8 things to do in Calgary this weekend (December 27-29)
Christmas may be over, but December is alive and well. Whether you’re jonesing for a little more festive spirit before 2020 comes, or totally over the whole holiday season, we’ve got a little something for you. Let the winter fun continue! Here are 8 things to do in Calgary this weekend.
Skating at Olympic Plaza
Olympic Plaza is one of the only official city outdoor rinks that has opened this holiday season, and due to the warmer winter we’re expecting, she might be short-lived. Get out there and skate to your heart’s content while you can, Calgary!
When: Currently open
Where: Olympic Plaza, 228 8 Ave. SE
Time: 6:00am – 11:00pm
Cost: FREE
We Will Rock You: The Musical
Okay, so you’ve watched Bohemian Rhapsody 30 times, and still haven’t gotten your fill. We Will Rock You, the aptly named musical, is just what the doctor ordered. Sing along to Queen classics, and bop in your seats to incredible vocal performances from December 27-29.
When: Friday, December 27-29
Time: View times here.
Where: The Southern Jubilee Auditorium – 1415 14 Ave NW, Calgary
Cost: $83+
Spruce Meadows Christmas Lights
Grab a coffee, crank up the Michael Buble and take a relaxing drive through the grounds at Spruce Meadows for one last holiday hurrah. Enjoy thousands of lights, sights, a ton of (belated) Christmas spirit until January 5th.
When: Until Saturday, January 5th
Time: 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Where: Spruce Meadows – 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW, Calgary
Cost: FREE
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Cash Cash
This show will be wild. This American electronic group have been behind official remixes for Capital Cities, Kelly Clarkson, Katy Perry, Bruno Mars and Krewella. These guys are hot off the successful release of Take me Home ft. Bebe Rexha, and they’re bringing the heat to Palace Theatre. You won’t want to miss it.
When: Saturday, December 28th
Time: 9:00 pm
Where: The Palace Theatre – 219 8th Avenue SW, Calgary
Cost: $41.30+
Sippin Santa Tiki-Bar
Jingle your bells to a fiest-ive soundtrack of holiday music while you sip on Kris Kringle Coladas for one last weekend! Sippin’ Santa will be every holiday lover’s dream, every grumpy grinch’s nightmare, and every rowdy Rudolph’s watering hole.
When: Until Tuesday, December 31
Where: Ricardos Hideaway, 1530 5 St SW
Time: 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
A Christmas Carol
Yeah, we know that Christmas was last week, what’s your point? A Christmas Carol is a classic with a relevant message no matter the time of the year. Join Scrooge on a soul searching journey through his humble past, troubled present and uncertain future this weekend at Max Bell.
When: Friday, December 27th and Saturday, December 28th
Time: 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm and 7:30 pm
Where: Max Bell Theatre, 220 9th Ave SE Calgary
Cost: $50+
Calgary Zoolights
It’s tradition! Grab your closest friends and family for a familiar evening of post-Christmas magic and bright lights. Enjoy special guests and kid-friendly activities at this year’s ZOOLIGHTS.
When: Until Saturday, January 4th
Where: Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Dr NE
Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Cost: $14.95+
Polar Express at Aspen Crossing
All aboard Aspen Crossing Polar Express! Just outside the Calgary limits, a magical experience inspired by the motion picture awaits! Guests are in for some carolling, hot chocolate, cookies, and appearances by Jolly Old Saint Nick and other characters from the story onboard a fully functional train.
When: Until Sunday, December 29
Where: Aspen Crossing, AB-24, Mossleigh, AB
Time: 7:30 pm and 2:00pm, 4:30pm, 6:00pm on December 25th
Cost: $134+
Let’s end this December and 2019 on a high note! See you out there, Calgary!
