Calgary Attractions

Spark After Dark: So Robot
2023-08-11 18:00 - 2023-08-12 00:00 UTC | TELUS Spark Science Centre, 220 St. George's Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 5T2, Canada
Get plugged into robots and technology at the hot-bot summer edition of Spark After Dark!
On August 11, Spark transforms into a super-robo adults-only party! From 6:00 PM to midnight, Spark is the place to plug-in, feel the electricity, get recharged and take a byte out of science! Experience technology at the best science party around, with a feature cocktail, tech-infused experiences, talks from industry experts and (of course) LOTS of robots.
What can you expect from an 18+ night at the science centre?

The entire science centre is open for adults only!
Get crazy with the Kilobots and watch the robotic competitors of the Kilobots Canadian National Championships.
Learn about technology, robotics and engineering from industry experts.
Feel the solar power with the University of Calgary Solar Car, as well dancing vehicles from Tesla.
Discover the possibilities of technology and watch a robot create art in the Creative Kids Museum.
Stand up to a life-size robot from the University of Calgary’s Robotarium Lab.
Feel all of those algo-rhythms on the dance floor with music from a live DJ.
Enjoy full-service bars, the night’s feature cocktail and out-of-this-world treats from Astronaut Ice Cream café.

Heritage Day Tea
2023-08-07 11:30 - 15:30 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Join us for a delightful Heritage Day Tea to celebrate our rich cultural heritage together! Come and enjoy your freshly brewed cup of tea complemented by gourmet finger sandwiches and delicious pastries from the Alberta Bakery!
Date: August 7, 2023
Sittings: 11:30 am, 12pm, 1:15pm, 1:45pm, 3pm and 3:30 pm
Location: Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women
Ages 12+: $45.95 plus GST
Ages 3-11: $28.95 plus GST
To book your seat, call Guest Services at 403.268.8500
Important Additional Information

Admission to the Historical Village is included with tickets.
Escape Annual Members get a 10% discount on Heritage Day Tea!

Heritage Day Tea Menu
Petit Finger Sandwiches
Smoked Salmon With Lemon Aioli
Roast Beef and Horseradish Mayonnaise
Asparagus With Herbed Cream Cheese Roll-ups
Maple Glazed Smoked Ham With Aged Cheddar

Petit Pastries
Chocolate and Pistachio Macarons
Pecan Pie Tarts
Mini Berry Pavlova
European Squares

Currant and Saskatoon Berry Biscuits
Heritage cream and preserves
Fresh berries
Drinks
Freshly Brewed Tea
Lemonade

Heritage Day
2023-08-07 10:00 - 17:00 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Celebrate Western Canada’s unique and rich cultural heritage this Heritage Day at the Park, a place that brings history to life! We have lots of special programming planned that we know the whole family will love!

Special Programming
Heritage Challenge
Pick up your Heritage Challenge passport and embark on a thrilling scavenger hunt across the Historical Village! Get your passport stamped at all locations for a chance to win a prize pack and four admission tickets to Heritage Park, so you can step into living history again and again!
Experience the joy of Line dancing! Join us for captivating performances and let the music move you.
Time: 9:30 am – 10:30 am at Plaza and 12 pm -1 pm at Front Street Greenspace
Watch and listen to various styles of Traditional Drum and Dance by Wataga.
Time: 1 pm and 2 pm, Didsbury Bandstand
Join us for a musical journey with Matt Masters at Heritage Plaza for an unforgettable Pop-Up Concert.
Time: 2:50 pm
Experience the rich history of Calgary at the Railway Orientation Center. Immerse yourself in “Harry Rowed: Legacy of a Canadian Photojournalist” and discover captivating stories through powerful imagery. Free admission.
Time: 11am -12:30 pm
Heritage Day Tea
Join us for a delightful Heritage Day Tea to celebrate our rich cultural heritage together! Come and enjoy your freshly brewed cup of tea complemented by gourmet finger sandwiches and delicious pastries from the Alberta Bakery!
Time: 11:30 am – 3:30 pm

