Things to do in Calgary in February: Family Day | Valentine’s Day | Chinook Blast​on February 13, 2025 at 3:10 pm

There is no shortage of things to do in Calgary. Here are highlights from local events in and around the city.

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This adults-only event has a Valentine’s Day theme, offering visitors the chance to indulge in life’s pleasures through various interactive activities. Some of the evening’s events include a game show, erotica and romance literature, themed wine and food pairings and more. There is also the option to arrive early for a Valentine’s buffet dinner.

Where: Telus Spark Science Centre

When: Feb. 14: 6 p.m. to midnight

Cost: $32.95

The Wildlife Festival is an interactive experience highlighting animals and their habitats. Visitors of all ages can meet an ant eater, a slot, baby kangaroos and more. The three exhibits featured are Destination Africa, Depths of the Jungle and Diversity of Living Things. There is a special adults-only night for Valentine’s Day on Feb. 14 from 7 to 9 p.m. with adults-only programming.

Where: Nutrien Event’s Centre Stampede Grounds, 1800 Stampede Trail SE

When: Feb. 14: 1 to 6:30 p.m. (general admission), 7 to 9 p.m. (adults only). Feb. 15: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Feb. 16 and 17: 10 a.m. to 5  p.m.

Cost: $16+

For Valentine’s Day, Norquay ski hill is hosting an 18+ speed-dating event for those looking for someone special, or even just a ski buddy. While going up the list, visitors will have the chance to chat and see if there’s a spark. The conversation can continue at the top, or head back down and try your luck with someone else. There will also be bingo in the Lone Pine Pub and a mixer with a live DJ at 9 p.m. A free shuttle service will run between Banff and Norquay.

Where: Mount Norquay Ski Resort

When: Feb. 14: 5 p.m.

Cost: $55+

Scarboro United Church is hosting the 17th annual Memorial March for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls on Feb. 14. This march is held to honour all women, girls, Two Spirit and all peoples who have been murdered, have disappeared and those who continue to be exploited. Friends and family of those we have lost will be in attendance, along with hundreds of other community members. It is also meant to draw attention to the disproportionate numbers of Indigenous women, girls and Two Spirit who are no longer with us.