December in Calgary is a magical and beautiful time of year!
Family and friends get together to celebrate the holiday season, the city is covered in a picturesque blanket of snow, and everyone is looking for the perfect Christmas activities to experience together with their loved ones.
During the festive season, engaging in holiday activities can foster a sense of connection, community, and joy. Additionally, doing fun activities can start new holiday traditions and provide opportunities for social interaction and meaningful experiences.
In this blog post, we’ve listed five activities seniors can enjoy this holiday season.
5 Activities That Will Get Seniors in the Holiday Spirit
1. Once Upon a Christmas
Location: Heritage Park (1900 Heritage Dr. SW, Calgary, AB T2V 2X3)
Admission Cost: $9.95 (plus GST) for Seniors 65+
Date: Middle of November – middle of December
Celebrate the magic of Christmas at Heritage Park’s Once Upon A Christmas event! This festive, old-time Christmas spirit-themed event features a range of activities for older adults, including wagon rides, carolers singing holiday songs, unique shopping opportunities, and so much joy to fill your heart.
Learn more about Once Upon a Christmas.
2. ZOOLIGHTS
Location: The Calgary Zoo (210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, AB T2E 7V6)
Regular ZOOLIGHTS Admission Cost: $21.95+
Sunlight to ZOOLIGHTS Admission Cost: $43.95 for seniors 60+
Date: Middle of November – beginning of January
One of the most enchanting sights to see is the ZOOLIGHTS at the Calgary Zoo!
ZOOLIGHTS lets senior loved ones and their family members adventure through a magical winter landscape while enjoying spectacular holiday lights and stunning lit-up Christmas trees.
Unfortunately, due to colder temperatures, you won’t be able to see all of the animals during your night adventure. However, you can purchase “Sunlight to ZOOLIGHTS” tickets, where you can spend the day visiting your favourite zoo animals and exhibits and then take in the sparkling lights of ZOOLIGHTS at night. This combo ticket is a cost-effective and wonderful way to enjoy everything the zoo has to offer this holiday season.
Learn more about activities at the Calgary Zoo.
3. A Christmas Carol at Theatre Calgary
Location: Theatre Calgary (220 9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 5C4)
Date: End of November – End of January
A Christmas Carol is a timeless tale of Scrooge and the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. Theatre Calgary puts on this play, a hallmark activity for local families in Calgary.
The accessible theatre is the perfect venue to take in this family-friendly, 2-hour play that is sure to get you in the holiday mood! As a December activity, this one is a year-after-year family staple.
Visit the Theatre Calgary website to learn when A Christmas Carol will be on this year.
4. Glow YYC
Location: Nutrien Western Event Centre (1800 Stampede Trail SE, Calgary, AB T2G 5A2)
Date: Month of December
Looking for a way to get your dose of the holiday season without your dose of winter weather? Check out Glow YYC, a light and shopping event located in the Nutrien Western Event Centre.
This event includes a handful of attractions, including:
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- Immersive light gardens
- A local Christmas market with holiday treats, cards, and other gifts
- Live entertainment
- Games and other activities for grandkids
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This event is the perfect place to do your holiday shopping or spend time enjoying the festive displays with your loved ones.
Learn more about Glow YYC.
5. Lougheed House Christmas
Location: Lougheed House (707 13 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0K8)
Cost: $6.50 for seniors 65+
Date: Month of December
There’s nothing quite like seeing a historic house with all its’ halls decked with holly! The Lougheed House boasts 20 rooms and nooks, all decorated for the holiday season. This is one of our favourite December activities that has been running since 1891!
In addition to the stunning lit-up home, the Christmas event offers fun programs like intimate and unforgettable experiences with classic characters like Santa and Scrooge.
Learn more about the Lougheed House Christmas.
Get Companionship This Holiday Season
There’s no better way to boost mental health and have a happy holiday than by doing fun Christmas activities.
Interested in attending one of these fantastic holiday events but wish you had someone to go with? Or do you live far away from your elderly loved one and want to find someone to accompany them for holiday activities? Ohana Care is here for you.
At Ohana Care, we offer companion care, where a certified caregiver can join you or your loved one during these holiday activities. But the companionship doesn’t have to stop there.
Our caregivers will build a strong relationship with you or your loved one, where you can spend time playing games, doing holiday-themed puzzles, gift wrapping, creating holiday cards, decorating the Christmas tree, or having a movie night watching classic movies like It’s a Wonderful Life!
Fostering companionship is a wonderful way to encourage seniors to go out and stay positive throughout the dark and cold winter season while creating cherished memories.
Contact us to learn how our compassionate team can elevate your or your loved one’s holiday season with supportive and engaging companionship.
