Weekend activities, indoor rainy-day spots, dad groups, and everything a Calgary father needs to make this weekend count.
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The Calgary Public Library has free museum passes you can borrow at any branch. Free entry to Telus Spark, Glenbow, Military Museums, and more. Your wallet will thank you.
Ten great ways to be the fun parent this weekend.
Interactive science fun for all ages, dad-kid workshops, dome theatre. The kind of place where you learn something and pretend you already knew it.
Year-round family favourite. ZOOLIGHTS in winter, Dinosaurs Alive in summer. Penguins are always a hit.
Steam train rides, pioneer village, Gasoline Alley vintage car museum. Your kid won't care about history until they ride a train.
Western Canada's largest outdoor amusement park. Open May to October. The bumper cars alone are worth the drive.
One of North America's largest urban parks. Prairie trails, stunning city views, off-leash dog areas. Pack snacks. You'll be there a while.
Shop local, grab brunch, kids love the samples. Two locations. Go hungry.
Planes, helicopters, flight simulators. Dads get in free on Father's Day. The rest of the year you'll happily pay.
Tanks, weapons displays, galleries. Great for history-loving dads and kids. You'll spend longer here than you planned.
One of Canada's largest urban parks. Trails, picnic spots, nature programs. Bring a frisbee and a thermos.
Wave pool, waterslides, gym, indoor playground. The wave pool wins every single time.
You don't have to figure it all out alone. These organizations have your back.
Mentor a young person who needs a positive role model. One of the best things you can do with your time.
bbbscalgary.caMonthly support group for fathers of children on the spectrum. A room full of dads who get it.
Provincial fathering workshops, resources, and community events. Good people doing good work.
Resources and workshops for new and experienced dads. Nobody hands you a manual — these folks help fill the gap.
No planning required. Just show up.
NW: Edworthy Park · NE: Prairie Winds Park · SW: Sandy Beach Park · SE: Elliston Park
Telus Spark, Southland Leisure Centre, Shawnessy YMCA, Regal Cat Cafe, any Calgary Public Library branch. Rain is just an excuse to go somewhere cool.
Prince's Island Park, Fish Creek Provincial Park, Bowness Park, any of Calgary's 22 public library branches, community playground hopping. Zero dollars, maximum dad points.
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