Calgary This Week
Check out five of the best things to see and do this week in Calgary.
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August 20-27, 2026 - Matcha crawls, picnics, and sporting action; this week in Calgary is jam-packed with fun.
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Feel the tunes and sunshine
Bring a chair or picnic blanket, grab your crew, and enjoy live music as you sip craft beer and soak up creative energy under the open sky.
Date: August 20
Cost: FREE
Location: 1721 29 Ave SW
Get ready to play
Celebrate Canada’s favourite pastime, heritage and culture and join the action as street hockey comes to town.
Date: August 20-22
Cost: Varies
Location: Downtown Calgary
Make the most of summer outdoors
Make a day of it by the river and enjoy music, comedy, movement, cycling, mahjong and more.
Date: August 20-23
Cost: FREE
Location: 311 8 Street SW
Catch the action
Watch Canada’s top junior lacrosse talent battle for one of the sport’s biggest titles.
Date: Until August 23
Cost: From $9.77
Location: Max Bell Centre
Go on a matcha crawl
Treat yourself to a matcha or two across the city and go on a cafe crawl.
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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