Great Things To Do With Your Family in Calgary This March

Things to do in Calgary in March

As Calgarians get one step closer to spring, there are tons of activities both inside and outdoors to help you enjoy the last month of winter (we hope!). Whether you’re looking to sing, dance, play or explore, there’s no shortage of fun things to do with your family in Calgary this March.

Kidz Bop World Tour

March 6 at 7 pm
Jubilee Auditorium – 1415 14 Avenue NW
jubileeauditorium.com

The Kidz Bop crew is returning to Canada for 9 more live concerts and is making a stop in Calgary. This kids’ cover band is sure to get everyone’s feet tapping to the beat (if they’re not out of their chair dancing along!)

Fred Penner

March 10 at 6 pm
Jack Singer Concert Hall – 225 8 Ave SE
artscommons.ca

Fred Penner is a Canadian kid music icon and is making a visit to the Jack Singer Concert Hall to celebrate the 40th anniversary of his classic record, The Cat Came Back. Kids and parents alike will love singing along to other much-loved Fred Penner hits that span 4 decades.

Dive-In Movie at Village Square Leisure Centre

March 13 from 6 – 8 pm
Village Square Leisure Centre – 2623 56 Street NE
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Get your bathing suit and your water wings! Village Square Leisure Centre will be hosting Frozen 2 as part of their ever-popular dive-in movie event! Regular pool rates apply.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban at the Jubilee

March 12 -14 at 7:30 pm
Jubilee Auditorium – 1415 14 Avenue NW
jubileeauditorium.com

If you’re looking for a truly magical way to spend an evening, you won’t want to miss joining the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra as they play the score live along with a screening of the third film in the Harry Potter franchise – Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. Don’t forget to bring your wand!

Dad’Urday

March 14 from 10 am – 12 pm
YWCA Calgary – 1715 17 Avenue SE
ywcalgary.ca

Dads, grandpas, uncles and grownup brothers are invited to come hang out with their kiddos at this activity-filled morning brought to you by the YW Parent Link Centre. This event takes place one Saturday per month and features games, crafts, activities, stories and snacks. Enrollment is required, so visit the link to secure a spot.

Winter Bird Fun at Inglewood Bird Sanctuary

March 14 from 10 am – 12 pm
Inglewood Bird Sanctuary – 2425 9 Avenue SE
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What’s a bird’s favourite type of event? One that’s “cheep”! If your family loves to spend time with their feathered friends, this free event at the Inglewood Bird Sanctuary includes a guided hike, followed by bird-themed crafts and games. All events take place outside, so be sure to dress for the weather. The event is for Nature Kids member families, but families who haven’t yet enrolled in the program are welcome to attend one event before joining. E-mail [email protected] by March 10th to register.

Dive-In Movie at Southland Leisure Centre (Jumanji)

March 14 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Southland Leisure Centre – 2000 Southland Drive SW
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If lounging by the pool or taking a dip in the water while watching an awesome flick sounds like your idea of a good time, you won’t want to miss checking out Jumanji at Southland Leisure Centre’s March installment of the Dive-In Movie!

Reading With Royalty at Calgary Public Library

March 14 from 2:30 – 3:30 pm
Fish Creek Library – 11161 Bonaventure Drive SE
events.calgarypubliclibrary.com

Join the Calgary Public Library as they celebrate inclusion and diversity in this family-friendly storytime program led by some of Calgary’s most fabulous drag queens and kings.

Kids Cooking Bootcamp

March 20 from 8 am – 3 pm
Wellness Centre at South Health Campus – 4448 Front Street SE
calgary.eventful.com

If your kids are looking for a fun way to spend the March 20th PD Day, the South Health Campus Wellness Centre has a boot camp that’ll get them cooking up a storm! Kids will learn how to prepare from scratch recipes and snacks made from healthy ingredients, fostering important skills they can take back home with them when they’re done!

Masters of Illusion

March 23 at 8 pm
Jubilee Auditorium – 1415 14 Avenue NW
jubileeauditorium.com

The only thing more mesmerizing than watching Masters of Illusion on TV is getting to see it right before your eyes. Prepare to be mystified as you watch incredible illusions and laugh along with this live, comedy-filled magic act.

Eau Claire Night Market

March 27 from 5 – 11 pm
Eau Claire Market – 200 Barclay Parade SW
eauclairemarket.com

Eau Claire’s Night Markets are back for another year! Live, local entertainment, mouth-watering cultural street food, and tons of different vendors will be on-site to celebrate the coming of spring.

Mini Pop Kids Live!

March 28 at 6 pm
Jubilee Auditorium – 1415 14 Avenue NW
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For another opportunity to check out a popular kid-fronted cover band, Mini Pop Kids will be live at the Jubilee performing hits by artists like Ariana Grande, Shawn Mendes, Taylor Swift, and more. Mini Pop Kids is Canada’s best-selling kids’ music group, and their shows are selling out quickly!

Calgary Baby and Tot Show

March 28 from 9:30 am – 5:30 pm and March 29 from 11 am – 5 pm
BMO Centre, Hall D – 20 Roundup Way SW
calgarybabyshow.com

The Calgary Baby and Tot Show brings all things parenting together under one roof. Whether you’re looking for fun kids’ toys, awesome apparel, or life/time-saving services, you won’t want to miss a chance to visit the vendors at this event. Seminars will be presented by industry experts on topics from pregnancy to preschool. There’s also no shortage of activities for kids, including the Butterfield Acres Petting Zoo, interactive Play Zones, arts and crafts, character visits and more.

Peppa Pig Live!

March 29 at 3 pm
Jubilee Auditorium – 1415 14 Avenue NW
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Finally – a chance to see Peppa Pig live to determine what she really looks like from the front! Your kids won’t be thinking about this, but they will be thrilled to get a chance to see their favourite British piggy as she’s joined by her brother George, Pedro Pony, Suzy Sheep and Gerald Giraffe on an adventure-filled camping trip in the woods.

What’s on your to-do list in Calgary this March? Did we miss anything on our list? We’d love to hear in the comments!

 

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