Parenting can be tough, especially on rainy days, when housebound kids tend to get bored and rangy. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Here are some great family-fun destinations that’ll fire up those grey and gloomy days.
A great way to spend the afternoon is learning about the Canadian Forces and their contributions to our great nation. The Military Museums of Canada is open seven days a week. Children under the age of seven and military veterans visit free of charge.
Get up close and personal with various planes and gliders that have plied the skies throughout aeronautical history. The beautifully maintained collection of flying machines housed at this big northeast Calgary facility is downright impressive. The second Thursday of each month is Movie Night: aeroplane-themed screen at 7 pm.
This is the place to take adrenaline-seeking children. Kids and their parents will enjoy the rush of racing around its 50,000 square-foot indoor go-kart facility. Zip around the track in fully electric, eco-friendly vehicles.
Stir Crazy focuses on providing safe, indoor fun for families with children 12 years of age and under. Take advantage of this spacious recreational facility that features a huge play structure, bounce houses, arcade and concession stand as well as a play area for smaller children. It has everything you need for a day of play!
Gasoline Alley Museum is located next to the main gate of Heritage Park Historical Village. Kids can learn about its many antique autos and memorabilia as well as doing crafts and games. Admission is included with Heritage Park entry.