8 Things To Do In Calgary This Weekend (September 25-27)

It’s Friday Eve, and you know what that means! It’s time to check out what’s happening in and around the city. This time around we’ve got some tasty, mesmerizing events a lot of which are free or under $5. Who doesn’t love being able to save a couple of bucks!? Here are 8 things to do this weekend in Calgary.

TAKE FLIGHT AT THE INTERNATIONAL HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL

This week get up close, but not too close, and personal, but not too personal, with vendors, the balloons, and their pilots during this year’s (COVID-friendly) Heritage Inn Balloon festival, a colourful breezy event and an autumn favourite. You won’t want to miss this one, folks!

When: Until Sunday, September 27th
Where: MacLeod Tr SW, High River
Time: See times here
Cost: Free

CHECK OUT ONE OF BUTTERFIELD ACRE’S DAY CAMPS

This weekend, grab the littles and take in what’s left of the nicer weather at Calgary’s Butterfield Acres! Bottle feed goats, hang out with the sheep, and get up close and personal with their horses during one of their super fun, COVID-friendly day-camps! Check the link above for dates, times, and to register!

When: Friday, September  25th
Where:254077 Rocky Ridge Road
Time: Times here
Cost: $39 +

CATCH A FLICK DURING THE 2020 CIFF

Alberta’s film scene doesn’t get enough credit! We have some incredible writers, directors, and actors, so it just makes sense to celebrate them. This weekend, Calgarians can check out films by talented prairie-cats and international artists.

When: Thursday, September 24 – October 4, 2020
Where: See locations and online link here
Time: Times vary
Cost: $27+

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SHOP TIL’ YOU DROP AT THE INGLEWOOD NIGHT MARKET

Breathe in some of that fresh fall air at the Inglewood night market! This COVID-friendly, super tasty event is the perfect autumn kick-off year after year. Of course, because of the virus, things will look a little different, but what 2020 festival or celebration doesn’t?

When: Friday, September 25th
Where: 3613 Blackburn Road SE, Calgary,
Time: 3 pm
Cost: $5 per two-hour time slot

HIT UP FIVER FRIDAY AT SPARK

There’s nothing wrong with shaking things up now and then – especially when it’ll only cost you $5! End the week right and bright, with super cheap admission, food specials, and of course, drink specials by heading to Spark anytime between 5 pm and 9 pm.

When: Friday, September 25th
Where: 220 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary
Time: 5 pm – 9 pm
Cost: $5

BUY-ONE, GIVE-ONE AT YYC PIZZA WEEK 2020

Nothing brings people together quite like pizza. No matter the occasion, a hot slice of za is a surefire way of making every gathering or event just that much better – this is exactly why YYC Pizza Week is practically 2020’s ultimate community event and it’s finally here! Check the link above for participating locations and enjoy!

When: Until Sunday, September 27th
Where: See locations here
Time: Anytime
Cost: Prices vary

PICK-A-PUMPKIN

Did you really even show up to this season if you don’t hit the pumpkin patch (and mini-golf, and a corn maze)? Until October 31st, carve, pick and take photos with hundreds of the Farmyard’s gourds! This year, all carving pumpkin proceeds will actually be donated to those in need – which is major after the last few months we’ve had.

When: Until Saturday, October 31st
Where:  284022 Township Rd 224, Rocky View
Time: 10 am – 9 pm
Cost: $17.95

GET SIPPIN’ AT POPUP SERIES.0

Looking to grab Saturday night drinks in a place with some spunk? Popup Series.0 is a technicolour ode to Alice in Wonderland and psychedelics. Pull up to the space left unoccupied by Royale, enjoy food and drink from Zilfords Chicken and Taiko Canteen, and wind down under the neon lights.

When: Until Wednesday, September 30th
Where: 30 17th Ave SW, Calgary
Time: Anything
Cost: Prices vary

There you have it, folks! 8 things to do in Calgary this weekend. We told you it was going to be a good (cheap) one! Whatever you choose to do, we hope you stay safe, be smart, and enjoy yourselves!