The Remembrance Day long weekend is arriving in Calgary, and there are plenty of things to do in our city.
From catching a Calgary Flames game to a Taylor Swift dance party, here are 10 fantastic things you can do in Calgary this long weekend.
What: Spend your weekend child-free at the incredible Taboo show. This over-18 event features an upscale adult playground that is “dedicated to enhancing lifestyles, encouraging romance, personal betterment and all things Taboo.” There’s everything from provocative and educational seminars to fashion shows and live demonstrations. If you’re looking for an exciting and scandalous evening, you won’t want to miss this event!
When: Friday, November 8, from 5 pm until midnight; Saturday, November 9, from 5 pm to midnight; and Sunday, November 10, from noon to 5 pm
Where: BMO Centre, Stampede Park — 20 Roundup Way SE
Price: Individual single-day passes are $36.90; Couples single day passes are $64.32; VIP Weekend Shopping Passes are $126.13
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What: Cheer on the Calgary Flames as they face off against the LA Kings at the Scotiabank Saddledome.
When: November 11 at 8 pm
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
Cost: Tickets start at $31; get them here
The Price is Right/X
What: Get ready to “Come on Down” and join the excitement as the legendary television game show, The Price Is Right, comes to life at the two live events at Grey Eagle Resort and Casino this Saturday. Here’s your chance to maybe win it BIG!
When: November 9 at 1 and 8 pm
Where: Grey Eagle Resort and Casino
Cost: Tickets start at $51; get them here
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What: Taylor Swift may not be bringing her massive Eras Tour to Calgary, but we aren’t missing out on the party of it all, with a TSwift Dance Party taking over The Back Alley this Friday.
When: November 8 at 8 pm
Where: The Back Alley – 4630 Macleod Trail
Cost: Tickets start at $14.69; get them here
What: Bamboozle your brain this week at the Telus Spark Science Centre. You can spend your day at its Digital Immersion Gallery and watch its jaw-dropping shows at the Infinity Dome. There’s so much to do here, the time will fly!
When: Sundays to Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm; Saturdays from 9 am to 7 pm
Where: Telus Spark Science Centre – 220 Saint George’s Drive NE
Price: Various tickets are available; tickets can be purchased here
What: Break up your workweek by enjoying a three-course meal while the Jubilations Theatre takes you on a whirlwind journey through the ’60s and ’70s with its latest show, All Those Rolling Stones.
When: Opens on October 26 and runs until January 11, 2025
Where: Jubilations Dinner Theatre — 1002 37th Street SW
Price: Tickets start at $75.95 and can be purchased here
What: Beat the weekend crowds at the Crossroads Farmers’ Market this Friday. Wander through the amazing stalls and grab some delicious produce, meats, bread, or cheese to make the ultimate Friday night meal.
When: Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday year-round from 9 am to 5 pm
Where: 1235 26th Avenue SE
What: Vintage car lovers won’t want to miss this spot. The Gasoline Alley Museum has a huge collection of antique vehicles and oil and gas-related artifacts across three floors, and it’s the perfect trip to step back into the world of old automobiles.
When: Tuesdays to Sundays from 10 am to 4 pm
Where: Heritage Park — 1900 Heritage Drive SW
Cost: Tickets start at $14.95 for adults (16+) and $8.95 for children (3-15) and can be purchased here
What: Spend your weeknight taking a break from screens with one of the amazing DIY workshops at Plant. You can start your journey into botany by learning how to create your own wreath and terrarium or how to draw plants — the choice is yours!
Visit a cute bookstore
What: As the days get shorter, we can’t wait to curl up under a blanket with a good book. There are so many great bookshops around the city to fill your bags with gripping adventure tales or steamy romance novels. Whatever the genre, you’re bound to find a book you can’t put down.