What’s On Now
Learn more about what's new at Heritage Park. Check this page weekly for new and upcoming activities, featured exhibitions, family-friendly events, fundraisers and more! History fun for everyone.
Get Ready for the Best. Year. Ever.
It’s our 60th birthday, and we’re celebrating with tons of things to see and do, all summer long. Experience the sights, sounds and smells of living history when you visit the Historical Village, open daily. Or, check out one of many fun events happening year-round.
Enjoy a delicious dinner before a spectacular wild west gunfight erupts on main street at our NEW event, Showdown at Heritage Park! Learn about honey bees on our hive tours, shop ‘til you drop at Market Nights, relax with afternoon tea and more. There’s something for everyone to enjoy!
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Choose from one of the quick links below or scroll down to discover what’s on at the Park and get ready for the Best. Year. Ever.
Events and Things to Do at the Park
60th Anniversary Vow Renewal
Aug. 23, 2024
Celebrate your love at Heritage Park’s 60th Anniversary Vow Renewal Ceremony! Whether you were married at Heritage Park or elsewhere, renew your vows and restate your love in a beautiful, romantic setting amidst hundreds of other couples. Toast to your love with complimentary Champagne flutes, dance to live music, and enjoy the nostalgic charm of midway rides. Enhance your evening with enchanting add-ons like dinner on the Prince House lawn, professional photography and elegant carriage rides. Invite your family and friends to celebrate this big day with you, and get tickets today!
Showdown at Heritage Park: A Wild West Adventure
July 12, 19, 20, 21, 26 and 28
It’s our 60th Anniversary, and we’re celebrating with a BRAND NEW experience, Showdown at Heritage Park: A Wild West Adventure! This family-friendly evening kicks off with a cowboy buffet and western entertainment. After dinner, step outside as a spectacular wild west gunfight erupts on Main Street. And, don’t forget to grab a treat at the Claresholm General Store! Showdown at Heritage Park is the perfect grand finale after a fun-filled day at the Historical Village. Or, gather your herd – groups of eight or more get a 10% discount on seats. Reserve your seats today!
Heritage Park Retro Drive-In Movies
Aug. 2, 3, 4, 13, 20 and 27
Experience the magic of movies at Heritage Park Retro Drive-In Movies, sponsored by Fresh Air Cinema! Gather your family and friends for an unforgettable evening of cinema from the comfort of your car. Enjoy a wide range of films, from timeless classics to modern hits, all projected on our giant outdoor screen. And, the best part – each night will show a double feature, one family-friendly film and one adult film, so you get two for one! Indulge in delicious movie treats like popcorn, hot dogs, and cotton candy available in Heritage Plaza. Whether it’s a date night, family outing, or a fun night with friends, Heritage Park Retro Drive-In Movies are the perfect way to enjoy summer evenings. Come pop some corn and your trunk and enjoy a movie under the stars – get tickets today!
60th Anniversary Curator’s Walking Tour
Tuesday, July 23 and Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024
Heritage Park is celebrating it’s 60th anniversary this season and we invite you to join us for two special walking tours that will be given by Sylvia Harnden, Heritage Park’s Curator Emeritus. Sylvia has been with the Park for 39 years and will share her wealth of knowledge on the Park’s history. Enjoy a complimentary treat and a water as you take in fascinating facts, colourful characters and stories from the Park’s past. This tour promises to be everything you wanted to know…and more! Get tickets today.
Heritage Day Tea
Monday, Aug. 5, 2024
Join us for a delightful Heritage Day Tea to celebrate our rich cultural heritage together! Come and enjoy your freshly brewed cup of tea complemented by gourmet finger sandwiches and delicious pastries from the Alberta Bakery!
Market Nights
Saturdays June 29 – Sept. 14
Thousands of people come to shop at Heritage Park every year – and now we’re bringing the market to you! Come shop our local vendors, explore the shops in the Plaza, grab a bite to eat and be entertained at Calgary market nights! Market Nights is a pet-friendly event, so make sure you bring your fur baby along for the ride!
Tea on the Verandah
Sundays from July 7 – Sept. 1, 2024
You’ve been cordially invited to join us for Tea on the Verandah! Come enjoy a soothing cup of tea and savour delicious finger sandwiches along with gourmet pastries fresh from the Alberta Bakery. Once your done, enjoy the sights, sounds, smells and experiences of living history in the Historical Village.
Honey Bee Hive Tours
July 16, 2024; Aug. 8 and 20, 2024
Discover the fascinating world of honey bees at Heritage Park’s Hive Tours! Don your beekeeping suit and venture into a live beehive in the Historical Village to explore the colours and textures of fresh honeycombs, uncover the captivating lives of honey bees and take home your own piece of honeycomb as a unique souvenir. Get your tickets today and come experience Calgary’s best hive tour!
Music in the Plaza
Wednesdays July 3 – Aug. 28
Discover free live music in Calgary all summer long at Music in the Plaza! Each week, one of the best emerging live bands in Calgary will take the stage! Watch from the Selkirk patio as you enjoy dinner, or explore the shops of the Haskayne Mercantile Block before you setup your lawn chair and enjoy the show with popcorn in hand! Come experience one of the best free things to do in Calgary!
That Special Place We Call Heritage Park: 60 Years in the Community
March 26 – Aug. 25
Delve into “That Special Place We Call Heritage Park: 60 Years in the Community,” a new temporary exhibit and nostalgic tribute spanning the 60 years of the Park’s existence. The exhibit was curated here at the Park, using the memories from our community of employees and volunteers, artifacts from our collection, visuals of the Park through the years and one-of-a-kind items you won’t find anywhere else.
Gunn’s Dairy Barn is Now Open for a Breakfast Buffet!
Weekends and Holiday Mondays
On weekends and holiday Mondays, join us in Gunn’s Dairy Barn for a delicious breakfast buffet! The breakfast buffet is available from 10 am – 1 pm and features a wid array of mouth-watering options, from freshly baked Alberta Bakery pastries to farm fresh scrambled eggs and more! See you there!
Summer Camps
Summer Camps
Registration Open Now
The snow might be on the ground, but we know you’re thinking about fun things to do with the kiddos this summer. We have a wide range of summer camps available for children aged 6-15. These camps sell out fast – book your spot today!
Current and Upcoming Exhibits
Our New 60th Anniversary Exhibit!
Tuesday, March 26 – Aug. 25, 2024
Delve into “That Special Place We Call Heritage Park: 60 Years in the Community,” a new temporary exhibit and nostalgic tribute spanning the 60 years of the Park’s existence. The exhibit was curated here at the Park, using the memories from our community of employees and volunteers, artifacts from our collection, visuals of the Park through the years and one-of-a-kind items you won’t find anywhere else.
Journey Through Lightbulb History
Staying for an extended time!
Come see Heritage Park “shine a light” on the history of the Lightbulb with our temporary exhibit, “For Those Who Have Seen the Invention Pronounce it Wonderful: A Modernist View of the History of Light”. Created by Peter Tertzakian, this exhibit tells visitors about the history of the lightbulb, the various styles, its evolution and the beginning of electricity. With 14 different types of lightbulbs on display, we know this will be an illuminating experience!
Have you Heard?
Stay on Time for Your Train, Boat and Wagon Rides!
From May long weekend to Thanksgiving, you can take a Wagon ride, hop aboard our iconic steam train or go for a cruise on the S.S. Moyie. Plan your ride by viewing the schedules for these attractions.
Season Two of Our Podcast is Now Playing
Heritage Park offers great storytelling in its podcast. Featuring timely topics about the history of Western Canada, these Stories from The Park should be on your must-listen list.
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