It’s that time again! July has arrived and the city is going to be buzzing with excitement. From dessert festivals and fireworks to concerts, there’s no shortage of events happening in and around the city. Not sure where to start? Here are 12 things to do in Calgary this Canada Day long weekend!
ENJOY THE YYC SUMMER SCOOP FESTIVAL
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We can’t wait! Featuring unique creations, fantastic flavours, and tasty toppings, the YYC Summer Scoop Festival will kick off this weekend. It’s going to be a good one!
When: Friday, June 30th – July 7th, 2023
Cost: Price varies
SEE BLINK 182
They’re back! This Friday, Blink 182 will take Calgary’s Scotiabank Saddledome and music lovers will not want to miss it. For more information and tickets, check out the link above.
When: Friday, June 30th, 2023
Where: 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
Time: 7:30 pm
Cost: $123+
SPONSORED PICK: HEAD TO 17TH AVE FOR THEIR UNREAL FREE CANADA DAY EVENT
Join the excitement on Canada Day with 17th Ave’s incredible free all-day event in Tomkins Park! This incredible event will celebrate the nation’s birthday with a day filled with captivating performances and live music. Be prepared to groove to the dynamic beats of Little Super Dangerous, witness the awe-inspiring hoop dancing of Lakota Tootoosis, and more!
When: Saturday, July 1st, 2023
Where: Tomkins Park
Time: 11 am – 6 pm
Cost: FREE
THEN WATCH THE FIREWORKS
This upcoming Canada Day, check out Calgary’s annual fireworks display set off from Stampede Park. Bring lawn chairs, snacks and your loved ones, then get ready to celebrate!
When: Saturday, July 1st, 2023
Where: Stampede Park – 650 25 Ave SE, Calgary
Time: 11 pm
Cost: FREE
SPONSORED PICK: ENJOY A COLUMBUS™ CHARCUTERIE TASTING BOARD
Gear up to elevate all of your indoor and outdoor plans for the Canada Day long weekend with the COLUMBUS™ Charcuterie Tasting Board. All of your beloved curated craft meats put together with artisanal sides in one convenient, pre-made board. Adding sophistication to your plans couldn’t be any easier.
Where: Find them in a Sobey’s Supermarket in Toronto or in a Safeway Supermarket in Vancouver and Calgary
Cost: MSRP $20.00
CELEBRATE CANADA DAY AT STUDIO BELL
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Live music, new exhibits and more! Canada Day is here and this year the National Music Centre will be offering FREE admission! Check out the link above for more information and have fun, Calgary!
When: Saturday, July 1st, 2023
Where: 300-851 4 Street SE, Calgary
Time: 10 am – 5 pm
Cost: FREE
CHECK OUT SYLVAN LAKE AQUA SPLASH
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 set to open to the public on July 1st.
When: Opens July 1st, 2023
Where: 5104 Lakeshore Drive, Sylvan Lake
Cost: $18 for one hour
SHOP HERITAGE PARK AFTER DARK
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
HIT FORT CALGARY
Featuring cultural booths, food trucks, walking tours and a stunning Indigenous showcase, powwow and market, Fort Calgary is going to be one of the best and most exciting places to be this year. Check it out and enjoy!
When: Saturday, July 1st, 2023
Where: 750 9 Avenue SE
Time: 4:30 pm
Cost: FREE
WATCH THE AIRDRIE CANADA DAY PARADE
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Who doesn’t love a good float? This year, take a short drive to Airdrie for their big Canada Day parade featuring local businesses, organizations and performers.
When: Saturday, July 1st, 2023
Where: Airdrie, Alberta – See map here
Time: 10 am – 12 pm
Cost: FREE
CELEBRATE CANADA DAY IN OLYMPIC PLAZA
Featuring children’s activities and a ton of local music by R&B, Indigenous and rock artists, Olympic Plaza will also hold a big Canada Day Celebration. From kiosks and lion dance performances to poetry and more, there’s a full day of fun ahead of you this year!
When: Saturday, July 1st, 2023
Where: 228 8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB
Cost: FREE
RE-CENTER WITH AN OUTDOOR YOGA CLASS
Inhale, exhale, stretch and sweat at an all-ages free Yoga class in Stanley Park for FREE every Sunday – 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: 1300 12 Street Northeast
Time: 1 pm
Cost: FREE
And there you have, it friends – 12 things to do in Calgary this Canada Day long weekend. Now get yourselves out there and enjoy yourselves!
