Family Summer Camp
Families who can’t tackle the great outdoors alone can still experience them, with infrared target shooting, an archery range, fishing and a cookout.
When: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays & Sundays; Through July 17
Price: Free
Age: All ages
Where: Bass Pro Shops, Cross Iron Mills
More info: www.basspro.com
Highwood Outdoor Pool
Spend Canada Day poolside with special activities like penny dives and lawn games.
When: July 1, 1pm–4pm
Price: $1.75–$6.50, Free/Under 2
Age: All ages
Where: Highwood Outdoor Pool, 25 Holmwood Ave. N.W.
More info: www.highwoodoutdoorpool.com
The Two Gentlemen of Verona
New York’s famed 52 Street Project (comprised of Hell’s Kitchen youth) showcase their talent in this Shakespearean comedy.
When: July 2, 7:30pm
Price: Free
Age: All ages
Where: University Studio Theatre
More info: arts.ucalgary.ca
Take a Kid to the Course
Hit the links with the kids in this cross-Canada campaign encouraging families to get outside and take up golf together.
When: July 4–10
Price: Free/Kids (with Adult fee)
Age: 6- to 17-year-olds
Where: McCall Lake
More info: www.kidsgolffree.ca
Mini-Model Build
In this monthly event, little engineers get to build a model to take home.
When: July 5, 5pm
Price: Free
Age: 6- to 14-year-olds
Where: Lego Store, Chinook Centre
More info: stores.lego.com