Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Okotoks

"As the second largest urban park in Canada, Fish Creek Park is overflowing with activities. With Sikome Lake, educational programs and local events happening constantly, there’s never a dull moment in this park. Make sure to hit the visitor centre on your way in so they can tell you what’s happening around the park that day and if any areas are closed to do marathons, local events or construction."

"Fish Creek Provincial Park is located 25 minutes south of downtown Calgary. The popular park stretches out over 19 kilometres along its snaking namesake waterway. It’s accessible year-round and is a favourite getaway for Calgarians looking to escape the bustle of the city."

"Carburn Park is a vast natural area park along the Bow River with three man-made wetlands, a regional trail, and plenty of birds, waterfowl, and wildflowers to see. Senator Patrick Burns’ expansive prairie empire included Carburn Park, which was once the right-of-way for a train line that was to run between Calgary and Montana. Carburn Park was founded in the 1970s, and its name derives from “Carburn Aggregates,” the firm that purchased most of the land and built the ponds."

"This picnic spot is ideal for those looking for a quiet spot where they can really appreciate nature. There are multiple man-made lakes to admire and you can birdwatch – the area is home to a variety of different waterfowl such as Belted Kingfishers and Great Blue Herons. Bring your fishing poles if you’re interested in trying to catch a bite – no swimming here, though – or go for a paddle down the river in your canoe."

"Situated along the west bank of the Bow River, located in the southeastern corner of Calgary, this park spans roughly 153 acres (62ha). All that space makes it popular among dog walkers – and there’s also a large fenced-in area to let the pooches roam off-leash. But it’s a great place to hike, whether you’ve got two legs or four, and enjoy nature near the river."

"Formerly known as Southland Park, Sue Higgins Park is the mother of all dog parks in Calgary. Located along the banks of the Bow River, the destination is an excellent option for dog-lovers in southeast Calgary. At 62 hectares, the park is home to the largest off-leash area in the city."

"One of Calgary's newer parks, this is home to some great ponds, and dog parks all located at the end of Southland Drive and Deerfoot Trail. Learn more about Sue Higgins Park"

"South Glenmore Park features the Weaselhead Natural Park, which is located on the south side of the reservoir. The Variety Children’s Center, a playground and water park open to autistic children, as well as the Glenmore Sailing School is also located in South Glenmore. Moreover, Quinterra Legacy Garden Project is scheduled to open in 2020."

"It has a toddler area, a big schooled aged play structure and a new nautical spray park. It has recently received new structures to the playground as well. The park area has mature trees and there are pathways that run by the playground that continue along the water."

"South Glenmore Park surrounds the south side of the Glenmore Reservoir, including the Weaselhead Natural Area. It has numerous trails and pathways, tennis courts, playgrounds and the Variety Spray Park. Learn more about South Glenmore Park"

"It is often busy but they have lots of signage for covid protocols. The ice cream is average but the cafe is beautiful More reviews"

"The serene six-hectare wetland in the southwest part of the city is a prime example of how a developed area can be integrated with nature. Scenic trails, pathways, and a boardwalk meander over a bridge to a viewing platform through cattails and bulrushes where waterfowl are in abundance. Blue-winged teal, mallards, pintails, ducks, and blackbirds are often spotted."

"A post shared by Marie – Outdoor Photographer (@marie.cruttenden). Ralph Klein Park is a man-made wetland, constructed to improve stormwater quality before it enters the Bow River system. The park is home to a picnic area and a community orchard, which boasts five varieties of pear trees and eight varieties of apple trees."

"Unlike many of the playgrounds on his list, this is located on a very modest park area but it is still a Calgary favorite. With a pirate ship play structure on one side and a castle play structure on the other this playground provides an amazing opportunity for imaginative play. Nothing could be cooler than playing in a castle except maybe a pirate ship."

"A post shared by Patisserie Du Soleil (@patisserieyyc) on Sep 27, 2018 at 10:05am PDT. This is one of our favourite haunts in the Southwest. This little bakery and café rarely has a lineup, so it’s the perfect place to get in and out with kids."

"Believe it or not, one of our most popular searches is where to find cronuts in Calgary. If that is what you are craving, Patisserie du Soleil delivers. They have 2 locations, one in downtown Calgary and one in the Woodbine area."

"Big Catch Sushi Bar serves as a place for handmade sushi rolls, giving you the option to either dine in or take out their food. What makes them one of the best Japanese restaurants in Calgary is that their restaurant features an open sushi bar so customers can catch a glimpse of how sushi is made. Big Catch Sushi Bar also lives up to their motto referring to youki, which translates to bright energy."

"Big Catch Sushi Bar blends culture and history into the art of making sushi by preparing traditional Japanese ingredients using new techniques for an educational experience. The scallop carpaccio shooter with cold shucked Hokkaido scallop and yuzu mango vinocari is just one of many aesthetically pleasing dishes featuring a myriad of colours, textures and flavours."

"Monday – Tuesday: 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM Wednesday – Thursday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM Friday – Saturday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Sushi is another delicacy that the best seafood restaurant in Calgary should have. If you’re specifically craving sushi, Big Catch Sushi Bar has you covered."

"This cool and modern restaurant in Quarry Park offers ‘Kids Eat Free’ on Tuesdays. Kids must be under 12 to take advantage of this deal."

"Another hidden gem in the burbs for Chinese food is Bill’s Peking House, serving Chinese food since 1988!. When I told my friends I had so-so dim sum at the popular Silver Dragon, they took me to Bill’s Peking House as one of the best dim sum restaurants in Calgary. The must-order here is the steamed shrimp and scallop dumpling, which is rare to find even in Toronto."

"A photo posted by patrick_patman (@patrick_patman) on Dec 7, 2016 at 6:12am PST. With nearly 30 years of serving up Chinese food to hungry Calgarians, Bill’s Peking is a fave for many locals. While they’ve got some Western-style dishes, they also have more authentic Chinese fare, and are known for their delicious Peking Duck."