Coronavirus: What is Open & Closed in Calgary

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announced a three-step reopening plan starting June 1, 2021.

Alberta will enter stage 2 on June 10th.

 

Here are restrictions and what is open closed in Calgary:

Masks

  • Masks are mandatory for all indoor workplaces.
  • Masks are mandatory on public transit, public vehicles (for-hire) and in all public indoor spaces.

Gathering Limits

  • Indoor social gatherings prohibited.
  • Outdoor social gatherings increase to 20 people, with distancing.
  • Wedding ceremonies may occur with up to 20 attendees. Receptions are permitted outdoors only.
  • Funeral ceremonies with up to 20 people permitted, not including facility staff, funeral clergy or organizers not considered guests. Receptions are permitted outdoors only.
  • Capacity for places of worship increases to one-third of fire code occupancy.
  • Outdoor fixed seating facilities (e.g., grandstands) can open with one-third seated capacity.
  • Public outdoor gatherings increase to 150 people (e.g. concerts/festivals), with restrictions.
  • Spectators can attend indoor and outdoor physical activities and performances:
    • 1/3 venue capacity for indoor activities (arenas, theatres) and for outdoor fixed-seated (grandstand) events
    • 150 people maximum for non-fixed seated events (this limit includes spectators, athletes/performers, production teams, referees and coaches)
    • 2 metres of physical distancing must be maintained at all times

WHAT ARE OPEN WITH RESTRICTIONS

  • Restaurants – 6 people per table max, indoors or outdoors
  • Gyms and fitness studios – open for solo and drop-in activities and indoor fitness classes with 3 metre distancing
  • Indoor recreation, entertainment and other settings (rec centres, arenas, casinos, cinemas, theatres, museums, galleries, libraries, etc.) – open at 1/3 of fire code occupancy
  • Personal and wellness services – resume walk-in service
  • Retail – 1/3 of fire code occupancy (must maintain ability to distance)
  • Youth activities (day camps, overnight camps, play centres) – resume with restrictions
  • Youth and adult sports – resume with no restrictions, indoors and outdoors
  • Indoor performance activities are permitted, including: dancing, singing, acting or playing a musical instrument
    rehearsals or theatrical performances
  • Dinner theatres are permitted at 1/3 capacity.

City of Calgary Attractions

  • Calaway Park – Open
  • Sky Luge  – Opening 12th June
  • Calgary Zoo – Open
  • Telus Spark – Opening June 18th
  • Glenbow Museum – June 19th (Free Admission – June 19-26, 2021 – Get tickets)
  • Heritage Park – Open
  • Contemporary Calgary – TBA
  • Studio Bell/National Music Centre – Opening July 1, 2021 (Free admission on Canada Day and every weekend through July 25. – Get tickets)
  • Lougheed House – TBA
  • Calgary Tower – Opening June 11th
  • Fort Calgary – TBA
  • The Military Museums – Opens June 11th
  • The Hangar Flight Museum  – Opens June 11th.

City of Calgary Services:

  • Calgary Public Library – On Monday, June 14, all locations will open for in-locations services at regular hours except Rocky Ridge Library and Signal Hill Library.

On June 14, the following facilities will re-open:

  • Aquatic and fitness facilities:
    • Canyon Meadows Aquatic & Fitness Centre
    • Glenmore Aquatic Centre
    • Inglewood Aquatic Centre
    • Killarney Aquatic & Recreation Centre
    • Sir Winston Churchill Aquatic & Recreation Centre
    • Thornhill Aquatic & Recreation Centre

Two additional aquatic and fitness facilities will follow on June 21:

    • Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre
    • Renfrew Aquatic & Recreation Centre
  • Arenas:
    • Father David Bauer and Norma Bush arenas (two ice sheets)
    • Optimist & George Blundun arenas (two dry pads)
    • Shouldice (one dry pad)
    • Stew Hendry & Henry Viney arenas (two ice sheets)
    • Southland Leisure Centre (two ice sheets)
  • Athletic Parks:
    • Tom Brook Athletic Park
    • Renfrew Athletic Park.
    • Foothills Athletic Park (Open as of June 1)
    • Glenmore Athletic Park (Open as of June 1)
    • New Brighton Athletic Park (Open as of June 1)
    • Optimist Athletic Park (Open as of June 1)
    • Shouldice Athletic Park (Open as of June 1)
  • Calgary Soccer Centre (eight indoor and three outdoor artificial turf fields)
  • Glenmore Sailing School (for sailboat, canoes & kayak rentals)

On June 19 (weather dependent) The City will also re-open seven outdoor spray parks and wading pools with limited capacity in alignment with stage 2 of the Province’s “Open for Summer” plan:

  • Five Spray Parks:
    • West Confederation Park
    • Prairie Winds Park
    • Rotary Park
    • South Glenmore Park (Variety Park)
    • Valleyview Park
  • Two Wading Pools:
    • Bowness Park
    • Prairie Winds Park

Additional facilities will re-open in a phased approach, based on a number of factors including hiring and certifying staff and customer use.

