The sun is out and another Friday is upon us! Ready to get things started? From festivals and shows to markets and more, here are 10 wonderfully exciting things to do this weekend in Calgary!
SHOP THE 4TH STREET NIGHT MARKET
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Shop until you drop! This weekend, guests from all over the city are encouraged to head over to the community of Mission to shop, eat, drink and explore an iconic Calgary hot spot. Enjoy!
When: Saturday, July 22nd, 2023
Where: 4th Street at Elbow Drive SW
Time: 4 pm – 10 pm
Cost: FREE
FIESTAVAL LATIN FESTIVAL
From salsa lessons, a kid’s area, and 25 authentic Latin food vendors, to their 70 artisan and community vendors and beer garden, Calgary’s annual Fiestaval will be one you won’t want to miss, especially because it’s actually FREE to attend!
When: Friday, July 21st – 23rd, 2023
Where: Olympic Plaza – 228 8 Ave SE, Calgary
Cost: Free
SPONSORED PICK: HEAD TO THIS NEIGHBOURHOOD GRAND OPENING EVENT FOR LIVE MUSIC, FOOD TRUCKS, PRIZES & MORE
You and your family are invited to Yorkville’s new Central Park for their incredible grand opening event this Saturday! Be one of the first 200 to arrive and you’ll receive a free food truck ticket. You can also learn from pro skaters at their skatepark, enjoy live music throughout the day, enter to win various prizes, bring your pup to romp around in their off-leash park, and more! This is an event you definitely won’t wanna miss.
When: Saturday, July 22nd, 2023 from
Where: 195 15 Sherriff King Street SW
Time: 11 am – 4 pm
Cost: FREE
SHOP HERITAGE PARK AFTER DARK
Hoping to check out Heritage Park? 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, this adorable Night Market will practically have it all.
When: Every Saturday until September 2nd, 2023
Where: 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary
Time: 3 pm – 9 pm
Cost: FREE
SPONSORED PICK: ATTEND THE SUMMER CHAMBERFEST
Get ready to groove at Calgary’s ultimate summer Chamber Music Festival. This musical experience is a five-day, four-venue event covering classical masterpieces to modern music beats brought to you by international and local artists. With over 20 concerts throughout the week-long festival, this year’s series will transport you to a world of melodic wonders!
When: Wednesday, July 19th – 23rd, 2023
Where: Bella Concert Hall | Taylor Centre for Performing Arts | Studio Bell | Bow Tower | Jack Singer Concert Hall
Cost: $45 per concert, students $15
HIT THE ZOO
What’s better than sun, fun and the Calgary Zoo?! From 21-foot-tall giraffes and snakes made entirely of plants, Wildscapes is a topiary event that features large living sculptures that have been hand-crafted to look like familiar creatures. Get tickets at the link above!
When: Until mid-September 2023.
Where: 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, AB T2E 7V6
Cost: $29.95
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 weekend, catch the company on the run as they perform at various locations around the city. For more information, check out the schedule above!
When: Friday, July 14th – August 6th, 2023
Where: See locations above
Time: See times above
Cost: FREE
LOUNGE ON AN ALBERTA BEACH
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!
RENT A GLOWING KAYAK
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Date night! 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
OR TAKE A HIKE
Now that the sun is out it’s important to make the most of it! This weekend, as long as the weather continues to cooperate, why not treat yourself to a stunning summer hike in Alberta’s Rocky Mountains? Check the link above for our favourites!
And there you have it, 10 things to do in Calgary this weekend. Enjoy!
