Calgary 
Open Farm Days: Explore 155+ Alberta Farms This Weekend – Aug 16 & 17
On August 16 and 17, you can step beyond the city limits and into Alberta’s rural heartland during Open Farm Days. More than 155 farms, ranches, and… Read more »
Alberta Seeks Public Input on Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park Management Plan
Alberta is inviting public feedback on the draft terms of reference for the Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park Management Plan. The online survey is open until September 16,… Read more »
Things to Do in Alberta This August – 2025
Between music festivals, historical celebratory events, and rodeos, August is the perfect month to explore the diverse regions of Alberta.
Heritage Day and August Long Weekend 2025: 25 Ideas For Alberta Day Trips and Getaways
The August Long Weekend in Alberta is often one of the warmest, so you’re probably planning some sort of vacation. You can easily centre your long weekend… Read more »
Things to Do This Heritage Day – 2025 August Long Weekend in Calgary
What’s on in Calgary during August long weekend including free fun family activities, weekend events & activities for kids, live music, performing arts & theatre and sports events.
Things to Do in Calgary in August – 2025
Things to Do in Calgary in August: Events, Activities and Festivals happening in Calgary during the month of August.
Free Things to Do in Calgary in August – 2025
A list of FREE and cheap fun things to do in Calgary during August.
Alberta Offers Free and Discounted Admission to Historic Sites and Museums for Youth This Summer
Until September 2, 2025, Alberta’s provincial historic sites and museums will offer free admission for individuals aged 17 and under, and half-price entry for those aged 18… Read more »
Calgary’s CF Chinook Centre Aims for Guinness World Record at 65th Stampede Pancake Breakfast
CF Chinook Centre is marking the 65th anniversary of its annual Stampede Breakfast with an attempt to set a new Guinness World Record for the most pancakes… Read more »
SHEIN to Host First Alberta Pop-Up at CrossIron Mills During Calgary Stampede
Online fashion retailer SHEIN will hold its first Alberta pop-up event from July 2 to 13 at CrossIron Mills, just outside Calgary. The 12-day retail activation coincides… Read more »
10 Things to Do to Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Calgary – 2025
Through the month of June and on June 21st, there are many ways to honour, celebrate, and commemorate Indigenous Peoples and their culture. In Calgary, there are… Read more »
Cirque Du Soleil Brings Echo to Calgary This Summer
Cirque du Soleil is set to dazzle audiences once again with its creation, “ECHO,” which will make its debut under the Big Top in Calgary this summer…. Read more »
Guide: How to Get to Moraine Lake – Shuttles, Public Transit and Tours
Moraine Lake, one of Canada’s most popular tourist attractions, will not be accessible by private vehicle this year. Even with the public vehicle ban on Moraine Lake… Read more »
Calgary Nagar Kirtan 2025: What You Need to Know About Parade Route, and Road Closures on May 10
The Nagar Kirtan parade in Calgary is set to take place on Saturday, May 10, attracting participants from all corners of the city and the province. Hosted… Read more »
NBA House Comes to Calgary for 2025 Finals Weekend with Viewing Parties, Star Appearances and Interactive Fun
Basketball fans in Calgary will get a courtside-style experience during the 2025 NBA Finals as NBA House makes its return to Canada from June 5 to 8…. Read more »
Papa Roach Announces Canadian Leg of “Rise of the Roach” Tour for Fall
Papa Roach is set to embark on a 10-date Canadian tour later this year, bringing their “Rise of the Roach” tour to cities across seven provinces. The… Read more »
12 Places in Calgary to Get Easter Chocolates & Sweet Treats
Check out our list of EGGSTRA special Easter treats from some of Calgary’s best. Any bunny would be happy to receive one of these!
Calgary Folk Music Festival Announces 2025 Lineup
Calgary’s favourite family-friendly four-day music festival, the Calgary Folk Music Festival, has announced the lineup for its 2025 edition. From July 24 to 27, 2025, Prince’s Island… Read more »
Shania Twain Named 2025 Calgary Stampede Parade Marshal as Countdown Begins
With 100 days remaining until the 2025 Calgary Stampede, organizers have announced that Canadian music icon Shania Twain will serve as this year’s Parade Marshal. The Stampede… Read more »
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit to Headline The Big Four Roadhouse Calgary Stampede Concert
Grammy-winning artist Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit will headline The Big Four Roadhouse concert at the Calgary Stampede. The lineup on Sunday, July 6 also includes… Read more »
Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities Celebrates 20 Years with Free Game Day Events This Saturday
Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities is marking its 20th anniversary with free Game Day events in Calgary, Toronto, and Montreal and celebrations across 140 communities. The celebrations on… Read more »
Groundhog Day 2025: Alberta’s Balzac Billy Predicts Early Spring
Alberta’s “groundhog,” Balzac Billy predicted early spring this morning. Legend has it that, on February 2nd, if the groundhog emerges from its burrow, and sees its shadow,… Read more »
Groundhog Day Alberta: Will Balzac Billy See His Shadow on Feb 2nd?
Did you know that Alberta has a weather-predicting “squirrel”? Alberta’s Groundhog Day weather predictor, Balzac Billy, resides in Balzac, 24km north of Calgary. Unlike most other Canadian… Read more »
Lainey Wilson Announces Whirlwind Tour: Here’s Where to See Her Live in Canada
Country music sensation Lainey Wilson is gearing up for her Whirlwind world tour, with multiple Canadian stops set for August and September. The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter will bring… Read more »