8 things to do in Calgary this week (August 31 – September 4)

Well, here we are, folks. The final list of things to do in August this year. We hope that you made the most of it, and are ready to keep the good times rolling into September. As usual, we’ve got a few ways for you to make the most of the start of the month. Let’s check em out!

Here are 8 things to do this week in Calgary.

ENJOY A SERIES OF DISTANCE FRIENDLY CONCERTS AND FOOD

Eat, drink and celebrate Canadian Musicians at a COVID friendly distance! This month, pair Southern-inspired fare, and a lineup of cool cocktails and local craft beer with 18 incredible performances! You won’t want to miss this one, Calgary!

When: Wednesday, September 2nd – September 4th
Where: Mikey’s On 12th 918 12 Ave SW, Calgary
Time: 5:30 pm
Cost: $40

EAT YOUR WAY THROUGH LE CHEESEBURGER WEEK

This September, the Saputo wants you to, once again, participate in the grate-est countrywide food festival, the 9th annual Le Cheeseburger Week. From coast to coast, restaurant favourites all of differing price points and specialties have submitted cheesy, juicy, carb-happy masterpieces check out the link above for Calgary’s participating restaurants!

When: September 1st – September 7th
Where: See nearest locations here
Time: Anytime!
Cost: Prices vary

VISIT THE CALGARY FARMYARD CORN MAZE

With the launch of their incredible maze celebrating our frontline workers, the Calgary Farmyard has kicked off another lively season of fun. The air is fresh, the goats are snuggleable and the sunflowers are finally in bloom – but they won’t last forever! Get out there and enjoy folks!

When: Wednesday – Sunday
Where: 284022 Township Road 224, Rocky View County, AB
Time: 10 pm – 4:30 pm
Cost: $16.95

CAST YOUR VOTE DURING THE MARDA GRAS PET PAGENT 

Until September 4th, cast your vote for Marda Loop’s fanciest floof during the first-ever virtual Marda Gras Pet Pagent… If that’s not enough because you’re more of the participation type, dress your pet to the nines and compete for amazing community prizes! Who is the goodest boy, really? We’re about to find out!

When: Until September 4th
Where: ‎1817 Crowchild Trail NW Calgary
Time: 12 pm
Cost: $25

Grab a rainbow bite

This is perhaps the tastiest way to show your support this Pride weekend! In collaboration with YYCFoodTrucks, Calgary presents the Pride Thru-Drive Thru! Grab a colourful lemonade, roll down the window, and enjoy a delicious afternoon in the comfort of your own vehicle.

When: Friday, September 4th from 3 pm – 8 pm
Where: Grey Eagle Casino 3777 Grey Eagle Dr, Calgary
Time: Times here
Cost: Prices vary

HIT UP ONE OF CALGARY’S POP-UP MARKETS

Fruit and vegetables just taste better when they’re bought outside, don’t they? Kale yeah, they do! This summer, through until Thanksgiving the local farms in partnership with the city will be hosting pop-up farmers’ markets all over the Calgary encouraging you to buy fresh, Alberta-grown, good-for-you produce!

When: Until Thanksgiving 2020
Where: See locations here
Time: See times here
Price: Prices vary

CHECK OUT THE NEW BUMP MURALS AROUND CALGARY

That’s a wrap, peeps! Over the past month, incredible new murals have been created for the (biggest ever) 2020 BUMP festival. All of the events & programming for the festival itself are over, but you can do multiple types of tours to explore these stunning works of art around town.

When:  Festival Completed
Where:  Find the mural map here
Cost: Free

CELEBRATE CALGARY PRIDE WEEK

There might not be a parade this year, but there is still plenty of pride! The week is jam-packed with Pride events in what is actually the 30th anniversary of Calgary Pride! Check ’em out right here.

When: Now until September 6th
Where: Various locations and events

There you have it, pals! Those are our picks for 8 of the best things to do in Calgary this week.