Heritage Day Weekend Walking Tours
2023-08-05 11:00 - 2023-08-06 13:00 | Fort Calgary
Fort Calgary is offering two different walking tours over Heritage Day weekend!
THE LAYERED STORIES OF FORT CALGARY – OUTDOOR WALKING TOUR
When: Saturday, August 5
Times offered: 11 am – noon and 1–2 pm
Description: Join us for a fascinating 1-hour outdoor walking tour, as we explore Fort Calgary’s 40 acres of beautiful parkland. Learn about the layered stories rooted in the site and reflect on how these lands relate to the larger history of the creation of the city we now call Calgary. All ages are welcome, and walks take place rain or shine.
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CHINESE-CALGARIAN SETTLER EXPERIENCES – INDOOR WALKING TOUR
When: Sunday, August 6
Times offered: noon – 1 pm
Description: Explore Fort Calgary’s new exhibit, Culture & Kin and learn more about the history of the Chinese-Calgarian community in this enlightening indoor tour! Over the course of an hour, explore the Fort Calgary interpretive centre while learning more about the challenges faced by early Chinese-Calgarians, including the complexities of the Chinese Exclusion Act.
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Barbie: A Cultural Icon At Spark
2023-08-05 09:00 - 2023-09-10 17:00 | TELUS Spark Science Centre, 220 St. George's Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 5T2, Canada
Barbie: A Cultural Icon At Spark

Barbie: A Cultural Icon takes guests from 1959 to present day; examining how pop culture and fashion trends have shaped this global phenomenon. This exhibition celebrates Barbie as a reflection of culture, with exclusive interviews and an up-close look at vintage dolls, career representation, and fashion trends from each era. Today, Barbie is the most diverse doll line in the world, inspiring girls to imagine everything they can become.

Barbie: A Cultural Icon At Spark

Fort Calgary Daily Walking Tours
2023-08-02 13:00 - 14:00 | Fort Calgary
Until the end of October, Fort Calgary is offering daily outdoor walking tours on museum opening days!
FORT CALGARY STORIES
When: August 2 – October 29, Wednesday to Sunday
Time: 1–2 pm
Price: $10 (walking tour only – access to the museum requires additional admission)
Description: Join us for a fascinating 1-hour outdoor walking tour, as we explore Fort Calgary’s 40 acres of beautiful parkland. Learn about the layered stories rooted in the site and reflect on how these lands relate to the larger history of the creation of the city we now call Calgary. Walks take place rain or shine, so come dressed for the weather. Recommended for ages 10 and up.
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Beading Workshop
2023-07-30 10:00 - 17:00 | Fort Calgary
Métis artisan Janis Laboucane will share the history and significance of Métis beading throughout this beginner’s workshop, where you’ll learn to follow a traditional flower pattern for your own beading project. All materials are supplied and yours to take home if you don’t finish the flower during the workshop.
Bring your own lunch with you or add Spolumbo’s lunch to your ticket purchase for an additional $17 and we’ll deliver it.
Date: Sunday, July 30 | 10 am – 5 pm
Cost: $100
Recommended for: ages 16 and up
Parking: paid parking is available

Brokeback Mountain - Screening & Talk
2023-07-29 19:00 - 22:30 | Fort Calgary
Brokeback Mountain – Films at the Fort
This summer, we’re showing our Shot in Alberta film series that offers a modern take on the western genre. Tickets for The Revenant, playing July 28 at 7 pm, are on sale now!
Doors open at 6:30 pm, and the screening kicks off with a brief talk from an expert relating to the film’s subject matter. Every ticket includes popcorn and after-hours admission to the interpretive centre.
There will be alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase.
BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN
Set against the sweeping vistas of Wyoming and Texas, the film tells the story of two young men – a ranch-hand and a rodeo cowboy – who meet in the summer of 1963, and unexpectedly forge a lifelong connection, one whose complications, joys, and tragedies provide a testament to the endurance and power of love.
Director
Ang Lee
Writers
Larry McMurtry | Diana Ossana | Annie Proulx
Actors
Heath Ledger | Jake Gyllenhaal | Anne Hathaway | Michelle Williams
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Flip the Script Exhibition Opening
2023-07-29 12:00 - 18:00 | Fort Calgary
In partnership with ART SPOT, this monumental group exhibition of artistic talent will contribute to the positive change of this historic site. From the unique lens of a local artist, the narrative of Fort Calgary will be broadened into a world of inclusivity through creativity.
The exhibition features more than 150 artists of varying levels of experience — from youth, to emerging, to professional. The free and family-friendly show and sale will include refreshments and music, and many of the artists themselves will be in attendance!
The opening event will run from noon to 6 pm, but the exhibition will be on display until Nov. 9, 2023 at Fort Calgary.
Registration for the opening exhibition opening is not required, but we’d love to know your coming and send you a reminder to join us!

