From Black History Month celebrations to robot displays and penguin walks, you’ll fall in love with Calgary this month.
Hidden Figures: A Black History Month Film Screening
February 5 | Women’s Centre of Calgary | womenscentrecalgary.org
Join the Black History Month celebrations with a special screening of the 2016 film Hidden Figures, directed by Theodore Melfi. The film highlights the untold, vital stories of the black women working at NASA during the ‘60s. The Women’s Centre of Calgary is screening the film at 5 p.m. on February 5. After the film ends, stay to connect with other community members at the facilitated community conversation.
Kids Celebrate! Exhibition at Heritage Park
All month long | Heritage Park | heritagepark.ca
Gasoline Alley Museum is hosting Kids Celebrate! to teach kids about different cultures worldwide. Created by the Canadian Museum of History, this travelling exhibit makes for a fun and educational day for both parents and kids. Get your kid out of the cold and into the celebrating spirit as they learn about holidays such as Hanukkah, Chinese New Year, Halloween and plenty more! Head down anytime between Tuesday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free for annual Heritage Park members or included in Gasoline Alley Museum admission. Check it out!
Singers @ Snowfall
Until February 9 | Storybook Theatre | storybooktheatre.org
Whether you’re a musical theatre fan or just want to hear some beautiful voices, this makes for an amazing evening out. Storybook Theatres Singers @ Snowfall is a singing showcase of Broadway’s biggest hits to raise funds for Storybook’s Ellie Tims Project, which helps low-income families get involved in theatre. $25 tickets don’t just buy you a trip to the theatre; it gives you that warm, fuzzy feeling of giving back to the community and supporting vocal talent. The show starts at 7:30 p.m., don’t be late.
Penguin Walk
All month long | Calgary Zoo | calgaryzoo.com
Calling all Penguin-heads. Penguin Walk is an event at the Calgary Zoo where King Penguins take a stroll throughout the grounds, and we all get to tag along for the journey. Up to 13 penguins will get their steps in at 10:30 a.m. daily. Witness the waddle for free with daily admission, which ranges by day from $26.95 to $34.95. Penguins begin their journey from Penguin Plunge and loop around the park; a full map is available on the zoo’s website. Don’t miss this cool (no pun intended) experience.
Mecha Mayhem 2026
February 7 to 9 | BMO Centre | mechamayhem.ca
Since 2023, Mecha Mayhem has brought together all those interested in robotics, and they’re back at the BMO Centre this February. Register online for free and spectate the hard work of middle school, high school, and university students. Robotics competitions, tech company booths, and opportunities to connect with STEM professionals are just the beginning. The award ceremonies take place on Sunday, where the Mecha Mayhem 2025 champions will be crowned. If you’re looking to hang with robots (and maybe prepare for a robo-apocalypse), Mecha Mayhem is a must-see.
The GOOD Games
February 13 to 15 | BMO Centre | thegoodgames.com
This free all-ages event is a weekend-long sporting event that welcomes anyone as a player, volunteer, or participate in tons of different sports. If you’re a fan of being active, this is for you! The sports they offer include — but are definitely not limited to — beach volleyball, pickleball, squash, and many more. Pack up your family for the day and head down to the BMO Centre for a fun-filled, family-friendly day.
Spark After Dark: Heart, Heat, and Body
February 13 | Telus Spark | sparkscience.ca
Looking to bring some spice into your life? The 18+ Spark After Dark: Heart, Heat, and Body exhibit at Telus Spark is bringing the heat, exploiting the science behind how tension, touch, and chemistry make humans feel. The calendar is jam-packed from 6 p.m. to midnight, including a live DJ, thermodynamic displays, a heart dissection workshop, and a Valentine’s Day dinner. $36.95 gets you into the event as well as the regular exhibits and the Extreme Sports: Beyond Human Limits exhibit. Heat up date night with a thrilling night of fiery fun.
Anne of Green Gables the Musical
Starting February 20 | Storybook Theatre | storybooktheatre.org
Storybook Theatre in Beddington Heights welcomes you to their production of Anne of Green Gables starting February 20. The show runs for 120 minutes (with a 15-minute intermission) and retells Lucy Maud Montgomery’s classic story of an orphan growing up in Prince Edward Island. Anne of Green Gables explores themes of belonging, which is why Storybook welcomes everyone with open arms, and whether you’re a theatre lover or just looking for something to check out, this show is worth the trip. Head over to their website to purchase your $33 tickets now.
Calgary Boat & Outdoor Show
February 20 to 22 | BMO Centre | calgaryboatandoutdoorshow.ca
As we inch closer to spring, we have to get in that “outdoorsy” mindset. What better place to do that than the Calgary Boat & Outdoor Show? From presentations by local professionals in fishing and hunting, to the kids’ fishing pond with live trout, there’s something here for everyone. Take a trip down to the BMO Centre on Friday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., or Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a beginner-friendly event, so don’t feel intimidated by all the hunting gear.
Calgary Hitmen VS Prince Albert Raiders
March 6 | Scotiabank Saddledome | chl.ca
If you’re pinching pennies but still wanna see the good old hockey game, the WHL has your back. On March 7, head down to the Saddledome to show your Calgarian pride by screaming your lungs out at a Hitmen game. The game starts at 7, so get there early to grab your hot dogs and popcorn (and maybe a ‘Dome beer or three).