Registered Programs, lessons and day camps are now available for sessions starting as soon as July 3. You can see available programs – many of which are child-friendly and outdoor – at www.calgary.ca/register.

 

What is not allowed/What is closed:

  • Nightclubs.

For ideas on what to do this weekend,

Parks to Visit in Calgary:

Upcoming 15 In-Person Events

01 Nov

Sunnyside Bank Park, 200 Memorial Dr NW, Calgary

November 1, 2026 To November 11, 2026

Free

3,400 crosses installed in remembrance of Southern Alberta war dead. This has; Memorial tributes, sunrise and sunset ceremonies and a Remembrance Day ceremony.  »

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11 Nov

The Hangar Flight Museum, 4629 McCall Way Northeast, Calgary

November 11, 2026

403-250-3752 ext 101

donation

Each year on Remembrance Day we gather to ensure we never forget. The helicopter landing area behind The Hangar Flight Museum was once a parade square during ...  »

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12 Nov

Various Restaurants, Banff

November 12, 2026 To February 7, 2027

Cost of Hot Chocolate

What could be better than a hot chocolate on a winter night? How about 20+ hot chocolates? Banff and Lake Louise’s Hot Chocolate Trail is a treasure ...  »

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13 Nov

Spruce Meadows, Spruce Meadows Way Southwest, Calgary

November 13, 2026 To December 6, 2026

403.974.4200

Free to $20

From world-imported items to hand-crafted gifts, the appeal of the International Christmas Market is simple: stress-free shopping in a beautiful, festive environment featuring unique gift ideas. Joyful ...  »

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14 Nov

New Brighton Club, 2 New Brighton Drive SE, Calgary

November 14, 2026

403-781-6613

Free

There will be a wide variety of vendors to help you get your Christmas shopping done early! On-site will be many local artisans, home-based businesses, and youth ...  »

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14 Nov

Westminster Presbyterian Church, 290 Edgepark Blvd NW, Calgary

November 14, 2026

403-241-1443

Free

Join us for a day of shopping for Christmas artisan crafts, homemade baking, or treasures from Christmases past. Join us for a lunch or dessert and some ...  »

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14 Nov

Bowness Community Association, 7904 43 Ave NW, Calgary

November 14, 2026 To November 15, 2026

403-288-8300

free

Stop by the Bowness Holiday Craft Fair to get a head start on your holiday shopping. Local vendors have a wide selection of unique and hand crafted ...  »

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14 Nov

Aspen Crossing, Mossleigh

November 14, 2026 To November 15, 2026

Free

Join us this holiday season to experience quality coffee, delicious breakfast sandwiches, and one-of-a-kind gifts made right here in our beautiful province!   »

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14 Nov

Citadel Community Centre, 870 Citadel Drive, NW Calgary

November 14, 2026

Free

The Citadel Community Christmas Markets. Come to the Citadel community to support your local artisans, crafters, bakers and services. There are different vendors each day so come ...  »

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17 Nov

Proof Cocktail Bar, 1302 1 St SW, Calgary

November 17, 2026 To December 24, 2026

403 246 2414

Free

Opening their doors to the Christmas lovers of Calgary, our elves will be serving merriment, Christmas themed cocktails and food in an over the top Christmas extravaganza ...  »

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20 Nov

Aspen Crossing, Mossleigh, AB

November 20, 2026 To December 24, 2026

866-440-3500

$120.64 & up for 2

Journey to the North Pole!This Christmas take your family on a journey that they will never forget! Step into the magic of the holiday season aboard ...  »

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20 Nov

Marda Loop Community Centre, 3130 – 16th Street SW, Calgary

November 20, 2026 To November 21, 2026

Free

The Alberta Potters Association presents their annual Christmas Show. Come and join some of Alberta's top ceramic artists to find that perfect gift for that special Christmas ...  »

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20 Nov

GYM 4031, 292120 Wagon Wheel Blvd., Calgary

November 20, 2026 To November 21, 2026

Free

This popular market features over 75 vendors with locally made and curated products. There is something for everyone and every age! Christmas decor, Woodworking, apparel, baking, knitting, jewelry, ...  »

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21 Nov

14 St NW & 24 Ave NW, Calgary

November 21, 2026 To January 8, 2027

Free

The Festival of Lights is the largest FREE drive-by Christmas Lights showcase in Calgary. It’s comprised of over 500,000 bulbs on 16,000 strings along 14 th St NW. Designed ...  »

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View Comments (3)

  • Close the Mall too!!! Everyone is gathering in the mall. Malls are the number one place where people go and gather.

  • I am already at 39 days since vaccine. Tues will be state of 8th weeks and Pfizer recommended 21-28 days.
    I am 73 and do not have any expectations that my life means a damn thing to anyone.

  • The consequences of the over reactions to COVID is now being felt. IMO by practising common sense we could easily stop the spread.

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