Happy Thursday! Another weekend is upon us and from outdoor activities to markets there is a ton happening in the city! Not sure where to start? Here are 10 of the best things to do in Calgary over the next few days!

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HIT CALGARY FOLK FEST

It’s that time again, music lovers! With thousands of fans, Calgary’s Folk Festival is also expected to return with great music, good food and sunshine. Check out the link above for the complete lineup!

When: Thursday, July 27th – 30th, 2023
Where: 698 Eau Claire Ave SW, Calgary
Cost: $45

PADDLE WATERFRONT

Looking to do something after dark? With a single launch bay at the Waterfront Park, those looking to explore, lounge, and experience something new can do so to the soundtrack of their choosing, from behind the paddle of a glowing boat. Gear up and head down for the magical glowing kayak experience.

Where: Waterfront Park – 5225 101 St NW, Calgary
Cost: $35+ / hour

SPONSORED POST: OKOTOKS DAWGS BASEBALL GAME

Just a quick 15 minutes outside Calgary in Okotoks, an Okotoks Dawgs game is the perfect opportunity to grab your date, buddies, or family and hit up the ball game! You can enjoy some craft and novelty drinks, ballpark food favourites and lots of fun. We guarantee it will be worth the drive! Tickets start as low as $10, and kids under 10 get free entry into the family bern section!

This weekend they take on the Fort McMurray Giants on their home turf!

When: July 29th, 2023 at 7pm
Where: Seaman Stadium, Okotoks, Alberta.
Cost: $10-$20 per person | Kids under 10 get free entry into the family bern section

VISIT ONE OF ALBERTA’S BEACHES

From Calgary to Jasper, Alberta has some beautiful beaches. No, we don’t have coconut trees and year-round heat, but we do have sand and occasionally comfortable sun. Click the link above and see which provincial spots are our favourites!

OR ENJOY A FLICK AT THE GENESIS LAND DRIVE-IN

Double feature, double the fun! This July head to Airdrie for a drive-in series kick-off showing films that include The Lion King (2019)  and Jurassic World (2015). The best part? All proceeds will be donated to the Boys and Girls Club of Airdrie.

When: Friday, July 28th, 2023
Where: 200 East Lake Crescent Northeast Airdrie, AB
Time: 6 pm
Cost: $20 per car

ATTEND AN ART SHOW AND SALE

An art and music extravaganza! Banded Artists presents a show featuring over 20 artists. This Friday, bring an instrument, an open mind and join the open jam with food, fun and local creatives!

When: Friday, July 28th, 2023
Where: 1627 10 Avenue Southwest Calgary, AB
Time: 11 am – 7 pm
Cost: FREE

HAVE FUN IN THE SUN AT THE PET-A-PALOOZA

Fresh air and best buds. Described as “THE social event for dogs and their people,” Pet-a-palooza is back and it’s totally FREE to attend. Hit the link above for more information on this year’s event.

When: Saturday, July 29th and 30th, 2023
Where: Eau Claire Market –  200 Barclay Parade SW #202, Calgary
Cost: FREE

OR INGLEWOOD SUNFEST

Bouncy castles, local bands and street performances? This year’s Inglewood Sunfest will bring drinks, live entertainment and fun (along with a ton of vendors and artists) to the streets of Calgary. Talk about the perfect summer day in one of Calgary’s hottest neighbourhoods!

Date: Saturday, July 29th, 2023
Location: 9th Avenue SE from 11th to 14th Street
Cost: Free

WANDER HERITAGE PARK’S AFTER DARK MARKET

Every Saturday until September 2nd, Calgarians can spend an evening under the stars filling their bags with artisan goods and their stomachs with food and drinks from one of the attraction’s tasty eateries. From clothing to art, Heritage Park’s Night Market will practically have it all, making it what we can only describe as a ‘one-size fits all event,’ and it’s totally FREE!

When: Every Saturday until September 2nd, 2023
Where: 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary
Time: 3 pm – 9 pm
Cost: FREE

MAKE A SPLASH AT SYLVAN LAKE

We’re in for a long hot summer and there’s no better place to escape it all than by taking a trip to the Sylvan Lake Aqua Splash Park – a giant inflatable on-water park with obstacles, trampolines, and launch pads.

Where:  5104 Lakeshore Drive, Sylvan Lake
Cost: $18 for one hour

And there you have it, 10 things to do in Calgary this weekend. Enjoy!

Curiocity Staff

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