8 Things To Do In Calgary This Week (September 8-11)
The days following a holiday Monday are the worst, aren’t they? Luckily there are a ton of fun places and events that will almost definitely take your mind off the grind! Here are 8 things to do in Calgary this week, from farmers’ markets, food festivals and concerts, to day trip activities, and museum visits. We think it’s pretty safe to say we’ve finally got a hang of this ‘safe, but still fun’ thing, wouldn’t you?
VISIT A CALGARY POP-UP MARKET
Fruit and vegetables just taste better when they’re bought outside, don’t they? Kale yeah, they do! This week, through until Thanksgiving the local farms in partnership with the city will be hosting pop-up farmers’ markets all over the Calgary encouraging you to buy fresh, Alberta-grown, good-for-you produce!
When: Until Thanksgiving 2020
Where: See locations here
Time: See times here
Price: Prices vary
CHECK OUT NEIL ZELLER’S ‘PORCHRAIT’ EXHIBIT AT THE GLENBOW
When the world seemed to have stood still, he stood 6 feet back. Thanks to Calgary photographer, Neil Zeller, some families, and their COVID experience will be immortalized beautifully in a new exhibit at YYC’s Glenbow Museum, you can get your tickets now by clicking the link above!
When: Until Saturday, October 31st
Where: 130 9th Avenue SE, Calgary
Time: Book times here
Cost: $19.95+
VISIT THE FARMERS’ MARKET IN HILLHURST
This week, shop around, get some fresh air, and support local by browsing the vendors at this season’s Hillhurst Sunnyside Farmers’ Market! For those who are ready to go out and resume everyday life, they’ve taken the necessary precautions to keep you all as safe as possible. They’ve even exclusively given the 60+ crowd their own hours!
When: Wednesday, September 9th
Where: 1320 5 Avenue NW, Calgary
Time: 2:30 pm- 7 pm
Cost: Free
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SPEND THE DAY AT BUTTERFIELD ACRES!
Grab the kidlets and take in what’s left of summer at Calgary’s Butterfield Acres! Bottle feed goats, hang out with the sheep, and get up close and personal with their horses! These folks are COVID friendly and it makes for a pretty cute date night, so check it out!
When: Whenever
Where:254077 Rocky Ridge Road
Time: Times here
Cost: $13.49 +
GET YOUR HANDS DIRTY DURING THE 2020 RIBFEST
We hope you don’t mind the smell of car meat because 2020’s juiciest bonanza will take place in your driver’s seat! Taste and vote on everything from ribs pulled pork, and chicken without undoing your seat belt! Different year, same old sausage fest!
When: Saturday, September 11
Where: McMahon Stadium
Time: 11 am – 8 pm
Tickets: Prices vary
ATTEND A CONCERT UNDER THE STARS
This Friday, enjoy an intimate evening under the stars at the Fairmont Banff Springs. Featuring incredible the musicians from Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and even a Juno award-winning performer, this concert series will an awe-inspiring experience well worth the drive.
When: Friday, September 11th
Where: Fairmont Banff Springs, 405 Spray Avenue, Banff
Time: 7 pm
Cost: $50/person
CHECK OUT HORIZON MALL’S LEGO GALLERY
This week, check out the incredible sky-high structures built during 2020’s BUILDCON. Artwork will be featured in 12 stores throughout the marketplace so Calgarians can “ooh,” “ahh” and take photos! Just watch your elbows! You don’t want to be the person that knocks over the Statue of LEGO Liberty. Trust us.
When: Entire month of September
Where: 260300 Writing Creek Cresent – Rocky View County, AB
Time: See times here
Cost: Free
TAKE SOMEONE SPECIAL ON A (VERY CHEAP) DATE
Alright, folks. We need to talk. A date should not cost you a million dollars! This week, spend less than $10 with our guide to Calgary’s best cheap AF dates. You might be surprised by how much the city really has to offer!
When: Whenever
Where: See locations here
Time: Anytime
Cost: Under $10
Well, there you have it, friends. 8 groovy things to do in Calgary this week. Remember to have fun, stay safe, and enjoy! Friday will be here again in no time!
