Calgary is packed with things to do this week, like events, activities, and experiences you won’t want to miss.
Whether you’re into love music, sports, or exploring something new, there’s plenty to keep your week exciting. Here are 10 awesome things to do in Calgary this week
All Sport One City
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What: Calgary’s annual try-it festival is back this year, allowing Calgarians of all ages to register for free sessions in dozens of sports. 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 and watch the king penguins take 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. (Weather permitting)
Where: Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo – 210 St. George’s Dr. NE
Cost: Included with general admission
Catch a Hitmen Game
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What: The Calgary Hitmen have two home games this week. Join them on Wednesday as they take on the Swift Current Broncos, and again on Friday when they face off against the Edmonton Oil Kings.
When: Feb. 11 and 13, 2026
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome – 555 Saddledome Rise SE
Cost: Ticket prices vary on date and seat
Love Letters
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What: cSPACE Marda Loop is having a Valentine-inspired Showcase Series event this week. Explore four floors of artistic creations, drop into hands-on activities, discover local artists and makers, and take in live performances.
When: Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026; 5:30 p.m.
Where: cSPACE Marda Loop -1721 29th Ave. SW
Cost: Free
Alberta Ballet Romeo and Juliet
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What: The Alberta Ballet is putting on Romeo and Juliet, telling the “ultimate love story of passion and fate.” Enjoy grand duets, sword fights, and amazing performances.
When: Feb. 12 to 14, 2026
Where: Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium – 1415 14th Ave. NW
Cost: Prices vary on date and seat
Blue Jay Sessions: Winter Edition
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What: Enjoy two nights of live music performances from award-winning singer-songwriters like Josh Dillon, Nik n Mitch, and Paige Rutledge.
When: Feb. 12 to 13, 2026
Where: The Prairie Emporium – 344 53rd Ave. SE
Cost: Prices vary on date and time
Chinook Blast
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What: Chinook Blast is back, and it’s going to be fantastic. You can find amazing light and art displays, live music performances, night markets, skating, performances, and more.
When: Jan. 30 to Feb. 16, 2026
Where: Eau Claire Plaza — 101 Barclay Parade SW
Cost: Free
Spark After Dark
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What: The Telus Spark Science Centre is hosting its first Spark After Dark of 2026. The event includes live experiments, a live DJ, and burlesque performances by the cabaret company.
When: Friday, Feb. 13, 2026; 6 p.m. to midnight
Where: Telus Spark Science Centre – 220 St. George’s Dr.NE
Cost: $37
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 establishments 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
The GOOD Games
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What: The GOOD games are coming to Calgary this week. It’s an inclusive sports festival featuring matches, kids’ play zones, adaptive sports, Indigenous sports and cultural experiences, music and food.
When: Feb. 13 to 15, 2026
Where: BMO Centre – 1912 Flores Ladue Parade SE
Cost: Free