Happy Thursday! The sun is out, the sky is blue and we’ve got an action-packed few days ahead of us. Ready to jump right in? Here are just 10 exciting things to do this weekend in Calgary, most of which will get you out, about and having fun!
ATTEND THE CALGARY BLACK FILM FEST
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Celebrating excellence and art, Calgarians are encouraged to check out the Black Film Festival this week. Pop some corn and check it out. It’s going to be a good year!
When: Friday, May 26th – 29th, 2023
Where: See locations above
Time: Various times
Cost: $25+
VISIT WITH THE ANIMALS AT COBB’S ADVENTURE PARK
They’re back! This weekend, snuggle a kangaroo or two, go axe throwing, and place a bet on a round of minigolf! Cobb’s Adventure Park is finally open for the season and in our opinion, there’s really no better way to get outdoors than this.
Where: 1500 84th Street NE, Calgary
Time: 11 am – 5 pm
Tickets: $21+
WATCH HIGH-FLYING ACROBATS AT THE CIRCUS
Step right up, step right up. This week, The Royal Canadian International Circus will hit Calgary, presenting an exciting show that will delight the whole family. Don’t miss it!
When: Saturday, May 26th – June 4th, 2023
Where: 261055 Crossiron Blvd, Calgary
Time: 7 pm
Cost: $40+
WANDER A POP-UP GARDEN CENTRE
Have a green thumb? With wholesale prices, several locations across the city, and expert staff, the Glow Garden pop-ups are back! This annual shopping event is familiar to many and beloved by plant enthusiasts and admirers – so don’t miss it!
Where: See locations above
CHECK OUT A HUGE CHARITY PARTY
Featuring drinks, hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, live entertainment and a DJ, The Lewiston’s 7th Birthday charity party at Flores and Pine will not only get you on the dance floor and mingling with fun-loving Calgarians, it will also help raise money for the Love for Lewiston Foundation – an organization focused on raising awareness and funds for the Spinal Muscular Atrophy Community across Canada and The Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation.
Interested in attending? Get $25 each ticket with code CURIOCITY25 and enjoy!
When: Saturday, May 27th, 2023
Where: 254028 Bearspaw Road Calgary, AB T3L 2P7
Time: 7 pm
Cost: $25 off with code CURIOCITY25
HIT CALAWAY PARK
Looking for more fun in the sun? Adrenaline seekers are encouraged to ride the coaster or eat all the carnival food their stomachs can handle at Calgary’s Calaway Park which is not open for the season!
Where: 245033 Range Road 33, Calgary
OR THE CANYON SKI RESORT ALPINE COASTER
Ready to ride?! Red Deer’s epic Canyon Coaster is approximately 1,345 metres, can travel at a speed of 40 km/hr, has a 440-foot vertical drop in total and is now open for the season! Check out the link above for more information!
Where: 38433, Range Rd 264A, AB
Time: Wednesday – Sunday 11 am-6 pm
Cost: $25
ENJOY THE RISE UP HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL
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With 19 balloons and pilots from all over the country, those willing to take a drive should definitely check out the Rise Up Hot Air Balloon Festival. Here visitors can watch balloons take flight, will be encouraged to catch a family-friendly flick on Saturday night, and can attend their big Glow event, which takes place in the evening hours and is sure to delight and mesmerize onlookers. Enjoy!
When: Saturday, May 26th – 28th, 2023
Where: TBA Medicine Hat, Alberta
Cost: FREE
TAKE AN OUTDOOR YOGA CLASS
Inhale, exhale, stretch and sweat at an all-ages free Yoga class in Stanley Park – after all, there’s really a no better way to spend an afternoon than by winding down and breathing in some fresh air with your toes in the grass.
When: Every Sunday
Where: Stanley Park
Time: 1 pm
Cost: Pay-what-you-can
OR GO FOR A LEISURELY BIKE RIDE
Gear up and let your walls down this sunny season. From Fish Creek and Prince’s Island to Banff and Canmore, Calgary is blessed with hundreds of bike baths throughout the city, the mountains, and by the river. On your way, stop for a bite to eat, take 5 and watch the sunset or go wildlife watching – the province is your oyster.
And there you have, it friends – 10 things to do in Calgary this weekend. Now get yourselves out there and enjoy yourselves!
