Yahoo! The Calgary Stampede is well and truly underway, and another busy week of Calgary food events is on the cards.
With pancake breakfasts, midway food, chef showdowns and more, there are so many events to whet your appetite.
Here are some of the best food events to check out this week in Calgary.
One-time-only events
Stampede Chef Showdown
The Stampede Chef Showdown will return for its second year at The District at Beltline. Six of the city’s top chefs will compete against each other to win over not only a panel of judges but also food enthusiasts.
When: July 8, 2024
Where: The District at Beltline – 227 11th Avenue SW, Calgary
Price: $75 per person; buy tickets here
Cowboys BBQ Cook-Off
Hosted by the Strongest Chef in the Military, Chef Andre Rush, this huge BBQ celebration will see teams compete to show off their best pork and beef rib dishes. It’s a must-see for YYC’s carnivores.
When: July 11, 2024
Where: Cowboys
Price: $29.99 per person; buy tickets here
Inglewood Night Market
The market has dozens of locally sourced and handmade vendors selling artisan eats, vintage clothing, crafts and more. It also features a beer garden, food trucks and live music.
When: July 12, 2024
Where: 10th Avenue and 10th Street SE, Calgary
Price: Free
Dim Sum and Chinatown Walking Tour
Sample some of Chinatown’s best Dim Sum dishes with dumplings, noodles and congee. Following your meal, you’ll be able to take a walking tour of Chinatown to learn all about the area’s history.
When: July 13, 2024
Where: Chinese Cultural Centre Cuisine – 197 1st Street SW, Calgary
Price: $38.61 per person; buy tickets here
Stampede Cocktail Class
Learn how to make two Stampede-ready cocktails – Pineapple Margarita and Raspberry Ice Tea – and impress your friends.
When: July 13, 2024
Where: Two Rivers Distillery – 453 42nd Avenue SE, Calgary
Price: $33.28 per person; buy tickets here
Recurring events
Banffchella
Whether you’re booking a stay or grabbing lunch at the Vermillion Room restaurant, be sure to check out Banffchella. It features stunning floral installations, signature cocktails (including an espresso martini machine), and lawn games.
When: Until August 29, 2024
Where: Fairmont Banff Springs – 405 Spray Avenue, Banff
Stampede breakfasts
It’s officially Stampede season, and what better way to get in the spirit than with a pancake breakfast? There are so many free Stampede breakfasts to check out.
Calgary Stampede
The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth returns to YYC for another year, and with it comes a whole heaping of foodie goodness. From free Stampede breakfasts to dozens of brand-new foods hitting the Midway, you won’t want to miss out.
When: July 5 to 14, 2024
Where: Stampede Park – 1410 Stampede Trail SE, Calgary
Price: $25 per person
Banded Peak Brewery Tour
Get a behind-the-scenes peek at one of Calgary’s most popular craft breweries. You’ll get an exclusive tour of the production facility and a walk-through of the process before tasting six of Banded Peak’s signature beers.
When: Every Saturday
Where: #119 – 519 34th Avenue SE Calgary
Price: $27.96 per person; buy tickets here
Calgary Food Bike Tour
This unique bike tour takes you on a scenic route to some of Calgary’s best restaurants. You’ll cycle to several locations, enjoying chef-curated meals and getting a VIP behind-the-scenes experience. You can either bring your own bike or rent one for an additional cost.