Happy Monday, friends! We hope that you’ve had a relaxing weekend because these next few days are going to be wild. From one celebration to the next, here are 10 things to do in Calgary this week!
CELEBRATE PI DAY
You don’t have to be a mathematician to appreciate 3.14. This Monday, indulge in Pie from one of Calgary’s favourite spots like Pie Junkie, Pie Cloud and the Italian Centre Shop! Check out the link above for 5 spots where you can grab a slice this week.
When: Monday, March 14th
GRAB A DRINK AT THE TIPSY PARROT RUM SHACK
Don that Tommy Bahama and slip into some flip-flops! The Tipsy Parrot Popup Bar provides a much-needed break from the hustle and bustle of city life! Grab a boozy sip or snack on Caribbean bites and enjoy a tropical escape all without hopping on a plane.
When: Tuesdays – Saturdays
Where: Boulevard-level Fairmont Palliser – 133 9 Ave SW, Calgary
Time: 5 pm – 10 pm
HIT HERITAGE PARK FOR DINNER AND A MOVIE
It’s back, Calgary! Heritage Park’s Dinner and movie series will return this week with a showing of Brooklyn. Serving a themed meal and strong leads, this even will have you stuffed full of food and fun!
When: Wednesday, March 16th
Where: 1900 Heritage Dr. SW, Calgary
Time: 5:30 pm
EXPLORE THE ‘SISTINE CHAPEL’
Feeling artsy, Calgary? This week, check out Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition, a beautiful celebrates one of the most famous Renaissance painters in history. For more information or tickets, check out the link above.
When: Until April 15th
Where: 20 Roundup Way SE, Calgary
Cost: $24+
GET TOPSY TURVY AT THE ALICE POP-UP
Curious and Curiocuer. This week, Calgarians are encouraged to enjoy an unusual event where colours are a little brighter, directions are up for interpretation and unbirthdays are as merry as can be.
When: Until March 31st
Where: #1 – 3300 14th Ave NE, Calgary
Cost: $47
HIT WHISKEY ROSE SALOON FOR THEIR ST. PATTIES CELEBRATION
Serving $5 Lonestar in festive WR glasses, Calgary’s newest country bar is celebrating its first-ever St. Patrick’s Day – and you won’t want to miss it, especially because they’ll also have live music playing all night long.
When: Thursday, March 17th
Where: 1012 17 Ave SW, Calgary
WANDER THE NEW QUANTUM SANDBOX EXHIBIT
Need an escape? Spark’s permanent digital art gallery is the first of its kind in Canada and this week its new exhibit ‘Quantum Sandbox’ will take you to a whole new dimension. Check it out and say bon voyage to reality – you might not want to come back.
When: Now open
Where: 220 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary
Cost: Included in general admission ($26)
WADDLE WITH THE PENGUINS AT THE CALGARY ZOO
The years cutest even is back, folks! This week, As long as the weather permits, Calgarians are encouraged to waddle over to the Zoo for their adorable 10th annual Penguin Walk, starting at 10:30 am. Check it out and enjoy!
When: Every day until mid-March (weather depending)
Where: 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary
Time: 10:30 am
Cost: $29.95+
GET LUCKY AT THE CALGARY’S FARMERS MARKET
Looking for something wholesome? This week check out the Calgary Farmer’s Market and get lucky! With prizes, Irish entertainment and green cotton candy, shoppers – and even their kids will have a shamrockin’ time.
When: Thursday, March 17th
Where: 510 77th Avenue SE, Calgary, AB
LAUGH OUT LOUD AT JUBILATIONS NEW SHOW ‘SHIPP’S CREEK’
Last change, friends! From now until this Saturday, March 19th, Calgarians can check out Shipp’s Creek, a unique to Calgary parody of the popular beloved TV show starring Canadian royalty. For more information or to get your tickets now, check out the link above!
When: Until March 19th
Where: 1002 – 37th Street SW Calgary
Time: 6:15 pm
Cost: $38.95+
And there you have it, friends. 10 things to do in Calgary this week. Enjoy!