Corks for Conservation
2023-07-28 17:00 - 23:00 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
Visit the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo for an evening of wine tasting, interactive food stations, live music and activities at this Wild After Hours adult-only event. Whether you’re admiring the animals or the lush gardens, the zoo’s vibrant atmosphere makes for a perfect night out with friends or a romantic date. Featuring a wide selection of both Canadian and international wine samples, you’ll have the opportunity to sip and stroll through the entire zoo after hours.
A limited number of VIP tickets are available for an extra-special experience with exclusive add-ons. VIP guests will enjoy access to additional food stations serving delectable bites, premium wine tastings, as well as live music. The VIP experience is hosted by Calgary Co-op Wine Spirits Beer.
When: Friday, July 28, 2023
Time(s): The first timed entry is at 5:00 p.m., last timed entry is from 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Last call will be at 10:30 p.m. and the event ends at 11:00 p.m.
Ticket Price:
Early Bird Ticket Price (before July 15): $79 + GST
Regular Ticket Price: $89 + GST
VIP Early Bird Ticket Price (before July 15): $109 + GST
VIP Ticket Price: $119 + GST
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Many Mothers, Seven Skies
2023-07-21 19:30 - 21:00 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Seven Women. Seven Elders. Women who have endured, loved, lost and celebrated life in their own way.
Hear these women and their experiences and how they came to realize, despite their diversity, their similar concerns about the future of our families, our planet and its people, and the incredible network of life that keeps it all going.
It’s about seeing the world through different eyes, perspectives and focus. This dynamic stage production shifts and changes from scene to scene and voice to voice.
These women work together, through the similarities within their differences, to move forward on healing Mother Earth.
Where: Canmore Opera House

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MG Car Show
2023-07-20 10:00 - 15:00 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Join us and the Calgary MG Car Group for the North American MGB Register for their annual North American Car Show on July 20! Come celebrate the 100th anniversary of MG Cars, a small British vehicle with a rich history. You will even get a chance to see a classic 1979 MGB , which was featured in the James Bond movie, ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’.
The car show will be set up on Celebration Field.

Honey Bee Hive Tours
2023-07-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Don your beekeeping suit and venture into a live beehive in the Historical Village to explore the colours and textures of fresh honeycombs, uncover the captivating lives of honey bees and take home your own honeycomb piece as a unique souvenir. Get your tickets today and come experience Calgary’s best hive tour!
Where: Millarville Ranchers’ Hall and outdoor pen adjacent to the Livingstone House
Important Additional Booking Information

All tickets are final sale unless the event is cancelled by Heritage Park.
For ages 10 and up, minors must be accompanied by an adult. For every two minors, one adult must accompany them.
Dress in comfortable closed-toe walking shoes, long pants and wear a hat. Please bring a water bottle.
Beekeeping suits will be provided.
Parking will be in parking lot beside Millarville Ranchers’ Hall.

Comic Fest for Kids at Calaway Park
2023-07-15 10:00 - 19:00, 2023-07-14 10:00 - 21:00 | Calaway Park, Calaway Park, 245033 Range Road 33, Calgary, Alberta, T3Z 2E9, Canada
CALLING ALL SUPERHEROES! Dress up in your best family friendly costume and be transported to the Calaway Comic Fest for Kids zone. With character meet and greets plus special activities each day, a whole new experience is waiting for you! New in 2023 – Special Guests Global Pet Foods’ SuperDogs will be performing their 15-minute Pawvenger show with your chance to meet these super pups after the show! Stay tuned to calawaypark.com for SuperDogs showtimes and more information. Come experience Calaway Park like you never have before from July 14th to 16th – Open Friday 10am to 9pm, and Saturday & Sunday 10am to 7pm!

