, 2018
City of Calgary Community Summer Programs
City of Calgary Community Summer Programs offers plenty of free activities throughout the summer days including Live entertainment, face painting, bouncy castles, climbing walls, games, snacks and more!
Various Dates in Summer
@ Various locations, Calgary
Saturday, August 25, 2018
Carifest
Enjoy food, arts and culture of the Caribbean.
August 25, 2018
@ Shaw Millenium Park, Calgary.
Okotoks Chilifest
Take part in western themed activities, live music and entertainment during Okotoks Chilifest. Spice up your weekend with children’s activities, live music, and an outdoor artisan street market!
Ssturay, August 25, 2018 | 11:00AM to 4:00PM
@ Downtown Okotoks
Sunday, August 26, 2018
East Village Junction Pop Up Retail Park
East Village Junction offers lots to love, all summer long: retail therapy, workshops, music, art, and YYC Food Trucks.
Fridays to Sundays & Holiday Mondays from May 18 to September 3, 2018
@ East Village Junction, 439 8 Ave SE, Calgary
Lougheed House Gardens
Take a tour of the Lougheed House Gardens.
Any Day round the year | 7:00 AM until sundown.
@ Lougheed House, Calgary
Monday, August 27, 2018
Cemetery tours
Learn about great Calgarians and their fascinating stories through free guided walking tours of Calgary’s cemetries.
From Spring to Fall
@ St Mary’s Cemetery, Union Cemetery and Burnsland Cemetery.
Tuesday, August 28, 2018
Learn about coins
See the Numismatics Collection – one of the most important numismatic collections in Canada at Nickle Galleries.
Year round. In summer – Tuesday through Friday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
@ Taylor Family Digital Library on the University of Calgary
Wednesday, August 29, 2018
Go Geocaching
Enjoy a fun scavenger hunt across Calgary, find hidden geo caches and discover unique geographical features!
Round the year
@ Various locations, Calgary
Thursday, August 30, 2018
Name the artwork!
Explore City of Calgary’s Public Art collection by going on an artwork tour!
Year round
@Various locations,Calgary
Friday, August 31, 2018
Fiesta Filipino
Revel in the sights and sounds of traditional Filipino festivities, and celebrations showcasing the art, food and culture of Philippines.
August 31 to September 2, 2018
@ Olympic Plaza, Calgary
Saturday, September 1, 2018
BBQ on the Bow
Enjoy live concerts and learn how to make that perfect BBQ during cooking demos at BBQ on the Bow.
September 1 & 2, 2018
@ Montgomery Community Centre, 5003 16th Avenue NW, Calgary
Sunday, September 2, 2018
Pride Parade & Pride in the Park
Join for one of Calgary’s largest FREE outdoor cultural celebrations, immediately following the Pride Parade. Enjoy live music on the main stage, activities for youth and children in the family zone, a cold beer or refreshing cocktail in the Village Brewery Beer Gardens, or get better acquainted with the local community as your browse the marketplace.
September 2, 2018 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
@ Prince’s island Park
Monday, September 3, 2018
A Last Summer Hurrah at the Beach!
Pack the kids and a picnic basket, and head to Sylvan Lake to enjoy the last days of summer holidays at one of the best lakes in Alberta.
Summer @ Sylvan Lake, Alberta
Thanks we miss out on so much but now we can enjoy activities around the city.
Do you have a version of this “Free Family Activities for every day this summer in Calgary” for 2017 – this summer?
Where can I find this same thing for this summer? Please let me know asap. Thank you so much!
Thanks for putting this together. I always consult this website when looking for summer activities for the family. keep cup the good work!