13 incredible things to do in Calgary this weekend: January 24 to 26
Nothing beats a weekend with some stellar plans in store, and there are plenty of things on the go in Calgary!
From some speed skating to a walk with Emperor Penguins, check out these 13 things to do this weekend in Calgary.
ISU World Cup Speed Skating 2025
What: Head down to the Olympic Oval this weekend and check out some of the best speed skaters on the planet! Skaters from more than 30 countries are set to compete. You won’t want to miss it!
When: January 24 to 26
Where: Olympic Oval — 288 Collegiate Boulevard NW
Cost: Tickets start at $10
Enjoy a Calgary Roughnecks game
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What: We got a Friday night Roughnecks game on our hands, and with them facing off against Toronto, we are willing to bet it’s going to be a rowdy one!
When: January 24 at 7 pm
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
Cost: Tickets start at $41.45
Check out a Calgary Hitmen game
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What: Get into the competitive spirit this week by grabbing tickets to the Calgary Hitmen game against Red Deer on Sunday. Cheer on our players as they speed across the ice at the Scotiabank Saddledome. What’s not to love?
When: January 26 at 6 pm
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
Cost: Tickets start at $18
Penguin Walk at the Calgary Zoo
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What: The Calgary Zoo’s beloved Penguin Walk is waddling back this winter! Starting January 11 and running until early March, watch as the king penguins step outside their habitat for a royal stroll through the zoo grounds each morning.
When: Saturday, January 11 until early March at 10:30 am daily
Where: Calgary Zoo —210 St. George’s Drive NE
Cost: Free with Zoo admission
Pizza Class 101
What: Up your pizza night game with this class at Lina’s. You’ll learn to master making pizza dough, shaping and perfecting and selecting the best toppings.
When: January 24, 2025
Where: Lina’s Italian Piazza – 1023 9th Avenue SE, Calgary
Price: $86.53 per person; buy tickets
Thirsty & Thrifty
What: If you’re looking for a new favourite vino that won’t break the bank, check out this tasting. You’ll try six-value wines and enjoy some cheese and charcuterie.
When: January 25, 2025
Where: Market Wines University District – 4109 University Avenue NW, Calgary
Price: $18.18 per person; buy tickets
Telus Spark Science Centre
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What: Spend your weekend full of wonder at the Telus Spark Science Centre. Head over to the centre to be mesmerized by its Digital Immersion Gallery and jaw-dropping shows at the Infinity Dome. This place is bound to leave you awestruck!
When: Sundays to Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm; Saturdays from 9 am to 7 pm
Where: Telus Spark Science Centre – 220 Saint George’s Drive NE
Price: Various tickets are available
Crossroads Farmers’ Market
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What: Explore the amazing stalls at the Crossroads Farmers’ Market this Friday. You can purchase some cute trinkets for your mantlepiece or buy all the ingredients you need for a delicious weekend meal from local vendors.
When: Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday year-round from 9 am to 5 pm
Where: 1235 26th Avenue SE
Gasoline Alley Museum
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What: The Gasoline Alley Museum is the ideal weekend trip for vintage car lovers. Step into this museum and be transported back into the world of old automobiles with its vast collection of antique vehicles and artifacts.
When: Tuesdays to Sundays from 10 am to 4 pm
Where: Heritage Park — 1900 Heritage Drive SW
Cost: Tickets start at $14.95 for adults (16+) and $8.95 for children (3-15)
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 March 2, 2025
Where: CF Chinook Centre — 6455 Macleod Trail
Price: Cost varies; buy your tickets
Take a workshop at Plant
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What: If you’re missing some greenery with all the snowfall around the city, check out one of the DIY workshops at Plant. There are so many fun activities to do, and you can even start decorating for the holiday season by learning how to make your own wreath.
Visit a cute bookstore
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What: With the chilly weather outside, we can’t think of a better way to enjoy winter than with a good book. Calgary has so many amazing bookshops to check out, so head over to one of the amazing spots in the city and fill your bags with stories that can last you through the entire winter.
PowerPlay Calgary
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What: PowerPlay, a spectacular new entertainment venue in Southcentre Mall, is now open and is bursting with sweet things to enjoy. The premium entertainment space offers a multi-sensory experience for all ages, including Canada’s first and only immersive game box, where players can get into the competitive spirit as they battle out their friends in a ton of fun games.
When: Saturdays from 1 to 11 pm, Sundays from 1 to 10 pm
Where: Southcentre Mall — 100 Anderson Road SE
Cost: Prices vary by experience