Calgary is a wonderful place to live. From the food scene to the amazing arts and culture, our city has it going on. But living that good life proves to be pretty expensive from time to time. Thankfully, there are tons of free things going on this February. To make sure you get out and about, we came up with a list of free things to do in Calgary this coming month. We understand the importance of saving money while at the same time enjoying the city you live in. That's why we came up with a list of nine free things to do in Calgary this February. From winter-themed activities to tours, there are tons of things happening this month and all at the glorious cost of zero dollars. Whether you hit the town alone or with a group of friends, all the events are 100% free and that’s something to be excited about. You may want to bookmark this page as these events run at different times throughout the month. We know it's easy to not follow through on events, even if you're actually interested in them. But, luckily for you, these babies are way too good to pass up. Now get out there and live it up at no cost. Ice skating at Olympic Plaza When: Multiple dates Address: Olympic Plaza, 228 8 Ave. S.E., Calgary Why You Need To Go: If you haven't skated yet this winter, now is your chance. Strap on the blades and have a game of hockey or just show off your skills at the gorgeous Olympic Plaza. View this post on Instagram The Olympic Plaza skating rink is now open for the 2019/20 season.Skate rentals are free this weekend!! Tag your skating partner or the person you drag down, when you fall ⛸ . . . . . . #winterwonderland #calgary #travelalberta #curiocalgary #calgaryisbeautiful #yyc #yycnow #canadian #lowperpesctive #calgaryalberta #calgaryliving #imagesofcanada #explorecanada #dailyviewcalgary #dailyhivecalgary #yycevents #calgarynow #calgaryvibe #alberta #streetphotography #yyclife #nikoncanada #explorecanada #calgarysworld #skating #nikon #loveyyc #olympicplaza @downtowncalgary @canadasworld @curiocitycalgary @tourismcalgary @calgaryisbeautiful A post shared by Jesse Elliott (@jesse.ell) on Nov 21, 2019 at 5:08pm PST Website Curling on the Island Address: St. Patrick's Island, Calgary Why You Need To Go: If you have never tried one of Canada’s past times, now is your chance. Whether you play solo or with a team, just be sure to dress warm. View this post on Instagram When you find a Street Curling rink in the wild 👌⠀ ⠀ On St. Patrick’s Island in Calgary, Alberta a Street Curling rink is set up for public use. Street Curling is a year-round activity that can be enjoyed indoors and out, even during snowy winters.⠀ ⠀ 🥌⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ #curling #curlanywhere #streetcurling #experientialmarketing #eventideas #corporatemarketing #businessdevelopment #experientialevents #brandmarketing #smsports #smsport #liveevents #eventspecialists #uniqueevents #corporateevents #corporatemarketing #eventactivations A post shared by Rock Solid Productions Inc. (@rocksolidcurling) on Jan 17, 2020 at 12:18pm PST Website Games Night at Heritage Park When: Thursday, February 27, 2020 Address: Heritage Park, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, AB Why You Need To Go: The last Thursday of the month, you can play a wide variety of board games totally for free. Get ready for all the friendly competition you can handle. View this post on Instagram Una #partidita ? #monopoly #monopolygame #monopolyecuador #edicionespecial #tardesdejuego #pinedenques #pinedademarbeach #beachtime #beachlife🌴 #sweethome #partida #love #pictofday #dados #xiaomimi9 #xiaomi #pizza #relax @geovanna.gonzalezvillacis #barna2020 #maresmepower #calella #costa #beach #newhome A post shared by Ana Tascón (@gragonana) on Jan 31, 2020 at 10:45am PST Website Hit Up a Used Book Sale When: Saturday, February 1 to Sunday, February 2 Address: Books Between Friends Bookstore, 3434 34 Ave. N.E., Calgary, AB Why You Need To Go: Reading is good for you and at this book sale, it’s also good for the Alberta Guide Dogs. Browse through over 40,000 books that are all $2 or less. All the proceeds go to help Alberta Guide Dogs so you can feel good about your purchases. View this post on Instagram I am one happy homeschooling mamma right now, having just scored this bag stuffed with books for 25-50 cents a piece at our library’s Autumn book sale! 