10 Calgary food events happening this week: August 21 to 27
It’s been an incredible summer, and we are still looking ahead to what will be a seriously great month of amazing Calgary food events.
This month has some of the city’s favourite seasonal food events like coffee tours, movie nights, and all of the massive foodie barbecues and festivals. There are many food spots that are opening up as well, so checking those out should also be on the to-do list.
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Here are the best Calgary food events to check out this week in August.
Roastery Tour
Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters is one of the most popular coffee makers in YYC. Hosting a series of classes this month, this tour offers the chance to view the space and try some great coffee.
This series is one of the hippest Calgary food events in August.
When:Â Every Thursday in August
Where: 618 Confluence Way SE, Calgary
Price: $52.45, buy tickets here
Okotoks Food Tour
Have you ever explored the food scene in Okotoks?
This charming tour will hit many of the coffee shops, light snacks, and light eating options that downtown Okotoks has to offer. It might be a bit of a drive, but we still think it counts as one of the best Calgary food events.
When: Every Saturday in August
Where: Okotoks Towne Plaza
Price: Buy tickets here
Visit the new Seoul Fried Chicken
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Located on the vibrant 4th Street, this tasty new Korean fried chicken joint has been in the works for several months, and it’s finally opened. Known for its menu filled with various flavours of Korean fried chicken, sides, salads, and beer, this will be one of the best fried chicken spots in Calgary. There is even a patio.
Address: 2100 4th Street SW, Calgary
Sunday Brunch Trivia
A brunch menu filled with eggs benny, mimosas, delicious french toast, and lots of local craft beer is enough for us, but the trivia to go along with it makes it even more fun.
When:Â Every Sunday at 1 pm
Where: Penny Black Bar & Kitchen — 11520 24th Street SE, Calgary
Price: FREE, reserve your spot here
The Wilde Sunday Brunch
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Besides decadent brunch dishes like lobster hash, lemon ricotta pancakes, and caviar bennies, there will also be stations for an Alberta Beef Tomahawk carvery, charcuterie, boulangère, and a Liquid Nitrogen Seafood Bar.
Like every great Sunday brunch, there will be mimosas, and unlike most breakfast options, it’s bound to be a party, too, with an all-day DJ.
When: Every Sunday in August from 11:30 am to 4 pm
Where: The Dorian – 525 5th Avenue SW, Calgary
University District Night Markets
Hosted by Marketspot at Central Commons Park, there will be five different night markets throughout spring and summer, all offering delicious food, live music, and a curated artisan market.
There will be more than 30 local vendors, live music, and unique entertainment at this family-friendly and free event.
When: The last Wednesday of each month from 5 to 9 pm
Where: Central Commons Park in University District
Currie Market
The Currie Market will see vendors all over Parade Square with everything you want from a market, including local food trucks, a craft area, some great drinks, and live entertainment.
Where: Parade Square — 4040 Breskens Drive SW
When: Saturdays in July and August
Sashay, Fillet!
Hosted at the Prairie Emporium, this event is hosted by RuPaul’s Drag Race celeb Yuhua Hamasaki. It’s a one-of-a-kind food-meets-drag event that will see four notable chefs paired up with four incredible drag performers.
When: August 24 from 7 to 10:30 pm
Where: The Prairie Emporium
Price: $35 to $70; buy tickets here
Barley and Smoke
Load up your plate with saucy ribs, skewered meat, and grilled veg at this BBQ event. Beers, cider, and more pair perfectly with the food and also the live entertainment going on all day.
With the purchase of a general admission ticket at the Barley and Smoke food festival, each attendee will receive an all-inclusive food pass with 3 oz pairings, enjoy free ice cream, play games, and more.
When: Saturday, August 26, from 3 to 8 pm
Where: Enmax Park – Elbow River Pathway and MacDonald Avenue SE, Calgary
Price: Starts at $125, buy tickets here
Brewery and the Beast
Brewery and the Beast is set to return to Calgary on Sunday, August 27, at a venue that will be announced soon.
This one-of-a-kind, ultra-meaty outdoor culinary experience features chefs cooking up locally sourced products and ingredients and aims to educate guests about becoming conscientious consumers and buying local – all while filling their stomachs with a ton of high-quality grub.
When: August 27 from noon to 4 pm
Where:Â Fort Calgary
Price: Buy tickets here