Calgary Locals Guide

friends sipping tea and coffee while playing cards at a table at Congress Coffee
friends sipping tea and coffee while playing cards at a table at Congress Coffee

Calgary Locals Guide

Find New Ways to #LoveYYC

We love our city and we hope you do too! Show off the city to friends and family by exploring the best restaurants, neighbourhoods, and events that Calgary has to offer.



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couple walking through Calgary's Chinatown

Best Neighbourhoods

From the shops and restaurants on 17th Ave to the live music venues of Inglewood, there is no better way to experience Calgary than to explore one of its trendy neighbourhoods. 

dinner spread at Lulu Bar

Best Restaurants

Guides to help you find the best flavours in the city.

Woman trying on cowboy boots at Alberta Boot Co.

Shop Local

Calgary is home to many unique shops and brands that are making waves throughout the city and beyond. Shop local with stores and brands you can only find here.

friends taking a break from ice skating to warm up by an outdoor fire in Bowness Park

Best Outdoor Activities

Guides to help you find the best outdoor activities in Calgary, no matter the weather.

friends ordering from a food truck at Folk Fest

How to Be the Ultimate Host

Be the Ultimate Host in Calgary and show your friends and family all of the amazing things to see and do in our city with these tips.

aerial skyline of downtown Calgary and the Bow River

What to Do in Calgary This Week

There is always something new and exciting happening in the city, so each week we compile a list of the things you should know about.

crowds ordering food from food trucks at a culinary festival

Events Calendar

From art exhibitions and film screenings to live concerts and pop-up speakeasy's, check the calendar to keep up-to-date with what's going on in & around Calgary.

group enjoying a spirit sampling at the bartop of Eau Claire Distillery

Calgary's Best Brand Collabs

Every city offers local products, but in Calgary these are often unique collaborations between multiple businesses. Check out some of our favourite collabs between Calgary brands.  

group of friends cheers-ing beers at Cold Garden

Calgary Breweries

With more than 40 breweries to explore, you won’t go thirsty. Now is the time to get a taste of Calgary beer.