LOCAL THINGS TO DO

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LOCAL THINGS TO DO ✪

Looking for things to do in Chestermere or Langdon? This page is your starting point.

Whether you’re trying to figure out where kids can run around after school, which sports fields exist, what’s open seasonally, or where unstructured recreation actually happens, we’ve pulled it together in one place.

This isn’t a curated “top 10” list. It’s a practical hub that shows what’s available year-round, what’s seasonal, and where to go when you’re looking for something specific. You’ll find links to detailed guides, event roundups, and local articles throughout, so you can dig deeper when you need to. Updated February 5, 2026

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Things to Do in Chestermere & Langdon

Seasonal Events & Festivals

From family festivals to holiday traditions, Chestermere and Langdon host events throughout the year. This section highlights annual favourites and seasonal happenings, with links to guides and event roundups as they’re published.

  • Fall & Winter Events 2026 – Festivals, community gatherings, and holiday celebrations happening around town for all ages. Read More →

  • Light the Lake – A local holiday lights competition. Read More →

  • Holiday Fun around the Lake & beyond - Santa sightings and other fun. Read More →

  • Winter Lights Festival - Chestermere’s annual kick-off to winter. Read More →

  • Chestermere Children’s Festival 2026 – Our brand-new festival just for kids and families.
    Read More →.​

  • Spring & Summer Chestermere Events 2025 - Whether you’re chasing live music, looking for family fun, or just want to know what the heck is going on around town, this 2025 Chestermere events guide has you covered. Read More →

  • Spring & Summer Langdon Events 2025 - Small-town parades, classic car shows, or science club Saturdays at the library, we’ve got it all. Read More →.

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Classes, PRograms and Free activities

Looking for something a little more structured? This section includes registered programs, drop-in activities, and free community offerings for kids, teens, and adults throughout the year.

  • Yoga Classes – Stretch, breathe, and enjoy a little calm. Read More →

  • Parent & Caregiver Programs – Free sessions for children and caregivers, 0–13, including play, social skills, and fun activities. Read More →

  • Spring & Summer Camps & Activities – Skating, hockey, and other fun community drop-ins. Read More →

  • Fall & Winter Programs– Skating, hockey, curling and other fun programs.
    Read More →.

    Little Free Libraries - Little Free Libraries are small, community-driven book-sharing boxes where anyone can take a book or leave a book. Read More →

  • Adult Fun - from live music to creative workshops and learning experiences. Read More →

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parks, trails & outdoor recreation

These are the unstructured spaces you can use without booking. Walking paths, playgrounds, wheeled sports, and casual outdoor spots that are open year-round, weather permitting.

Walking Trails & Parks

Urban Gardening - Chestermere has two community gardens. Learn more →

Wheeled Sports

  • Chestermere Bike Park at 333 W Creek Drive

  • Chestermere Skateboard park at 300 Merganser Drive

  • Langdon Park skateboard park - located by the Fieldhouse

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Sport Fields and Courts

This section covers outdoor sports infrastructure across Chestermere and Langdon, including fields and courts used for both organized sports and casual play. Booking requirements vary by location.

  • Chestermere diamonds - three at the Chestermere Rec Centre, booked through the rec centre, one at Chestermere Lake Middle School and one on the playing fields behind Prairie Waters Elementary/St Gabriel the Archangel schools, both booked through the city. Utlized heavily by Chestermere Adult Slow Pitch and Chestermere Crushers Baseball 

  • Iron Horse Fields Langdon - quad ball diamond, managed by the Langdon Little League

  • Langdon Park diamonds - managed by the Langdon Community Association

  • Soccer fields - soccer fields at the Chestermere Rec Centre, booked through the rec centre.  Prairie Waters Elementary, West Lakeview Drive, booked through the city. Youth soccer is offered through Chestermere United FC

  • Football - a field at the Chestermere High School. Community football is provided through the Chestermere Chiefs Community Football program.

  • Rugby - no dedicated space, although there is room behind Prairie Waters Elementary/St Gabriel the Archangel schools. Rugby is offered by the Vikings Rugby Association. 

