Thursday is here and while the weather isn’t ideal there are a ton of incredible opportunities to explore in and around the city. Not sure what’s happening? This time around you can check out festivals, markets, and concerts! Here are 11 of the very best things to do in Calgary this weekend.
Chinatown Lantern Festival
Featuring food trucks, vendors, performers, traditional displays and music, adventure seekers can enjoy the Chinatown Lantern Festival for FREE. Don’t you just love Calgary Culture Days?
When: Friday, September 13th, 2024
Where: 2nd Ave SW and Daqing Square
Time: 4 pm – 11 pm
Cost: Free
Movie in the Park
A charming celebration that features food trucks, fun, and a showing of Elemental! This Friday, visit Royal Sunalta Park and enjoy a Movie in the Park– for free!
When: Friday, September 13th, 2024
Where: Royal Sunalta Park – directions here
Time: Sunset
Cost: Free
Sponsored pick: CCMA Awards
YEG-HAW! The 2024 CCMA Awards presented by TD are returning to Edmonton after a decade. It’s the perfect time to plan a visit to Edmonton and experience the excitement of Country Music Week, while also exploring the city’s fantastic attractions. So put on your cowboy boots and get ready to celebrate Canada’s biggest night of country music!
When: Saturday, September 14
Where: Rogers Place
Halloweekends at Calaway Park
Jumpscare! This weekend Calaway Park will return with Halloweekends, a series of ‘terrifying’ events for you and the whole family. It’s going to be a blast.
When: September 7th to October 14th, 2024
Where: 245033 Range Road 33, Calgary
Cost: $33.95+
Sponsored pick: Little Modern Market
Looking for something unique? Check out the Little Modern Market– a celebration featuring over 80 amazing vendors, entrepreneurs, and artists. From jewelry and clothing to decor and skincare you won’t want to miss a beat—but don’t be late! Not only will the first 100 people through the door will receive a FREE Market tote, but the first 125 will get buy 1 get 1 FREE Entry Passes to Telus Spark. Have kids? Don’t fret, because for only $5 they play, make friends, get their face painted and get a cool new glitter tattoo.
When: Saturday, September 13th, 2024
Where: FAC (First Alliance Church) Deerfoot Campus – 12345 40th Street SE, Calgary
Time: 9 am – 3 pm
Cost: FREE entry with a donation to the Strong Like Sloane Foundation
Heritage Park Market Nights
Shop until you drop! This weekend, check out Heritage Park after dark where you can enjoy the food, drinks, and vendors at their 2024 Night Market.
When: Saturday, September 7th and 14th 2024
Where: 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary
Time: 3 pm – 9 pm
Cost: Free
STATIC
Last chance! This weekend, Check out Static: A Party Girls Memoirs, a coming-of-age story inspired by true events, written and performed by Mexican-Canadian artist Ashley King.
When: Wednesday, September 4th-14th, 2024
Where: The Erratics Indie Arts Club – 625 11 Ave SW, Calgary
Time: 7:30 pm
Cost: $11+
The Zen Garden Music Festival
With three immersive dance floors located on Calgary’s Bow River Waterfront, Zen Fest is described as an “end-of-summer gathering” with DJs, a licensed cantina, art installations, and some of your favourite food trucks.
When: Saturday, September, 14th, 2024
Where: Waterfront Park -5225 101 St NW, Calgary
Time: 2 pm – 11 pm
Cost: $85+
The Calgary Stampeders
Football and the upcoming fall season? What could be better? This Saturday, grab a beer and a jersey and cheer the Calgary Stampeders to victory at McMahon Stadium! For more information or to snag some tickets, head over to the link above!
When: Saturday, September 14th, 2024
Where: 1817 Crowchild Trail NW
Time: See times above
Cost: $21+
Harvest Lights
Fall, fun and friends! This weekend check out the Calgary Farmyard for Harvest Lights, a vibrant after-dark event, that will give you more time to explore their park.
When: Fridays and Saturdays starting September 13th, 2024
Where: 284022 Township Rd 224, Rocky Mountain Couty
Time: until 9:30 pm
Cost: $21 +
4th Street Night Market
Want to support local and get some fresh air? This weekend head over to the community of Mission and shop, eat, drink and explore at the 4th Street Market.
When: Saturday, September 14th, 2024
Where: Central Memorial Park
Time: 5 pm – 10 pm
Cost: Free
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