Another weekend is upon us but this one is extra special! From beach-like experiences to markets, Heritage Day events and more there is a ton happening in the city over the LONG weekend and you won’t want to miss a beat. Not sure where to start? Here are 10 of the best things to do in Calgary over the next few days!
GET A TASTE OF CALGARY
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It’s time! From August 3rd to 7th, explore global cuisines from a unique mix of restaurants and beverage companies. This year, Taste of Calgary will be celebrating the finest food, drink, and entertainment the city has to offer, so don’t miss it. It’s gonna be a good one!
When: Thursday, August 3rd – 7th, 2023
Where: 311, 8 Street SW
Time: 11 am to 10 pm
Cost: FREE Admission
ENJOY THE 2023 BUMP FESTIVAL
Calgary has some incredible artists. This summer, enjoy live music and take in take a self-guided tour of some incredible murals created by the best of the best. A complete map can be found at the link above!
When: Saturday, August 5th – 26th, 2023
Where: See locations above
Cost: FREE
SPONSORED PICK: RICKY’S ALL DAY GRILL IS THE ULTIMATE WEEKEND BREAKFAST & BRUNCH SPOT
Ricky’s All Day Grill will soon be your next favourite breakfast and brunch spot! You can decide between the huge Grand Forks Breakfast, Bennies, or Chicken and Waffles until 4 pm Saturday and Sunday! Don’t miss our irresistible Mimosa Escapades, a thrilling journey through the world of mimosas, sip by sip. For only $13, it’s a brunch adventure worth waking up for!
When: Saturdays & Sundays
Where: Ricky’s All Day Grill
Cost: $$
CHECK OUT JAWS AT THE LAKE
Back for another year, Alberta’s iconic lake town will host JAWS at the Lake, an exciting event that sees hundreds of people take to the water for an evening of fun, sand and cinema! Check it out!
When: Saturday, August 5th, 2023
Where: 5104 Lakeshore Drive, Sylvan Lake
Time: TBA
Cost: FREE
SPONSORED PICK: OKOTOKS DAWGS BASEBALL FAN APPRECIATION NIGHT
The Okotoks Dawgs are absolutely dominating this season and they definitely wouldn’t be here without the support from their fans! Join the Okotoks Dawgs for Fan Appreciation night this Saturday! 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!
When: Saturday, August 5th, 2023
Where: Seaman Stadium, Okotoks, Alberta.
Cost: $10-$20 per person | Kids under 10 get free entry into the family bern section
EXPLORE HERITAGE PARK
Heritage Day, at Heritage Park? What could be better? This year, check out an entire day of programming, food and sunshine at Calgary’s living history museum! From musicians to dancers, Tea parties drummers and more – celebrate our country’s diversity and make some memories along the way!
When: Monday, August 7th, 2023
Where: 1900 Heritage Dr. SW, Calgary
Time: 10 am – 5 pm
Cost: $34.95+
AVENGED SEVENFOLD WITH ALEXISONFIRE
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Known for songs like Dear God and Acid Rain, Avenged Sevenfold and Alexisonfire will take Calgary’s Scotiabank Saddledome this August. For more information and tickets, check out the link above.
When: Saturday, August 5th, 2023
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
Time: 6:30 pm
Cost: $20+
VISIT OLYMPIC PLAZA FOR THE ANNUAL HERITAGE DAY FESTIVAL
Sun, fun, food trucks, cultural booths and free admission? It really doesn’t get better than that! This year, check out Olympic Plaza for the annual Heritage Day Festival held by the Calgary Folk Arts Council and enjoy!
When: Monday, August 7th, 2023
Where: 228 8 Ave SW, Calgary
Time: 12 pm – 6 pm
Cost: FREE
CATCH A SHAKESPEARE ON THE GO SHOW
A Calgary Classic! Theatre Calgary is back again for a summer of tragic, comedic, and dramatic stories written by a literary genius– but with a twist! This season, catch the company on the run as they perform at various locations around the city. For more information, check out the schedule above!
When: Shows until August 6th, 2023
Where: See locations above
Time: See times above
Cost: FREE
OR THE FRINGE THEATRE FESTIVAL
Featuring an “anything goes” series of plays, Calgary’s Fringe Festival returns in support of local creators, and up and coming legends. Tickets are on sale now so check out the link above for more information!
When: Friday, August 4th – 12th, 2023
Where: Various locations
Time: Various times
Cost: $10+
And there you have it, 10 things to do in Calgary this LONG weekend, Enjoy!
