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Things to Do in Calgary This Weekend: July 31 – Aug 3

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Ever Wanted to Run With Bulls? Here’s Where You Can Do It Near Calgary

Think running with the bulls only happens in Spain? Turns out you can do it just 45 minutes from Calgary. Every summer, the Strathmore Stampede hosts what it bills as...
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Taste of Calgary Is Taking Over a New Downtown Location This Long Weekend

If you're the type of person who orders three appetizers just so you can try more things, you'll probably want to block off an afternoon for Taste of Calgary. The...
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Food + Drink

Michelin-Starred Chef Jake Potashnick Is Coming to Calgary for a One-Night Dinner at Francine’s

Calgary food lovers will have the chance to experience one of North America's most talked-about chefs without leaving the city. On August 17, Francine's is hosting a one-night collaboration dinner...
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Shelter Cocktail Bar Is Celebrating 9 Years with 2017 Drink Prices and a Guest Shift from One of Vancouver’s Best Cocktail Bars

Nine years after opening its doors, Shelter Cocktail Bar is celebrating with a party that feels very on brand: nostalgic cocktails, familiar faces and a few surprises behind the...
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Heritage Park’s Adults-Only Sunset Cruises Are Back This August

Looking for a date night that doesn't involve another patio? Heritage Park is bringing back its Captain's Cruises this August, giving Calgarians the chance to spend an evening cruising across...
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Petalo Brings a Reimagined Italian Menu to the Former Franca’s Space

A new Italian restaurant just opened on Edmonton Trail, in the space that spent over 20 years as Franca's. The Edmonton Trail space is now Petalo, from owners Jennifer and...
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Loud as Hell Festival

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Trade the city for the Badlands and experience one of Canada's biggest underground metal festivals. Loud As Hell Open...

Strathmore Stampede

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One of Alberta's biggest summer rodeos is back. The Strathmore Stampede returns from July 31 to August 3 with...

Calgary Fringe Festival

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The Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival returns for its 20th anniversary from July 31 to August 8, bringing more than...

BUMP Festival

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Calgary's streets become the gallery during the annual BUMP Festival, a city-wide celebration of public art, murals, and creative...

Chasing Summer Festival

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Chasing Summer Festival is happening in Calgary this week. Get ready to dance under the sun at the Chasing Summer...
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Best Romantic Restaurants in Calgary for Date Night

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15 Calgary area spots just named among Canada’s most romantic by OpenTable Planning a date night, anniversary dinner or Valentine’s...

10 Irish Pubs in Calgary To Grab a Pint

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Looking for the best Irish pubs in Calgary to grab a pint, enjoy live music, and soak in an...

Best Pizza in Calgary: 10 Spots Worth Knowing About

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Last updated: February 2026 Calgary's pizza scene has gotten genuinely good over the last few years. You've got wood-fired Neapolitan,...

Best Farmers’ Markets in Calgary (Year-Round & Seasonal Guide)

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Looking for the best farmers’ markets in Calgary? From year-round indoor markets to summer neighbourhood pop-ups and cozy night markets,...

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Michelin-Starred Chef Jake Potashnick Is Coming to Calgary for a One-Night Dinner at Francine’s

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Calgary food lovers will have the chance to experience one of North America's most talked-about chefs without leaving the...

Shelter Cocktail Bar Is Celebrating 9 Years with 2017 Drink Prices and a Guest Shift from One of Vancouver’s Best Cocktail Bars

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Nine years after opening its doors, Shelter Cocktail Bar is celebrating with a party that feels very on brand:...

Petalo Brings a Reimagined Italian Menu to the Former Franca’s Space

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A new Italian restaurant just opened on Edmonton Trail, in the space that spent over 20 years as Franca's. The...

Edmonton’s Sea Change Brewing Finally Lands in Calgary

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After years of anticipation from Calgary craft beer fans, Edmonton's Sea Change Brewing Co. has officially opened its first...

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