14 wicked things to do in Calgary this weekend: November 15 to 17

The weekend is about to arrive in Calgary and we are looking forward to all the snazzy things to do in our beautiful city.

From some winter and Christmas events kicking off to Jerry Seinfeld bringing the laughs to cheering on the Calgary Flames, check out these things to do in Calgary this weekend. Have fun!!

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What: The Boss is finally coming to Calgary, after postponing the original tour date that was set to hit Calgary last fall. Make sure to snag some tickets to see the icon live at the Scotiabank Saddledome this Saturday night.

When: November 16 at 7:30 pm
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
Cost: Tickets start at $212 and can be found here

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What: One of comedy’s GOATs is coming to Calgary this weekend to support an important local cause, and fans will have two opportunities to see him live. Golden Globe winner Jerry Seinfeld will perform two shows at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium on Saturday, November 16.

The event marks the 25th anniversary of The Owen Hart Foundation (OHF) and the work it does within the Calgary community and beyond.

When: November 16 at 6 and 9 pm
Where: Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
Cost: Tickets start at $193

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Calgary Zoo ZooLights (@thecalgaryzoo/Instagram)

What: ZooLights, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is back for its 28th year! Calgary’s award-winning, magical holiday tradition will be glowing for seven weeks of festive, family-friendly fun. Enjoy all the magic of ZooLights while supporting wildlife conservation — it’s a win-win!

When: November 15, 2024, to January 5, 2025
Time: 5 to 9 pm
Where: Calgary Zoo — 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary
Tickets: Price varies by day

What: The Inglewood Night Market is a modern market with locally sourced and handmade vendors selling diverse goods, from handmade crafts to vintage clothing, antiques and collectibles, artisan eats and more.

When: November 15, 16, 22, and 23, and 29, 30
Time: 4 to 9 pm
Where: South Bank Building — 880 9th Street SE, Calgary
Tickets: $5

What: Rising country musician Chase Matthew will be at the Palace Theatre this Friday night, and nothing beats country tunes to kick off the weekend!

When: November 15 at 7 pm
Where: The Palace Theatre — 219 8th Avenue SW
Tickets: Starting around $37 and can be purchased online here

What: Spend your week supporting a good cause while eating some delicious noodles. The highly anticipated 10-day noodle event is back in Calgary and will see restaurants and eateries all over the city serving up creative noodle dishes to raise $15,000 to reduce food waste and support those in need.

When: November 7 to 17
Where: Locations across Calgary

What: The Calgary Flames have an epic game to kick off the weekend as they face off against the Nashville Predators this Friday. Throw your jersey on and get down to the dome!

When: November 15 at 7 pm
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
Cost: Tickets start at $38

What: Head over to the Telus Spark Science Centre for a day full of wonder. You can check out its Digital Immersion Gallery and watch its jaw-dropping shows at the Infinity Dome. This spot is bound to leave you in awe!

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

Aspen Crossing Polar Express (Aspen Crossing/Facebook)

What: Take a look at tons of handcrafted items and find a treasure to take home with you from more than 60 vendors at the Aspen Crossing Christmas Market.

When: Saturday, November 16 and Sunday, November 17
Time: Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm; Sunday, 10 am to 3 pm
Where: Box 30, Mossleigh, Alberta (one kilometre west of Mossleigh on Highway #24)
Tickets: Free admission

What: You can’t beat a night full of great music and a scrumptious three-course meal. Visit the Jubilations Theatre to go on a whirlwind journey through the ’60s and ’70s with its latest show, All Those Rolling Stones. You’re bound to leave the theatre with a huge grin on your face and a classic tune stuck in your head!

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: Take a stroll through the Crossroads Farmers’ Market this Friday before the weekend crowds hit. You can grab some delicious produce, meats, bread, or cheese for the ultimate Friday night meal or buy a cute new trinket to spice up your home decor.

When: Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday year-round from 9 am to 5 pm
Where: 1235 26th Avenue SE

What: The Gasoline Alley Museum is the perfect day trip for vintage car lovers. Visitors can step back into the world of old automobiles with the vast collection of antique vehicles and oil and gas-related artifacts.

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: Switch off your work brain with a DIY workshop at Plant, where you can learn how to create your own wreath or how to draw plants. After all, with the weather getting colder, we’d much rather reconnect to nature inside.

Visit a cute bookstore

What: With winter fast approaching, it’s officially the season of reading books by the fireplace with a hot chocolate. There are plenty of amazing bookshops around Calgary to fill your bags with all the stories your heart desires, from page-turning mysteries to gut-wrenching love stories.

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