Calgary 
A list of 30+ FREE fun things to do in and around Calgary in February including free Family Day activities, places to visit, live music, and more!
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St. Patrick's Island, Calgary
December 5, 2019 To March 13, 2020
Free
Try your hand at one of Canada's most beloved winter sports! Playing outside this winter on the synthetic curling sheet on St. Patrick's Island. Play solo or ... »
Leighton Art Centre, 144 Street West, Millarville
January 11, 2020 To February 15, 2020
4039313633
Admission by donation
Back for its sixth year, Youth Works features artwork by local high school students. This year’s theme is photo-synthesize; students will make use of photography – as ... »
Contemporary Calgary, 701 11 Street Southwest, Calgary
January 23, 2020 To March 15, 2020
Free
Please join us for the opening reception of our latest exhibitions; Planetary and Luke Jerram’s Museum of the Moon. Planetary & Luke Jerram’s Museum of ... »
Various Venues, Calgary
January 30, 2020 To February 1, 2020
Free and ticketed
Presented by EMMEDIA, this unique three-day festival celebrates the critical innovation and creativity present in the media arts community. An art form that by its very nature ... »
WinSport's Canada Olympic Park, 88 Canada Olympic Rd. SW, Calgary
January 31, 2020 To February 2, 2020
Free and Ticketed areas
Join us for one of the most exciting events on Canadian soil this winter!Winsport’s Canada Olympic Park in Calgary, we will welcome the world’s ... »
Various Venues, Calgary
January 31, 2020 To February 29, 2020
Free & Ticketed Events
2020 marks the sixteenth edition of the annual Exposure Photography Festival and promises an exciting program, with festival headquarters located at Contemporary Calgary. Look for our outdoor exhibition, ... »
Books Between Friends Bookstore, 3434 34 Ave NE, Calgary
January 31, 2020 To February 2, 2020
403.258.0819
Free
Choose from over 40,000 books and fill your bookshelves with hours and hours of reading fun. Great prices for everything in stock (ie: pocket books $1, hard cover $2 and ... »
Marlborough Mall, 433 Marlborough Way Northeast, Calgary
February 1, 2020
Free
Experience an African-inspired showcase in celebration of Black History Month at Marlborough Mall in partnership with 10 at 10 Calgary. 10 at 10 is an event and media platform dedicated to ... »
The Blackboard Gallery, #225, 1721 29th Avenue Southwest, Calgary
February 1, 2020 To March 28, 2020
4033055341
Free
The Blackboard Gallery Presents: Melanie Figueroa depicts the authentic chaos and fleeting calm of urban life with everyday intensity. Capturing scenes of familiarity, Melanie’s paintings evoke ... »
Kids & Company Airdrie, 800 Yankee Valley Blvd SW, Airdrie
February 1, 2020
403 980 7717
FREE
Join us for a FREE Family Fun Day on Saturday February 1st! Escape the cold and join us for our Family Fun Day! This public event celebrates ... »
The CORE, 324 8 Ave SW, Calgary
February 1, 2020 To February 29, 2020
4038092159
Free
Throughout the month of February, visit The CORE to snap a pic with its highly Instagrammable Valentine’s Day display located on the 2nd floor bridge near ... »
Schanks Sports Grill, Macleod Trail, Calgary
February 3, 2020
$100
“Brain Freeze Trivia Night” is back and ready to hit you harder than a headache after chugging an entire Slurpee in 5 seconds flat! Hosted by fan favourite ... »
Canada's Sports Hall of Fame, 169 Canada Olympic Road Southwest, Calgary
February 5, 2020
FREE
Come join us for a FREE evening at Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. Explore the 12 galleries at your own leisure, take a photo with an ‘88 Olympic ... »
Glenbow Museum, 130 9th Avenue Southeast, Calgary
February 6, 2020
Free
It’s time for the February edition of FREE FIRST THURSDAY NIGHTS! Presented by Servus Credit Union. Free Admission from 5pm – 9pm on the first Thursday of ... »
