Hate to break it to you, Calgary: it’s the last week of August. That’s right, frigid temps and golden leaves are on their way, with the September long weekend arriving soon in its wake.
But don’t have a cow, man! Cowtown is open and ready to play, pulling out all the stops to help us say ‘goodbye’ to the summer of ’25. From concerts to night markets, here’s what to do in and around Calgary this week.
Deftones are on their North American tour, and are stopping by the Saddledome on Monday.
When: Monday, Aug. 25
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome – 555 Saddledome Rise SE
Cost: $86.75+ per ticket
Start your week on a healthy note with some park yoga.
The event will begin at 7 p.m. sharp at Crescent Heights Lookout Point.
When: Monday, Aug. 25
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Crescent Heights Lookout Point – 240 Crescent Rd. NW
Cost: $17.31 per ticket
Love Island USA reunion, anyone? If you’ve been waiting for this day to come, I have too.
Watch among your fellow fans, and get ready for some major drama.
When: Monday, Aug. 25
Time: 6 p.m.
Where: Pimlico Bar – 524 17th Ave. S.
Cost: $11.198 per ticket
Ultimate Summer Challenge is coming back for another exciting year of reading, programs, and a lot of fun for the whole family. The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer. Registration begins May 26 and is free with your Library card. You can track your reading right in the Beanstack app or in a garden-themed Challenge map available at all 22 Calgary Public Library locations. View the prizes and learn more about the Challenge!
When: Tuesday, July 1 to Sunday, Aug. 31
Where: All Calgary Public Library locations
Cost: Free
This week is full of night markets!
Some vendors at this Tuesday’s event include:
- Mads Mueller
- Copper Penny Creations
- Sugar Rush YYC
- The Honey Merchants
- Urban Calm Coffee
- Twin Candle Co.
- Arbor the Science Dog
- Hello Amino
- The Woodhood
When: Tuesday, Aug. 27
Where: 4410 University Ave. NW
Cost: Free admission
What better way to shake up a Wednesday than with a little shopping?
The Crescent Heights Night Market runs from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
When: Wednesday, Aug. 28
Time: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: 16th Ave. & Centre St.
Cost: Free admission
“Join us here at Rodney’s Oyster House Calgary on Thursday, August 28th, 2025, as Trolley 5 and Bonvida Wines battle it out and lay claim to bragging rights over the waters,” shares Rodney’s.
Tickets are still available.
When: Wednesday, Aug. 28
Time: 6 p.m.
Where: Rodney’s Oyster House – 355 10th Ave. SW
Cost: $22.63 per ticket
Join Annex Ale in celebrating Pride with this event in support of The Alex. With drag performances by Nada Nuff, Farrah Nuff and Ella Va Nuff, plus a DJ set from CJSW, this is going to be one serious party at the pink pony club. Win prizes, soak up some Pride spirit and support an organization doing the work in our community.
When: Thursday, Aug. 28
Time: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Annex Ale Project — 4323 2nd St. SE
Cost: By donation
Yee-haw! Grab your friends, grab your cowboy boots and most importantly, grab some tickets before they sell out.
When: Thursday, Aug. 28
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome – 555 Saddledome Rise SE
Cost: $172.20+ per ticket
Caribbean culture comes alive at Reggaefest.
Music, food, dancing. Need I say more?
When: Friday, Aug. 29 and Saturday, Aug. 30
Where: The Rise – 1300 Zoo Rd. NE
Cost: $45 to $85 per ticket
Have a great week, Calgary.
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