8 Things to do at home and around Calgary this week (June 1-5)
Happy Sunday, YYC! We hope your weekends were warm, safe, bright, and eventful! This week we’re kicking off a brand new month with exciting new events, activities, openings, and the next phase in Alberta’s relaunch. How exciting! Alright, we’ve got a lot to cover, so let’s just get into it! Here are 8 things to do in Calgary or at home this week!
Safely visit Banff national park
Finally! It’s here! Canada’s national parks and historical sites have been given the go-ahead to let the public back in, at a limited capacity. Go out there and get some fresh air, folks!
Virtually ‘visit’ Telus Sparks Body Worlds: Animals Inside Out
See Body Worlds: Animals inside out from the comfort of your own couch. Join animal expert extraordinaire, Zack Anderson, Spark’s own Director of Education, and explore an exhibit that gives the viewer a rare up-close look at animal anatomy.
When: Wednesday, June 3rd
Where: Online here
Time: 1 pm – 1:45 pm
Hit up a patio
Last week, Calgary officially kicked off phase 1 of Alberta’s relaunch strategy, by opening retail spaces, salons, bars and restaurants. Have a drink at one of Calgary’s favourite breweries, or grab a bite at your favourite eatery!
Take an online cooking class taught by Calgary’s best
With Brewery and the Beast’s Homeschool Series, foodies can get ultra creative in the kitchen and behind the bar. Every week the video series will feature festival alumni chefs and guest bartenders, who will take you step-by-step through creating cocktails and unique dishes via live stream.
When: Thursday, June 4th
Where: Register here
Time: 7 pm
Cost: $15
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Check out the Hillhurst Farmer’s market
Get some fresh air while browsing local vendors at the Hillhurst Sunnyside Farmer’s Market! Don’t worry guys, they’ve taken the necessary precautions to keep you all as safe as possible. They’ve even exclusively given the 60+ crowd their own hours!
When: Wednesday, June 3rd
Where: 1320 5 Avenue NW, Calgary
Time: 2:30 pm- 7 pm
Go for a leisurely scoot
Feel the wind in your hair! Roll e-scooters currently operate in Kelowna and Edmonton, and now to celebrate their big launch in Calgary, they’re offering you guys one free ride! Use code ROLLINCOWTOWN or CURIOCITY to claim yours. Just remember to wash and sanitize your hands, guys.
Tell your ‘COVID’ Story
This is your chance to document and publically share what life in quarantine has been like for you. Glenbow Museum wants to hear from you! Dear Glenbow is a project encouraging Calgarians to write a letter to them detailing your experience during the COVID pandemic in the hopes of inspiring future artists and exhibits at the museum.
When: Until Friday, July 31st
Where: See recipient address and email here
Binge a newly released old favourite on Disney+
This June, Disney + will be treating our eyeballs to several beloved classics and highly anticipated Disney original content. In addition to premiering their new original Artemis Fowl with Colin Farrell, they’ll also be dropping movies like Avengers: Infinity War, and 1999’s 101 Dalmations the TV show.
Whew. There ya have it, Calgary. Man, there’s a heck of a lot of things to do out there this week. Remember to safe out there, folks. Enjoy yourselves!
