Calgary Attractions

Métis Beaded Earring Workshop
2025-06-22 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5E1, Canada
When: Sunday, June 22 | 10 am – 5 pm
Cost: $100 (plus fees)
Ages: 16+
This summer, get creative with a hands-on beading workshop where you’ll craft your very own strawberry earrings! Guided by Métis artisan Janis Laboucane, you’ll not only learn the basics of beadwork but also explore the rich cultural history and meaning behind Métis beading traditions. Perfect for beginners, this workshop offers step-by-step instruction as you follow a beautiful strawberry pattern. All materials are provided and yours to keep, so you can continue at home if you don’t finish during the session.
Bring your own lunch with you or add Spolumbo’s lunch to your ticket purchase for an additional $17 and we’ll deliver it day-of.

Family Fun Hour: T is for Tree
2025-06-22 13:00 - 14:00 | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5E1, Canada
When: Sunday, June 22 | 1-2 pm
Cost: $15 per adult (plus fees), $5 per child (plus fees), free admission for infants 3 and under
Ages: Toddler to age 11
Get ready to play, create, and explore together! Each week brings a new theme packed with hands-on activities for kids ages toddler to 11. There’s always something exciting to discover—come join the fun! June’s theme is gardens, and each week we will explore something new!
This week, come learn about trees! Help us explore the gentle giants of the garden world with tree-inspired crafts and activities.
Admission to The Confluence Cultural Centre is included in the ticket price.

Queer Prom at The Confluence: Gothic Glam
2025-06-27 19:00 - 2025-06-28 01:00 | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5E1, Canada
When: Friday, June 27 | 7 pm – 1 am
Cost: $0-$50 (see Ticket Prices below)
Ages: 16+
Did you miss out on a much-deserved, authentic queer prom experience? Or Did you miss out on a much-deserved, authentic queer prom experience? Or maybe you’re looking for the perfect event to celebrate pride and community in a 2SLGBTQIA+ friendly environment this June? Join us for the 2nd annual QUEER PROM at The Confluence on Friday, June 27!
Queer Prom at The Confluence is a celebration of resilience, diversity, and community. Come and be a part of something special as we dance, laugh, and celebrate together. Let’s make memories that will last a lifetime!
This year, the theme is GOTHIC GLAM! Put together your best looks giving all things goth and vampy as we recreate all the magic of a perfect Prom night for 16+ members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies. We’re also excited to welcome special guests Karla Marx as Queer Prom’s host and performer, and local DJ MollyFi will headline the tunes to keep you dancing all night long!

Outdoor Scavenger Hunt
2025-06-28 11:30 - 12:30 | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5E1, Canada
When: Saturday, June 28 | 11:30 am-12:30 pm
Cost: $25 per team (max. 5 players per team)
Ages: 13+
Embark on an enriching adventure across The Confluence parkland! Put your local history knowledge to the test in this outdoor scavenger hunt that will take you across all 40 acres of land at the confluence of the Bow and Elbow rivers. Bring your most quick-witted family, friends or colleagues to explore the grounds, solve riddles, and have a chance at the grand prize of a private movie screening in the Burnswest Theatre!
Think you have what it takes to win? Register your team and join the hunt at The Confluence!

Please note: This program requires large amounts of walking over uneven terrain and may be difficult for those with disabilities and small children.

Family Fun Hour: Art in the Garden
2025-06-29 13:00 - 14:00 | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5E1, Canada
When: Sunday, June 29 | 1-2 pm
Cost: $15 per adult (plus fees), $5 per child (plus fees), free admission for infants 3 and under
Ages: Toddler to age 11
Get ready to play, create, and explore together! Each week brings a new theme packed with hands-on activities for kids ages toddler to 11. There’s always something exciting to discover—come join the fun! June’s theme is gardens, and each week we will explore something new!
This week, come make some garden art! Come create an art project that you can add to your garden at home.
Admission to The Confluence Cultural Centre is included in the ticket price.

Canada Day at The Confluence
2025-07-01 10:00 - 22:00 | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5E1, Canada
Commemorate Canada Day with a full day of free family-friendly fun, including new exhibits, crafts and games, walking tours, trivia and a trip to our pet-friendly patio experience in the evening!

See below for the detailed schedule of all activities happening onsite.

Free Cultural Centre Admission (10 am – 5 pm)
Canadian History Trivia (10 am – 12 pm)
Concession (11 am – 5 pm)
Settling in Diversity Walking Tour (11 am & 2 pm)
Short Video Activation (12-2 pm)
Canadian History Trivia (2-4 pm)
Paws & Pints Patio (5-10 pm)

For more information about Canada Day at The Confluence, click here.

