Calgary Hidden Gems: Shops, Services, Resto's... Every city has its own hidden gems – restaurants, pubs, shops, bookstores, etc. – that are tucked away from the beaten path of tourists and even some locals. Whether you're just visiting or have been living in YYC for a while, finding these places that are unknown to even … [Read more...]
17 Things to Do in Calgary this January (2019)
January 4, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Top 17 Activities to Do in Calgary this January Looking for some of the best activities and events happening in the first month of the new year? We’ve compiled a list of the top 15 things to do in Calgary this January for people of all ages. See them below! What are your favourite activities and or events you usually do in … [Read more...]
Calgary Activities: Crock a Doodle Royal Oak
December 16, 2018 by 2 Comments
Paint Your Own Pottery in Royal Oak If you’ve heard of Colour Me Mine before and know what it’s about, then you’ll already be familiar with what’s in store for you at Paint Your Own Pottery Crock a Doodle in the deep northwest! Located in the community of Royal Oak, Paint Your Own Pottery Crock a Doodle offers exactly what … [Read more...]
6 Things To Do at the Olympic Oval in Calgary
November 22, 2018 by Leave a Comment
What Activities are there at the Olympic Oval? Some people might think we Canadians are born with skates on. Some would say this is true; many sports to do with skates us Canadians usually excel at, and we owe it to world class facilities like the Olympic Oval for helping us get there. Apart from being the training site for … [Read more...]
Repsol Sport Centre: 5 Fun Facts
November 12, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Repsol Sport Centre is One of the Best in YYC! The Repsol Sport Centre is one of the best and all-inclusive recreation centres you’ll find in Calgary hands down. There’s quite a few things to know about this excellent recreation facility in the inner city area just south of downtown, one of them being it was formerly … [Read more...]
5 Things to Do in the Kensington District
October 27, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Best Activities in the Kensington BRZ, NW Calgary Kensington is one of Calgary’s most vibrant and eclectic inner city districts. Also a Business Revitalization Zone (BRZ), its streets are riddled with unique retailers and top-notch restaurants that make for a rich walkable experience every time. Just walking in the … [Read more...]
GlobalFest 2018: By the Numbers
July 30, 2018 by Leave a Comment
GlobalFest 2018: By the Numbers Ever since 2003, GlobalFest has been lighting up the night sky in Calgary with its explosive fireworks shows that bedazzle and delight people of all ages. Creating an event of epic proportions like GlobalFest, however, is no small task. Here’s GlobalFest by the numbers – see for yourself how … [Read more...]
Top 5 Summer Activities at Canada Olympic Park
July 9, 2018 by 1 Comment
Top 5 Summer Activities at Canada Olympic Park What summer activities are there at WinSport's Canada Olympic Park? What used to be one of the main facilities for the 1988 Winter Olympics now has a handful of exciting summer activities to do, most of which are fun for the whole family! Without further ado, here's Calgaryism's … [Read more...]
20 Things to Do in Calgary on a Rainy Day
April 26, 2018 by 1 Comment
20 Things to Do on a Rainy Day in Calgary, Alberta We definitely don’t get as much rain as our coastal neighbours of Vancouver and Victoria in British Columbia - that's for sure. But if Mother Nature does by chance decide to unleash a fury of wetness down upon us, there are plenty of things to do in Calgary on a rainy day … [Read more...]
Calgary International Beerfest Is Here! May 4th & 5th, 2018
April 25, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Calgary International Beerfest 2018 is Here! Western Canada’s largest beer festival is almost here! Showcasing hundreds of domestic and international premium beers, the Calgary International Beerfest is happening on May 4th and 5th and will be packed with breweries, distilleries, restaurants and beer connoisseurs from all … [Read more...]
