Calgary Real Estate Tips for Buyers & Investors (2025)
Calgary New Year’s Eve Events to Ring in 2026
A Luminous New Year’s Eve Local chamber choir Luminous Voices returns with its annual New Year’s Eve show at Bella Concert Hall, which will feature a mix of seasonal songs and Cuban choral pieces this year. Sparkling wine and chocolates are included with admission. Bella Concert Hall, Mount Royal Un
12 Major Dining Chains That Landed in Calgary This Year
It’s always great to eat and support local. But sometimes, it’s also fun to grab a bite at a popular chain restaurant or café to see what the buzz is all about or satisfy a particular craving. These days, more Canadian and international dining chains are recognizing Calgary’s ever-growing food scene
This New Bistro and Wine Tasting Room Bring a Bit of French Soul to Calgary’s Wine Scene
Egg mayonaise (left), roasted carrots with burrata and the shrimp roll from Brioche by Avitus. Photo by Chris Landry. Avitus Wine Bar has been serving up great wines in Marda Loop since early 2023, but the team was looking for another way to bring more of that French neighbourhood wine bar experienc
34TH ANNUAL HOUSING EXCELLENCE AWARDS FINALISTS ANNOUNCED
SASKATOON, SK (DEC 16, 2025) – The wait is over as the finalists for the 34th Annual Housing Excellence Awards charge out of the gate. This prestigious recognition celebrates the industry’s top contenders, companies whose commitment to innovation, quality, and excellence has put them in a class of t
Inside Nocturne Books, Calgary’s New Horror-Focused Bookstore
Scott Ross-Molyneux and his wife Allison Iriye embrace horror (the fictional kind, that is), and are now sharing their love of the genre through Nocturne Books, a new horror and dark fiction bookstore in Marda Loop. Located on the lower level of The Shops at Avenue 34, Nocturne offers a curated sele
Property of the Week: A Beautiful $1.22 Million Home in Capitol Hill
Where it is 1726 19 Ave. N.W. The location This home is located in Capitol Hill, one of Calgary’s older communities. The streets are lined with trees and housing styles range from mid-century bungalows to modern townhomes and infill housing. The peaceful neighborhood is a welcoming place for famil
A Winter Wonderland Awaits at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
ZOOLIGHTS, one of Calgary’s most iconic winter traditions, is back, lighting up the heart of the city. Thousands of twinkling lights, cozy fire pits, installations and activities transform Canada’s most visited zoo into a picture-perfect winter wonderland. “For nearly three decades, ZOOLIGHTS has be
What to Do in Calgary Every Day This Winter
December 2025 One of the Sippin’ Santa cocktails. Photo by Randy Schmidt. Sunday, December 21: Try a new virtual reality experience set in the Middle Ages (multiple dates). Monday, December 22: Treat yourself to some waffles from one of the Beltline’s newest restaurants, Wafflato. Tuesday, December
Condo of the Month: An Inglewood Condo with Cool Wood Details
Where it is 524, 63 Inglewood Park S.E. The location This unit is located in the SoBow complex, which features a mix of condominiums and townhomes, in Inglewood. Both the downtown and Bow River pathways are easily accessible, offering a range of year-round dining, entertainment and fitness options
4 Reasons to Bring Your Event to Life at Calgary’s TELUS Spark Science Centre
TELUS Spark Science Centre is more than a venue. It’s a place where events come to life with a little chemistry of their own. Just 10 minutes from downtown Calgary, Spark combines award-winning architecture, hands-on science experiences and flexible event spaces to create gatherings that leave a las
Staff Picks: Our Favourite Things We Ate This Year
Donald McRonald burger at Class Clown Hamburgers. Photo by Xian Fullen. Donald McRonald Burger (with Coney Sauce) from Class Clown Hamburgers This year’s most unforgettable bite for me was the Donald McRonald burger from Class Clown. At first glance, it leans into the classic formula: two patties,
Winter Date Night Ideas in Calgary
Whether you’re in a relationship or wading into the dating pool for the first time in a while, the winter season offers plenty of unique dating opportunities. Here are a few activities worth trying out with that special someone during the chillier months. Get competitive at PowerPlay It’s easy to
7 Stunning Homes Featured in Avenue This Year
This Calgary Home Gym Has the Ultimate Ensuite Bathroom Photo by Phil Crozier A fitness-focused homeowner and a local designer team up to create a home gym ensuite bathroom, straight out of an exclusive hotel spa. Read more This Calgary Home Has a Pastel-Hued Ladies’ Lounge Photo by Phil Crozier.
18 Best Things to Do in Calgary This December
Donate a winter coat in support of a good cause When: On now until December 15 Have a new or gently used winter coat you can part with? Consider donating it to a good cause this month. Rosso Coffee Roasters is collecting winter coats and accessories for its Coats for Coffee campaign in support of Pr
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Shop, Dine and Celebrate Local This Winter
As the snow begins to fall, the weather starts to cool and the holidays near, there’s no better time to support local businesses. There’s magic in a Calgary winter, and you can experience it by participating in seasonal festivals, discovering new winter activities and browsing for gifts in the many
Home for the holidays: Local events this December you can't miss
The holidays are just around the corner! Whether you’re planning to enjoy a night at the orchestra, shop for gifts at local Christmas markets, or sip warm, festive drinks, Calgary offers plenty of experiences that capture the spirit of home.Enchanted Festival at Spruce Meadows | Dec. 5-7, 12-14, 19-
5 Things We’re Excited to Eat and Drink This December
Grilled Octopus from Bow & Bend Rooftop Photo courtesy of Bow & Bend Rooftop This downtown restaurant is keeping things fresh with a new menu for the fall/winter seasons. Along with three new pasta dishes and some new cocktails, guests can also dive into dishes like the new shareable grilled octopus
December Delights
The A-List program takes the city’s best events and creates an experience that transcends the ordinary. A-Listers indulge in VIP treatment, get backstage access to their favourite shows and even get the secret tap for events that aren’t open to the public, and this December is no different. In fact,
Conditions remain relatively balanced as we head into the winter months
In line with typical seasonal trends, sales, new listings and inventory levels all slowed relative to last month. The 1,553 sales were met with 2,251 new listings, causing the sales-to-new-listings levels ratio to improve to 69 per cent. This also helped support some of the inventory adjustment. How
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