Canada Day with The City of Calgary
This Canada Day, the city is throwing a vibrant celebration filled with family-friendly fun, including a Pow Wow, live music, food trucks, and delicious eats.
Learn more about the City of Calgary’s Canada Day events.

Paws & Pints
2025-07-01 17:00 - 22:00, 2025-07-19 14:00 - 22:00 | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5E1, Canada
Drop by the perfect pathway pit stop with the whole family – babies and furbabies alike! Located conveniently between East Village and Inglewood, The Confluence “paw-tio” is decked out with comfy seating and serving tasty drinks and snacks this summer!
Stop in, have a seat and sip with us this summer! While you’re here, don’t forget to check out the 403Market located on site!
While you’re here, enjoy plenty of pet-friendly amenities for your four-legged companions, including umbrella-shaded seating areas, water bowls and a pup treasure chest, where your pet can pick its own toy!
The Paws & Pints Patio is open until 10 pm on June 7, July 1, July 19, Aug. 2 and Sept. 6.
*Note: Pets are not permitted in The Confluence Cultural Centre.

Viva Latino Calgary
2025-07-05 18:30 - 2025-07-06 00:30 | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5E1, Canada
Date: Saturday, July 5
Time: 6 pm-12:30 pm
Ages: All ages
Calgary’s Viva Latino! Festival is a one-day cultural event celebrating the vibrant traditions, music, dance, cuisine, and diversity of Latin America, while highlighting Calgary’s growing Latino community. It brings together local residents and visitors for a memorable experience filled with energy, connection, and cultural discovery.

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Tea on the Verandah at Heritage Park
2025-07-06 11:30 - 15:30, 2025-07-13 11:30 - 15:30 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Tea on the Verandah at Heritage Park
Sundays | July 6 – August 24, 2025
Spend a summer afternoon enjoying freshly brewed tea, finger sandwiches and sweet pastries from the Alberta Bakery — all served on the verandah of the Famous 5 Centre with beautiful views of the Glenmore Reservoir and Rocky Mountains.
After tea, explore the Park or join a guided tour of the Famous 5 Centre. Your ticket includes Park admission and a shopping coupon for the Haskayne Mercantile Block.
Seatings: 11:30 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | 1:15 p.m. | 1:45 p.m. | 3:00 p.m. | 3:30 p.m.
Location: Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women
Pricing:
Adults: $49.95 (Members: $39.95)
Children (3–12): $24.95 | Infants (2 & under): Free
Reserve by calling Guest Services at 403.268.8500

Family Fun Hour: Float with Boats
2025-07-06 13:00 - 14:00 | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5E1, Canada
When: Sunday, July 6 | 1-2 pm
Cost: $15 per adult (plus fees), $5 per child (plus fees), free admission for infants 3 and under
Ages: Toddler to age 11
Get ready to play, create, and explore together! Each week brings a new theme packed with hands-on activities for kids ages toddler to 11. There’s always something exciting to discover—come join the fun! July’s theme is water, and each week we will explore something new!
Admission to The Confluence Cultural Centre is included in the ticket price.

July 6: Float with Boats
This week, come learn about boats! Discover the world of boats through stories, songs and hands-on crafts! Create your own boat to test and take home!
Parent/guardian supervision required at all times. This is an outdoor event, keep in mind uneven terrain to get to The Confluence Garden.

Summer Camps at Heritage Park
2025-07-07 09:30 - 16:00, 2025-07-08 09:30 - 16:00, 2025-07-09 09:30 - 16:00, 2025-07-10 09:30 - 16:00, 2025-07-11 09:30 - 16:00, 2025-07-14 09:30 - 16:00, 2025-07-15 09:30 - 16:00, 2025-07-16 09:30 - 16:00 and 2 more dates | Alberta
Ages: 6-9, 10-13 & 12-15
Camper Rate: $325 per camper, GST Exempt.
Dates: Monday to Friday, July 7 – Aug. 22, 2025.
Times: 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. (pre-care and after-care are available for an additional charge)

An Experience Like No Other! Step Back in Time and Let Your Child Discover the Past Through Adventure, Play and Hands-On Learning.

Heritage Park’s Summer Camps provide an incredible opportunity for children to explore, learn, and connect with Calgary’s rich history. Imagine your child stepping into the shoes of a pioneer, wearing historic costumes and engaging with life as it was over 100 years ago. Heritage Park’s camps are designed to blend fun, learning and adventure – all set in Calgary’s largest living history museum. It’s an experience your child can’t get anywhere else but Heritage Park.

Summer Camps Run From: July 7 to August 22, 2025.

