Experience - Calgary

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7 May Long Weekend Getaways Ideas in Alberta

It is the first unofficial long weekend of Summer. If you are planning a day trip or a short weekend away, here are 7 ideas for this… Read more »

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40 New Wacky Midway Foods You Can Savour at 2022 Calgary Stampede

The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, the Calgary Stampede, has unveiled its sweet, spicy and salty list of new midway food. From creative to daring, this year’s… Read more »

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Go on Indigenous Themed Outdoor Adventures This Summer Near Calgary With Painted Warriors

The Painted Warriors is a wilderness education centre located between Calgary and Red Deer that focuses its programs on Ojibway, Cree, and Mohawk traditions. You’ll get to… Read more »

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25 Alberta Adventures to Take With Your Teen This Summer

Entertaining older kids over summer break can be a challenge. Luckily, Alberta, its beautiful landscapes, and the local guides who operate here can help you tackle a… Read more »

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11 Pioneer Villages in Alberta For a Fun Filled Educational Day Trip

There is something special about exploring life-sized museum exhibits. Alberta’s pioneer villages and pioneer museums allow us to venture into the past by touring preserved buildings, shopping… Read more »

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8 Ideas For a Getaway This Weekend in Alberta – May 13 to 15

Here are 8 suggestions for a getaway this weekend:

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15 Weekend Getaways to Celebrate Mother’s Day in Alberta

It might be time for a big gesture on Mother’s Day. Here are a few different ways you can treat her to a special weekend with 15 … Read more »

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Shooting Stars: Watch the Skies for Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower

The Eta Aquariids are expected to peak during May 3-6, with maximum showers before dawn on May 5. The radiant rises around 1:40 a.m. local time and may not be very high in the sky for mid-northern latitudes.

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12 Rescued Animal, Wildlife & Nature Sanctuaries to Visit in Alberta

Explore the best of Alberta wildlife and nature this spring or summer! From north to south, there are several ways to enjoy Alberta’s protected outdoor world through… Read more »

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Calgary Kayaks Offers Glow-in-the-Dark Kayak Rentals From Heritage Park Boat Launch

Glow-in-the-dark kayaks are the new-“ish” trend taking over Canada’s waters. Initially launched in Alberta by Edmonton Kayaks, glow-in-the-dark kayaks are basically transparent kayaks made of polycarbonate resin… Read more »

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10 Ideas For a May Day Trip From Calgary

A day trip from Calgary this May and this spring can take you and your family to several cool places. Here are just a few ideas for… Read more »

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7 Getaways for This Weekend in Alberta: April 29 to May 1

With the weather warming up, there are more and more things to do in Alberta! Check out these ideas for a weekend getaway April 29-May 1st. You… Read more »

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25 Places to Get Mother’s Day Gifts in Calgary

We’ve made treating mom in Calgary for Mother’s Day easy this year. Below are several ideas and inspirations to help you find the best gift for your… Read more »

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Celtic Woman Coming to Calgary This May

Global musical sensation Celtic Woman is coming to Calgary next month.   Named Celtic Woman to represent the essence of a Celtic female performer, the group of… Read more »

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Calgary’s Chasing Summer Festival Announces 2022 Lineup, Tickets on Sale April 22nd, Presale April 20th

The premiere outdoor dance music festival in Western Canada returns to Calgary for its 2022 season with…a new chase, a new experience…bigger and better than ever. The… Read more »

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7 Weekend Getaways and Road Trips For This Weekend in Alberta

Looking for a bit of escape this weekend? From briding to comfort camping under the stars, here are seven trip ideas in Alberta for April 22-24th, 2022…. Read more »

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Open Top Touring: Step Back in Time & Explore Banff on Vintage Coaches

Explore Banff in luxury and style with a unique touring experience this year. Open Top Touring by Pursuit offers a 90-minute tour around Banff in their custom-made… Read more »

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5 Ideas for An Easter Weekend Getaway in Alberta

Choose between these five Alberta getaways for your Easter weekend. If you’re looking for last-minute travel ideas for the long weekend, we have some inspiration for you!… Read more »

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The Great Outdoors Comedy Fest Returns to Edmonton, Announces New Festival in Calgary For 2022

The people behind Edmonton’s Together Again Concert Series have announced that the popular comedy festival that debuted in Edmonton last year will be expanding to Calgary this… Read more »

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Mud, Racing, Brews & Music: Extreme MudFest Moving to Cold Lake This Year

If you are looking to race on monster cars or participate in a mud-splashing race, head to Cold Lake, Alberta for the Extreme MudFest. Canada’s Largest Mud… Read more »

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Jurassic Quest: 50 Foot Long Megalodon and Dozens of Animatronic Dinosaurs Will Be Roaming Western Canada This Spring

The travelling exhibit of life-size dinosaurs will be returning to tour Vancouver, Prince George, Abbotsford, Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon and Winnipeg this spring. Jurassic Quest is an interactive… Read more »

Foo Fighters Adds 8 More Stops to 2022 Canada Tour, Tickets on Sale Feb 18th

Foo Fighters Adds 8 More Stops to 2022 Canada Tour, Tickets on Sale Feb 18th

Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Foo Fighters has added 8 more stops in addition to their summer appearance at Montreal’s popular music festival, Osheaga Music Festival… Read more »

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Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel Exhibition Opens in Calgary This March

You don’t have to travel to Rome to see the stunning frescos by Michelangelo adorning Sistine Chapel. This year, the exquisite work by one of the greatest… Read more »

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5 Ways to Enjoy the Best of Calgary’s 2022 Glow Downtown Winter Light Festival

Glow Winter Light Festival is returning to downtown Calgary for the 2022 edition. This year, you can take part in the Glow Festival of Lights alongside the… Read more »