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Best Places for Outdoor Water Play in Calgary

Last summer, my son Gordie and I visited all the official spray parks and wading pools in Calgary. They were each fun in their own way, and are all a little different. Water play areas in Calgary typically open in mid-June and close September 1. These dates can vary depending on the weather and the specific location. Check out the spray parks and wading pools listed to determine if they are a good fit for your family’s summertime fun needs!

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Mid-Summer Play Ideas

Play ideas that encourage creativity, imagination, initiative and problem-solving.

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Beat Summer Boredom without Breaking the Bank

Summer is here, the kids are out of school and the sun is shining. What’s next? Beat summer boredom without breaking the bank with these 10 budget-friendly, family-fun tips:

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Shutting the Book on Summer Brain Drain

Did your child become a super reader during the school year, but their skills are now starting to slide? Maybe they don’t enjoy reading as much as you want them to. Have you heard about the research that shows children who don't read over the summer are likely to start the upcoming school year at a disadvantage? Whatever your reason, summer is a great time to bone up on those skills and build a love of reading in fun and fabulous ways.

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