37 things to do in Calgary this week: November 20 to 26

It may not be December yet, but the holidays are practically already here!

There’s plenty to do around Calgary this week, so make sure to fill up that calendar with a few great events – believe us, you won’t want to miss out on these.

Monday, November 20

Barenaked Ladies – Fake Nudes Tour

What: See the Barenaked Ladies live in concert at the Jack Singer Concert Hall.
When: Monday, November 20
Time: 7:30 pm
Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall – 205 8 Avenue SE, Calgary
Tickets: Online, $47-$307.25

2017 Major Midget Series

What: Come cheer on Team Canada and be entered to win a $100 Esso gift card when you purchase your ticket.
When: Monday, November 20 vs. Okotoks
Time: 7 pm
Where: Winsport Arena A, Canada Olympic Park – 88 Canada Olympic Rd SW, Calgary
Tickets: Online, $10

BYOW Date Night

What: Bring your own wine and enjoy it over your favourite board games – with no corkage fee! Monday night date night just got turned up a notch.
When: Every Monday
Where: Boxcar Cafe – 1215 1 Street SW

Check out Calcutta Cricket Club’s New Fall/Winter Menu

What: Opened this past summer, this spot has become wildly known for its stunning turquoise interior, Instagram-famous jungle cats, and delicious family style menu of curries and traditional Indian bar snacks. They recently launched their new fall/winter menu, and it definitely doesn’t disappoint. Roasted bone marrow vindaloo anyone?
Time: Sunday to Thursday, 5 pm to 11 pm, Friday and Saturday, 5 pm to 1 am
Where: Calcutta Cricket Club – 340 17 Avenue SW

Tuesday, November 21

DJD Presents: Velocity

What: A raw, never been seen before production choreographed by the DJD company on creating movement. Come get to know another side of the dancers that make up DJD.
When: Thursday, November 16 to Sunday, November 26
Time: 8 pm
Where: DJD Dance Centre – 111 12 Avenue SE
Tickets: Online, Adults- $27-$45, Seniors – $23-$38, Students – $19-$31

Parts + Labour X BUTTER Beauty Parlour

What: Get ready for the holidays at this private custom nail art party as you shop the P+L [Heart-Work] Collection.
When: Tuesday, November 21
Time: 7 pm
Where: BUTTER Beauty Parlor – 2429 4 Street SW
Registration: Online, FREE

Wednesday, November 22

Games Night

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

Watch the Calgary Hitmen Play Portland

What: The Hitmen are officially in their regular season, come show them some love as they make their way to the Memorial Cup.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome – 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
When: Wednesday, November 22 vs Portland
Time: 7 pm
Tickets: Ticketmaster, $13 to $26

Disruptive Digital: Media and Content that Gets Results

What: Calling all marketing pros! Join IABC/Calgary, Tool Shed Brewing Company and BottomLine Marketing for a night of delicious brews, networking and a panel talk on how to create a successful “disruptive” digital marketing campaign. A brewery tour and your first drink are both included in the price of the ticket.
When: Wednesday, November 22
Time: 5 pm
Where: Tool Shed Brewing Company – 801 30 Street NE
Tickets: Online, IABC Member – $45, IABC Student Member – $35, IABC Non-member – $55, IABC Student Non-Member – $45

Thursday, November 23

Yoga Mountain Adventure Retreat

What: Breath, restore and rebalance at this three-day yoga retreat at Mount Engadine Lodge. You will enjoy both Asana & Nidra Yoga, along with Pranayama Meditation, self-guided cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the breathtaking serenity of the Rocky Mountains.
When: Thursday, November 23 to 26
Where: 1 Mount Shark Road, Canmore
Tickets: Online, $935-$1375

A Christmas Carol

What: It’s not the Christmas season without Scrooge and this annual production of Dickens’ classic tale.
When: Thursday, November 23 to December 24
Time: 2 and 7:30 pm
Where: Theatre Calgary – 220 9th Avenue SE
Tickets: Online, $71-$135

Canadian Maple Shack: Make your own Maple Taffy

What: Eating maple taffy on snow is a Canadian culinary tradition and you can pour your own tire sur la neige at the Calgary Christmas Market!
When: Thursday to Sunday from November 16 to December 23 with the exception of November 23 to 26.
Time: 10 am to 3 pm
Where: Calgary Farmers Market – 510 77 Avenue SE, Calgary
Admission: Free

Friday, November 24

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: November 24-26
Time:
- Friday: 10am – 8pm
- Saturday: 10am – 7pm
- Sunday: 10am – 5pm
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

Saturday, November 25

Marda Loop Christmas Market

What: Come shop the many local vendors at this exciting holiday market and bring a food donation to support the Calgary Interfaith Foodbank.
When: Saturday, November 25
Time: 10 am to 4 pm
Where: Marda Loop Community Association – 3130 16th Street SW
Admission: Non-perishable donation

Little Modern Market: Holiday Edition

What: Get started on your holiday shopping at this exciting market featuring all of your favourite local vendors, makers, and artists.
When: Saturday, November 25
Time: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Where: Rally Pointe – 11511 35th Street SE
Admission: $5 entry

