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It’s time to come out of hibernation and make the most of winter with some of the many things that are available to do in Calgary right now.
YYC’s weather forecast predicted much warmer temperatures after days of extreme cold warnings last week, and it’s the perfect time to get outside and enjoy all that the city has to offer.
Get inspired at the Calgary Renovation Show, meet someone new at the city’s largest singles event, glide around an outdoor skating rink, take a day trip out to the Rockies for an incredible immersive exhibit at the Banff Gondola, and more.
Here are 11 of the best things to do in and around Calgary this week.
Get cozy at the East Village Hygge Hut
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What: East Village is bringing snuggly vibes to Calgary with the return of its popular Hygge Hut this winter. The Scandinavian-style seasonal pop-up is open in a new location this year, and it’s bigger and better than ever. Visitors will find the Hygge Hut in C-Square, at 4th Street and 7th Avenue SE, with fire pits to warm up by, food trucks, live music, ice sculptures, and games, along with a jam-packed schedule of more community programming.
When: Open January 7 through March 2022 (weather dependent)
Time: Fires lit on Fridays from 2 to 6 pm and Saturdays, Sundays, and stat holidays from noon to 6 pm. A complete list of community programming can be found here.
Where: C-Square in East Village (4th Street and 7th Avenue SE, Calgary)
Cost: FREE community programming
Enjoy Stage West’s The Soul of Motown
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What: Groove to Stage West’s tribute to Motown — members of the Soul Music Hall of Fame, the Songwriters Hall of Fame, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Nibble on a delicious meal while you take in the sounds of one of the most iconic bands from the 1960s and ’70s.
When: On until February 6
Time: Varies by date; see schedule for showtimes
Where: Stage West Theatre Restaurant Calgary (727 42nd Avenue SE, Calgary)
Cost: Tickets available from $78.75
Get inspired at the Calgary Renovation Show
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What: Whether you want to do a small bathroom upgrade, overhaul your entire home, learn how to build a “van life”-worthy vehicle, or are stuck on a project, the 2022 Calgary Renovation Show is the perfect place to start. Head to the BMO Centre this weekend for all of your renovation inspo, featuring exhibitors in everything from kitchen and bath to flooring to outdoor, garden, and landscape.
When: January 14 to 16
Time: Noon to 9 pm on January 14, 10 am to 9 pm on January 15, and 10 am to 6 pm on January 16
Where: BMO Centre (20 Roundup Way SE, Calgary)
Cost: $13 for adult full-day admission (save $2 if you buy your tickets online in advance!)
Learn about the daring world of heroes in emergencies at the TELUS Spark Science Centre
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What: TELUS Spark’s newest exhibit, RESCUE, opens on January 12, allowing guests to experience the thrill of emergency scenarios in the safety of the science centre and get inside the world of the heroes who respond to these situations. Test your rescue instincts in 17 different interactive situations, including taking control of a full-size helicopter simulator, navigating a jet ski around obstacles, and finding your way through a smoke-filled room.
When: Exhibit runs from January 12 to May 15
Time: Science centre hours (currently 9 am to 4 pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays and 9 am to 5 pm Friday through Sunday)
Where: TELUS Spark Science Centre (220 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary)
Cost: RESCUE is included with general admission ($26 for adults and $19 for children aged three to 17)
Catch some speed at WinSport’s Tube Park
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What: If skiing and snowboarding aren’t your things, try a different way of flying down the hill this season with the tube park at WinSport’s Canada Olympic Park. The Servus Tube Park boasts eight lanes, a dedicated magic carpet, and the option for sliders to link together and go down at the same time.
When: Saturdays, Sundays, and select Fridays through the winter season (weather dependent)
Time: 4 to 8:30 pm on select Fridays, 10 am to 5:30 pm on Saturdays and Sundays
Where: WinSport’s Canada Olympic Park (88 Canada Olympic Road SW, Calgary)
Cost: $20 for morning sessions and $25 for afternoon sessions on weekends, $15 for Friday evenings
Take in a magical candlelit concert
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What: Hear music spanning Bach to the Beatles during a candlelit concert at the iconic Lantern Community Church this Friday night. The Listeso String Quartet and the Lily String Quartet will perform an enchanting one-hour concert featuring classical pieces, with two showtimes on January 14.
When: January 14
Time: 6 and 8:15 pm
Where: Lantern Community Church (1401 10th Avenue SE, Calgary)
Cost: Tickets starting at $40
Meet someone new at 17th Ave’s massive “Get Off The Apps And Onto The Ave” singles event
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What: If you’re tired of swiping right, swiping left, going on first dates that never lead to a second, getting ghosted, and spending countless hours online trying to find that special someone, then Calgary’s biggest singles event is for you. The Get off the Apps And Onto the Ave campaign starts on January 7 and runs until February 28, with a huge calendar of events designed to help singles meet other singles, all hosted in various venues along the 17th Ave Retail & Entertainment District.
When: January 7 to February 28
Time: Varies by event
Where: Various businesses along 17th Avenue SW, Calgary
Cost: Varies by event
Glide around one of Calgary’s many outdoor skating rinks
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What: Take part in a classic Canadian activity this season and get some fresh air and exercise while you’re at it. There are a number of outdoor rinks around Calgary where you can get your skate on over the winter months.
When: Open daily through the winter (weather dependent)
Time: Hours vary by rink
Where: There are many City of Calgary, volunteer-run, and community rinks around YYC
Cost: Free; equipment rental available at some locations for a fee
Take in the Banff Gondola’s immersive Nightrise exhibit
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What: Pursuit’s latest experience, Nightrise, combines multimedia, storytelling, and nature at the Banff Gondola for a multi-sensory journey like no other. The event will bring light and sound together to share a new and inspiring perspective in the heart of the Rockies. At Sulphur Mountain’s peak, guests can explore the many levels of the summit building and enjoy Rockies-inspired eats and drinks. Outside on the viewing decks, discover wonders that only emerge as the night begins to rise.
When: On now until March 12
Time: Gondola upload time slots between 5:10 and 8:10 pm
Where: Banff Gondola (100 Mountain Avenue, Banff)
Cost: Starting at $56 for adults and $28 for children (age six to 15)
Watch some dinner theatre at Jubilation’s Summer of ’69 or Beauty & The Grinch
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What: Enjoy a drool-worthy meal along with a lively show at Jubilations Dinner Theatre. Watch the story of peace, love, long hair, and music that would change the world in Summer of ’69, inspired by the popular Bryan Adams song, or bring the whole family to Beauty & The Grinch, a fun-filled production of laughter written with kids in mind.
When: Both shows on now through January 15
Time: Various showtimes; see website for availability
Where: Jubilations Dinner Theatre Calgary (1002 37th Street SW, Calgary)
Cost: Tickets available from $36.95 for Beauty & The Grinch or from $69.95 Summer of ’69
Check out the Otipemisiwak exhibit at Fort Calgary
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What: Fort Calgary launched Otipemisiwak, an exhibition of contemporary visual art, to celebrate Métis Week in November and remaining on display until June 2022. The exhibit showcases recent works by Daphne Boyer, a visual artist and plant scientist, using a photo-based technique that mirrors spectacular traditional Métis beading.
When: On now through June
Time: Fort Calgary hours (currently 10 am to 5 pm on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays)
Where: Fort Calgary (750 9th Avenue SE, Calgary)
Cost: $10 for general admission
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