Spruce Meadows, Spruce Meadows Way Southwest, Calgary
February 7, 2020 To February 9, 2020
Free
The first show jumping event of the Winter Series, the February Classic I takes to the indoor comfort of the Spruce Meadows Equi-Plex. The February Classic I ... »
Knoxville's Tavern, 840 9 Ave SW, Calgary
February 7, 2020
Free RSVP - valid till 1030pm
Young Bombs are a Canadian EDM duo currently signed to Astralwerks. The duo is based in Vancouver and it is composed of DJ/producers, Tristan Norton and ... »
Westgate Community Hall, 4943 8 Ave SW, Calgary
February 8, 2020
FREE
Enjoy fireworks, family skate, crafts for kids and more! »
Glenbow Museum, 130 9th Avenue Southeast, Calgary
February 8, 2020
Free
Be among the first to see the street photography of the enigmatic Vivian Maier. Vivian Maier’s life has proven to be one of the most enduring ... »
Olympic Plaza, 228 8 Ave SE, Calgary
February 9, 2020
FREE
Come join us in your kilt – skate skate skate. The event is a chance to nurture your inner Scot, come to a skating party with a spirit ... »
The CORE Shopping Centre, 333 7th Avenue Southwest, Calgary
February 10, 2020 To February 21, 2020
4039661895
Free
From February 10-21, enjoy an immersive tennis experience including instruction from some of the top tennis professionals in Canada at The CORE Shopping Centre. As part of ... »
WinSport Canada Olympic Park, 88 Canada Olympic Road SW, Calgary
February 12, 2020 To February 16, 2020
Free
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 ... »
Memorial Park Library, 1221 2 Street Southwest, Calgary
February 12, 2020
506-450-4251
Free
Join Laura Trethewey at Calgary’s Memorial Park Library for a launch of her debut non-fiction title The Imperilled Ocean, a deeply reported work of narrative journalism ... »
Central Calgary Public Library, 800 3 St SE, Calgary
February 12, 2020
Free
Are you taking care of your aging parents while also supporting your children? If so, this FREE in-person financial class is for you! What you’ll learn: – ... »
Various Venues, Calgary
February 13, 2020 To February 17, 2020
Mostly Free
Cyclepalooza... Winter edition. 4 Days of Winter Bike Fun. »
Premiere Best Western, 1316 33 St NE, Calgary
February 13, 2020
Free
Attend Canada’s largest destination wedding & honeymoon expo which happens but once a year! The Romance Travel Show is Canada’s first and largest destination wedding ... »
Downtown, Calgary, AB
February 14, 2020 To February 16, 2020
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. »
Best Western Plus Village Park Inn, Crowchild Trail Northwest, Calgary
February 14, 2020 To February 16, 2020
Free
Silver Street Jewellers is on our way back – with more stock than ever, giving us a selection that is unrivaled in Canada. Thousands of unique and one ... »
Calgary Farmers' Market, 510 77 Ave SE, Calgary
February 14, 2020
403-240-9113
Free
Join us for an unBEETable Valentine’s Day that’s fun for the whole family! XOXO Photo Booth, Chocolate Dipped Treats, Balloons and More: -Have our professional ... »
Evergreen Community Park, 1150 Everridge Drive Southwest, Calgary
February 15, 2020
FREE/$10
The Calgary Evergreen Community Association is holding their 2020 Winter Festival. Join us for skating, horse-drawn wagon rides, winter activities, hot chocolate, snow sculpture contest and the puck ... »
Lougheed House, 707 - 13 Ave SW, Calgary
February 15, 2020
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 ... »
The Royal Tyrrell Museum, 1500 North Dinosaur Trail, Drumheller
February 15, 2020 To February 17, 2020
Free on Family Day
Join us February 15 - 17, 2020 for some family fun as we celebrate Family Day Weekend with programs, activities, and more! »
Bow Habitat Station, 1440 17a St SE, Calgary
February 15, 2020
403-297-6561
Free activities outdoors, $5 (+tax) per person indoor.
