Thursday, December 26, 2019
A Christmas Carol
What: Ebenezer Scrooge is back at it again! The spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Future are here to shake Mr. Ebenezers cold hearted ways away!
When: December 26-28, 2019
Where: Arts Commons, Max Bell Theatre, 220 – 9 Avenue SE, Calgary
Tickets: Use promo code: CAROLBOGO to get BOGO free tickets on Dec. 26-28 or on Dec. 27 see the relaxed performance of A Christmas Carol for $50
Christmas Lights at Spruce Meadows
What: Scared of the cold? Stay warm in your car as you explore the 2 km drive through Spruce Meadows Christmas light display. With over a quarter-million lights on display, I’m sure you’ll be amazed.
When: December 8, 2019 and January 5, 2020 from 5-10 PM
Where: Spruce Meadows, 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW, Calgary
Admission: FREE
Horsin’ Around Christmas Sleigh Rides
What: Add flare to your holiday fun with horse sleigh rides and heartwarming hot chocolate beside the campfire. Get a picture with Santa on a sleigh.
When: December 26, 28 & 29 from 10 AM – 4 PM
Where: Horsin Around, 3729 – 146 Ave SW, Calgary
Admission: Adult ($20) and Child ($15)
Noel Christmas Light Park and Market
What: One of a kind indoor light park and market with Santa and his elves present. Enjoy delicious Food Trucks, heartwarming beverages, interesting gifts and more.
When: December 23- 31, 2019
Where: Nutrien Western Event Centre, 1410 Olympic Way SE, Calgary
Admission: Family (2 Adults/3 Children) $59.99, Senior (65+), Student and Child (6-15), Adult (16+) $19.99 & Child (5 & under) FREE
Sunday, December 28
Kid’s Day at Landmark Cinemas
What: Who doesn’t love a movie day? Kids 13 and under can enjoy a movie and a snack pack (popcorn, drink and choice of treat) for $13.49.
When: Sundays
Where: Landmark Cinemas, Calgary
Admission: Regular admission applies for adults
Sunday Funday at Devonian Gardens
What: Come out to Calgary’s indoor garden for some family fun activities. Check out the Family Fun Room while visiting the Devonian Gardens and partake in activities such as puzzles, colouring, games and books.
When: Sundays at 12 – 3 PM
Where: Devonian Gardens – 8 Ave & 2 St SW, Calgary
Admission: FREE
Monday, December 30
Joso’s $5 Family Mondays
What: For just $5 and a food donation, families up to 3 children can come out to the play centre for some fun family time.
When: Mondays at 9 AM – 4 PM
Where: Joso’s Play and Learn Centre – Unit 505 – 722 85th Street SW, Calgary
Admission: $5.00 and a food donation
Tuesday, December 31, 2019
Noon Year’s Eve at the TELUS Spark
What: Got young children or can’t stay up until midnight? Celebrate with the TELUS Spark as they countdown to noon for the new year. When the clock hits noon, celebrate with a bubble wrap dance floor, explosive hydrogen balloons and confetti cannons.
When: December 31, 2019 at 10am – 5pm (countdown starts at 11:45am)
Where: TELUS Spark Science Centre – 220 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary
Additional info: Regular admission applies.
City of Calgary Leisure Centre New Year’s Eve Day Pool Party
What: Ring in 2020 with a pool party countdown! Head down to Southland Leisure Centre or Village Square Leisure Centre with the whole family for some fun in the water with a DJ spinning tunes.
When: December 31, 2019 at 6-8pm (Southland Leisure Centre) and 4-6pm (Village Square Leisure Centre)
Where: Southland Leisure Centre – 2000 Southland Drive SW, Calgary and Village Square Leisure Centre – 2623 56st NE, Calgary
Additional info: Regular admission applies
New Year’s Eve Party at the Central Library
What: Join the Central Library in ringing the new year with an afternoon countdown, family-friendly performance, activities, games and a dance party.
When: December 31, 2019 at 12 – 4pm
Where: Central Library – 800 3rd St SE, Calgary
New Year’s Eve Party at Studio Bell
What: For only $10, celebrate the new year at Studio Bell with a family-friendly games room, family sing-a-long and build your own festive noisemaker. The countdown starts at 8 PM.
When: December 31, 2019 at 5 – 9 PM.
Where: Studio Bell – National Music Centre, 850 4 Street SE, Calgary
Additional Information: $10 admission fee
Noon Year’s Eve at Southcentre Mall
What: Families with children ages 0 -12 are encouraged to come out to Southcentre Mall to celebrate the new year with fun daytime activities. Countdown with a midday balloon drop.
When: December 31, 2019 at 10am – 12:30pm
Where: Southcenter Mall, 100 Anderson Rd SE, Calgary