Think you know Calgary? You might be surprised. There is always something new and exciting happening in the city, so we’ve compiled a list of the things you should know about. This week, celebrate St. Paddy's Day, explore space at TELUS Spark, and find a new hands-on hobby!
What to do in Calgary this week
What to do in Calgary this week
What to do in Calgary this weekend
Updated March 14
GO GREEN & CHEER ON THE ROUGHNECKS
Calgary Roughnecks
Don your green gear this Friday and head to the Scotiabank Saddledome for the Calgary Roughnecks' St. Patrick's Day themed game against the San Diego Seals! Enjoy food specials, giveaways of green beads and hats, a live DJ, and games at the West Concourse Beer Gardens!
SAVOUR 17 DAYS OF TANTALIZING DINNERS
YYC Food & Drink Experience
YYC EXP returns from March 15 to 31, highlighting Calgary's vibrant restaurant scene! Enjoy multi-course set menus and exclusive culinary events over 17 days, inviting you to indulge in the finest offerings across the city's top dining establishments.
LEARN THE BRICK STITCH BEADING TECHNIQUE
Moonstone Creation
Looking for a relaxing new hobby? Learn one or more of the various methods of beadwork: Applique; floral or geometric, Lazy Stitch, Loom, or Peyote, at a one day workshop lead by knowledgeable Indigenous instructors.
CELEBRATE ST. PADDY'S AT THE SHIP
Ship & Anchor
Get ready for a craicin' good time at the Ship & Anchor Pub's St. Paddy's Day celebration! Join in on all-day fun with live music from 5 different bands, Irish food and drink specials, and watch the Guinness flow and the whiskey pour! Music is all day, from 11:30am until late.
EXPLORE THE GALAXY AT TELUS SPARK
TELUS Spark Science Centre
This weekend, fly through a technicolour nebula, kick up dust on the moon, and witness Saturn’s rings up close in this out-of-this-world immersive experience at TELUS Spark!
CHECK OUT SPEED SKATING & SHOP THE SPRING MARKET
Olympic Oval at UofC
Calling all shoppers! Take in a speed skating race this weekend while preparing for the changing of the seasons at the new Spring Market for the last speed skating event of the season!