Calgary 
Sleigh Checks Complete: Santa Cleared for Flight Across Canada
Santa Claus has officially received the green light to travel across Canadian airspace, following a review that briefly appeared on national radar systems as a mystery. In… Read more »
Calgary’s Outdoor Skating Trail at North Glenmore Park Now Open For 2025-26 Season
The city of Calgary’s outdoor ice skating trail at North Glenmore Park is now open. During winter, the city converts a section of North Glenmore Park that borders… Read more »
25 Restaurants For 2026 New Year’s Eve Dinner in Calgary
All across the city are restaurants, pubs, or hotels, who have special New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day dining and menus. And no matter your tastes, these meals provide all sorts of types of foods for celebrating NYE 2026 with snacks and feasts.
Restaurants Open on Christmas Day in Calgary – Dec 25, 2025
Many restaurants in Calgary are closed for the holidays, but luckily, many are open as well. There is no shortage of dining available across the city for… Read more »
20+ Calgary Restaurants for Christmas Dine-In or Dinner Takeout (2025)
Simplify and elevate your holiday meal plans this Christmas. There are a large number of restaurants in Calgary with all you need for a perfect meal. Get help with the holidays in a number of different ways, too. If you still prefer to enjoy the meal at home, choose between several take-home Christmas dinners or turkey-to-go in Calgary.
Free/Discounted Admission to Provincial Museums and Galleries (List) During the Christmas Holidays
The federal government is bringing back a program aimed at helping you stretch your holiday budget while still getting out to enjoy the country. Canada Strong Pass,… Read more »
2026 Chinook Blast: Calgary’s Winter Spectacle Returns to a New Location, Announces Initial Lineup
Chinook Blast, Calgary’s premier winter festival, is returning for its sixth annual celebration. Calgary is gearing up for a brighter, louder, and much more playful winter as… Read more »
Alberta Designates First All-Season Resort Areas to Support Year-Round Recreation and Development
Alberta has introduced a new framework intended to expand recreational access and encourage year-round use of three prominent mountain destinations that have long operated under seasonal constraints…. Read more »
What to Know About Calgary’s 2026 New Year’s Eve Festivities & Fireworks
Calgary has released details of its upcoming New Year’s Eve celebration, outlining a series of free, family-oriented activities at two adjacent downtown sites. The evening at Eau… Read more »
Family Fun Things to Do During 2025/26 Christmas – Winter Break in and Around Calgary
From fabulous theatre events to immersive experiences and enchanting lights, here is a short list of ideas for things to do during this Christmas break in Calgary.
Explore Calgary’s Bowness Park in Winter on Ice Bikes
In 2020, the City of Calgary introduced ice bikes to Bowness Park. Calgary became the first city in Canada to offer ice bikes. These bikes offer an… Read more »
Ice Magic Festival Returns to Lake Louise in 2026: Here’s Who Can Get Tickets
A winter tradition is gearing up for another shimmering run as Ice Magic 2026 is setting the stage once again at Lake Louise. The shoreline at Lake… Read more »
Enchanting Drive-Through Christmas & Holiday Light Displays in Alberta – 2025
Add a little bit of light and magic to your holiday plans. Alberta’s cities and towns transform over December with a variety of holiday light displays and… Read more »
Country Thunder Alberta Announces Headliners For 2026 Summer Music Festival
Country Thunder Alberta is gearing up for a milestone celebration as organizers reveal the full 2026 lineup for the festival’s 10th anniversary in Calgary. This year, the… Read more »
2026 Canada’s Food Price Report: This is How Much More You’ll Spend on Food Next Year
Canada’s latest Food Price Report points to another challenging year ahead for household budgets, with researchers warning that grocery spending will keep rising. The 2026 edition of… Read more »
25 Festive Holiday Date Ideas in Calgary
Planning a romantic date for the holiday season is easy in Calgary! There are many ways to get out and enjoy the best of the season together,… Read more »
2025 Black Friday Ticket Deals By Canadian Airlines
American Thanksgiving weekend brings Black Friday, which now eclipses price drops and deals offered during Boxing Day. Almost every retailer has some discount, and Canadian airlines are… Read more »
Free or Inexpensive Things to Do in Calgary This Holiday Season
It is no secret that the holidays are an expensive time of the year for many in Calgary, but not all of the holiday or winter fun… Read more »
15 Black Friday Deals in Calgary – 2025
There are so many ways to save money on all sorts of products this Black Friday. But when you’re looking to keep things a bit more local,… Read more »
Free Things to Do in Calgary This December
A list of FREE fun things to do in Calgary in December including free Christmas and holiday activities, live music, and more!
Igloofest Expands to Edmonton with Three Nights of Star-Studded EDM Acts This March
Igloofest is bringing its famous outdoor winter party to Edmonton for the first time, turning ICE District into a three-night electronic music takeover led by some of… Read more »
Fireworks & More: Calgary’s Free Lions Festival of Lights Returns on Nov 22
The Annual Lions Festival of Lights is set to dazzle Calgary once again. This much-anticipated event will be officially launched on November 22 by Mayor Jeromy Farkas,… Read more »
Calgary Transit Tests New Benches at CTrain Stations, Seeks Public Input
Calgary Transit is evaluating two new bench styles as part of a pilot project aimed at improving accessibility and infrastructure durability at select CTrain stations. The trial… Read more »
Block Heater: 2026 Lineup Announced For Calgary Folk Music Festival’s Winter Edition
The Calgary Folk Music Festival’s annual winter event, Block Heater, will return for its 11th edition in early February 2026. This edition also sees the festival move… Read more »