8 Things to do in Calgary this weekend (August 14-16)
It’s going to be a beautiful next few days, folks. Trust us, you won’t want to waste this one. Have nothing planned quite yet? Well, you’re in luck! That’s kind of why we’re here. From drive-in movies to drive-in food truck festivals, YYC has a ton of physical distance friendly events that you and your inner circle can enjoy. Here are 8 things to do in Calgary this weekend!
CATCH A FLICK AT MOTOR NIGHTS DRIVE-IN
From 80’s classic to new school cool, Motor Nights: A Series of Drive-In Events will be bringing you everything you want in a night at the movies- nostalgia, excitement, and a sense of community in a year when we could all use it the most.
When: Until Sunday, August 16th
Where: 43080 Bow Valley Trail, Cochrane, AB
Time: See times here
Cost: $56 per car
GRAB A BITE TO EAT THE AIRDRIE FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL
This weekend check out Airdries’ third food truck frenzy! Grab a burger, a corndog or pizza, chase it with an ice-cold lemonade and take in the fresh air through your car window. What is summer without a drive-thru and carnival type-foods?!
When: Friday, August 14th
Where: 200 E Lake Cres NE, Airdrie, AB
Time: 7 pm
Cost: Prices vary
BROWSE THE MILLARVILLE MARKET
This Saturday, enjoy a beautiful summer morning with Calgary’s local vendors selling everything from organic foods and to household products at the Millarville Market. Grab a cold lemonade or a tasty bite at one of their food trucks and breathe in the out-of-city air.
When: Every Saturday
Where: 306097 192 Street West, Millarville
Time: 9 am – 2 pm
Cost: Free
CHECK OUT THE ART AT THE 2020 BUMP FESTIVAL
This weekend, check out the “largest and most exciting” BUMP Calgary lineup to date! With unique programming to adapt to our new and crazy world, this contemporary art festival has beaten the odds and will delight, astonish, and capture the city’s spirit this summer with it’s 21 original murals.
When: Until August 30th
Where: Beltline – Calgary Inner-City
Time: Anytime
Cost: Free
ENJOY THE PLAYOFFS FROM A PATIO
This weekend cheer on the home team when they go head to head against the Dallas Stars. When will we ever get to enjoy the playoffs in 20+ weather again? Don’t waste a single game sitting on your couch, Calgary! This is basically a once in a lifetime opportunity.
When: See the schedule here
Where: See locations here
Time: See times here
Cost: Free
GRAB A FUNKY FLOATS AT FISH CREEKS POP-UP SHOP
Man, It’s been a hot minute since we’ve had an ice cream float, but it won’t be much longer if we can help it! Every Saturday until the end of his month, Annie’s Cafe in Fish Creek Park will be hosting the Funky Floats Truck, the tastiest place to cool off on four wheels.
When: Every Saturday until the end of summer
Where: 15985 Bow Bottom Trail SE, Calgary
Time: 11 am – 2 pm
Cost: Prices Vary
EAT YOUR WAY THROUGH ALBERTA
Last Call, Calgary! Celebrate the comforting small-town restos and the big city chef-driven menus of the prairies with Alberta on The Plate – a multi-course fixed price culinary festival showcasing the best in provincial eats. Gas up your car, crank that road trip playlist and leave the road snacks at home. We’re eating like royalty!
When: Until Sunday, August 15th
Where: See participating restaurants here
Time: Whenever
Cost: Prices to vary
SIP AND STRECH AT AN OUTDOOR YOGA CLASS
Inhale, exhale, stretch and sweat at this all-ages Yoga Class in Riverside Park. We honestly can’ think of a better way to wind down after a long week than some green grass, a cool breeze, the smell of a yoga mat, and an ice cold drink.
When: Sunday, August 16th
Where: 1300 12 Street Northeast
Time: 1 pm
Cost: Free
There you have it, folks! See? There are a ton of things to do this weekend in Calgary. Enjoy yourselves out there, and be safe!
