8 Things To Do This Weekend in Calgary (March 1 – 3)
March is here and we’re feelin’ good about it! There are tons of things to do in Calgary this weekend so keep reading for the very best events, concerts, food experiences, and more to check out. Here are our 8 picks for things to do in Calgary this weekend!
Kick off the YYC Food and Drink Experience
A 10-day culinary experience starts this Friday! Presented by Brightside, this foodie festival is encouraging you to explore Calgary’s amazing culinary scene through the value of prix-fixe menus. Restaurants will have $20-$30 lunch menus and $30-$40 dinner menus. Select restaurants will have $65 gourmet dinner menus if you’re feeling a lil boujee.
When: Begins Friday, March 1
Where: Participating restaurants
Jam with Young The Giant
We never knew we needed a song about cough syrup, but now that it’s here we can’t stop jamming. YTG is also bringing upcoming band Sure Sure with them, so if you’re indie this is a must-hit show.
When: Saturday, March 2 @ 7 PM
Where: MacEwan Hall– 402 Collegiate Blvd NW
Cost: $39.50
Cry happy tears at the Iginla Jersey Retirement Ceremony/Flames game
We know him, we love him, we miss him every day… and now, we’re officially retiring his jersey. It’s time for number 12 to hit the rafters, as Jarome Iginla will have his iconic digits retired this Saturday. Plus, watch our boys dominate over the Wild on home ice.
When: Saturday, March 2
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
Cost: $105.25+
Shop till you drop at Lulupalooza
Don’t miss this huge consigned Lululemon sale at Lake Bonavista Mall! They’ve got 2000+ items like new and current and many still with tags on, so go check it out for some seriously discounted buys.
When: Saturday, March 2 @ 10AM–4PM
Where: 755 Lake Bonavista Dr SE
Make snow angels at Signal Hill Winterfest
If you’re looking for a fun activity for the kidlets, it’s time to hit up Signal Hill Winterfest. The community’s got an afternoon of skating, outdoor games, hot chocolate, roasted marshmallows, and face-painting planned, so pack up the fam and get ready for some snowy fun.
When: Sunday, March 3 at 1:30 PM
Where: Signal Hill Community Association– 489 Sienna Park Green SW
Cost: Free!
Take advantage of free admission at the Glenbow
With generous support from Chevron Canada, the Glenbow is putting on its sixth annual Community Day. Everyone is invited to come together and visit Glenbow for free, so grab your crew and scope out those new exhibits (Dior, anyone?).
When: Sunday, March 3 @ 9AM–5PM
Where: Glenbow Museum– 130 – 9th Avenue SE
Cost: Free!
Mess around with the scientific circus
Circus has 20+ unreal exhibits. 20+ exhibits means 20+ opportunities to learn something new, including how to dominate on the High Wire (an extremely useful skill for day-to-day life). You can also become an aerialist and train fleas to jump through hoops, which is pretty ideal if you ask us.
When: Runs throughout the weekend
Where: Telus Spark– 220 St. George’s Drive NE
Cost: General admission to Telus Spark
Get sweet at the Calgary Maple Festival des Sucres
With street hockey, person-sized bubble balls, and maple taffy made on snow, the Maple Festival is a can’t-miss event. It celebrates the French Canadian, Métis and First Nations cultures while offering a memorable cultural experience in French!
When: Saturday, March 2 @ 10AM
Where: 1900 Heritage Dr. SW
Cost: $18.95
That’s it that’s all. Go make memories for Monday Calgs– and don’t forget to tag @CuriocityCalgary in all your amazing Instas over the next couple of days!
