8 Things To Do in Calgary this Weekend (Mar. 15 – 17)
Heyo, it’s the weekend again! The past couple days just flew by, probably because we were having so much fun (shoutout our Things To Do Week Guide). But now it’s time to buckle up for a wild, St. Patty’s-inspired Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Calgary. Get your rally naps in and keep reading for 8 things you’ve just gotta do over the next couple of days!
Embrace your inner werewolf at the Crescent Moon Party
An outdoor party under the moon!? Sure, we’ll bite. Hit up the famous Tigerstedt Block Parking Lot for music, art, fire pits, and dancing. Costumes are encouraged, so rock your moon party best!
When: Friday, March 15 @ 7 PM
Where: 9th Avenue & Centre Street NE
Cost: Free!
Get rowdy at the Roughnecks vs Mammoth game
Okay, so you know that Roughnecks games get rowdy normally… but this time it might get downright insane. The game is dedicated to St. Patty’s, so everybody will be decked out in green, playing pub games and taking pics at the photo booth! If you’re there between 5pm-5:30pm, you can snag a free food and beverage item too!
When: Saturday, March 16 @ 7 PM
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
Give zero lucks at the Calgary St Patrick’s Day Mega Party
If you’re into Top 40 music, getting wild for St. Patty’s, and lots of neon green, this event is for you. Let’s hope the luck of the Irish helps with your hangover the next day.
When: Sunday, March 17 @ 10 PM
Where: Cowboys Dancehall, 1140 10th Ave SW
Cost: Limited $10 tix available
Crush Dome beers at the Flames vs Rangers game
Anyone else feeling another hatty for Johnny? That game against the Devils was iconic, and we’re pretty sure it only goes up from here. Grab a Dome foam, a red sweatered pal, and get ready to cheer our boys towards yet another W.
When: Friday, March 15 @ 7:00 PM
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
Eat up at Family Squeezed
Forget a pot of gold, all we want for St. Patty’s is a Pot o’ Dough from our fave cookie dough masters. Their Mac n’ Cheese is also a seriously awesome option for when you’re getting those comfort food cravings, so pop by anytime this weekend to grab yourself a tasty bite!
When: Visit anytime this weekend
Waddle with the best at the Calgary Zoo Penguin Walk
For the 7th year in a row, Calgarians are getting the chance to enjoy the Calgary Zoo Penguin Walk! The lucky spectators will be up close and personal with a gorgeous group of king penguins during this annual spectacle.
When: On till end of March (weather permitting)
Where: Calgary Zoo– 210 St. George’s Drive NE
Shop it up at the Calgary Relove Market
Ready for a day of shopping carefully curated women’s clothing collections? Us too. From Lululemon to Louis Vuitton, Vintage Finds and one of a kinds, the Relove Market’s got it all. Whether you barter, trade or snag is up to you… just don’t get too aggressive. We don’t want a Black Friday sitch on our hands.
When: Saturday, March 16 @ 12 PM – 4 PM
Where: The Village: Brentwood’s Lifestyle Centre– 4039 Brentwood Road NW
Dip into the whiskey at Shelter
All weekend long, Shelter will be getting in the St. Patty’s spirit by serving up three Irish Whiskey cocktails and offering whiskey tasting flights. This way you’ll be able to explore whiskey from different regions across Ireland.
When: March 15 – 17
Where: Shelter– 1210 1 Street SW
That’s about it, Calgary! We can’t promise you’ll see leprechauns but we can promise a heck of a good time if you follow this guide. May you have an incredibly lucky weekend!
