Calgary This Week
Check out five of the best things to see and do this week in Calgary.
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August 27 - September 3, 2026 - This week in Calgary is filled with festivals and fun for everyone.
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Experience Taste of Comedy
Taste of Calgary x Great Outdoors Comedy Festival
Enjoy local food, drinks and laughs all at the same spot as two iconic festivals team up.
Date: August 28-30
Cost: FREE
Location: Eau Claire Plaza
Take in the sights and lights
Discover global flavours, live music, dazzling fireworks and Alberta’s largest drone show.
Date: August 27-30
Cost: From $15
Location: Spruce Meadows
Celebrate love and pride
Celebrate visibility, belonging, joy and authenticity with the community.
Date: August 31 - September 6
Cost: FREE
Location: Across downtown
Move to Reggae music
Gather and groove to great Caribbean music, taste delicious food and enjoy chill vibes.
Date: August 28-29
Cost: From $47.76
Location: The Rise
Take a drive to the mountains
Take a scenic day trip to Nordegg. It's just over 3 hours northwest of Calgary and worth every minute of the drive!
Looking for more things to do in and around Calgary? Check out our Events Calendar for the best events and happenings around the city.
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