8 things to do this week in Calgary (February 3-7)
And we’re back! Happy February, party people! It’s a new month and a new week, which means new events! Make your schedule picture-perfect with a photog-inspo night, make it a little sweeter with a masterclass in chocolate, or heat things up with YYC Hot Chocolate fest. Here are 8 things to do in Calgary this week!
EXPOSURE PHOTOGRAPHY FESTIVAL
This festival celebrates the best in Albertan photography and gives internationally-renowned talent a meeting place to mix and mingle with one another. This year, Exposure hopes to further the knowledge of budding photogs and seasoned professionals alike. Over the course of a month and during events, portfolio reviews, and exhibitions, they’ll be asking big questions like what is photography now, what was it then, and what’s in store?
When: All month long
Where: See all locations here
Time: See times here
Cost: FREE
FLAMES VS. SAN JOSE
Yeah, things got heated this weekend in the Battle of Alberta, but it’s time to refocus. There are bigger fish to fry! Get it? Because they’ll be playing the San Jose Sharks? We crack ourselves up. Grab a dome beer and settle in with a pocket dog while you cheer Calgary’s home team to victory, this Tuesday, February 4th.
When: Tuesday, February 4th
Where: 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
Time: 7 pm
Cost: $40+
LA POUTINE WEEK 2020
La Poutine Week is here, Calgary! Restos from all over the city will be competing to create the best poutine in the country. Drool. This competition gets forking crazy, guys. We could not be more excited to see what comes of the whole thing.
When: Saturday, February 1st – Friday, February 7th
Where: See participants here
Time: All-day
Cost: Prices vary
SIGNATURE CHOCOLATE MAKING WITH BERNARD CALLEBAUT
Make that special someone something from the heart. With Valentine’s Day coming up, Bernard Callebaut’s chocolate making class is a perfect pre-V-date idea, or another reason to skip the Walmart chocolate haul. Everything is better when it’s made with love, isn’t it?
When: Thursday, February 6th
Where: 560 69 Avenue SW, Calgary
Time: 6 pm – 9 pm
Cost: $125
PHOTO INSPIRATION NIGHT
Catch 10 master photogs show and tell their stories in only 20 slides. This quick-fire presentation method allows for an incredible, and unique evening of impactful storytelling.
When: Friday, February 7th
Where: 800 3 Street Southeast, Calgary
Time: 7 pm
Cost: $10+
SKI FOR HEART
This non-competitive weekend is all about unwinding while doing some good. By raising at least $500 for the Heart and Stroke Foundation, skiers can take the hill at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, one of the most beautiful places on earth, for only $159. That seems like a win-win to us!
When: Friday, February 7th & Saturday, February 8th
Where: 111 Lake Louise Dr, Lake Louise
Time: See times here
Cost: $159+
YYC HOT CHOCOLATE FEST 2020
We hope your whipped cream is locked and loaded because Calgary’s sweetest festival is here! For an entire month every winter, several participating business around the city craft their very best version of everyone’s favourite seasonal drink in hopes of winning a coveted title.
When: All month long
Where: See participants here
Time: All day
Cost: Prices vary
THE LOUDER WE GET
Do you want the experience of a Broadway play without the annoying hassle of having to fly to NYC? Same. Theatre Calgary presents the remarkable plot of “The Louder We Get.” It’s the exciting true story of Marc Hall’s fight against the Catholic school system for the right to bring his boyfriend to prom. Mix up your date night or bring your friends for a dazzling evening!
When: All month long
Where: 220 9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB
Time: See times here
Cost: $35+
There you have it, Calgary. 8 Things to do this week! Now get out there and make the most of it!
