Get ready and stay ready folks. Valentine’s is nearly here, love is in the air and the Super Bowl is upon us! With this in mind, you best believe that the next few days are going to be busy, exciting, and full of opportunities. From festivals to parties here are 10 things to do in Calgary this weekend.
EXPLORE, ILLUMINATE & INTERACT WITH THE CITY AT GLOW FESTIVAL
Experience the Glow Winter Light Festival from February 10-12 & February 17-19. Enjoy all the fun of interactive light displays, art, entertainment, food trucks and so much more in the heart of the downtown core. For more information, visit www.glowfestyyc.ca.
When: Thursday, February 10th -12th & 17th-19th
Where: See locations above
Time: 6 pm – 11 pm
HIT THE WHISKEY ROSE TAILGATE PARTY
Football and tailgates go together kind of like peanut butter and jelly – so naturally, it only makes sense that this is how you celebrate the Super Bowl! This Sunday drink your way through $25 buckets of Bud & Budlight and catch the game on the big screen at Calgary’s new hotspot Whiskey Rose.
When: Sunday, February 13th
Where: 1012 17 Ave SW, Calgary
WATCH THE PENGUINS WADDLE THROUGH THE CALGARY ZOO
Get ready, get set! For the 10th year in a row, check out the Zoo has kicked off the adorable annual Penguin Walk! This event is weather permitting, so make sure you check out their website before heading out!
When: Until mid-March (weather depending)
Where: 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary
Time: 10:30 am
Cost: $29.95+
MAKE A SPLASH AT HOTEL ARTS ARTS
We hope your bathing suit and flip-flops aren’t hidden too far in the back of your closet! This Friday and every Friday for the rest of the month, check out Hotel Arts for a splashin’ pool party that will be accompanied by a live DJ, drinks and food. Please note that space is very limited and first come first serve. If you’d like to stay the night, please book through their front desk directly.
When: Friday, February 11th, 18th and 25th
Where: 119 12 Ave SW Calgary, AB
Time: 6 pm – 9 pm
Cost: Free with purchase of food and drink
SIP YOUR WAY THROUGH YYC HOT CHOCOLATE FEST
With over 70 restaurants and cafes around the city participating, the annual YYC Hot Chocolate Festival is back! This weekend, hit one, hit a couple, or hit them all and taste your way around town. The World is your oyster.
When: Until February 28th
Where: Participating Restaurants
SKATE THE TOP DECK RINK FOR CHARITY
Want to feel the wind through your hair? You’re encouraged to lace up and go for a glide your way through the weekend at Southcentre Mall. Here, they’ve converted a parade into a skating rink for good, so you won’t want to miss checking it out. For more information check out the link above.
When: Until March
Where: 100 Anderson Rd SE, Calgary (Upper deck of the North East Parkade)
Time: Thursday and Friday – 3 pm to 7 pm | Saturday and Sunday – 11 am to 7 pm
Cost: $2 per person
STICK A FORK IN LA POUTINE WEEK
Canada’s tastiest has kicked off, Calgary, which means you’re in for a full week of cheese curds, gravy and goodness brought to us by some of your favourite restaurants. Don’t miss it, it’ll be over before you know it!
When: Until February 14th
Where: Participating Restaurants
BASK IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT AT THE ZOO
Love is in the air, and the kids are tucked away in their beds at home. This weekend, in celebration of Valentine’s Day, the Calgary Zoo will hold a cheeky adults-only date night, featuring fantastic food, scandalous presentations and drinks!
When: February 12th – 14th
Where: 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary
Time: 5:30 pm
Cost: $115+
FALL DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE AT THE ALICE POPUP
Curiouser and curiouser! This weekend, Calgarians can finally check out the Alice in Wonderland Popup bar where colours are a little brighter and directions are up for interpretation. Here guests can sip themed cocktails, play games and snap as many picks as their little hearts desire.
When: Until March 31st
Where: #1 – 3300 14th Ave NE, Calgary
Cost: $47
TREAT YOURSELF FOR PALENTINE’S DAY
Single? Treat yourself! This weekend, link up with your bestie for the Fairmont Banff Springs indulgent Palentine’s experience, a build your own staycation package featuring drinks, dinner’s and afternoon tea dates that will make you feel like the king, queen or fearless badass that you are.
When: Friday, February 11th – 13th
Where: 405 Spray Avenue, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Cost: Cost varies
There you have it love birds! 10 things to do in Calgary this weekend. Enjoy, stay safe, and have fun!