🍁Who else gets giddy over pre-loved books? Most of them are science books for my nature-obsessed wildboys, some about dragons and world mythology as that’s what they are currently interested in, and some really gorgeous vintage and picture books as well. I’ll try to post some of the beautiful illustrations in my stories tomorrow morning! 🧡 📖 A post shared by Leah Damon (@leahdamon) on Oct 4, 2019 at 4:49pm PDT Website Free First Thursdays at Glenbow When: Thursday, February 6, 2020 Address: Glenbow Museum, 130 9 Ave. S.E., Calgary, AB Why You Need To Go: On the first Thursday of every month, you can get into the Glenbow Museum for free. It’s a great way to spend an evening and check out some amazing art. View this post on Instagram let’s make a tik tok 🤪 #hcxo #influencehercollective #collegeitgirl #fashion #yyc #calgary #cfashionista #yycnow #underatedicons #hcwearswhat #yyclife #loveyyc #calgary #ootd #fashion A post shared by Ya-na | Јана Јаневска 🍑 (@jana.janevska) on Dec 28, 2019 at 4:51pm PST Website GLOW Winter Light Festival When: Friday, February 14 to Sunday, February 16 Address: Downtown Calgary, Calgary, AB Why You Need To Go: It’s time to get outdoors and experience the “glow.” During this event, there will be food, drinks, ice carvers, and some gorgeous Christmas lights. Not to mention, there is an epic ice slide that is calling your name. View this post on Instagram Fun night at glow Calgary. Great idea to get you outside. Reminded us that pot is legal to smoke in public! *sniff, sniff" #glowcalgary #yyc #winterschminter A post shared by Kenn Brandon (@onetwentyeight) on Feb 16, 2019 at 11:13pm PST Website Calgary Polar Dip When: Saturday, February 22 Address: Mahogany Home Owner's Beach Club, 29 Masters Park S.E., Calgary, AB Why You Need To Go: While it may cost money to dip, it is totally free to attend. Stand at the sidelines and watch as literally hundreds of crazy people strip down to their bathing suits and crazy costumes and dive into below freezing water all for a good cause. It’s a hilarious sight, to say the least. View this post on Instagram Calling all brave Dipsters! You are the Champions of this event! Register today and take a stand for justice! Link in bio. Registration $34.99 until November 30th. #calgaryicebreaker A post shared by Calgary Icebreaker Polar Dip (@calgaryicebreaker) on Oct 16, 2019 at 7:58am PDT Website Canmore Winter Carnival When: Friday, February 28 to Saturday, February 29 Address: Downtown Canmore, 902 7 Ave., Canmore, AB Why You Need To Go: Winters are magical and what better way than to experience it then at the Canmore Winter Carnival? From skating parties and ice carving to street hockey and sled dog races, literally everything is going on and it’s all free. View this post on Instagram Head out to Canmore this weekend to take part in their Winter Carnival. Events include ice carving, kid n mutt races, and log sawing! #canmorewintercarnival #getoutdoors #icecarvingcompetition A post shared by eServus Calgary (@eservuscalgary) on Feb 1, 2018 at 10:53am PST Website Take a Roasterie Tour When: Multiple dates Address: 618 Confluence Way S.E., Calgary, AB Why You Need To Go: If you like coffee then you will love this. You can literally tour a popular coffee shop for free. Maybe you will even get to try some of their famous coffee while you’re there. View this post on Instagram ☕️ #cafe #latergram #yyc #yycliving #ps #curiocitycalgary #yycnow #yycliving #captureyyc #whatsupcalgary #alberta #yyclife #capturecalgary #calgarybuzz #403 #sharecalgary #calgarylife #coffee #yyctoday #travelalberta #calgaryevents #shareyyc #yycevents #yycbuzz #flatchat #coffeeshop #mardaloop #cookiebutter #acaciakerseypresets #philandsebastian A post shared by reils. ❄️ (@rmctagg) on Mar 15, 2019 at 7:12am PDT Website