CPLF Event Updates

FRIDAY, DEC 5

Social Committee Meeting

Join us at 9:30am in the main office where we’ll plan exciting CPLF events, make new friends, and share unique ideas. Email your Case Manager or [email protected] to get involved!

WEDNESDAY, DEC 10

Winter Wonderland Christmas Dinner + Dance

Join us for our annual holiday party hosted at Marlborough Community Association!

NOV 14 - DEC 24 (MALL HOURS)

The Cookie Kitchen

The Cookie Kitchen is part of Santa’s Enchanted Forest on the main level at South Centre Mall: 100 Anderson Road SE. Decorate your own festive cookie and your donation goes to local families in need. No appointment or ticket needed. 
Price: By Donation

NOV 22 - JAN 8 (5:30PM - 12:00AM)

Lions Festival of Lights

The Festival of Lights is one of the largest in Calgary at 14^th St NW & 24^th Ave NW.
Price: Free

NOV 28 - DEC 7 (FRIDAY'S 11AM - 5PM, SATURDAY'S 10AM -  7PM, SUNDAY's 11AM - 5PM)

Bearspaw Christmas Market

Experience the magic of the season at the Bearspaw Christmas Market (Bearspaw Lifestyle Centre: 253220 Bearspaw Road). There is a Sparkling Christmas Wonderland, crafts, and holiday treats. Fireworks on Saturday evenings at 6 pm.

Price: Free (donations are accepted)

DEC 1 - DEC 31 (6PM - 9PM)

Airdrie Festival of Lights

Beautiful outdoor walk-through light experience, with about a million dollars worth of displays and other special features at Nose Creek Park, 1701 Main Street South, Airdrie.
Price: Donation

DEC 6 (5PM)

Airdrie Santa Claus Parade

Light up the night and ring in the holidays with Santa on Main Street, Airdrie.
Price: Free

DEC 6 (5PM)

Mahogany Parade Of Lights

Santa and Mrs. Claus will be joining at 29 Masters Park SE.
Price: Free

DEC 6 (11AM - 3PM)

Santa Comes to Lougheed House

Includes DIY photos with Santa, activities, and the opportunity to explore Christmas décor at the Lougheed House, 707 13^th Ave SW.
Price: Free

DEC 6 -  20 (1PM - 3PM)

Michael’s Holiday Crafting Events

On Saturdays you can paint ornaments in store. Attendees receive everything they need to paint their own personalized wooden ornament. This comes with step-by-step guidance from Michael’s instructors. Complimentary festive treats are there as well.
Price: Free

DEC 6  (2PM - 6PM)

Light Up The Square

Laugh and be jolly for the 11^th annual community tree lighting. There are firepits, carolers, and a special visit from Santa Claus at 5^th Street Square, 712 5^th St. SE.
Price: Free

DEC 9, DEC 12, DEC 13 

Canadian Pacific Holiday Train

The Holiday Train is 1000 feet in length with 14 rail cars decorated with hundreds of thousands of holiday lights! There is a box-car with stage performers, such as the Barenaked Ladies, Jade Eagleson and Teigen Gayse.
December 9^th: 5:30 pm to 6 pm Nose Creek Park, Main St. Airdrie

December 12^th: 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm Anderson C-Train Station, Calgary

December 13^th: 12:15 pm to 12:45 pm, Daggett St., Okotoks
Price: Donations to the Food Bank

DEC 20 - MAR 15

Outdoor Skating

Various Locations:

• Big Marlborough Park , 6033 Madigan Dr. NE: 5am – 11pm daily
• Bowness Park, 8900 48 Ave. NW, Lagoon and ice trail: 5am – 11pm daily
• Carburn Park, 67 Riverview Dr. SE: 11am – 10pm daily
• Lot 6 Pop-Up Rink, 311 8 Street SW: 8am – 9pm daily
• North Glenmore Park: 11am – 10pm daily
• Prairie Winds Park, 223 Castleridge Blvd. NE: 5am – 11pm daily
• Prestwick Rink (in the community of McKenzie Towne): 11am – 10pm daily
• Prince’s Island Park Lagoon, 4 St. and 1 Ave. SW: 10am – 11pm daily
• Thomson Family Park, 236 16 Ave. SW: 5am – 11pm daily
• West Confederation Park, 2019 Chicoutimi Dr. NW: 9am – 10pm daily

Price: Free