The Revenant - Screening & Talk
2023-07-07 19:00 - 22:30 | Fort Calgary
The Revenant – Films at the Fort
We’re excited to announce a new event: FILMS AT THE FORT! This summer, we’re showing our Shot in Alberta film series that offers a modern take on the western genre. Tickets for The Revenant, playing July 7 at 7 pm, are on sale now!
Doors open at 6:30 pm, and the screening kicks off with a brief talk from an expert relating to the film’s subject matter. Every ticket includes popcorn and after-hours admission to the interpretive centre.
There will be alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase.
THE REVENANT
A frontiersman on a fur trading expedition in the 1820s fights for survival after being mauled by a bear and left for dead by members of his own hunting team.
Director
Alejandro G. Iñárritu
Writers
Mark L. Smith | Alejandro G. Iñárritu
Actors
Leonardo DiCaprio | Tom Hardy | Will Poulter
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Family Fun Friday Nights at Calaway Park
2023-07-07 10:00 - 21:00 | Calaway Park, Calaway Park, 245033 Range Road 33, Calgary, Alberta, T3Z 2E9, Canada
Enjoy an extra two hours at Calaway Park on the Friday evenings in July only! Open from 10am to 9pm on July 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, 2023. Experience Calaway Park from 10am to 5pm for regular admission plus GST per person or from 5pm to 9pm for only $25.95 plus GST per person. Don’t miss exclusive magic shows each evening at 6pm and 7:30pm. Enjoy all the family fun of Calaway Park for a bonus two hours!

Music in the Plaza
2023-07-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Discover free live music in Calgary all summer long from the city’s best emerging artists! Watch from the Selkirk’s patio as you enjoy dinner, or explore the shops of the Haskayne Mercantile Block before you setup your lawn chair and enjoy the show with popcorn in hand!

2023-07-01 12:00 - 16:00 | Fort Calgary
Join us for Fort Calgary Canada Day Tours and learn about some of the people and events that helped shape the place we now call Canada. Register for one or both of these informative tours running throughout the day!
THE LAYERED STORIES OF FORT CALGARY: OUTDOOR WALKING TOUR
Saturday, July 1 at 11 am and 1 pm | Free | All ages
Join us for a fascinating one-hour outdoor walking tour, as we explore Fort Calgary’s 40 acres of beautiful parkland. Learn about the layered stories rooted in the site and reflect on how these lands relate to the larger history of the creation of Canada. Walks take place rain or shine, so come dressed for the weather.
CHINESE-CALGARIAN SETTLER EXPERIENCES: INDOOR TOUR
Saturday, July 1 at noon and 3 pm | Free | All ages
Explore Fort Calgary’s newest exhibit, Culture & Kin, and learn more about the history of the Chinese-Calgarian community on this enlightening indoor tour! Your tour guide will lead you through the Fort Calgary Interpretive Centre and share some of the challenges faced by early Chinese-Calgarians, including the complexities of the Chinese Exclusion Act.

Canada Day Tea
2023-07-01 11:30 - 15:30 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Celebrate Canada Day with a cup of tea! Enjoy Canadian-inspired treats and a selection of fine teas with loved ones. Book your table now and come raise a toast to our great nation!
Sittings: 11:30 am, 12, 1:15, 1:45, 3 and 3:30 pm.
Location: Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women
Important Additional Information

Admission to the Historical Village is included.
Please notify Guest Services of any dietary restrictions while booking.
Escape Annual Members get a 10% discount on Canada Day Tea

Canada Day Tea Menu
Petit Finger Sandwiches
Spread Tomato, White Cheddar and Watercress
Mini East Coast Lobster and Shrimp Roll
Montreal Smoked Meat, Dijon Mustard and Pickle
Grilled Asparagus, Serano Ham Pinwheel with Pesto Spread
Petit Pastries
Alberta Bakery Butter Tartlets
Saskatoon Berry Cheese Cake Mousse
Maple Leaf Shortbread Cookies
French Beignets
Buttermilk and Currant Scones
Clotted Cream and Preserves
Fresh Strawberries
Drinks
Freshly Brewed Tea
Lemonade

