12 fantastic things to do in Calgary this weekend: Feb. 6 to 8
Another weekend in Calgary means another weekend full of fantastic things to do. From live music to sports games and festivals, there is something for everyone to check out.
So if you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, we’ve got you covered. Here are 12 fantastic things to do in Calgary this weekend.
Movie night at The Grand
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What: In honour of the 40th anniversary of the iconic movie Stand By Me, The Grand is having a screening of it. “Set over the course of one unforgettable summer, the film follows four young friends as they set out on a journey to find a missing boy’s body.”
When: Friday, Feb. 6, 2026; 7 p.m.
Where: The Grand- 608 1st St. SW
Cost: $15 + fees
Chinook Blast
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What: It’s the second weekend of Chinook Blast! You can find music, art, and cultural experiences right in downtown Calgary.
When: Jan. 30 to Feb. 16, 2026
Where: Various locations
Cost: Prices vary
Subtronics
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What: Subtronics is bringing his electric DJ set right to the Grey Eagle Events Centre this Friday! Get ready for an awesome night of EDM music.
When: Friday, Feb. 6, 2026; 8 p.m.
Where: Grey Eagle Events Centre – 3777 Grey Eagle Dr.
Cost: Starting at $230
Block Heater Music Festival
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What: The Calgary Folk Music Festival is bringing its winter celebration right to The Confluence this weekend. Watch as they transform the riverside into a music hub featuring a ton of artists across multiple stages and a massive, heated 1,000-person tent.
When: Feb. 5 to 7, 2026
Where: The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland — 750 9th Ave. SE
Cost: Starting at $37
The Music of The Beatles – A Symphonic Experience
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What: Enjoy a tribute to the Beatles performed by vocalists and the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. You can expect songs like “Come Together,” “Here Comes The Sun,” “Blackbird,” and more of their greatest hits.
When: Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026; 7:30 p.m.
Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall – 225 8th Ave. SE
Cost: $44 to $108
Servus Tube Park
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What: The Servus Tube Park is open for the season. Grab a tube and hit the slopes right in the city at one of Canada’s largest tube parks.
When: Until March 30, 2026
Where: 88 Canada Olympic Rd. SW
Cost: Prices vary
Mecha Mayhem 2026
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What: The ultimate robot battle is coming right to Calgary. Watch as over 300 middle school, high school, and university teams battle it out over the course of three days.
When: Feb. 7 to 9, 2026
Where: BMO Centre – 1912 Flores Ladue Parade SE
Cost: Free
YYC Hot Chocolate Fest
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What: If you love hot chocolate, you’re going to love this festival. The YYC Hot Chocolate Fest is a community fundraiser event where a ton of vendors sell hot chocolate to try and win the title of YYC’s best hot chocolate, the best spirited hot chocolate, most creative hot chocolate, worth the drive or the cup that runneth over award. $1 to $3 of every hot chocolate sold goes towards Calgary’s Meals on Wheels.
When: Feb. 1 to 28, 2026
Where: Various locations across Calgary
Cost: Prices vary on location
Cheer on the Calgary Wranglers
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What: The Calgary Wranglers have two home games this weekend! Join them on Friday as they take on the Tucson Roadrunner, and again on Saturday for an exciting rematch and their Next Gen Flames Celebration.
When: Feb. 6 and 7, 2026
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome – 555 Saddledome Rise SE
Cost: Ticket prices vary on date and seat
All Sport One City
What: Calgary’s annual try-it festival is back this weekend, allowing Calgarians of all ages to register for free sessions in dozens of spots. If you’ve been wanting to try something new, this is your chance to get out there!
When: Feb. 7 to 16, 2026
Where: Various locations across Calgary
Cost: Free
Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo Penguin Walk
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What: Head on over to the zoo this week to watch the king penguins on a stroll. Up to 13 penguins participate in the daily walk and waddle their way around the zoo.
When: Daily until March 15, 2026; 10:30 a.m.
Where: Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo – 210 St. George’s Dr. NE
Cost: Included with general admission
Let It Be Beatles
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What: The Jubilations Dinner Theatre is putting on Let It Be Beatles! “Jubilations Dinner Theatre brings to life the excitement, the humour, and of course the music of John, Paul, George and Ringo in this brand-new show. So let it be love, let it be fun, let it be Beatles!”
When: Jan. 17 to March 21, 2026
Where: 1002 37th St. SW
Cost: Prices vary on date