Browsing: Calgary Christmas with kids

The Polar Express train ride at Aspen Crossing near Mossleigh runs daily November 20 to December 24, 2026, about an hour from Calgary. What to expect and tips.

Jeunesse Classique Ballet Society’s The Nutcracker plays the University of Calgary Theatre December 4–6, 2026. Showtimes, tickets and how it compares.

StoryBook Theatre’s holiday family musical: in 2025 it staged Miracle on 34th Street through December 30. What to expect and updates for 2026.

Christmas panto in Calgary: family pantomimes with villains to boo and songs to sing. 2025 shows, what to expect and updates for 2026.

Christmas at TELUS Spark Science Centre: holiday programming for kids, adults-only Spark After Dark, and why it pairs well with ZOOLIGHTS next door.

Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas in concert with the Calgary Phil: November 27 at 7:30 PM and November 28 at 2:30 and 7:30 PM at the Jubilee.

Where to have breakfast or brunch with Santa in Calgary for 2026: Heritage Park, the Stampede Christmas pancake brunch, hotels and community halls.

WinSport over the holidays: the tube park, ski and snowboard hill, lessons and Christmas-break fun at Canada Olympic Park in west Calgary.

Sensory-friendly and accessible Christmas in Calgary: sensory bags at ZOOLIGHTS, free personal care attendants at Spruce Meadows, quiet times and accessibility notes.

Christmas train rides near Calgary: the Heritage Holiday Train, Airdrie’s miniature trains, Aspen Crossing’s Christmas train and the CPKC Holiday Train.