Hey Wanderers!
Calgary is bursting with excitement this week, offering an amazing lineup of events and activities for everyone to enjoy! Whether you’re looking for a fun night out, a creative escape, or thrilling sports action, the city has you covered.
Savour a delicious dinner and classic movie night at Heritage Park for the perfect cozy evening, take part in a special Lunar New Year giveaway for a chance to win festive prizes, or get crafty with hands-on creative workshops. Feel the city come alive as Chinook Blast fills the streets with dazzling lights and festivities, and don’t miss the Calgary Flames hitting the ice for some heart-pounding hockey action!
From vibrant winter celebrations to laid-back nights with friends, there’s so much to explore. So bundle up, grab your crew, and make the most of what Calgary has to offer this week!
Monday, February 03, 2025
Chinook Blast
Where:
Various Venues
When:
January 31 - February 17, 2025
Cost:
$0+
Details:
From January 31 – February 17, 2025, Chinook Blast will be heating up our city with a celebration of community, culture, and civic pride. Make a plan to check out Calgary’s art, music, theatre, sport, and recreation, and embrace the season with your family. Then be sure to cozy up fireside on outdoor patios or capture moments among the lovely outdoor art installations.
For 2025, Chinook Blast will transform Stephen Avenue (1st SE to 3rd St SW) for light and art displays, performances, family-friendly fun, and delicious food. The Confluence will be the official Winter Sports Hub with outdoor activities and skating.
YYC Hot Chocolate Fest
Where:
Various locations
When:
February 01 - 28, 2025
Cost:
$0+
Details:
Bring some extra sweetness to your winter and spend February searching for Calgary’s best concoction during the annual YYC Hot Chocolate Fest. Participating Calgary eateries are featuring signature hot chocolate drinks, created specifically for this event, and customers can vote online to determine who has the best. Partial proceeds from each drink sold go to Calgary Meals on Wheel.
Robert Mac
Where:
The Comedy Cave (1020 8 Avenue Southwest Calgary, AB)
When:
February 03 - 08, 2025
Cost:
$15
Details:
If you love smart, clever, and refreshingly clean comedy, then Robert Mac is your guy. With his signature dry wit, razor-sharp observations, and perfectly timed delivery, he crafts hilarious, intelligent stand-up that keeps audiences laughing from start to finish. Whether he’s dissecting everyday life, playing with language, or sneaking in the unexpected punchline, his humor is effortlessly brilliant.
A veteran of the comedy scene, Robert Mac has been seen on Last Comic Standing, Comedy Central, and more—now it’s your chance to catch him live. Whether you’re a fan of quick-witted wordplay or just need a night of nonstop laughs, don’t miss out. Get your tickets and prepare to laugh your face off!
Lunar New Year Giveaway: "Savor More, Win More"
Where:
The District at Beltline Food Hall (227 11th Ave SW, Calgary, AB)
When:
February 03 - 12, 2025
Cost:
$12+
Details:
During this period, you can enjoy special Lunar New Year menu items and promotions at your favorite food hall restaurants. For every purchase over $12.88, you'll receive a lucky ballot for a chance to win various prizes, including a pair of Flames tickets.
Olympic Oval Monday Night Toonie Skate
Where:
University of Calgary (288 Collegiate Boulevard NW, Calgary, AB)
When:
February 03, 2025
Cost:
$2
Details:
Public skating is back at the Olympic Oval! Experience what it was like for Olympic athletes to whiz down the 450-metre oval ice surface.
On select Monday nights during the winter season, head to the Oval for the Monday Nights Toonie Skates from 6 – 8 pm. On these special evenings, you skate for just $2.
2025 European Union Film Series: Dangerous Gentlemen
Where:
Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall - Central Library (800 3rd Street Southeast Calgary, AB)
When:
February 03, 2025
Cost:
FREE
Details:
Join us for this Polish Comedy that sees Joseph Conrad and three notorious artists unravelling the hazy mystery of what happened last night- Why is there a dead man on the couch and the police at the door?
Tuesday, February 04, 2025
Wednesday, February 05, 2025
Thursday, February 06, 2025
Friday, February 07, 2025
Be sure to tag @WanderingInYYC / #WanderingInYYC in your stories and posts—we love following along with your adventures around the city and seeing how you make the most of February 3rd - 7th.
Have a blast, and happy wandering!
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