Are you an introvert or an extrovert? Who cares? No matter whether your plans involve a group of friends or flying solo, there are plenty of things to do in Calgary this week.
Volbeat and Three Days Grace
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What: Relive your teenage (or current) angst at the Vobeat and Three Days Grace concert. Get your tickets to see them at the Saddledome, but don’t wait too long or they might sell out.
When: Monday, June 9, 2025; 7 p.m.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
Price: $54+
Stop by the Barn After Dark Market
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What: Shop the Barn’s first night market of the season and spend an evening supporting local artisans, crafters, creators and makers. There will be live music, food trucks, and plenty of shopping.
When: Friday, June 13, 2025
Where: 224 Shawmeadows Rd. SW, Calgary
Eat at a new Hong Kong-style restaurant
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What: When you think of Chinese food, chances are you’re not thinking about hitting up the casino. But one of Calgary’s most impressive spots for modern Chinese dining is actually tucked away in the back corner of the famed Cowboys Casino.
When: Open daily
Where: Second Son Kitchen, Cowboys Casino, 421 12th Ave. SE, Calgary
Catch an outdoor movie at the Meadows
What: Enjoy an outdoor movie at Spruce Meadows as part of their EPIC Weekends. For the next four Fridays, enjoy a double-feature under the open skies at Spruce Meadows. Come early for corgi races, Prairie Dogs, shopping, and movie snacks from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
When: Friday, June 6, 13, 27 and July 4, 2025
Where: Spruce Meadows, 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW, Calgary
Price: $5.40 for EPIC Weekend tickets
Tina: The Ultimate Tribute to the Queen of Rock’ n Roll
What: An oldie but a goodie. Experience the live music of Tina Turner at the Grey Eagle Event Centre on Friday. What a way to end the week!
When: Friday, June 13, 2025; 8 p.m.
Where: Grey Eagle Event Centre, 3777 Grey Eagle Dr., Calgary
Price: $49+
Check out a new shop on 17th Avenue
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What: The best part about living in a city is that there’s always tons to do. In fact, several new shops and businesses in Calgary just opened their doors on 17th Avenue.
When: Open daily
Where: Along 17th Avenue
Visit the latest exhibit at Telus Spark
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What: Telus Spark is bringing a new exhibit to Calgary, and it’s all about the science of food. Explore the world of gastronomy with an immersive exhibition that “serves up” the science of food. Whether you’re a science nerd or just love a good meal, you don’t want to miss this one.
When: Now until Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025
Where: Telus Spark Science — 220 Saint George’s Dr. NE, Calgary
Price: $32.95 for adult general admission
Explore a gastro pub
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What: Bizarre Gastro Pub has just opened its doors in Calgary and is offering craft cocktails and bites. Bizarre offers an extensive cocktail menu, while its menu takes inspiration from around the world.
When: Open daily
Where: Bizarre Gastro Pub — 2016 Spiller Rd. SE, Calgary
Browse the Crossroads Farmers Market
What: Explore the amazing stalls at the Crossroads Farmers Market this week. You can purchase some cute trinkets for your mantlepiece or buy all the ingredients you need for a delicious meal from local vendors.
When: Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday year-round from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: 1235 26th Ave. SE
Experience Horizon of Khufu
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What: Horizon of Khufu is a VR experience that takes you on a journey to explore ancient Egypt and the pyramid of Khufu, the largest of the Egyptian pyramids. It’s a neat concept set up in a space of nearly 10,000 square feet, allowing visitors to be transported to Cairo, where they will be able to freely wander through ancient Egypt.
When: Now until Sunday, June 15, 2025
Where: CF Chinook Centre, 6455 Macleod Trail, Calgary
Price: Cost varies; buy your tickets