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10 of the best things to do in and around Calgary this week (September 9-13)

Another weekend has come and gone, but don’t fret! As always there are a ton of exciting events and activities to enjoy over the next few days. Not sure where to go or what’s happening? Here are 10 of the best things to do in Calgary this week!

Switchfoot

This week, Switchfoot will take over the Palace Theatre and tickets are still available! For more information or to snag yours, check out the link above and enjoy.

When: Wednesday, September 11th 2024
Where: The Palace Theatre – 219 8th Avenue SW, Calgary
Time: 7 pm
Cost: $63+

TLC with Special Guest Kardinal Offishall

Feeling nostalgic? This Thursday, check out TLC and Kardinal Offishall at the Grey Eagle! Tickets are still available at the link above. You won’t want to miss it!

When:  Thursday, September 12th, 2024
Where: Event Centre at Grey Eagle Resort and Casino – 3775 Grey Eagle Dr, Tsuut’ina, Alberta
Time: 8 pm
Cost: $102+

Harvest Lights

It’s back! This week you can finally check out Calgary Farmyard’s Harvest Lights—a vibrant after-dark event, that will give you even more time to explore their park.

When: Fridays and Saturdays starting September 13th, 2024
Where: 284022 Township Rd 224, Rocky Mountain Couty
Time: until 9:30 pm
Cost: $21 +

Movie in the Park 

Grab a blanket, some snacks, and the fam! This week Sunalta will bring food trucks, fun, and Elemental to the big screen! Want to check it out? Visit Royal Sunalta Park and enjoy a Movie in the Park– for free!

When: Friday, September 13th, 2024
Where: Royal Sunalta Park – directions here
Time: Sunset
Cost: Free

Chinatown Lantern Festival

Calgary Culture Days is back! Featuring food trucks, vendors, performers, traditional displays and music, adventure seekers can enjoy the Chinatown Lantern Festival for FREE.

When: Friday, September 13th, 2024
Where: 2nd Ave SW and Daqing Square
Time: 4 pm – 11 pm
Cost: Free

The Inglewood Night Market

Love shopping? This Friday, vendors from all over the city will take Inglewood for their beloved night market! With a beer garden, food trucks, live music, and so much more you’re bound to have a blast!

When: Friday, September 13th, 2024
Where: 10 Ave and 10 Street SE
Time: 5 pm – 10 pm
Cost: Free

High River Sunset Drive-in 

Have a reel good time! This week, visit the High River Sunset Drive-in and catch a crowd-friendly flick. For show times head to the link above.

When: Friday, September 13th-14th, 2024
Where: 64137 Highway 543 East, High River, AB, Canada, Alberta
Cost: $40 per vehicle

STATIC

Last chance! This week, check out Static: A Party Girls Memoirs—a coming-of-age story inspired by true events, written and performed by Mexican-Canadian artist Ashley King.

When: Wednesday, September 4th-14th, 2024
Where:  The Erratics Indie Arts Club – 625 11 Ave SW, Calgary
Time: 7:30 pm
Cost: $11+

More Greased

Love live theatre? This week, Calgarians are encouraged to enjoy a lively musical Inspired by Grease. For more information or to get your tickets now, check out the link above!

When: Until November 9th, 2024
Where: 1002 – 37th Street SW Calgary, AB
Cost: $75+

90s Horror – Adults Only night at Cobb’s 

Are you in the spooky spirit? This week, Cobb’s Adventure Park will celebrate an iconic era with a costume contest, three haunted houses, music, drinks, and food trucks. Enjoy!

When: Friday, September 13th, 2024
Where: 1500 84th Street NE, Calgary
Time: 6 pm – 10 pm
Cost: $45+

And there you have it! 10 things to do in Calgary this week! It’s going to be a good one, we can feel it!

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