10 of the best FREE or cheap things to do in Calgary this month

Happy 2021! Despite the New Year being another chance to reinvent yourselves, renew your goals and re-discover old hobbies, one thing is bound to remain the same. We love to save money, which is why we’re super excited to share with you guys this months fun and extremely cost-effective events and activities available to everyone! Here are 10 super cheap things to do in Calgary this January.

GO SKATING THROUGH ALBERTA’S ROCKY MOUNTAINS

Calgary is a snow-covered, icy Winterland in the winter. This January, why not lace up a pair of skates and hit the ice! It’s totally free and you can literally go whenever the heck you want, which is great for those with busy schedules. Click the link above for a list of our favourite spots in Alberta to go skating!

When: Anytime
Where: See locations above
Time: Anytime
Cost: Free

GET COZY NEXT TO CALGARY’S FREE TO USE FIREPITS

In an effort to promote safe socialization, some public parks in Calgary have been fitted with temporary fire pits and, as if that wasn’t cool enough, they’re also offering free wood! This month, again- when and if the restrictions let up, book a spot for you and your social bubble!

When: Every day
Where: See locations in the link above
Time: 9 am – 9 pm
Cost: Free

GET ONE LAST LOOK AT LEGACY’S LIGHT DISPLAY

We know, we know, Christmas is over, but some of the city’s best light displays ar just as bright as they were in mid-December!! If you haven’t already, take a look at the Legacy Christmas Light Parade in Calgary’s SE. There are over 1-million lights to explore and it’s completely free!

When: Until Sunday, January 10th
Where: 15 Legacy Glen Manor and surrounding Legacy community
Time: After dark
Free: Cost

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HIT THE HILLS

It’s go time! This January, grab your snow racers and spiral sleighs then head for the hills! We can’t imagine that we’re the only ones who are more than ready to slide through the first month of 2021, so it’s just a matter of where. Check out the link above for 10 of the best places to go tobogganing in Calgary this winter!

When: Whenever
Where: See locations above
Time: Anytime
Cost: Free

BUNDLE UP FOR A LAP AROUND DEERFOOT CITY

Up your date-game, with a unique skate night at Deerfoot Meadows, where they’ve set up a magical 100-foot synthetic ice skating rink! This month, book a private time, grab a hot cocoa and glide your way into the holidays under their dazzling bright lights.

When: Until Sunday, February 28th
Where:  901 64 Avenue NE, Calgary
Time: Book time slot here
Cost: Free

ENJOY THE EXHIBITS AT THE ESKER FOUNDATION GALLERY

This month – when and if the restrictions let up – catch brand new solo exhibits by some of the best and brightest artists at the Esker Foundation! This Inglewood gallery is a great way to spend a morning, afternoon or evening.

When: Winter gallery opens January 23rd
Where: 4th Floor, 1011 – 9th Avenue SE, Inglewood, Calgary
Time: Book your time here
Cost: Free

WALK THROUGH ONE OF CALGARY’S MAGICAL PARKS

We don’t know about you guys, but we could use som fresh air. This month, fight cabin fever with a pair of comfortable shoes, a couple of snacks, and some fresh air! Check the link above for 10 beautiful places to take a winter walk in and around Calgary.

When: Anytime
Where: See locations above
Time: Anytime
Cost: Free

GO ICE BIKING

Don’t have a pair of skates? Well, you’re in luck! In addition to the new Bowness skating trail, the city of Calgary has also launched ice bikes! This January, head to the NW park and rent your own winter no-wheeler at the Skate Shop, located next to the Seasons of Bowness Park restaurant.

When: Anytime
Where: 8900 48 Ave NW, Calgary,
Time: See hours of operation here
Cost: $12/.5 hour (or $20/hour)

CHECK OUT TELUS SPARK ONLINE

This month, learn your ‘one thing a day’ by enjoying Telus Spark’s incredible exhibits from home! From live experiments, programs, and guided talks with scientists and experts, the science centre now has a ton of virtual activities that everyone will enjoy until they’re ready and able to reopen their doors again!

When: Anytime
Where:  Online here
Time: Anytime
Cost: Free

ESCAPE QUARANTINE FOR CHARITY

Feel free and do some good… with friends! This month, check out Escape From Quarantine: Through The Wormhole, a virtual experience developed in hopes of raising money for charities like the Food Bank and the CHEO Foundation and it’s super easy to play! Just click the link above!

Where:  Online here
Cost: By Donation

Well, there you have it! 10 cheap things to do in Calgary this January! Enjoy yourselves out there friends, and remember to bundle up, wash your hands and to get extra whipped cream on that hot choco – because you deserve it!