7 things to do in Calgary today: Friday, November 24

No matter what your plans are this Friday, we’re sure you’ll find something fun to do!

Here’s our list of what’s happening around the city today – now it’s just up to you to carpe that diem.

Spruce Meadows International Christmas Market

• What: With over 300+ vendors Spruce Meadows evokes a magical world of Christmas at Reindeer Alley, Candy Cane Lane, Founders Plaza, Twin Peaks and so many more!
• When: Friday, November 24 to Sunday, November 26
• Time:
  • Friday: 10 am – 8 pm
  • Saturday: 10 am – 7 pm
  • Sunday: 10 am – 5 pm
• Where: 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW
• Tickets: Online, $12 (save $2 when you buy online)

Enjoy the kick-off weekend of Zoolights

• What: See the Calgary Zoo light up for seven weeks straight and help celebrate the 20th anniversary of everyone’s favourite holiday experience.
• When: Friday, November 24 to January 6
• Time: 6 to 9 pm
• Where: The Calgary Zoo – 210 St. Georges Drive NE, Calgary
• Tickets: General (16+) $14.95, Child (3-15) – $11.95

Dinner + A Movie at Heritage Park

• What: Date night just got turned up a notch!
• Where: Gasoline Alley – 1900 Heritage Drive SW, Calgary
• When: Friday, November 24 – Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
• Time: 7:45 pm
• Tickets: Online, $44.95 + GST per person (includes dinner + film), $8 (Film only)

Banff Christmas Market

• What: Head to Banff for a unique holiday shopping experience, featuring goods inspired by the Rocky Mountains.
• When: Friday, November 24 to 26
• Time:
  • Friday from 10 am – 8 pm
  • Saturday from 10 am –  6 pm
  • Sunday from 10 am – 4 pm
• Where: Warner Stables – 1 Sundance Road, Banff
• Tickets: $5 Adults, Children 10 and under are FREE

Curated. Holiday Market

• What: Shop over 85 different vendors for four weekends leading up to the Christmas season. Come get your photo with Santa, while enjoying live entertainment, children’s workshops, and more!
• When: Friday, November 24 to 26
• Time: Hours vary, check the schedule
• Where: Deerfoot City – 901 64th Avenue NE
• Tickets: $5

Calgary Night Market: Holiday Market 2017

• What: On each Friday of November, shop for the perfect gift at this Holiday Night Market!
• When: November 3, 10, 17, 24
• Where: Eau Claire Market – 200 Barclay Parade SW
• Admission: Free

Black Friday on the Ave

• What: There are some great savings to be had all along the Avenue. A good excuse to begin your holiday shopping, perhaps?
• When: Friday, November 24
• Where: Various businesses along 17th Avenue SW