8 Things To Do In Calgary This Week (October 15-18)
If you’re reading this, you survived Thanksgiving weekend, Congratulations! Hopefully, by now, you’ve recovered and are ready to get productive. If you’re not quite there yet, don’t worry, you’ve only got four days left until the weekend! But that doesn’t mean you should let it all go to waste.
Here are 8 things to do in Calgary this week, that isn’t ‘just waiting for Friday.’
CHEER ON THE FLAMES AT THE SADDLEDOME
Strain your vocal cords at one of the Flames home games this week. On Tuesday the boys will take on The Philidelphia Flyers and on Thursday drop puck against The Detroit Redwings. GO FLAMES GO.
When: October 15 and 17
Where: 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
Cost: $19 – $26
H&M GRAND OPENING AT DEERFOOT CITY
Need to walk off that turkey? Well, shop until you shed the cranberry sweats. H&M is opening a brand new location and it’s going to be huge; AND One of the first 300 people in line can win up to $300 off their purchase, which is a lot at H&M.
When: October 17
Where: 901 64 Ave NE Unit #3150, Calgary
EAT PIZZA AND PET PUPPIES
Did anyone order a large pizza with a side of puppy playdate? Download the @spotdogwalking app this week and get two of your fave things at the same time, in your own home, even! Support Alberta Animal Rescue Crew while you eat a little pizza pie and pet some puppies! It sounds like paradise to us.
When: October 17
Where: Location of choice
TELUS SPARK – DOME MOVIE NARRATED BY RYAN REYNOLDS
Talk about a national treasure. Not just Ryan Reynolds, but the Canadian Rainforest, and bears who live there! This Friday, The Telus Spark Science Center will be screening their brand new dome movie, Great Bear Rainforest. Sit back and relax while our sweet, sweet Ryan takes us on a journey through a magic environment. The grand opening event also includes real biofacts from the Calgary Zoo, a meet and greet with the film’s sound designer, hands-on wood-burning activities and ton more.
When: October 18
Where: 220 Saint George’s Drive Northeast, Calgary
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ROCKY MOUNTAIN WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL
Didn’t have enough to eat or drink last weekend? We can turn that around. Rocky Mountian Wine and Food Fest is back, and they’re bringing out all the stops. Taste test over 300 different wines from 15 different countries, or pop a bottle like you’re in a rap video on Bubbly Boulevard. Strut their red carpet and take advantage of their luxury photo booth. Pictures will be helpful tomorrow morning in case you forget the night before.
When: October 18 – 19
Where: BMO Centre, Halls D & E – Roundup Way SE, Calgary
Cost: $20 – $38
CALGARY STAMPEDERS VS. WINNIPEG BLUE BOMBERS
Grey Cup finals are just around the corner! The date and half time show are all set, now it’s just a matter of who actually plays in the game. Every match-up counts! Cheer on Calgarys team this Saturday at McMahon.
When: October 19
Where: 1817 Crowchild Trail NW, Calgary
BUFFO SUNDAY SUPPER
Oh, comfort food. How we love thee… Cheesy, just like your momma used to make! Buffo, the authentic Italian resto, is serving up Sunday Supper this weekend. Dinner is only $35 dollars and includes three incredible courses. Sure beats turkey leftovers for the fifth night in a row.
When: October 20
Where: Saks Fifth Avenue, CF Chinook Centre, 6455 Macleod Trail SW #2Y
Cost: $35
HITMEN SUNDAY FUNDAY
Round out the week with The Calgary Hitmen’s Sunday Funday event! Not only will you get to enjoy watching Calgary and Medicine hat go head to head; but you can also participate in activities during the game and a post-family skate after the game!
When: October 20
Where: 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
Cost: $9.99 – $15.99
It sounds like a pretty solid week, right? It’s sports-filled, fun-filled, and will fill your stomach. All in all, it sounds pretty good to us!
