WYD YYC! January 27 – February 2, 2020
Monday, January 27
Servus Union Skate For A Toonie Night
What: Come out to Olympic Oval and enjoy skating down the 450-metre oval ice surface for just $2.
When: Monday, January 27 at 6 PM – 8 PM
Where: Olympic Oval, 288 Collegiate Blvd NW, Calgary
Admission: $2.00 including helmet and skate rentals. Members with Servus Credit Union skate free.
Calgary Zoo Penguin Walk
What: Watch the king penguins waddle through the zoo for a daily enrichment walk.
When: 11:00am (Monday – Sunday) with weather permitting
Where: The Calgary Zoo (outside Penguin Plunge), 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary
Admission: Regular admission applies. Purchase tickets HERE
Wednesday, January 29
Bell Let’s Talk
What: In support of Bell Let’s Talk Day, the National Music Centre has put on a full day of events to help educate and spread awareness on mental health.
When: Wednesday, January 29 at 10am – 5pm
Program Breakdown:
10 am – 5 pm: Mental health community exhibition in Canada Music Square (FREE to the public)
12 – 2 pm: NMC President’s Tour with Andrew Mosker, highlighting healing and restorative power of music
3 – 3:30 pm: Kimball Theatre Presentation: Music and Emotions
3:30 – 4 pm: Drum therapy session led by JB Music Therapy (FREE to the public)
Where: Studio Bell at the National Music Centre, 850 4 St SE, Calgary
Admission: Regular admission applies
$5 Laser City
What: Enjoy $5 laser games at Laser City every Wednesday and Thursday evenings.
When: Wednesday, January 29 and Thursday January 30 at 4:30pm – 9pm
Where: Laser City, #125, 572 Aero Dr NE
Admission: $5/game
Thursday, January 30
Calgary RV Expo
What: Looking for your dream RV? Check out the 2020 Calgary RV Expo to meet sellers and experts in the industry.
When: Thursday, January 30: 1pm – 10pm
Friday, January 31, 10am – 9pm
Saturday, Feburary 1, 9am – 9pm
Sunday, Febuary 2, 10am – 4pm
Where: BMO Centre – Stampede Park, 20 Roundup Way SW, Calgary
Admission: Adult: $15.00
Senior: $11.00 (60+)
Youth: $7.00 (13 to 17 Years Old)
Family: $37.00 (2 Adults & 2 Youth)
Children: 12 Years Old & Under – Free
Friday, January 31
Story Time & Crafts at Deerfoot City
What: In partnership with Calgary Public Library, Deerfoot City has planned a fun friday morning with activities such as stories, singing, crafts and more. Recommended for children ages 2 – 5 however all is welcome.
When: Fridays January 31 – March 27 at 10:30AM – 11:30AM
Where: Deerfoot City (Food Lodge), 901 64 Ave NE, Calgary
Admission: FREE
Family Fridays at the TELUS Spark
What: Looking for ways to spend Friday evenings with the family? TELUS Spark is offering $5 admission rates for all children under 17 years of age to enjoy with the whole family. Get dinner, explore the science centre and enjoy spending family time together.
When: Fridays, January 31 – February 7 at 4pm – 9pm
Where: TELUS Spark Science Centre, 220 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary
Admission: All children under 17 years old get into TELUS Spark for just $5
Saturday, February 1
Millican Ogden Lego Contest:
What: The Millican Ogden Community Association Annual Lego Building Contest is back on for another year of masterpiece built by local Lego artists of all ages. Come in during their public viewing time to view the lego creations, participate in their craft centre and mystery or team-building contest.
When: Saturday, February 1 at 12pm – 2pm
Where: Millican Ogden Community Association, 6901 20A St SE, Calgary
Admission: FREE. To participate, learn more HERE
YYC Hot Chocolate Fest
What: The month of February doesn’t just mean Valentine’s Day! Every February, local participating cafes, restaurants and chocolatiers compete for the title YYC’s Best Hot Chocolate, Best Spirit Chocolate and Cup That Runneth Over Award. The public is invited to test out participating location’s hot chocolate and vote online for their favourites. Partial proceeds from each drink sold go to Calgary Meals on Wheels!
When: Saturday, February 1 – Saturday, February 29
Where: Various locations across Calgary
Additional Info: To learn more, click HERE
Sunday, February 2
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
Additional Information: FREE