10 things to do in Calgary this weekend (July 4-6)

It’s finally here! After a year of anticipation, the Stampede has kicked off and there is a ton happening in and around the city. From the midway to the mountains, here are 10 of the very best things to do in Calgary this weekend.

The Calgary Stampede Parade

This Friday, celebrate the first day of the Greatest Show On Earth! The Calgary Stampede Parade is a must-see event featuring floats, performers, and crowds of people. Enjoy.

When: Friday, July 4, 2025
Where: Downtown Calgary – see route here
Time: 9 a.m. (prelude starts at 7:30 a.m.)
Admission: Free

Candlelight Concert: Fleetwood Mac

This Friday, enjoy a romantic candlelight tribute to Fleetwood Mac. Before heading to the Stampede grounds, enjoy the musical stylings of talented musicians surrounded by hundreds of brightly lit wicks.

When: Friday, July 4, 2025
Time: 9:15 p.m.
Where: 1401 10th Ave. SE, Calgary
Admission: $53+

Sponsored pick: Epic Weekends at Spruce Meadows

Last chance! Epic Weekends at Spruce Meadows have almost come to an end, but not before they screen more movies, feature more live music, more food, and more fun, alongside world-class show jumping. The best part? Tickets start at just $5 for seniors and kids aged 8 to 12, and will be $15 for adults. Kids under 8 get in for FREE.

When: Friday to Sunday, July 4 to 6, 2025
Times: Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the weekend.
Where: 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW, Calgary
Admission: $5+

Mexifest

It’s here! From the 4th to the 7th, you can enjoy live performances, luchador wrestling, authentic food and drink, an artisan market and a kids’ area at Mexifest. You’re going to have a blast.

When: Friday to Sunday, July 4 to 7, 2025
Time:  10:30 a.m.
Where: 200 Barclay Parade SW, Calgary
Admission: Free

Cowboys Music Festival

It’s that time again. The Cowboys Music Festival will kick off this weekend with Megan Maroney, Macklemore, Kygo, Fall Out Boy, Akon and More. Get your tickets now!

When: Friday to Sunday, July 4 to 13, 2025
Time: Various Times
Where: 1220 9th Ave. SW, Calgary
Admission: Varies

Foam Fest

Good, clean fun. This weekend, head to Lethbridge for Foam Fest, a 5-kilometre run with obstacles, waterslides, and mud pits.

When: Saturday, July 5, 2025
Time: 8 a.m.
Where: Nicholas Sheran Park, 245 McMaster Blvd. W., Lethbridge
Admission: $69.99 to register and participate

The Honky Tonk Market

Yahoo! If you need an outfit for the Stampede, look no further than the annual Honky Tonk Market, which will take place at the Core this weekend.

When: Wednesday, July 2 to 4, 2025 
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 324 8th Ave. SW, Calgary
Admission: $5

Splitsville

Strike! This weekend, Splitsville in Calgary Creekside is having Stampede Week Specials, perfect for families, friends, and anyone looking to cool off. Want to check it out? Use promo code Howdy50 to get 50% off bowling from opening to 1 p.m. or Howdy25 to get 25% off between 1 p.m. and midnight.

When: Deals from Friday to Sunday, July 4 to 13, 2025
Time: Times vary
Where: #120 12330 Symons Valley Rd. NW, Calgary
Admission: Prices vary

The Calgary Stampede

The moment you’ve all been waiting for! This weekend, you can finally get down at the iconic Calgary Stampede. If, however, you’d like to save a few dollars, check out one of their value days: July 4, 6, 8, and 9.

When: Friday to Sunday, July 4 to 13, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to midnight
Where: 1410 Olympic Way SE, Calgary
Admission: $25+

Canyon Ski Resort Summer Tube Slide 

Feeling brave? Located in Red Deer, Alberta, Canyon Ski Resort is an action-packed destination with Alberta’s first and only alpine coaster and the longest summer tube slide in Western Canada. What better way to slide into Stampede week!

When: Open now
Time: Various times
Where: 38433 Range Rd. 264A, Red Deer, Alta.
Admission: $5+

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