It’s Monday and we hope that you’ve had a fantastic weekend, but it’s time to get back into things! Luckily, there are a ton of fun things to do this time around, from immersive experiences to food festivals. Not sure what’s happening? Here are 10 things to do this week in Calgary.
Mirror Mirror
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Headed to the mall? This week, let your imagination run wild when Moment Factory’s latest adventure, ‘Mirror Mirror’ at Chinook Centre. Surrounded by colour and whimsical images, this immersive experience is not one to be missed.
When: Friday, February 2nd – March 31st, 2024
Where: 6455 Macleod Trail, Calgary
Cost: $16+
La Poutine Week
La Poutine Week is here! Between now and the 7th this event will delight Calgarians with inventive poutine creations made by your favourite restaurants.
When: Thursday, February 1st-7th, 2024
Where: Participating Restaurants
Calgary Hitmen vs. Regina Pats
Let’s go! This Wednesday, cheer on the Calgary Hitmen as they take on the Regina Pats at the iconic Scotiabank Saddledome!
When: Wednesday, February 7th, 2024
Where: 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
Time: 7 pm
Cost: $17+
YYC Hot Chocolate Fest
The sweetest festival of the year is here! The annual YYC Hot Chocolate Festival is here and this year, there are a ton of restaurants and cafes around the city participating. You can hit one, hit a couple, or hit them all, the city is your oyster!
When: Thursday, February 1st-29th, 2024
Da Vinci: The Exhibition
Feeling artsy? Described as a hands-on examination of the artist’s life and research, Calgary’s new Da Vinci experience will feature 60 fully-built life-sized inventions, more than 20 studies and dozens of beautiful displays.
When: Until May 5th, 2024
Where: TELUS Spark Science Centre – 220 Saint George’s Drive Northeast, Calgary
Cost: $26
Feist
Known for songs like 1234 and Inside and Out, Canada’s very own Feist will take Calgary’s Palace Theatre this week. For more information and tickets, check out the link above.
When: Thursday, February 8th 2024
Where: The Palace Theatre – 219 8th Avenue SW, Calgary
Time: 7 pm
Cost: $59+
Snow Rodeo
it’s time! The Calgary Snow Rodeo is a weeklong festival that will feature world-class snowboarders, trick riders and so much more and it kicks off this Friday. Don’t miss it, it’s going to be wild!
When: Thursday, February 8th-11th, 2024
Where: 88 Canada Olympic Rd SW, Calgary
Tobogganing
Winter is in full swing and with a nip in the air and snow on the ground, we’re ready to hit the hills! This week, bundle up and check out 10 of the best toboggan destinations in the city!
Spark After Dark
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They say you’re supposed to learn one new thing every day, but this week, do so with a drink in your hand. TELUS Spark’s adult night is back and this this time around they’ll explore Tender Tingles and Tantalizing Science.
When: Friday, February 9th, 2024
Where: Telus Spark Science Centre – 220 St. George’s Drive NE
Time: 6 pm – 12 pm
Cost: $26+
Ethnik Festival of Arts and Culture
Black History Month is here! Promoting leadership and inspiring younger generations to express more genuine versions of themselves, The Ehtnik Festival will feature Brick and Lace, Dr. Helen Paul, Shalli and more!
When: Friday February 9th-10th, 2024
Where: 136 8 Ave SE, Calgary, AB Calgary
Time: 5 pm – 10 pm
Cost: $25
Whew, there you have it, friends. 10 things to do in Calgary this week. What will you check out first?
