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
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.Hours: 10am-830pm weekends, 10am-830pm weekdays (check website to confirm)Temperature: Jr Olympic pool – 28C, Leisure pool – 30C, Hot Tub 38.5-39C … 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
Address: Bridgeland – 112 4th St NE & Killarney 3407 26th Ave SWSpecial diet options: None – dairy-free option is reportedly in the worksIce Cream: two flavours of soft serve ice creamOther frozen treats: Fiasco Gelato pints and single serve in a freezer by the doorOther Options: Full service coffee bar Lukes Drug Mart is a quirky … Read more
Address: 1107 17 Ave SW https://www.facebook.com/scrollio17/ Season: Year roundSeating: A few tables and benches inside, benches outside.Special Diet Options: Dairy-free vegan coconut ice cream baseIce Cream: Thai rolled ice cream (chocolate, vanilla or dairy-free coconut) with various toppings and mix-ins Scrollio, located along 17th avenue, is one of the new to Calgary, Thai-style rolled ice … Read more