Kick off Alberta’s Family Fishing Weekend with FREE outdoor family fun and reduced admission to our Discovery Centre. The Sam Livingston Fish Hatchery will be OPEN ... »
Foothills Centennial Centre, Community Way, Okotoks
February 15, 2020
Free
A Blend of Summers Favourite Farmers Market Vendors in an exhilarating Winter Atmosphere. Celebrate Family Day Long Weekend with us! Over 60+ Vendors from Southern Alberta including: Okotoks, ... »
Calgary Evergreen Community Association, 1150 Everridge Dr SW, Calgary
February 15, 2020
Free
Come and join in the fun at the Evergreen Winter Festival! Horse drawn sleigh rides are free for CECA members, and there will be many activities to ... »
4th Street BIA, 1711 4 St SW, Calgary
February 16, 2020
Free
Join the 4th Street BIA and the City of Calgary for this FREE family-friendly event! We are celebrating winter fun and Family Day in Alberta with plenty ... »
South Glenmore Park, 8415 24 St SW, Calgary
February 16, 2020
Free
Live DJ, fire pits, snow shoe rentals and much more creative activities will ensure to keep all members of the family outdoors and active this Family Day ... »
6 Copperstone Way Southeast, Calgary
February 16, 2020
Free
Come and celebrate winter and Valentine's Day at this family-friendly event! Enjoy skating and tobogganing (weather dependent), and head inside the hall for hot chocolate, crafts, carnival ... »
Okotoks Recreation Centre, 99 Okotoks Dr, Okotoks
February 17, 2020
FREE
The Okotoks Recreation Centre will be offering FREE activities all day long! *Free Leisure Skating *Free Family Aquafitness *Free Family Swimming *Free Public Gymnasium Who is it ... »
Eau Claire Market, 200 Barclay Parade Southwest, Calgary
February 17, 2020
403-268-6642
Free
Spend family day with us at Eau Claire Market! This free, family event includes a Care Bear Dance Party, children’s crafts, face painting, balloon animals, carnival ... »
Vivo, 11950 Country Village Link NE, Calgary
February 17, 2020
403.532.1013
Free
Kids friendly event! Join us in LEGO Olympics where you can try various fun and challenging tasks by competing with others in your age group. Too young ... »
Various Arenas, Calgary
February 17, 2020
311
Free
Free Public Skating at select City arenas from 1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. Bring your own skates & helmets to participate. »
Trico Centre For Family Wellness, Bonaventure Drive Southeast, Calgary
February 17, 2020
Free
Join Shine FM & AM 700 The Light at Trico Centre February 17th for the BIGGEST Family Day party of the year! It’s a free party with ... »
Olympic Oval University of Calgary, 2500 University Dr NW, Calgary
February 17, 2020
Free
The Servus Free Family Day Skate returns to the Olympic Oval this season in celebration of the provincial Family Day holiday. It is mandatory that all skaters ... »
Calgary Church of Christ, 4030 Maryvale Dr NE, Calgary
February 17, 2020
403.228.3373
Free
Join us as we kick off the Year of the Rat. The Rat is the first in the Chinese Zodiac. Create your own ‘Stuffie Rat Puppet’ with ... »
The Central Library, 800 3 St SE, Calgary
February 17, 2020
Free
Get cozy in your pajamas this Family Day at Central Library. Join us for a cartoon marathon, special storytime, pop-up performances, crafts, treats, and more. Don't forget ... »
Calgary Public Library, 800 3 St SE, Calgary
February 17, 2020
Free
Visit any library location on Monday, February 17, from 12 – 5pm for free, family fun! enjoy pop-up performance, board games, crafts, treats, a citywide storytime at 1:30 pm, and so ... »
cSPACE King Edward, 1721 29 Ave SW, Calgary
February 18, 2020
5873910129
Free for Members, By donation for General Public
BRIGHT NIGHTS YYC A conversation with Bill Morton and Judy Allen Free for Members By Donation for General Public Join us for a conversation with artists and ... »
Humainologie Gallery + Store, 1514 7 Street Southwest, Calgary
February 20, 2020
By Donation
Meet several Calgarians who have been able to maintain a life in Calgary while serving the international community. Find out how they got started, the challenges, rewards, ... »
Spruce Meadows, Spruce Meadows Way Southwest, Calgary
February 21, 2020 To February 23, 2020
Free
The show jumping events of the Classic Series, the February Classic takes to the indoor comfort of the Spruce Meadows Equi-Plex. The February Classic is a excellent ... »
Engineered Air Theatre, 234 9 Ave SE, Calgary
February 21, 2020 To February 22, 2020
4032949494
Free
Curated and Hosted by Mel Vee The margins of the Black community move to the front and center as the We Gon Be Alright Cabaret highlights the ... »
Saturday Jam Session
Come check out Kawa’s Saturday afternoon jam session! The jam is open to all ages and levels of experience.
Saturdays | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM @ Kawa Espresso Bar, 1333 8th Street SW, Calgary
Enjoy Winter in Calgary
Go outdoor skating, tobogganing, snowshoeing at the many locations in Calgary.
Esker Foundation
Esker Foundation provides free public programming to encourage participation and to increase accessibility to contemporary art. Programs are created in response to, and in tandem with the current exhibitions. There is a free program/workshop every week.
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