5 things to do in Calgary today: Wednesday, October 11

Sure, Wednesday may seem like the day furthest from the weekend, but that’s just another reason why you should make something special out of it!

Here’s a few events happening around town to make you forget about being stuck in the middle of the week.

See also

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Imagine Dragons

• What: Check out Imagine Dragons live in concert when they come to Calgary’s Saddledome arena.
• When: Wednesday, October 11
• Where: Scotiabank Saddledome – 555 Saddledome Rise SE
• Tickets: Ticketmaster, $29-$329

Get Motivated Calgary

• What: Looking for training and motivation sales, marketing, negotiating, personal development, money, and really all things business? This is a panel you definitely won’t want to miss! This event will feature Manjit Minhas – CEO of Minhas Breweries & Star of Dragon’s Den, Edward Snowden – Former U.S Intelligence Officer and Whistleblower (live from Moscow via Beam Robot) and Larry King – legendary American television and radio host.
• When: Wednesday, October 11
• Time: 8 am to 5 pm
• Where: BMO Centre – 20 Roundup Way SW
• Tickets: Online, $19-$249

Introduction to Hand Lettering with Alison Martin

• What: Learn hand lettering at an interactive workshop.
• When: Wednesday, October 11
• Where: Greater Goods Boutique and Tea Bar – 606 Meredith Road NE
• Tickets: Online, $70

Games Night at Buttermilk Fine Waffles

• What: Need a new date night idea? How about board games and waffles!
• When: Every Wednesday
• Where: Buttermilk Fine Waffles – 330 17 Avenue SW
• Cost: $5 waffles, games are free to play

Go hiking in the Rockies

• What: It’s larch season! Grab your cameras and hiking gear and enjoy the picturesque fall views from the top of a mountain. If you haven’t checked out Larch Valley and Sentinel Pass then you must move it to the top of your bucket list. Be sure to be prepared to expect all sorts of weather patterns throughout the day.