Top Things to Do in South Calgary This November (That Aren’t Outside)

November in Calgary can be chinook-mild one hour and blustery the next, so here’s your cozy, south-of-the-river game plan—starting with a giant bounce.

Bounce big at Flying Squirrel South Calgary
Wall-to-wall trampolines, dunk hoops, kid zones, a café, and easy online waivers make Flying Squirrel a slam-dunk for a grey day. The South location sits at 5342 72 Ave SE with posted hours right on the site; look for Neon Lights glow sessions on Friday and Saturday nights if you’ve got tweens or teens.

Make a day of it at Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton
Yes, it’s the world’s largest YMCA—with a competition and leisure aquatics centre, huge fitness campus, a theatre, and even a full Calgary Public Library branch under the same roof. Check the facility schedules before you go and mix swims, library time, and a snack for an easy half-day indoors.

Step back in time at Heritage Park’s Gasoline Alley Museum
When you want a warm, slower-paced afternoon, Gasoline Alley is open daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. year-round with vintage vehicles, hands-on exhibits, and plenty of space to wander. It’s entirely indoors and perfect for mixed-age families.

Catch a movie in the south
Two easy picks down south: Cineplex Cinemas Seton & VIP for big-format screens (and adult-only VIP lounges for date nights), and Canyon Meadows Cinemas for budget-friendly flicks—famously “All movies $5—every day!” Check listings and make it a dinner-and-a-movie combo.

Solve it together at The Locked Room – Fairmount Dr
Team up for an hour of puzzle-solving at this long-running escape-room spot near Southland Dr. The Fairmount location posts current hours and themes online—great for older kids, teens, and group nights.

Bowl (and snack) at Chinook Bowladrome
Classic family night, sorted. Chinook Bowladrome—right inside CF Chinook Centre—offers easy lane bookings. It’s convenient and pairs well with a mall treat after.

Hands-on nature at Bow Habitat Station (Inglewood)
Stay warm while you explore Alberta’s fish and wetlands story at the indoor Discovery Centre—open Tue–Sat, 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. It’s an easy, educational stop that works well with a hot chocolate run nearby.

Swim time at Trico Centre for Family Wellness
With an aquatic centre, rinks, a big fitness area, and full drop-in schedules, Trico Centre is a reliable southside option for open swims and family time. Confirm times online; the facility is at 11150 Bonaventure Dr.

Snack and stroll at Calgary Farmers’ Market - South Market
All indoors, all local: graze the food hall, let kids wiggle in the Barn Yard Kids play area, and pick up groceries for dinner. The south market is at 510 77 Ave SE with posted hours (generally Thu–Sun).

Quick planning tips (so your day actually happens)
• Pack the “indoor kit”: grippy socks for trampolines, swimsuits/towels if you’re mixing in a pool, and layers for chilly parking lots.
• Check hours the week of—museum and mall hours can shift around long weekends and events in November.

Keep the good vibes (and warm feet) going all month. When cabin fever hits, bounce on over to Flying Squirrel South Calgary—your high-octane, high-smile hangout for November family fun.