Calgary Real Estate Tips for Buyers & Investors (2025)
A Guide to Live Music at the 2026 Calgary Stampede
Cowboy boots are clacking against the pavement. The scent of pancakes and mini doughnuts fills the air. Everyone you meet exudes a certain “yahoo” spirit. Yes, the Calgary Stampede is back for 2026, and it’s a time to revel in all things rodeo and western. But for music fans, it’s also an opportunit
Seize the summer days: What to do in Calgary this July
In July, the city comes alive. From the world-famous Calgary Stampede to major cultural festivals throughout the month, there won’t be a dull day in your calendar! Check out what’s happening this month: Calgary Stampede 2026 July 3-12 | Stampede Park Do we need to say more? The Greatest Outdoor
Hot Horse Summer: The Ultimate Calgary Summer Sporting Guide for the Equine Curious
Calgary is, undeniably, a multi-horse town. While our cowboy and ranching heritage started much of Calgary’s love affair with all things equine, there are ample opportunities to see all different kinds of horses, be it through a farm visit to Butterfield Acres or spotting the Calgary Police Service’
Fun Things to Do, See and Listen to in Calgary This July and August
Surge forward Greg Brown III dunks at the Dome. Photo by Jesse Tamayo. Do Party at Fiestaval July 17 to 19 Every July, Calgary’s annual Latin festival, Fiestaval, rolls into town with an exuberant celebration of Latin culture. The three-day fiesta takes over Eau Claire Plaza with more than 30 auth
Five affordable ways to boost your home's curb appeal
You only get one chance to make a great first impression, so why waste an opportunity to get a leg up on other sellers? Whether it's for better listing photos or to impress during showings, improving your home's curb appeal doesn't have to be expensive. Here are five affordable ways to boost your ho
Avenue’s Best Tips for Making the Most of the Calgary Stampede
The 2026 Calgary Stampede is almost here, and whether it’s your first visit or your 20th, there’s always something new and exciting to experience during this time that fills the city with energy and community spirit. To help you make the most of this year’s festivities, we asked six Avenue staff mem
Fun Stampede Events (Off the Grounds) to Check Out Around Calgary
Every summer, the Calgary Stampede grounds fill with rodeo stunts, fun treats and live music. This year, from July 2 to July 12, consider taking some time out of your busy Stampede schedule to check out some of the fun events taking place off the Stampede grounds, too. Stampede Bowl When: July 2 D
5 Things We’re Excited to Eat and Drink in July
Hankki Seoul Stampede Fries from Hankki at the Calgary Stampede Hankki Seoul Stampede Fries. Photo courtesy of Calgary Stampede. The Calgary Stampede returns this month from July 3 to 12, and one of the most fun parts of the western extravaganza is eating the midway foods. Whether you love staples l
A Look at the Amenity Gap in Some of Calgary’s New Neighbourhoods
Illustration by Mateusz Napieralski The first residents moved into the new southeast Calgary community of Rangeview in 2021, and the neighbourhood already boasts two staffed community greenhouses, pollinator gardens and an apiary, an amphitheatre-style outdoor classroom, and multiple park spaces. A
Romero Lounge & Cocktail Bar Brings Prohibition-Inspired Cocktails to South Calgary
Alberta has never been short on good stories, especially the kind that move through border towns, back rooms and the parts of history that rarely make it into the usual retelling. That spirit sits at the heart of Romero Lounge & Cocktail Bar, a newly reimagined cocktail lounge located inside Romero
The Scene Launches a New Calgary Events Calendar
Image courtesy of The City of Calgary. Say goodbye to sitting on the couch and hello to a new events calendar that will help you turn any boring day into an adventure. The Scene’s new events calendar, created in collaboration with Tourism Calgary, Calgary Downtown Strategy and Calgary Arts Developme
Calgary’s Best Neighbourhoods 2026
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Things to Love in Calgary’s New Neighbourhoods
Alpine Park’s village centre Just an eight-minute walk from anywhere in Alpine Park, the village centre is the social and commercial hub of the community. It’s divided into three districts — social, service and convenience — so whether you’re shopping for groceries, filling a prescription or meeting
Win Tickets to the 2026/27 YMCA Arts Season!
Experience the Magic of YMCA Arts! YMCA Calgary is excited to launch the 2026/27 YMCA Arts live performance season, a lineup of theatre, music, comedy and storytelling created to spark imagination and bring people together in community. Discover performances for all ages at state-of-the-art theatres
Summer Shopping in the Kootenays
After a six-hour drive southwest of Calgary, through B.C’s mountain ranges, you’ll find yourself along the East Shore of Kootenay Lake. This is a great starting spot to discover all that Nelson and Kootenay Lake has to offer this summer. No matter which quaint small town you choose to explore, you’l
Why New Brighton is One of Calgary’s Best Neighbourhoods 2026
With no through traffic dissecting it, the suburban southeast community of New Brighton feels like its own little town. A family-oriented community, New Brighton has two elementary schools and one junior high, along with numerous playgrounds, such as the New Brighton Green Playground and Bumblebee P
Why Evanston is One of Calgary’s Best Neighbourhoods 2026
Evanston, also referred to as Evanston/Creekside, offers an escape from the hubbub of inner-city living. Located halfway between downtown Calgary and Airdrie, the community is easy to access with Stoney Trail nearby. This spacious neighbourhood has several parks, including Evanston Community Park. C
Why Mission/Cliff Bungalow is One of Calgary’s Best Neighbourhoods 2026
Inner-city living doesn’t get much better than Mission/Cliff Bungalow. A historic neighbourhood (with Mission among Calgary’s oldest communities), these days the area offers access to some of Calgary’s coolest local restaurants, coffee shops and boutiques. If living a hop, skip and a jump away from
Why Lakeview is One of Calgary’s Best Neighbourhoods 2026
Inside Sierra Café, a favourite spot for Lakeview locals. Photo by Jared Sych. Nestled away at the southern end of Crowchild Trail lies the picturesque community of Lakeview. Beautiful homes with manicured lawns rest along streets lined with mature trees. Lakeview feels tucked away from the rest of
Why Martindale is One of Calgary’s Best Neighbourhoods 2026
Less than 15 minutes from the Calgary International Airport, Martindale offers a plethora of amenities, green spaces and schools, and residents feel like they belong. Martindale is within easy reach of parks, such as the Martindale off-leash park and the nearby Prairie Winds Park, and is home to sev

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