What’s Up This Weekend?

September 2 to 5

September 1 to 4; Spruce Meadows Continental, this tournament offers guests the perfect opportunity to watch world-class show jumping competitions in a more relaxed atmosphere. Learn more at sprucemeadows.com.

September 2 to 3, 5pm to 7pm; ZooNights, the zoo will be open late over the long weekends throughout summer so you can enjoy your favorite animals and the beautiful zoo grounds a little longer. Whether you make it a date night or you bring the whole family, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Pre-order a special ZooNights Dinner Box, grab a beer, and enjoy some acoustic musicians as you wander the zoo. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

September 2 to 3; Alberta Day Celebrations, celebrate everything that makes this province special at Prince’s Island Park. From live entertainment and a made-in-Alberta marketplace to beer gardens and activities for kids, there will be fun for the whole family. Calgary’s Alberta Day celebrations wrap up with fireworks at 9:30pm and a free concert with country superstar Brett Kissel. Learn more at alberta.ca.

September 2 to 4, 10am to 10pm; Fiesta Filipino Calgary 2022, the biggest and most colorful street party that showcases the vibrant Filipino and Asian Communities in Alberta. Experience the sights, sounds, and taste of Filipino culture and heritage at Olympic Plaza. Fiesta Filipino is a celebration of the multiculturalism and diversity in Alberta. Learn more at fiestafilipino.ca.

September 2 to 4, 9am to 4pm; BBQ on the Bow, enjoy this sanctioned backyard barbecue competition at Calgary Shriners Stables. Learn more at bbqonthebow.com.

September 3; National Cinema Day; get movie tickets for $3! Reserve your spot soon at Cineplex Theatres or Landmark Theatres. Learn more at cineplex.com and landmarkcinemas.com.

September 3, Calgary Highland Games, organized by the Calgary United Scottish Games Association, these games have gained the reputation of being one of the most prestigious Highland events in the West. Attracting competitors and spectators from across Western Canada and the USA, you will watch some of the world’s top pipers, drummers, dancers, and heavy event athletes compete and perform at 9025 Shepard Road SE.

September 3 to 4; Heritage Park Railway Days, Heritage Park’s extraordinary rail collection takes centre stage for two days with hands-on activities, and exciting exhibits. Catch a rare glimpse of the turntable in action, enjoy special demonstrations of a double-headed steam engine and spend some time with the Park’s very own Telegraphy club. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

September 3 to 4; Canmore Highland Games, the 31st-anniversary festival will feature live Celtic music, pipes and drums, dance demonstrations, heavy sports, sheep dogs, tug of war, food, drink vendors, a Celtic market, Scotch tasting and much more at Centennial Park. Learn more at canmorehighlandgames.ca.

September 3 to 5; Cochrane Rodeo, the 55th annual Cochrane Lions Labor Day Rodeo will be hosted through the September long weekend. Still considered one of the toughest Amateur Rodeo’s in Canada and FCA sanctioned, we follow closely in the footsteps to the infamous Calgary Stampede. In fact, you can expect to see many of the same riders and stock showcased there, but in a much more intimate setting. Learn more at cochraneevents.ca.

September 4, 1pm to 2pm; Pride History Tour at Fort Calgary, there are many stories of gender, sexuality, and queerness from the early colonial-frontier city we now call Calgary. This guided walking tour around the lands at Fort Calgary will delve into masculinity and the mounted police, crime and queer experiences, and how colonialism shaped ideas about gender and sexuality that are still relevant today. Learn more fortcalgary.com.

September 4, 11 and 18, 10am to 4:30pm; Mid-Autumn Festival, the Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre is excited to announce our Mid-Autumn Festival. This three-day event will be free learning how to make lantern, snowy mooncake and dreamcatchers.

September 4, Love is Love Mile 2022, Run Calgary is teaming up with Calgary Pride to deliver a safe, welcoming and new event experience. Run or walk on the parade route just in advance of the parade commencement. Learn more at runyyc.ca/events/love-is-love-mile.

Labor Day

September 5, 10am; Cochrane Labor Day Parade, Cochrane’s long-standing tradition kicks off the final day of the Cochrane Lions Rodeo weekend with a parade. Bring a lawn chair and be ready to be entertained. Learn more at cochraneevents.ca.

September 5, 2:30pm to 5pm; Calgary Stampeders Labor Day Classic, the most anticipated game of the season as the Stamps host the Elks at McMahon Stadium. There will be music, player autographs, inflatables, face painting, and in honor of the Canadian Armed Forces there will be military interactive stations, as well as, Calgary Police Service. Learn more at stampeders.com.

Until September 5, Summer Farm Days, capture the perfect photo in the sunflower fields and be the first to take the 11-acre corn maze adventure for a spin. Summer is the perfect time to see the barnyard babies that aren’t all grown up just yet. From the young to the young at heart, there are hours of fun for everyone. Learn more at calgaryfarmyard.com.

Until September 5; 2022 Calgary Pride Parade and Festival, Calgary Pride presents the return to in-person programming for the 2022 pride season. The Calgary Pride Parade and Festival is an annual event where thousands gather to celebrate the diversity of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. A variety of events will run throughout August, concluding with the Calgary Pride Parade and Festival on September 4 at Prince’s Island Park. Learn more at calgarypride.ca/pride-2022.