Canada Day
2023-07-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Join us on Canada Day at Heritage Park to experience the past, celebrate the present and discover the future of this amazing country! Watch as 50 people become Canadians at a citizenship ceremony, enjoy fantastic performances from our friends at GlobalFest, play fun family games and so much more!
TICKET PRICES

Included with regular Historical Village admission

Summer At Spark
2023-07-01 08:00 - 2023-08-18 17:00 | TELUS Spark Science Centre, 220 St. George's Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 5T2, Canada
Spark is putting the SUM in Summer!
Grab some graph paper, Spark is plotting something big! Summer at Spark adds up the best that the science centre has to offer, from new exhibits like Wonderspaces and Sacred Defenders of the Universe, to delicious eats, treats, experiments and events.

Spark has partnered with a #YYC creative icon, PARK™ (Promoting Artists Redefining Kulture), and together, the team is putting the PARK in SPARK!
Explore the newly-renovated Brainasium Outdoor Park, get hands-on in the kids-only Junkyard Playground and visit the Gathering Circle, a place to get together and share Indigenous stories and knowledge.
Spark’s new summer ice cream cone at Astronaut Ice Cream café is Back to the Moon, a tribute to NASA’s Artemis moon missions (vanilla/black chocolate swirl soft-serve + chocolate-dipped cone + sprinkles + strawberry sauce + Artemis 1 cookie + vanilla pretzel clusters).
Try the cool new drinks from Astronaut Ice Cream café, including the Matcha Ray Burst (Matcha green tea + yuzu + marmalade + whipping cream) and Yuzu Italian Soda Float (soda + yuzu + marmalade + vanilla soft serve).
Enjoy all the science-infused experiences at Spark, from the Sacred Defenders of the Universe digital immersion experience, to Wonderspaces, Birdly and Pixelarius VR.
Become immersed in 360-degree science films in the Infinity Dome, including the newly launched Great Bear Rainforest (on until September 8).
Hear from Parks Canada about the use of prescribed forest fires and the story of conserving Whitebark Pines!
August is Hot-Bot Summer, where guests can learn about all things robot during the next Spark After Dark: So Robot on August 11.
Cheer on your favourite robot destructor as Spark hosts the Kilabots National Championship on August 12-13.
Get that summer shopping fix inside the one-stop science shop at the Spark Store.
Plus so much more!

This summer, add up moments that are as right as a 90° angle with Spark!

Prince House Lawn Dinner
2023-06-30 18:15 - 21:15 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Immerse yourself in an Edwardian garden party and dinner on the Prince House lawn. Dress up, delight in hors d’oeuvres, drinks, lawn games, and explore the iconic Prince House. Indulge in an opulent dinner meticulously crafted by our culinary team. Prepare for an unforgettable evening of decadence!

Tea on the Verandah
2023-06-25 11:30 - 15:30 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
You’ve been cordially invited to join us for Tea on the Verandah! Come enjoy a soothing cup of tea and savour delicious finger sandwiches along with gourmet pastries fresh from the Alberta Bakery.
Additional Booking Information

Escape Annual Members get a 10% discount on Tea on the Verandah
Admission to the Historical Village is included with Tea on the Verandah

Tea on the Verandah Menu
Petit Finger Sandwiches
House-Made Gravlax Pinwheel With Lemon Pepper Aioli
Honey-Cured Ham With Aged Cheddar
Smoked Turkey Breast With Whipped Cranberry and Brie Spread
Cucumber Herb Dill Cream Cheese
Petit French Pastries
Vanilla Cream Puff
French Macaron
Butter Pecan Tarts
European Squares
Buttermilk and White Chocolate Red Currant Scones
Heritage Cream, Preserves and Seasonal Berries
Drinks
Freshly Brewed Tea
Lemonade

Market Nights at Heritage Park
2023-06-24 15:00 - 21:00 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Night Markets Return to Heritage Park!
Thousands of people come to shop at Heritage Park every year – and now we’re bringing the market to you!
Starting June 24, the Heritage Plaza and promenade in the front parking lots will be taken over by our vendors. Shop our local vendors, explore the shops in the Plaza, grab a bite to eat and be entertained!
We’re excited to show you all we have to offer every Saturday night from June 24 until Sept. 2.
Location: The Plaza at Heritage Park
Market Hours: 3 – 9pm
Admission: FREE!
We’re always looking for vendors, please contact nightmarket@heritagepark.ca for more info!

