It’s officially the best day of the entire week, so make sure it doesn’t go to waste and head out to any one of these awesome events!
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Jasper in January 2020 winter festival
What: Jasper in January has kicked off its 31st year as of last Friday, with three weekends full of art, music, dance, food, and winter activities taking place in the mountain paradise.
When: January 17 to February 2, 2020
Time: Times vary by event
Where: Jasper, Alberta
Tickets: Varies by event, some are free to attend
All Sport One City Initiative 2020
What: All Sport One City is a week-long initiative that’s taking place all over Calgary, where fitness and sports classes will be made free for anyone willing to give them a go. From the basics of broomball to the gravity-defying workings of parkour, Calgarians will finally be able to try their hands at all the things they’d always been curious about — for free!
When: Now until January 26, 2020
Time: Throughout the day
Where: At participating venues throughout the city
Admission: Free! Just be sure to register online to secure a spot
BIG Winter Classic 2020
What: This winter festival will see dozens of bands perform throughout Calgary at venues like Broken City, Last Best Brewery, Inner City Brewing, and the “Big Empty Space” located on 10th Avenue between Greta Bar and The Backlot.
When: January 23 to 26, 2020
Time: Varies by performance
Where: At participating venues throughout the city
Admission: Varies by performance, see schedule for details
Cold Garden Afterhours Vol 3
What: Take part in a silent disco at Cold Garden Brewery and dance the night away!
When: January 25, 2020
Time: 11:55 pm to 3:05 am
Where: Cold Garden Brewery — 1100 11th Street SE
Cover: $10 for headphone rental
Neon Paint Party at Tropical
What: Party it up in the dark at Tropical’s Neon Paint Party this Saturday — cover is free, and neon paint/glow sticks are complimentary.
When: January 25, 2020
Time: 9 pm
Where: Tropical — Latin Street Food Restaurant and Bar — 1424 17th Avenue SW
Cover: Free, but register online
Calgary Roughnecks vs the Halifax Thunderbirds
What: The Calgary Roughnecks take on the Halifax Thunderbirds for the themed East Coast Kitchen Party event this Saturday.
When: January 25, 2020
Time: 7:30 pm
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome – 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
Tickets: Online
The Bash
What: The Bash showcases Calgary’s innovative and trendsetting wedding creatives. Meet bridal boutiques, caterers, photographers, and more.
When: January 25 and 26, 2020
Time: Saturday, 6 to 9 pm; Sunday, 11 am to 3 pm
Where: Hudson 6th Floor – 200 8 Avenue SW, Calgary
Tickets: Online
Ice Magic Banff 2020
What: Running 12 days from January 15 to 26, Ice Magic hosts teams in a competition to create the most stunningly shiny work of frozen art.
Tickets are required to visit the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise lakeside Competition Carving Site during peak periods. Ice Magic is free to attend from Monday to Friday, and on weekends before 10 am or after 5:30 pm.
When: January 15 until January 26, 2020
Time: Times vary, check schedule for details
Where: Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise — 111 Lake Louise Drive, Lake Louise
Tickets: Online, free to attend from Monday to Friday, and on weekends before 10 am or after 5:30 pm.
Crossroads Market
What: Enjoy farm-fresh produce and tasty treats plus lots of unique finds from the large variety of vendors.
When: Fridays to Sundays
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Where: Crossroads Market – 1235 26 Avenue SE, Calgary
Admission: Free
Farmers and Makers’ Market at cSPACE
What: Check out 60 local farms, food-makers, bakers, brewers, distillers, and artisan vendors, food trucks, live music, kids arts and cultural activities, and more every Saturday at the Farmers and Makers’ Market at cSPACE.
When: Every Saturday, year-round
Time: 10 am to 1 pm (now until to May 2020)
Where: cSPACE King Edward – 1721 29th Avenue SW, Calgary
Admission: Free
Calgary Farmers’ Market
What: Explore over 80 vendors supplying customers with fresh local produce, meat, poultry, international food, organic goods, jewellery, art, and more. Whether it’s the arrival of fresh produce or fun events, there’s always something happening at the market.
When: Open year-round from Thursday to Sunday
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Address: 510 – 77 Avenue SE, Calgary
Admission: Free
Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre Chinese Lunar New Year Festival
What: Celebrate Chinese Lunar New Year at the Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre. There will be live performances, games and crafts, lion dances, and much more to enjoy.
When: January 18 to 26, 2020
Time: Various times
Where: Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre – 197 1 Street SW, Calgary
More Info: Online
Body Worlds: Animal Inside Out
What: Body Worlds: Animal Inside Out features over 100 preserved animal specimens ranging from the common pigeon to an expertly dissected camel. Visitors will be able to check out what’s under the skin of some spectacular animals and determine what makes us the same — and different.
When: Now until March 1, 2020
Time: Various times
Where: TELUS Spark – 220 Saint George’s Drive Northeast, Calgary
Tickets: Online
Granary Road Public Market
What: Granary Road Public Market is open year-round and offers fresh produce, artisan cheeses, pizza, tacos, handcrafted home goods, and more.
When: Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Time: 9:30 am to 5 pm
Where: Granary Road Market — 226066 112 Street West, Foothills No. 31
Admission: Free