Ongoing

September 1 to 30; Alberta Culture Days, 30 days of discovery, experiences, and celebration with Alberta Culture Days, an opportunity connect with new cultures in a variety of local events and activities. Experience Alberta Culture Days with virtual, in-person, indoor, and outdoor activities. Learn more at alberta.ca.

Until September 3; Junior Fishing Clinic at Bow Habitat Station, cast your line into the world of fishing for the first time in an introductory, hands-on clinic designed for families with kids ages four to 12. This clinic will use classroom-based activities, as well as the Fish Hatchery and Discovery Centre aquariums to teach you how to fish responsibly by understanding Alberta’s sportfishing regulations, proper fish handling techniques, identifying different sportfish, and much more. Learn more at shop.albertaparks.ca.

Until September 4, Wagonstage 2022 presents: Bee-trayal, Bee-trayal features bees, wasps and hummingbirds in a hilarious and interactive performance where our creatures vie for the top spot as Pollinator Extraordinaire. Wagonstage Children’s Theatre is part of the University of Calgary’s School of Creative and Performing Arts. Learn more about the dates and times of shows at arts.ucalgary.ca.

Weekends until September 5, 10am to 4pm; Open Aircraft Days at the Hangar Flight Museum, the No. 1 wish visitors have expressed at The Hangar Flight Museum is to be able to sit inside the historical aircraft. Now’s the chance. From June 25 to September 5, there will be Open Aircraft Days on Saturdays, Sundays, and holiday Mondays. Knowledgeable staff and volunteers will be available to answer your questions. Learn more at thehangarmuseum.ca.

Until September 10; Storybook Theatre’s Legally Blonde The Musical, a fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal. Learn more at storybooktheatre.org/.

Saturdays until September 10; 4pm to 10pm, 4th Street Night Market, Calgary’s hippest night market located in the heart of Mission. Visit the lively main street neighborhood of 4th Street for food, fun, local finds and friends. Learn more at 4thstreetnightmarket.ca.

Until September 14; Le Burger Week, a burger festival that takes place each year where participating restaurants from various Canadian cities compete to create a unique burger; reflective of their overall concept and cuisine. Learn more at leburgerweek.com.

Until September 16, Inglewood Night Market, a modern market with locally sourced and handmade vendors selling diverse goods; from handmade crafts to vintage clothing, antiques and collectibles and artisan eats at 10 Avenue and 10 Street SE.

Until September 30, #YYCBlockParty – Roller Rink on the Boulevard, Block Party is back for the third summer, bringing the same vibrant energy to Deerfoot City with a new twist – say hello to the Roller Rink on The Boulevard. Dig out your vintage roller skates (or rent some vibrant wheels) and live your best retro ‘70s summer life. Get your tickets at the door. Learn more at deerfootcity.com.

Until September 31; Summer on 17th, visit 17th Ave retail and entertainment district this season for Summer on 17th. There will be live music, fitness classes, DJ and drag shows, outdoor movies, and more in Tomkins Park throughout the summer, and all of the events are free. Learn more at 17thave.ca/summer.

Until October 1; Bow Habitat Kids Can Catch Trout Pond, the Bow Habitat Station’s Kids Can Catch Trout Pond is open for the season. This pond is stocked with rainbow trout raised in the fish hatchery for you to catch and release. Visit bowhabitat.alberta.ca for more information.

Until October 15; Heartbreak Hotel at Jubilations Theatre, have you ever wondered what it would be like at the Heartbreak Hotel? Well you’re in luck, because Jubilations Dinner Theatre is going to take you there. The legend never dies, and his music lives on, as we have some fun imagining Elvis and his gang all rocking and rolling at the Heartbreak Hotel. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until October 15; A Birthday Toy’s Story at Jubilation’s Junior, a kid-friendly show designed to make adults laugh, too. This is a production written for kids and served with a meal designed with kids in mind. Get your tickets for a stress-free, fun-filled morning of laughter, music, and food. Learn more at jubilations.ca/calgary-junior.

Until October 26; Dinosaurs Awakened at The Calgary Zoo, get ready to marvel at the sights and sounds of these magnificent life-like creatures and see for yourself what Alberta might have looked like when dinosaurs reigned supreme. Entry included in admission to the Zoo. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

Until October 27; National Music Centre’s Jam Club, join the National Music Centre’s free after-school Jam Club program. Youth ages thirteen to nineteen are invited to jam, practice their skills, and explore their creative potential, all while making new friends, every Thursday at Studio Bell for free. Students can drop in at any time between 3pm and 6pm and there is no obligation to attend week to week. Snacks, drinks, and pizza are provided. Learn more at studiobell.ca/after-school-jam-club.

Visit Gasoline Alley at Heritage Park is buffed up and ready to shine under the bright lights as it opens for another season. Discover highlights from the vintage pick-up truck collection, play games, and visit with members of the Rocky Mountain Model Club.

Visit the Glenbow at The Edison, the satellite location of the popular museum at The Edison building in downtown Calgary is now open. Best of all – admission is free for everyone, thanks to the support of the Calgary Downtown Association. A timed ticket is required for entry. To reserve your ticket, visit glenbow.org.