11 things to do in Calgary this weekend: November 27 to 29

Nov 26 2020, 10:08 pm

Albertans are encouraged to maintain proper physical distancing, wear a mask when out in public, maintain proper hand hygiene, and stay home if they are feeling at all sick.

There’s still plenty to do in Calgary, even with new public health orders coming into place.

From outdoor activities to ways to keep you entertained while inside, there’s no reason to be bored in YYC this weekend.

Here are a few fun events and activities you can do — all while safely physically distancing!

Go for an ice skate at Olympic Plaza

If you’re down to get outside and have some fun, then make your way downtown for some (physically distanced) skating.

The rink is open from 10 am to 9 pm daily, and it’s completely free of charge — unless you’re hoping to rent some skates, that is.

Location: 228 8th Avenue SE

Warm up at an outdoor fire pit

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Firepit (Shutterstock)

It might be a little chilly in Calgary these days, but the city is hoping to take the bite out of an encroaching winter for those hoping to hang outside with their bubble.

The City of Calgary has installed a number of fire pits at community parks across the city, as the recent provincial public health orders have made it illegal to host social gatherings indoors.

A full list of parks can be found here.

Check out some residential light displays

A fun, free, and gorgeous night out on the town just became that much easier to enjoy.

Lighten UP Calgary has brought back their interactive light display map, allowing Calgarians to pinpoint exactly where some of the best residential light displays are in the city.

Whether you’re bringing the whole household out for some holiday fun or going on a dazzling date night, the map offered at Lighten UP Calgary’s website makes tracking down those displays a LOT easier than just cruising around city blocks.

Go Skiing at Mount Norquay

While it may have meant an early end to fall, the snowfall Alberta has seen over the past week hasn’t been all bad.

The early arrival of winter has also meant that Alberta’s local ski hills have been seeing plenty of the white stuff, so much so that Mount Norquay has opened early this season.

ZooLights 2020

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Zoolights (erikasmind/Instagram)

One of Calgary’s most festive events is on its way back this holiday season.

Zoolights, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is returning to the Calgary Zoo for its 24th year.

The zoo will be transformed into a magical wonderland with two million twinkling lights from November 20, 2020, to January 3, 2021 (excluding December 25), for seven weeks of family-friendly fun that gives back to animal conservation.

When: November 20, 2020, to January 3, 2021
Time: 5 to 9 pm
Where: The Calgary Zoo — 210 St. George’s Drive NE
Tickets: Available online, 20

Go sledding on a City of Calgary approved hill

Winter is still a month away, but someone must have forgotten to tell Mother Nature because Calgary has already seen quite a bit of snow over the past week.

While YYC may be going through its usual freeze, snow, thaw routine at the moment, it’s only a matter of time before the white stuff is here to stay for good. Not that there’s anything wrong with that, as the snow covering actually lends the opportunity for anyone looking to slip and slide down some hills.

Calgary actually has a bylaw in effect, stopping would-be tobogganers from sliding down any hills that haven’t been officially given the green light, but lucky for us, there are quite a few on that list.

Get your flu shot

It’s officially flu season.

Alberta Health Services has announced that the annual flu shot is now available throughout the province. Albertans are being encouraged to get immunized to protect both themselves and their at-risk neighbours.

According to the Alberta Health Services website, influenza immunization will be offered through AHS to children under five and their family or household members. However, the vaccine will need to be booked through an online tool that will become available as of October 13.

All other Albertans should contact their pharmacist or physician to arrange for their own free vaccinations.

Check Out High Park

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High Park parkade/Beltline Neighbourhood Association

Talk about a picnic with a view.

Calgary’s newest park may not have the grass, trees, or ponds you’d come to expect from an outdoor public space, but what it lacks in nature it makes up for in colour, views, and originality.

High Park opened to the public this week, offering Calgarians a space to check out (while safely physically distancing) at the tip-top of a six-storey parking garage.

Kick back and binge some Disney+

Stay indoors and stay safe this week by making some popcorn and having some Disney+ and Chill time.

Here are a few new releases worth checking out on the streaming giant this weekend.

Pick up the perfect Christmas Tree

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It’s that time of year again where it pays off to think ahead before the stressful holiday rush.

Dust off your shopping chops, dig out the Christmas decor and get ready for the holiday festivities.

If you’re thinking about getting a new Christmas tree this year, real or artificial, there are plenty of places to find the perfect tree fit for any home.

Check out our list of locations here.

Explore the city’s newest murals

This year’s BUMP Festival was slightly different due to pandemic restrictions, but that didn’t stop over a dozen artists from turning some of downtown Calgary’s exposed walls into works of art.

A total of 20 murals were completed this past September as part of the project, bringing BUMP’s lifetime total to over 50 since it began back in 2017.

The organization also noted in a release that over 5,000 people had downloaded their self-guided walking tours showcasing murals new and old, a significant increase over the 500 or so guided mural tour participants from 2019.

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