10 awesome things that you can do for FREE in Calgary this November

With Christmas just around the corner, some of you guys are probably starting to stress about dropping a dime or two on gifts, food, and decorations. As we’re all aware, the season of giving can get pretty expensive, but that doesn’t mean you should waste it on your couch. Here are 10 free things to do in Calgary this November!

VIRTUAL SPRUCE MEADOWS CHRISTMAS MARKET

This year, the Spruce Meadows International Christmas Market is going to look a little bit different than year’s past – but it’ll be totally free (to attend, of course)!  In order to keep everyone safe in 2020 shoppers can check out their 300+ vendors online at their new fancy MARKT website above.

When: Sunday, November 1st – December 31st, 2024
Where: Online here
Time: Anytime

TROLLEY 5’S BACHELORETTE VIEWING PARTY

Hey Calgary, can we steal you for a second? Trolley 5 wants you to accept their rose! Every Tuesday all November long, win prizes, enjoy specials, and experience crippling second-hand embarrassment amongst friends without any cover!

When: Every Tuesday
Where: 728 17 Ave SW, Calgary
Time:  6 pm

FRIDAY NIGHTS AT THE KING EDDY 

No line, no cover, no worries! Every Friday night this month at the King Eddy, enjoy real music from local bands in one of Calgary’s most historic venues! For more information or to see their lineup check out their website at the link above!

When: Every Friday in November
Where: 438 9 Avenue SE, Calgary
Time: See times above

CANADIAN ONLINE JAZZ FESTIVAL 

Toe tap, snap and sway in the comfort of your own home this November, with the 2020 Canadian Online Jazz Music Festival! What’s better than supporting incredible talent from all over the country, while drinking wine straight from the bottle in your PJs? Almost nothing – that’s what! Check it out!

When: Sunday, November 8th-15th
Where: Online here
Time: See times above

17TH AVENUE WINTER MARKET COLLECTIVE

November is really the month of Markets, but who’s complaining!  Every weekend from the 14th of November until the 6th of December, support local businesses at the 17th Avenue Winter Market Collective! Bring your dog, your friends, family, and credit card (of course) and enjoy the sun, the frosty air, and all the wonderful wares the vendors have to offer.

When:  Saturday, November 14th-15, 21st-22nd, 28th-29th, and December 5th-6th
Where: 17th Avenue – 8th Street SW, Calgary, AB
Time: TBA

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ESKER FOUNDATION – FALL EXHIBITS

This month catch this season’s incredible solo exhibits by Liz Magor, Samuel Roy-Bois, and Jon Sasaki at the Esker Foundation! This Inglewood gallery is a great way to spend an hour or two one afternoon, and it’s totally FREE!

When: Until December 19th
Where: 4th Floor, 1011 – 9th Avenue SE, Inglewood, Calgary
Time: Book your time here

ALL ACCESS WEEK AT THE GLENBOW

Calgary’s beloved Glenbow Museum is getting a facelift, but don’t miss your chance to say goodbye to some of their iconic, long-standing exhibits! For one week only this month, the inner city attraction will be open for free to the public in order to allow everyone to do exactly that and trust us, you guys won’t want to miss it. Reserve a time slot now!

When: Saturday, November 14th – 22nd
Where: 130 9th Avenue SE
Time: See times above

MIRACLE ON 1ST STREET POP-UP BAR – CALGARY

Dust off your ugliest Christmas sweater, YYC, because this winter season – we’re getting elfin festive! The magical pop-up bar, Miracle on 1st Street Calgary will be back for 2020 and it won’t cost you a cent to check it out.

When: Tuesday, November 24th – TBA
Where: 1302 1 St SW, Calgary, AB
Time: TBD

SASKATOON FARM CHRISTMAS MARKET

This month, shoppers can enjoy the holiday season with goods made by local artists, bakers, and pro crafters at the Saskatoon Farm Christmas Market! Meet and greet special guests, including Santa Claus and the Grinch.

When: Friday, November 27th-29th, December 4th-6th and 11th–13th
Where: 80181 338 Ave East Foothills, AB
Time: See times here

#LOVEYYC MONTH 2020

Why do you #LoveYYC? This month, though Tourism Calgary will instead be holding a month-long, virtual event where everyone is encouraged to tell neighbourhood stories, offer compelling deals, and hold contests with locally-sourced prizes.

When: November 1st  – 30th
Where: Online above
Time: Anytime

There you have it, friends! 10 of the best FREE things to do in Calgary this November! Enjoy yourselves out there, and be safe!