Gorilla Breakfast
2023-06-24 07:30 - 09:30 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
Bring your family and friends down for a fun and educational morning at the zoo! Enjoy a scrumptious pancake breakfast with a side of gorilla facts from the zoo’s Animal Care, Health & Welfare technicians, followed by an exclusive visit to see the troop.

Selkirk Lobster Boil
2023-06-23 18:00 - 22:00 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Calling all seafoodies! Don’t miss the ultimate East Coast meets West Coast dining experience at Heritage Park’s Lobster Boil! Gather your loved ones and prepare to indulge in expertly cooked lobster along with other mouthwatering seafood creations crafted by our world-class culinary team in the exclusive Founder’s Lounge patio. You’ll leave with a full stomach and a smile on your face!
To buy tickets, call Guest Services at 403.268.8500
Where: Founder’s Lounge Patio
Times: Cocktails at 6 pm, meal service at 7 pm

Selkirk Lobster Boil Menu
Chilled Seafood Station
East and West Coast Shucked Oysters
Horseradish and Mignonette Sauce
Chilled Mussels
East Coast Crab Cakes with Black Garlic Aioli
Tabasco and Lemon Wedges

Family-Style Dinner
1 ¼ lb Whole Lobster
Roasted Cauliflower Salad
Citrus Fennel Salad
Orzo Arugula Pesto Salad
Corn on the Cob
Butter Poached Rainbow Potatoes
Grilled Asparagus
Fleur de Sel Butter and Grilled Lemon Halves
Alberta Bakery Brioche Buns and Sourdough Bread

Dessert Bar
Crème Fraiche Cheesecake
Valrhona Dark Chocolate Mousse with Sour Cherries
Mini Strawberry Shortcake
Mini Panna Cotta
French Macaron
Canadian Cheese Board and Crisps

Drinks
Locally-Roasted Coffee and a Selection of Herbal Tea
Cash Bar Featuring Themed Cocktails, Local Craft Beer and Cider
Selection of Curated Wines

Grazers Dining Series with El Tequileno Tequila
2023-06-23 17:00 - 21:30 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada

WildScapes Gardener's Tour
2023-06-22 09:30 - 10:30 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
Calling all green thumbs (and aspiring green thumbs)! Discover the secrets of successful gardening in Calgary’s unique climate zones during an exciting one-hour journey through the Dorothy Harvie Gardens with the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo’s experienced horticulture staff.

National Indigenous Peoples Day
2023-06-21 10:00 - 17:00 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day at Heritage Park! We have tons of special programming and events happening all day and can’t wait for you to join us!
National Indigenous Peoples Day Programming
Indigenous Games
Time: 1 – 4 pm
Location: First Nations Encampment
Indigenous Dancers
Time: 1 – 4 pm
Location: First Nations Encampment
Tipi Exploration
Explore several Tipis along our Promenade and learn more about them from our friendly interpreters.
Time: 10 am – 12 pm and 4 – 5 pm
Location: The Promenade
Campfire Chats: A Celebration of Indigenous Music
Indigenous peoples across Canada have a culturally rich, diverse and immersive history of both traditional and contemporary music. In honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, Heritage Park is proud to host the University of Calgary’s eighth annual Campfire Chats event.
Join us in a celebration of Indigenous culture through live music and performances. Performers include Craig Ginn, Métis recording artist and UCalgary professor, Olivia Tail Feathers, traditional singer/songwriter from the Blood Tribe/Kainai Nation, Sandra Sutter, Cree Métis recording artist, and Rod Hunter and his drum group Eya-Hey Nakoda from Stoney Nakoda Nation.
