10 Socially-Distant Things To Do In Calgary This Week (January 18-22)
Happy Sunday, friends. Can you believe that we’re mid-way through January already? Things are just flying by, aren’t they?! This time around, in hopes of helping you to make the most of your time, we’ve got a great lineup of winter-friendly, COVID safe activities, and events for you to check out. Here are 10 socially-distanced things to do this week in Calgary.
GET A HAIRCUT
After over a month of restrictions, it might be time to get a hair cut or have your nails done. This Monday, self-care services such as salons, reflexology, barbershops, and esthetics such as nail salons; as well as piercing and tattoo shops will be able to open for one-on-one services.
When: Monday, January 18th
CHEER ON THE FLAMES
Grab a bag of popcorn and a few drinks, and “root-root” for the home team from your couch. No, it’s not the same as taking your seat in the dome, but it can still be a ton of fun if you let yourself get into it. Click the link above for this week’s broadcast schedule.
When: First game this week on Monday, January 18th
Where: At home
Time: 7:00 PM
Cost: Free
EXPERIENCE THE WORLD WITH AIRBNB ONLINE
This week, get the heck out of that COVID comfort zone of yours! Airbnb has a ton of unreal virtual experiences that will have you learning, seeing, and feeling new things safely – and for a fraction of what you’d pay for a plane ticket. Check the link above for our favourites!
When: See dates above
Where: From home
Time: See times above
Cost: Prices vary
DO A LAP AT DEERFOOT CITY
This week, lace up a pair of skates and enjoy a one of a kind date at Calgary’s Deerfoot Meadows, where they’ve set up a magical 100-foot synthetic ice skating rink! Book a private time, grab a hot cocoa, and glide your way into the holidays under their dazzling bright lights.
When: Until Sunday, February 28th
Where: 901 64 Avenue NE, Calgary
Time: Book time slot here
Cost: Free
CHECK OUT EAST VILLAGE’S CROSS COUNTRY SKI LOOP
Calgary’s East Village has opened their snowy Nordic Loop, a beautifully groomed 1 km cross country track, so you enjoy a fresh alpine-like experience, without filling up your gas tank and have more time for the things that matter.
When: Whenever!
Where: See all entrance points here
Time: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Cost: FREE
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TAKE A STROLL WITH THE PENGUINS AT THE ZOO
Every day until mid-March, Calgarians looking for a wholesome winter activity are encouraged to mask up and head to the Calgary Zoo for the annual Penguin Walk! Of course, this event depends on the weather – so before heading out, check their website for updates!
When: Until Mid-March
Where: 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary
Time: 10:00 AM
Cost: $19.95+
WORK UP A SWEAT
Whether you’re a fitness fanatic or a ruthless resolution maker, getting active is a task plagued by restrictions and chilly weather. Luckily a ton of Calgary workout studios have begun offering online classes, which not only means you can get moving but that in some cases, you can also support local in the process! Check out the link above for the studios offering virtual services!
When: Whenever
Where: At home
Time: Whenever
Cost: Prices vary
RENT AN ICE BIKE AT BOWNESS PARK
Are your ankles sore from all the skating you’ve been doing this winter? Give them a break by heading to Bowness Park, where you can be among the very first in the entire country to rent an ice bike! Click the link above for more information!
Where: 8900 48 Ave NW, Calgary,
When: See hours of operation here
Cost: $12/.5 hour or $20/hour
INDULGE IN SOME COMFORT FOOD
This week is supposed to be a pretty chilly one, Calgary, which can only mean one thing! Comfort food! Cozy in, dial-up and tune out over a warm bowl of the good stuff Check out our picks for Calgary’s best ramen spots above.
GO TOBOGGANING
This week, head for the hills! We can’t imagine that we’re the only ones who are more than ready to slide into 2021, so it’s just a matter of where. Check out the link above for 10 of the best places to go tobogganing in Calgary this winter!
When: Whenever
Where: See locations above
Wam, bam, thank you, ma’am! There you have it. 10 things to do in Calgary this week! Be safe, have fun and wash your hands!
