Jan. 21, 2026

Hours Update

Hours Update: The Historical Village is closed until Spring 2026, except for special events. Gasoline Alley Museum and Heritage Plaza remain open year-round. Click here for full hours operation.

Jan. 21, 2026

Hours Update

Hours Update: The Historical Village is closed until Spring 2026, except for special events. Gasoline Alley Museum and Heritage Plaza remain open year-round. Click here for full hours operation.


Prairie Explorers Day Camp

Travel back in time and explore Heritage Park as a prairie kid!


About Prairie Explorers

Choose Your Own Summer Adventure!

For Week 5 of Prairie Explorers, you can select either a 4-day or 5-day camp option:

  • 5-Day Camp (Aug. 4–8): $325, GST Exempt
  • 4-Day Camp (Aug. 5–8): $260, GST Exempt

Both options offer the same immersive programming—hands-on activities, historical adventures, and plenty of outdoor fun—tailored to your schedule.

Spaces are limited, so book early to secure your preferred option!

Register Now

About the Camp

Step back in time and experience life on the prairie! Join the Prairie Explorers Day Camp and watch your child take on exciting, hands-on activities that bring the past to life. Dressed in historic costumes, campers will:

  • Make ice cream from scratch
  • Ride a real steam train
  • Attend a one room school house
  • Step into the pasture with our ranch animals
  • Discover the town’s happenings as a newspaper reporter

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Program Details

Program Times

9:30 am - 4 pm

Program Dates

Weekly Monday to Friday from July 7 – Aug. 22, 2025

Class Size

48

Grade(s)

Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4

Additional Information

Age Groups:

Campers are grouped by age to ensure everyone has fun, age-appropriate experiences. This camp is perfect for campers aged 6-9.

Schedule Options:

The Prairie Explorers Day Camp runs Monday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please note: Campers can attend for as many of the five days of camp as they would like. They are not required to attend all five days.

  • July. 7-11
  • July. 14-18
  • July. 21-25
  • July. 28 -Aug. 1
  • Aug. 4-8
  • Aug. 11-15
  • Aug. 18-22
  • Camper Rate: $325 per camper, GST Exempt.
    • For Week 5 of Prairie Explorers, you can select either a 4-day or 5-day camp option:
      • 5-Day Camp (Aug. 4–8): $325, GST Exempt
      • 4-Day Camp (Aug. 5–8): $260, GST Exempt

Pre-care and After-care:

  • Pre-care: available 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. for a fee of $45/week per participant, GST exempt.
  • After-care: available 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for a fee of $45/week per participant, GST exempt.
  • Pre & After Care: $85/week per participant, GST exempt.

Please note: Pre-care and/or after-care require registration prior to camp start date and are an additional cost

Payment:

Full payment is required at time of registration. Visa and Mastercard are accepted online.

Email Confirmation:

  • A confirmation of your camp purchase will be sent by the Showpass booking system immediately after registration. If you do not receive your confirmation, please email schools@heritagepark.ca
  • A more detailed camp information package, including behaviour policies, participation waiver and medical form will be sent closer to the start of camp.

Costumes:

  • As part of the unique and historical experience of our camps, all campers are loaned a historically accurate costume that must be worn each day of camp.
  • All pieces must be returned and in good condition on the last day of camp or you may be charged a damage fee.

Cancellations and Transfers:

  • If you need to cancel your registration, Heritage Park will issue a full refund (minus a $100 administration fee) provided you cancel at least 3 weeks prior to the start of the booked camp. No refunds will be issued after that time.
  • Transfers will be permitted up to two weeks before the start of the camp, subject to availability.
  • We are unable to pro-rate the cost of camp if your child needs to miss any day(s).
  • Heritage Park reserves the right to cancel a camp if minimum registration numbers are not met. In this case, a refund will be provided in full to registrants.

Questions?

Visit Heritage Park

1900 Heritage DR. S.W. Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2V 2X3

Email: info@heritagepark.ca
Phone: 403.268.8500

There are plenty of ways to get to the Park, whether that be on foot, via transit, or driving. Click here to find the way that works for you!