Calgary Expo Holiday Market

What: Get in the holiday spirit at this Christmas extravaganza. Stroll through the Nerdy Wonderland consisting of comic book vendors, toy dealers, collectible retailers, and so much more. Jolly Ol’ Saint Nick will even be making an appearance.
When: Saturday, November 25 – 26
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Where: BMO Centre, Halls B and C – 20 Roundup Way SW
Tickets: Online, $10

Canmore Christmas Artisans’ Market

What: Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list at this holiday market in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.
When: Saturday, November 25-26
Time: 10 am to 4 pm
Where: Canmore Collegiate High School – 1800 8 Avenue
Admission: $3 in support of the Canmore Preschool Society

Artisan Winter Market

What: Holiday shopping made easy at this Christmas market in the heart of the historic neighbourhood of Inglewood.
When: Saturday, November 25
Time: 11 am to 5 am
Where: Inglewood Community Hall – 1740 24th Avenue SE
Admission: $3 entry at the door

Holiday Pop Up Series at Greater Goods

What: Sip on a Lavender Earl Grey Tea Latte as you shop and get your loved ones a unique and local treasure this Christmas!
When: Saturday, November 25
Time: 11 am to 5 pm

Mission: Red Mile – Scavenger Hunt

What: The construction on 17th is complete – for now. To celebrate they’re hosting an exciting scavenger hunt in partnership with many of the businesses on the Avenue. This is a family-friendly event, so sign up with the kids (teams of four) and come down for an exciting and challenging hunt.
When: Saturday, November 25
Time: 1 pm
Where: Kick off is at McHugh House – 1515 Centre Street S
Admission: FREE

The Great Sweater Run

What: Grab the ugliest of Christmas sweaters and get ready to run the Tacky 10 km, the Festive 5 km or the Shih Tzu 2 km, all while supporting the Calgary Food Bank.
When: Saturday, November 25
Where: South Glenmore Park – 8415 24 Street SW & 90 Avenue, Calgary
Registration: Online

The Barra MacNeils: An East Coast Christmas

What: This beautiful Christmas concert will be sure to blow you away with seasonal melodies, entertaining stories, lush harmonies, and classic favourites done with a twist.
When: Saturday, November 25
Time 7:30 pm
Where: Eric Harvie Theatre – 107 Tunnel Mountain Drive, Banff
Tickets: Available online: Adult $25, Senior/ Student $30

Watch the Calgary Hitmen Play Red Deer

What: The Hitmen are officially in their regular season, so come show them some love as they make their way to the Memorial Cup.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome – 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
When: November 25 vs Red Deer
Time: 7 pm
Tickets: Ticketmaster, $13-$26

Sunday, November 26

Movement U Turns 1!

What: On November 26 Movement U, one of Calgary’s favourite fitness studios, is turning 1! Celebrate with them on the day of and in the weeks leading up to the date with themed rides, deals, and one big exciting bash! Follow them on social media for more information.
When: Leading up to and including Sunday, November 26
Where: Movement U – #16 4th Street NE, Calgary

Festive Wagon Rides

What: Spend the afternoon sipping on a mug of hot cocoa as you tour around Banff in a snowy wagon ride with Banff Trail Riders! Be sure to dress accordingly.
When: Every Sunday between November 19 and December 17
Time: Noon to 4 pm
Where: The wagon leaves from the parking lot of the Whyte Museum – 111 Bear St, Banff
Admission: Free!

Any Day of the Week

Hit the Slopes

What: Getting snow early this year means our mountainous backyard is waiting for us with a fluffy layer of the white stuff, perfect for winter sports and activities. Take advantage and get some shredding in during this great pre-season, or take your snowshoes for an adventure around one of the many picturesque lakes that the Rockies have to offer – don’t forget to bring your camera!
Check the websites for Sunshine, Mount Norquay and Lake Louise to see hours of operation and which trails are open!

Grab some warm gear at the newly opened Canada Goose Flagship Store

What: Now is the time to get your cozy goose down parka – we hear you may need it this winter. They have many original designs that are exclusive to the Calgary location for you to choose from.
Where: Chinook Centre – 6455 Macleod Trail SE
Time: 10 am to 9 pm

Lace up your skates

What: Grab your skates and your significant other for an evening spent on gliding on the ice in the great outdoors. It’s officially ODR season so bundle up!
When: Mid-November to mid-March
Where: See list of free city-run parks here.

Try Ollia’s new “Holiday Collection”

What: There is nothing better than biting into a Candy Cane, Turtles, Mulled Cranberry, Tiramisu, or Eggnog flavoured macaron during the Holiday season.
Where: Ollia Macaron and Tea – 810C 16 Avenue SW

Kananaskis After Dark: Stargazing and Photography Tour

What: With an interpretive guide, take a moonlit walk through the forest and feast your eyes on the beauty of the Northern Lights and a sky full of stars, while sipping on steamy hot chocolate – it really doesn’t get much better than that. All photography levels welcome.
When: See the schedule here!
Where: Kananaskis Village Centre – 1 Mt. Sparrowhawk Crescent
Tickets: Online, $69

Experience the new and improved Brewster Banff Gondola

What: Head to the summit for a beautiful snowy view above the treetops and a birds-eye view of six different mountain ranges, while sipping on coffee or a refreshing glass of wine.
Where: 100 Mountain Avenue, Banff
Tickets: Adult $62, child $31

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