What to Do in Calgary Every Day This Summer

June 2025

Friday, June 20: Check out a concert during Sled Island (runs from June 18 to 22).

Saturday, June 21: Attend one of the local events happening on National Indigenous Peoples Day.

Sunday, June 22: Fill up on seafood at Rodney’s Oyster Fest and Shucking Competition.

Monday, June 23: Hear some great music during the JazzYYC Summer Festival (runs from June 23 to 29).

Tuesday, June 24: Bring a book to an outdoor Read-A-Thon in Central Memorial Park.

Wednesday, June 25: Try a restaurant’s signature dish during Taste of Chinatown (runs from June 6 to 30).

Thursday, June 26: Learn cool facts about the science of food at Telus Spark’s Banquet exhibit (runs until September 2).

Friday, June 27: Order dishes like oxtail, jerk chicken, red snapper and more at a new Caribbean restaurant.

Saturday, June 28: Spend the day golfing with a friend.

Sunday, June 29: Check out a new virtual reality experience about the earth’s evolution (runs until August 31).

Monday, June 30: Spruce up your outdoor space by visiting a local garden centre.

July 2025

Tuesday, July 1: See an exciting firework show on Canada Day.

Wednesday, July 2: Grab a summer read from Shelf Life Books and read in Central Memorial Park.

Thursday, July 3: Attend the Calgary Stampede’s Sneak-A-Peek night.

Friday, July 4: See world-class equestrians compete at Spruce Meadows’ North American tournament (runs July 2 to 6).

Saturday, July 5: Visit Mexifest for dancing, live music, wrestling, tasty eats and more (runs from July 4 to 6).

Sunday, July 6: Catch a country music concert at the Buckaroos Cabaret (runs from July 4 to 6).

Monday, July 7: Taste amazing Stampede-inspired fare (and vote for the People’s Choice Award) at The District at Beltline’s 3rd Annual Stampede Chef Showdown.

Tuesday, July 8: Watch events like barrel racing, bull riding, steer wrestling and more at the Stampede rodeo.

Wednesday, July 9: Order a picnic basket from River Café and enjoy it in Prince’s Island Park.

Thursday, July 10: Shop from Indigenous vendors and see cultural demonstrations at Elbow River Camp.

Friday, July 11: Dine at a new Beltline restaurant that’s inspired by fly-fishing.

Saturday, July 12: Head to the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo to see Washed Ashore, an exhibit that turns beach debris into sculptures inspired by marine wildlife (runs until September 14).

Sunday, July 13: Order a pizza at Actually Pretty Good’s new location in Crescent Heights.

Monday, July 14: Cool down with an ice cream flight at Made by Marcus.

Tuesday, July 15: Take your pup to one of Calgary’s 160 off-leash park areas.

Wednesday, July 16: Meet a friend for coffee at Fenyk Coffee & Social’s new southwest location.

Thursday, July 17: Dine at a new cicchetti restaurant in Inglewood.

Friday, July 18: Support local artisans and makers at the Marda Loop Night Market.

Saturday, July 19: Shop for tasty eats at Avenue’s 2025 Best Things to Eat and Drink Market.

Sunday, July 20: Immerse yourself in Latin culture at Fiestaval in Eau Claire Plaza (July 18 to 20).

Monday, July 21: Take in the wildlife at the Inglewood Bird Sanctuary.

Tuesday, July 22: Order a creative cool treat during YYC Ice Cream Fest (runs July 18 to August 17).

Wednesday, July 23: Order some pizza at a new Italian restaurant called Lusi.

Thursday, July 24: Head to McMahon Stadium to see the Montreal Alouettes play the Calgary Stampeders.

Friday, July 25: See a concert at the 46th annual Calgary Folk Music Festival (runs July 24 to 27).

Saturday, July 26: Shop, eat and explore the neighbourhood during Inglewood Sunfest.

Sunday, July 27: Relax at Offline Wellness Club’s new sauna and cold plunge facility.

Monday, July 28: Head to Cowboys Park to go skateboarding at the biggest outdoor skatepark in Canada.

Tuesday, July 29: Treat yourself to a six- or nine-course tasting menu at a new fine-dining restaurant called Gatsby’s.

Wednesday, July 30: Shop from local vendors at the U/D Night Market.

Thursday, July 31: Book a Pedal Pub experience with some friends.

August 2025

Friday, August 1: See an indie theatre production at Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival (runs from August 1 to 9).

Saturday, August 2: Fill up on tasty bites and drinks at Taste of Calgary (runs from July 31 to August 4).

Sunday, August 3: Soak up the sun on a rooftop patio.