  • Basketball pads - several local schools have outdoor pads available outside of school hours. There is a small pad at Triangle Park.

  • Outdoor beach volleyball at Sunset Park

  • Chestermere Pickleball - Outdoor courts located in The Cove. No bookings required

  • Langdon Park - two tennis courts, eight pickleball courts, rebound walls. First-come, first-served, although you may book through the Langdon Community Association for group sessions.

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water activities (Chestermere Lake)

Chestermere Lake is at the centre of summer recreation in the community. This section outlines water-based activities, access points, and seasonal use, including both motorized and non-motorized options.

  • Fishing & Wildlife

    • Chestermere Lake: Popular for fishing during both summer and winter seasons.​

    • McKinnon Flats: Located south of Dalemead on the Bow River and Range Road 274, this area offers picnic sites and is a favoured spot for trout fishing. Wildlife such as deer and various bird species are commonly sighted. ​

    • Fishing licenses are required

  • Swimming: Access at Anniversary Park, Cove Beach and Sunset Park

  • Non-Motorized: Paddleboarding, kayaks available for rent at the Chestermere Landing Marina. Kayak launch located at John Peake Park.

  • Motorized - Jet skiing, water skiing, wakeboarding, tubing

  • Boat launch: Located at John Peake Park. Launch fees apply, and boats must be registered.

  • Sailing - Calgary Yacht Club

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Winter Activities

When winter hits, outdoor recreation shifts but doesn’t stop. This section highlights seasonal winter activities, including sledding hills, outdoor skating rinks, and other weather-dependent options.

  • Sledding hills - Chestermere Lake Middle School, East Lake School and one along Marina Drive. These are small hills. 

  • Outdoor rinks - Various locations throughout Chestermere and at Langdon Park

  • Ice fishing

  • Family-friendly winter festivals

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Golf Courses,  Driving Ranges, Disc Sports

From traditional golf courses to disc sports, this section lists local and nearby options for players of all skill levels, many of which are open seasonally.

  • Lakeside Golf Club (Chestermere): An 18-hole course with scenic views of Chestermere Lake.​

  • HeatherGlen Golf Course (Rocky View County): An 18-hole course located on Range Road 284 and Glenmore Trail.

  • Heritage Pointe Golf Club: Located nearby, offering a challenging course amidst beautiful landscapes.​

  • 9-hole disc golf course located behind St Gabriel the Archangel school. Booking is not required.

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Equestrian Trails & Ranch Experiences

Chestermere and the surrounding area are home to several equestrian facilities offering lessons, boarding, and riding experiences. Availability, access, and registration vary by location.

  • Sweet Talk Stables, Calgary, AB, Offers Western and English riding lessons, promoting comprehensive horsemanship from beginner to international competition levels.

  • Riqueza Riding Academy, Rocky View County, AB, Offers Hunter/Jumper lessons for all rider levels, horse training, and participation in various show circuits. 

  • Sunrise Stables, Chestermere, AB: A quaint facility offering horse boarding, training, and riding lessons for enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels.

  • Fantasy Ridge Farms, Rocky View County, AB: With over 20 years of experience, this farm offers various equestrian services, including boarding and training.

  • Southern Run Equestrian, Strathmore, AB, Offers Western and English horseback riding lessons and emphasizes a positive and supportive learning environment.

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Community Spaces & Rentals

Some activities require booked space. This section includes community halls, meeting rooms, and other facilities that can be rented for programs, sports, events, and gatherings.

  • Chestermere Recreation Centre - 201 West Chestermere Drive

    • Banquet hall, multi-purpose hall, meeting rooms, ball diamonds, ice arenas, curling rink

  • Synergy Centre for Community Leadership - 101, 340 Merganser Drive W.

    • Small meeting space available to rent

  • Camp Chestermere - 1041 East Lakeview Road

    • Banquet facilities, meeting space, outdoor rental space

  • Chestermere Public Library - 105B Marina Road

    • Small meeting room. Tables in the common area for studying, reading, conversation

  • Langdon Fieldhouse - 344 Centre Street

    • Small banquet hall