Calgary's Child Magazine

10/16/2026

Explore the fall colors while you still can! Here are 5 ways to get out this weekend to enjoy the season:

1. Hunt for unique and colorful leaves at Fish Creek, Confederation Park, Bowness, or Edworthy.

2. Birdwatching at the Inglewood Bird Sanctuary, Carburn Park, or Glenmore Reservoir.

3. Pack a picnic or grab a local fireput to enjoy the crisp air. Don't forget the marshmallows!

4. Discover Alberta's aquatic life at the Bow Habitat Station. Check admission details before you go.

5. Bike to a playground and cafe along Calgary's many pathways, and grab a well-deserved treat for yourself and the kids!

10/15/2026

Here's what's on for Halloween across YYC this week:

October 15, 5:30 to 7pm; Kids Club Park96: Spooky Creatures. Join at Park96 for a monthly kids’ club for youth ages six to 12! ticketor.com/yycnaturecentre

October 15; Heritage Park Fall Ghost Tours. As night falls, the park’s historic streets come alive with tales of haunted buildings, mysterious apparitions and unexplained phenomena. heritagepark.ca/events/calgary-ghost-tours/2026-10-08/

October 15, 16 and 17, 7 to 8:30pm; Creepy Tales & Cocktails. An evening of frightening tales, chilling stories and signature cocktails! theconfluence.ca/events/creepytales

October 16; Radical Reptile Showdown. Spooky season is upon us and we welcome toads, spiders, snakes and more to help us celebrate in Capitol Hill. capitolhill.getcommunal.com/parent_programs/4877

October 17, 12 to 3pm; Pet Halloween Photos. Join Pawsitive Match Rescue Foundation at Pet Valu Royal Oak for some spooky-sweet Halloween photos.

October 17, 12 to 3pm; Chestermere Public Library Trunk or Treat. Instead of going door-to-door, children go from car to car to get treats. chestermerepubliclibrary.com

October 17, 2 to 3pm; Hangings, Homicides & History: A True Crime Tour. Go beyond ghosts and hauntings and delve into the real, chilling tales of murder, executions and the history of the prisons at historic Fort Calgary. theconfluence.ca/events/truecrime2026

October 17, 5 to7pm; Kor's Annual Halloween Party. Dancing, games, crafts, yummy snacks, a Halloween-themed movie and a haunted house! kordanceworks.com

October 17 and 18; Michaels Kids’ Club: Lil Witching Hours. Free, in-store Halloween-themed craft events designed for children ages four and older. canada.michaels.com

October 18, 2 to 3pm; Deadly Alberta True Crime Tour. theconfluence.ca/events/deadlyab2026

October 18, 2 to 4pm; Frightful Family Favourites: ParaNorman (2012). theconfluence.ca/events/frightfulfamilyfavourites-paranorman

October 19, 8:30am to 4pm; PD Day Camp: Spooky Stories of Spiders & Snakes. Join for a Halloween adventure PD Day Camp at Park96! ticketor.com

Find more events on our calendar at calgaryschild.com

10/15/2026

Your October 15–18 Weekend Planner Is Here!

From family-friendly fun and fall markets to live theatre, art shows and unique experiences, Calgary and area are brimming with things to do this week! Catch a little Marvel magic with One Man Avengers, explore the mysteries of Clue: The Musical, discover original artwork, or take the kids to Brick Round Up for an incredible LEGO-filled adventure.

Looking for something a little different? Explore Indigenous astronomy at TELUS Spark, shop for winter essentials at YYC’s Largest Baby & Kids Second Hand Sale, enjoy a self-guided tasting tour at Taste of Cochrane, or plan a special fall outing at Little Market on the Prairie. There’s also live music, opera, family movies, free soccer and plenty of opportunities to get out and enjoy the season.

And don’t forget our getaways and giveaways! You’ll find all the details, more events, family-friendly outings and chances to win in our newsletter below. Happy exploring!
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10/13/2026

Parenting is a lot of hard work, and not all of it feels like passion in the moment. Sometimes, it's the endless laundry, the busy mornings, the packed schedules, and the million little things you did that go unnoticed.

But somewhere in between the chaos, there are the giggles, the hugs and cuddles, bedtime stories, and moments you wish you could freeze in time.

Remember that even when it feels like a lot, the love, care, and effort you pour into parenting matters so much to your little ones, every single day.

10/12/2026

Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Calgary's Child. We hope your Thanksgiving is filled with quality time with loved ones and plenty of little moments to be grateful for.

10/09/2026

We've rounded up a few free activities happening this weekend for families - grab the kids, get out, and enjoy the weather while you still can!

10/08/2026

Looking for a way to make Thanksgiving a little more meaningful for the kids? Skip the screens and turn gratitude into something they can see, create and share.
Here are 5 simple Thanksgiving activities to try:

Thankful Placecards: Have each family member make a placecard for someone else at the table. Along with their name, they can write or draw one thing they appreciate about that person. Read the cards before dinner!

Thanksgiving Time Capsule: Have everyone write down a favorite memory from the past year, something they learned, something they’re looking forward to and one thing they’re thankful for. Seal the notes in a decorated box or envelope and open it next Thanksgiving.

Thankful Jar: Put a jar or bowl somewhere everyone can reach, along with slips of paper and pencils. Throughout Thanksgiving week, add little notes about things you’re thankful for. Read them together around the dinner table.

Kindness Challenge: Turn gratitude into action! Challenge everyone to complete a few acts of kindness over the Thanksgiving weekend - help with dinner, call someone who lives alone, leave a kind note for a neighbor, donate to a food bank, or simply do something thoughtful for a sibling.

Thanksgiving Dinner Interview: Let the kids become the family reporters! Have them interview grandparents, parents, siblings or other guests about favourite Thanksgiving memories, family traditions and what they’re thankful for this year. Write down or record the answers and save them as a little piece of family history.

Small activities, big memories - and a wonderful way to remind kids that Thanksgiving is about more than the turkey.

10/08/2026

What’s happening this weekend in Calgary? A LOT.

From Disney’s Moana Live-to-Film Concert and the Blue Grass Pumpkin Festival to family soccer, Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie, opera, art, mini trains and more, there’s plenty to get the family out and about this weekend!

🎃 And Halloween is officially taking over! Haunted attractions, pumpkin festivals, spooky crafts, reptile adventures, costume swaps, family movies and plenty more are happening throughout October.

Plus, we’ve rounded up even more family-friendly things to do through next week and beyond.

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10/06/2026

A little kindness goes a long way. Let’s lift each other up, give a little grace, and be the reason another parent feels supported.