Monday, August 4: Play a tennis match on one of The City of Calgary’s 160+ outdoor courts.

Tuesday, August 5: Attempt the outdoor climbing wall at Calgary Climbing Centre’s Rocky Mountain location.

Wednesday, August 6: Dine on delicious Malaysian cuisine at a new restaurant in Kensington.

Thursday, August 7: Learn all about design at the inaugural Design Week Calgary (runs from August 7 to 9).

Friday, August 8: Cheer on the racers at the Calgary Dragon Boat Race & Festival (runs from August 8 to 10).

Saturday, August 9: Watch Cavalry FC take on the HFX Wanderers FC for an exciting night of soccer.

Sunday, August 10: Explore Marda Loop during the Marda Gras Street Festival’s 40th anniversary.

Monday, August 11: Enjoy a tasty dining experience during Alberta on the Plate (runs from August 8 to 17).

Tuesday, August 12: Treat yourself to an ice cream sandwich from Biscettes Cookie Co.

Wednesday, August 13: Spend a day exploring Heritage Park with family.

Thursday, August 14: Catch the show-stopping fireworks at GlobalFest (runs from August 14 to 23).

Friday, August 15: Celebrate Caribbean culture at Carifest (runs from August 15 to 17).

Saturday, August 16: Check out Expo Latino, a huge Latin festival in Prince’s Island Park.

Sunday, August 17: Sing along with country music bands and artists at Country Thunder (runs August 15 to 17).

Monday, August 18: Cool down on the Timber Falls log ride at Calaway Park.

Tuesday, August 19: Catch up with a friend over brunch on a local patio.

Wednesday, August 20: Rent a pedal boat at Bowness Lagoon.

Thursday, August 21: Lounge by the pool at Hotel Arts.

Friday, August 22: Enjoy a tasty day at Barley & Smoke in support of Kids Cancer Care.

Saturday, August 23: Laugh it up at the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival (runs from August 22 to 24).

Sunday, August 24: Fill up on freshly grilled meats and barbecue treats at Brewery & the Beast.

Monday, August 25: Unwind at PRML, a new sauna and cold plunge facility by the team behind Rumble Boxing.

Tuesday, August 26: Go see Theatre Calgary’s season opener, Made in Italy (runs from August 26 to September 21).

Wednesday, August 27: Stay cool with some Japanese shaved ice from Monster Kakigori.

Thursday, August 28: Share some seafood paella at the new Bodega restaurant in Mission.

Friday, August 29: Spend some time exploring Contemporary Calgary’s new Presence exhibition (runs from June 26 to November 9).

Saturday, August 30: Celebrate love at the Calgary Pride Parade & Festival (runs from August 30 and 31).

Sunday, August 31: Pick up some summer produce at a local farmers’ market.

September 2025

Monday, September 1: Take your bike for a spin on the West Confederation Bicycle Pump Track.

Tuesday, September 2: Treat yourself to a tasty acai bowl.

Wednesday, September 3: Check out the new Kípaitápiiyssinnooni exhibit at The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland.

Thursday, September 4: Order some hand rolls at the Oori Nori pop-up (runs until September 13).

Friday, September 5: Hear incredible piano performances during the 2025 Honens Festival (multiple dates).

Saturday, September 6: See incredible acrobatics at Cirque du Soleil’s Echo (runs from August 30 to October 19).

Sunday, September 7: See the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra perform an outdoor concert in Prince’s Island Park.

Monday, September 8: See a movie during the Calgary International Film Festival (runs from September 18 to 28).

Tuesday, September 9: Fill up on pizza and pasta at Acme’s new restaurant in Sunnyside.

Wednesday, September 10: Play some board games with a friend at D6 Tabletop Café.

Thursday, September 11: Book a restaurant tasting tour through the Taste the City app.

Friday, September 12: Watch the movie Elemental at an outdoor movie night in Sunalta.

Saturday, September 13: Enjoy a day of beer, music and art at Dandy Fest.

Sunday, September 14: Shop for your cat (or even adopt one) at the Calgary Cat Festival & Market (runs from September 13 to 14).

Monday, September 15: Enjoy a beer on a local brewery’s patio.

Tuesday, September 16: Go for a relaxing walk in a Calgary park.

Wednesday, September 17: See Calgary’s new professional women’s soccer team play against the Ottawa Rapid FC.

Thursday, September 18: Order some gimbap from a new Korean street food restaurant. 

Friday, September 19: Go rock climbing at the Calgary Climbing Centre.

Saturday, September 20: Enjoy brunch and live music at a newly opened restaurant called The Sharp.

Sunday, September 21: Pop into the Esker Foundation to see a free art exhibition.

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