To learn more, visit https://heritagepark.ca/summer-camps/

Calaway Comic Fest for Kids
2025-07-11 10:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-12 10:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-13 10:00 - 19:00 | Calaway Park, Calaway Park, 245033 Range Road 33, Calgary, Alberta, T3Z 2E9, Canada
Calaway Park is 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!
Your favourite Adventure Bay pups are racing to the RUFF-RUFF rescue at Calaway Park this summer. Join us for an opportunity to meet PAW Patrol Chase, Marshall, Skye & Rubble. Stay tuned for appearance times and more information.
Come experience Calaway Park like you never have before from July 11 to 13 – Open 10am to 7pm!

The Confluence After Hours: True Crime at “Twilight” Tour
2025-07-11 17:00 - 21:00 | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5E1, Canada
When: Friday, June 13, July 11, Aug. 8, Sept. 5 & 12
Cultural Centre Hours: 5-9 pm
Tour Time: 6-7 pm
Experience The Confluence in a new light – the evening light, that is! For a limited number of evenings this summer, we’re extending the cultural centre opening hours beyond happy hour, giving you the rare chance to enjoy the site and exhibits after hours.
Take advantage of the extended hours to explore our brand-new exhibit Kípaitápiiyssinnooni (Our Way of Life) or embark on a special guided walking tour during golden hour. These nights are the perfect opportunity to learn a new side of Calgary’s history while enjoying the warm summer evenings!

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True Crime at “Twilight”

$20/person (includes cultural centre admission) | Ages 16+
Go beyond ghost stories and explore the real, chilling tales of murder, executions and the history of the prisons at historic Fort Calgary. This outdoor walking tour sheds light on the grim realities of the city’s early days.
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Family Fun Hour: Science with Water
2025-07-13 13:00 - 14:00 | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5E1, Canada
When: Sunday, July 13 | 1-2 pm
Cost: $15 per adult (plus fees), $5 per child (plus fees), free admission for infants 3 and under
Ages: Toddler to age 11
Get ready to play, create, and explore together! Each week brings a new theme packed with hands-on activities for kids ages toddler to 11. There’s always something exciting to discover—come join the fun! July’s theme is water, and each week we will explore something new!
Admission to The Confluence Cultural Centre is included in the ticket price.

July 13: Science with Water
This week, come learn about water science! Explore the science of water through buoyancy experiments and rain activities.
Parent/guardian supervision required at all times. This is an outdoor event, keep in mind uneven terrain to get to The Confluence Garden.

Collage Art at The Confluence
2025-07-13 13:00 - 16:00 | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5E1, Canada
When: Sunday, July 13 | 1-4 pm
Cost: $20 (plus fees)
Ages: All ages
Explore history in a new way – through collage art! Past meets the present in this two-hour program exploring the mixed media art form of collage, where you’ll break down and piece back together copies of historical photographs, modern magazines and other textile materials to create your own unique piece of art.
In this workshop led by program facilitator, U of C Masters student and lover of collage Sam, attendees will create their own mixed media collages. Supplies such as photographs, magazines, paper, glue and scissors will be provided.
Attendees are welcome to bring any additional photographs or other materials, but it is not required.

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Urban Beekeeping Workshop
2025-07-19 10:00 - 12:00 | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5E1, Canada
Date: Saturday, July 19, Aug. 2 & Aug. 30
Time: 10 am-12 pm, 12-2 pm (Aug. 30 only)
Price: $50
Ages: 10+
Get your garden buzzing by learning about the basics of bees! Get decked out in some beekeeping gear and join ABC Bees owner and operator Eliese Watson for a hive tour of the bees here in The Confluence Garden. This two-hour workshop will cover all of the different aspects of setting up bee hives and how to care for them in an inner city location. Whether you’re a beginner wanting to explore beekeeping or looking to just spend more time with bees, meet us outside for an educational day with the bees!

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Market Nights in the Plaza at Heritage Park
2025-07-19 14:00 - 20:00 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Market Nights in the Plaza at Heritage Park
Shop local, eat well and enjoy a fun summer evening — all in one place!
Heritage Park’s Market Nights in the Plaza features local vendors, food trucks, live entertainment and the charming shops of the Haskayne Mercantile Block. This free, pet-friendly event is perfect for families, date nights or outings with friends (and fur babies!).
Come experience one of Calgary’s favourite summer markets — right in the heart of the city.
Date: June 28 | July 5, 12, 19, 26 | Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | Sept. 6, 13
Time: 2 – 8 p.m.
Location: Heritage Park Plaza
Pet-Friendly: Yes
Admission: Free
More Info: https://heritagepark.ca/events/market-nights-in-the-plaza/2025-07-19/
