8 Socially-Distanced Things To Do In Calgary This Week (November 30-December 4)
It’s officially here, folks. We’ve survived lockdowns, cancellations, quarantine concerts, Megxit, a political storm, and even saw actual footage of a UFO this year. To celebrate the very last month of 2020, we’re encouraging you guys to really live it up – physically distanced from each other of course – by starting with this week’s round-up of fun and totally safe things to do in Calgary.
WARM-UP NEXT TO ONE OF CALGARY’S FREE-TO-USE FIREPITS
In an effort to promote safe socialization, some public parks in Calgary have been fitted with temporary fire pits and, as if that wasn’t cool enough, they’re also offering free wood. Check out the link above for more information on where to find them, and how to book a spot for you and your ‘social bubble.’
When: Every day
Where: See locations in the link above
Time: 9 am – 9 pm
Cost: Free
STROLL WESTERN CANADA’S LARGEST OUTDOOR DISPLAYS
For the 25th year in a row, Western Canada’s largest outdoor walk-through display will light up the chilliest nights of the year. Drink hot chocolate, take a lap around the ice rink, take photos, and cozy up next to their fire all December long during Airdrie’s Festival of Lights! You won’t want to miss it!
When: Thursday, December 1st-31st
Where: Nose Creek Regional Park, Airdrie, AB
Time: 6 pm – 9 pm
Cost: Free
COMPETE WITH FRIENDS
Using the QuizUp App, go head-to-head with your special someone in a game of Trivia! Turn over your phones, place a bet, and test each other’s ability to answer random rapid-fire questions, or choose a topic and see who’s more quick-witted.
When: Whenever
Where: Wherever
Time: Anytime
Cost: Free
WANDER MARKET NIGHTS AT HERITAGE PARK
It’s market season! Every Thursday and Friday until December 18th, explore quaint shops and artisan booths or go for a drink on Selkirk’s Winter Patio. Once you’ve shopped and are ready to drop, relax by the fire and make a s’more or have your pet’s picture taken with Santa!
When: Thursday, December 3rd – 4th
Where: 1900 Heritage Dr. SW, Calgary, AB
Time: 5 pm – 9 pm
Cost: Free
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ROLL PAST THE LIONS’ PARK FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
Stay safe, stay dazzled! Like many other events this year, Calgary’s Lions’ Park has had to adjust the way that they do things – but it’s nothing that you’re not already used to! Instead of taking to 14th street on foot, get your holiday spirit on from behind the wheel, and drive through their 500,000-bulb display.
When: All month long
Where: Confederation Golf Course – 14th Street NW, Calgary
Time: 6 pm – 12 am
Cost: Free
SHARE SCREENS AND BINGE NETFLIX’S DECEMBER RELEASES
From cheesy holiday movies to documentaries, comedies, and originals, the streaming service is back with hours of entertainment to get us through another month of uncertainty and chilly northern weather. This month, those who would prefer to stay indoors can binge their way to the holidays with a ton of new releases!
When: All month long
Where: At home!
Time: Whenever
Cost: Free
SING ALONG TO STORYBOOK THEATRE’S ‘ANNIE’
Luckily for our sanity throughout quarantimes we’ve seen virtual concerts and online table readings – now, sing along to Storybook Theatre’s Annie and support local artists! You can bet your bottom dollar that we’ll be checking it out.
When: Until Saturday, January 2nd
Where: Online
Time: Tuesday to Saturday – 7 pm and Sundays – 2 pm
Cost: $32 per streaming code
BROWSE CROSSIRON MILLS HOLIDAY HAVEN
It really doesn’t get better than this one, Calgary. From fluffy sled dogs and ice sculptures to food trucks and a hundred reasons to spend some cash – Holiday Haven at CrossIron Mills, will be a dream COVID-safe event. It really is all hands on deck for this year’s celebration of all things merry and bright.
When: Thursday to Sundays from December 3rd – 21st
Where: 261055 Crossiron Blvd, Rocky View County, AB
Time: 12 pm – 5 pm
Cost: Free
Wham, bam, thank you, ma’am, 8 socially-distanced things to do in Calgary this week. Please be safe out there, be smart, and above all, be kind to one another.
