Happy Thursday! Whether you want to get out and active, eat your way to Sunday, or enjoy some live music there is a whole lot to do in and around Calgary this weekend. Not quite sure what to put on your itinerary? Here are just 10 activities you can check out over the next few days! Enjoy!
HIT THE GRAND OPENING OF THE RANGEVIEW FARMERS’ MARKET
Slip on some comfy shoes, friends. Calgary’s first-ever garden-to-table community is having its grand opening event this Saturday. Walk through 7 incredible showhomes, the petting zoo, and of course their marketplace, get your kiddo’s face painted, and enter to win some amazing prizes like an electric scooter during one of their many giveaways!
When: Saturday, September 11th
Where: Rangeview Blvd SE, Calgary, AB
Time: 12 pm – 5 pm
Cost: Free
INDULGE IN LE BURGER WEEK
We hope you’ve got a pair of clean stretchy pants, friends, because Canada’s meatiest festival, Le Burger Week, is back. From local bars to cafes Calgary is in for one last week of some wildly tasty creations in celebration of its 10th anniversary and we couldn’t be more excited. Bon Appetit, friends!
When: Until September 14th
Where: see above
WANDER THE CALGARY FARMERS’ MARKET POP-UP
From live music and food trucks to vendors and more, this exciting event is said to be fun for the whole family! Starting Saturday, September 11th at 10 am, the Calgary Farmers’ Market will be holding their very last Greenwich popup of 2021 and you’re not going to want to miss it!
When: Saturday, September 11th
Where: 25 Greenbriar Drive NW, Calgary
Time: 10 am – 3 pm
GET LOST IN DRUMHELLER’S T-REX CORN MAZE
Known to the locals as THE place you go when you’ve got the meats, The Sunny Spot has an eatery with incredible burgers, an adorable garden market, and is also home to an impressive cornfield where Albertan’s can exercise their sense of direction. Think you’ve got what it takes to get from point A to point B?
When: Wednesdays – Mondays all summer long
Where: 5225 Highway 10 East Drumheller, AB
Cost: $8
EXPLORE THE VAN GOGH IMMERSIVE EXHIBIT
Big news, Calgary! Van Gogh Immersive Exhibit has actually been extended! This weekend. immerse yourselves into the wonderfully colourful world of a mad genius! Guided by his own dreams, thoughts, and words, experience the world of the troubled artist as if it were the first time.
When: Until Sunday, September 26th
Where: 20 Roundup Way SE, Calgary
Time: See times above
Cost: $35+
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MIX, MINGLE, MEET AND GREET CELEBS AT THE COMIC EXPO
It’s here, Calgary! After several cancellations, a rescheduled date or two and much anticipation, the city’s massive pop culture event will return this weekend! Check out the link above to see the insane list of celebrity guests taking a booth at this year’s event or to get your tickets!
When: Friday, September 10th – 12th
Where: 20 Roundup Way SE, Calgary
Cost: $30
CHECK OUT CALGARY’S ‘DARK ARTS’
We’re getting down to the wire, Calgary! This weekend, suit up and check out the city’s one-of-a-kind interim art gallery and lounge. This incredible spot will only be around until September 19th so do not miss it, friends.
When: Open until September 19th
Where: 608-1st Street SW
PARTY ON DURING BELTLINE’S BLOX FESTIVAL
Alright, pals! Turns out, the folks behind the BIG Winter Classic, just couldn’t wait for the snow to fall – so we hope you’re ready to party! Featuring 5 different local and live bands, The Blox Party, a late-summer celebration, is just one more fantastic opportunity to grab your friends, a few drinks and vibe along to some hometown talent!
When: Saturday, September 11th
Where: The Goat Shop – 708 11 Ave SW #103, Calgary | Inner City Brewing – 820 11 Ave SW, Calgary
Time: 7 pm, 8 pm, 9:15 pm
Cost: Free – $15
CELEBRATE HALLOWEEKEND’S AT CALAWAY PARK
Looking to do something a little more fast-paced or spooky to end the summer? Adrenaline junkies prepare yourselves because Calaway Park has announced the return of Halloweekend, a series of ‘terrifying’ events for you and the whole family. Mask up and head out for a full day of sun, fun, parades, witchy meet and greets and of course, cheap and delicious carnival food.
When: Weekends from September 11th – October 11th
Where: 245033 Range Road 33, Calgary
Cost: $47.95+
EAT APPLE EVERYTHING AT GRANARY ROAD
This weekend, slip into on a pair of booties then head over to one of Calgary’s favourite fun farms for Applefest, a pie-heavy day of ooey-gooey goodness, cinnamon and excitement. Featuring wild apple-based foods, jams, ciders and more this sweet festival, will not be one to miss. It’s going to be delish!
When: Saturday, September 11th and 12th
Where: 226066 112 St W, Foothills County, AB
Whew! That’s it, friends! 10 things to do this weekend in Calgary! Looks pretty dang good, doesn’t it? Enjoy, have fun and be safe out there, friends!
