We’ve been spending some time during the summer exploring Alberta to find family-friendly attraction right here at home. Red Deer is only a 90 minute drive from Calgary, making it perfect for a day trip or a weekend getaway. It also has a lot to offer! Even though Red Deer is about a tenth the … Read more
Now open for the 2021 season! Address: 4500 Womacks Rd, Blackfalds, AB (15 minutes North of Red Deer)https://www.blackfalds.com/tourism-recreation/abbey-centre/outdoor-aquatic-centre Cost: $20 for a family day pass. This includes access to the indoor play area Season: Typically open May long weekend until Labour Day weekend. Now open for the 2021 season. Hours: 10am-9pm weekends, 9am-9pm weekdays (check website to … Read more
Location: River Bend Recreation Area – Located along the river 3.5 km north of 30 Avenue from 67 Street http://www.rbgra.ca/discovery-canyon/ Parking: Free parking in parking lot Season: Weather dependent. Usually early June until the September long weekendHours: 9am-9pmCost: freeAmenities: Washroom/change rooms, concession, tube rentals. Note: it can be quite busy. It will be less crowded … Read more
Disclosure: To facilitate this article and loads of awesome tips, Travelodge Regina provided accommodations for us. Thank you to Travelodge and Tourism Regina for hosting us! For the past few years, Calgary Playground Review has been searching out vacation destinations that are both family-friendly AND budget friendly. This summer, our search brought us to Regina. WHERE … Read more
Location: mapCommunity: Midtown – Midtown CourtParking: free street parking Gordie’s Review (8 years old): “I liked being with my cousins. And the silver climber.”Nicky’s Review (5 years old): “I liked the swing, and I liked everything there”Robbie’s Review (2 years old): “over the bridge” Age Range: 2-12 yearsGround Cover: pea gravelShade: young nearby trees provide … Read more
To celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday, nine playground writers of Canada present this list of 150 of the coolest playgrounds across Canada.