7 ways to stay cool and beat the heat in Calgary
After a pretty rainy summer, the sun is finally shining in Calgary, and with it comes the inevitable heat.
If you’re looking to cool off, have some outdoor fun, or find a shady escape, here are seven ways you can beat the summer heat in Calgary.
Go for a river float
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What: While Calgary’s pools are great, why not take advantage of the outdoors and go for a float? Calgary has many places where you can jump in the water and spend anywhere from an hour to a whole day in there.
Where: Check out this list of places in and around Calgary to go for a float.
Check out Calgary’s libraries and museums
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What: Need a break from the sun? Central Library and Studio Bell are just two examples of great places to check out to experience culture, activities, and best of all, refreshing air-conditioning. Explore exhibits, enjoy a good book, or snap some photos, all while staying cool.
Where: Central Library – 800 3rd St. SE, Studio Bell – 850 4th St. SE
Find the city’s best ice cream
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What: Calgary is home to some great ice cream spots. From Village Ice Cream, Made by Marcus, and Parlour Ice Cream, there are plenty of places you can check out to grab a sweet treat and cool down.
Where: Various locations around Calgary
Explore Calgary’s indoor garden
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What: Right in the heart of downtown sits the Devonian Gardens. Located in the CORE shopping centre, you can find exotic plants, koi ponds, and refreshing air conditioning, perfect for an indoor retreat.
Where: CORE Shopping Centre – 324 8th Ave. SW
Try out one of Calgary’s splash parks
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What: Splash parks are a great way to cool off, especially for families. Bowness Park and Riley Park have some of the city’s most popular water play areas.
Where: Bowness Park – 8900 48 Ave. NW, Riley Park – 800 12th St. NW
Get a cold beverage
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What: While the temperature rises, nothing hits the spot like a cold, refreshing beverage on a local patio. Whether it’s an iced latte, smoothie, or refreshing brew, grab your beverage of choice, find some shade and relax while soaking up the sun.
Where: Various locations around Calgary
Head to the mall
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What: Beat the heat and enjoy some retail therapy at one of Calgary’s many malls. CF Chinook Centre, CF Market Mall, and CrossIron Mills are great places to get out of the sun and get your shopping on.
Where: CF Chinook Centre – 6455 Macleod Trl., CF Market Mall – 3625 Shaganappi Trl. NW, CrossIron Mills – 261055 Crossiron Blvd., Rocky View County