Calgary Real Estate Tips for Buyers & Investors (2025)
Property of the Week: A 1971 Bungalow on a Double Lot in Eagle Ridge
Where it is 40 Eagle Ridge Place S.W. The design Loving updates and attention to detail have allowed this bungalow to age gracefully since it was built in 1971. Hardwood flooring with a parquet design, lush gardens, a grand foyer and commercial-grade kitchen appliances have kept this home feeling
Calgary’s Best Wedding Services 2026
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Best Indoor Wedding Venues – Maximum 200 Guests or Less (Seated)
Winner The Nash The happy couple outside of The Nash. Photo by Lisa Dack/Mint Photo. Situated in the heart of Inglewood, The Nash is set inside the restored National Hotel, a heritage building originally constructed in 1907. The main dining room draws inspiration from the hotel’s past, while Off Cut
Best Indoor Wedding Venues – Maximum Over 200 Guests (Seated)
Winner The Brownstone The Brownstone blends a Chicago-style indoor courtyard feel with a modern industrial edge, making it a striking setting for weddings that want both atmosphere and flexibility. With over 7,000 square feet of gathering space, couples can flow easily between the airy Ruby Lounge,
Best Wedding Florals in Calgary
Winner Flowers by Janie Stunning head table florals by Flowers by Janie at the Fairmont Banff Springs. Photo by Justine Milton Photography. From colour-drenched arches to refined monochromatic bouquets, Flowers by Janie is one of Alberta’s most sought-after studios for one-of-a-kind, luxury wedding
Property of the Week: The $7.5 Million Montreal House in Upper Mount Royal
Where it is 1308 Montreal Ave. S.W. The design The Montreal House draws its name from its location – the home resides on Calgary’s Montreal Avenue. Designed by architect Jeremy Sturgess, the home’s structure features a narrow, linear layout and has a striking visual appeal while incorporating the
This New Calgary Café is Bringing the Coffee Community Together
David Kim has a long history in Calgary’s coffee scene — he’s an award-winning barista that has placed in multiple Canadian National Barista Championships over his career and owns a local specialty coffee roasting company. Along his coffee journey, Kim received support from fellow baristas, coffee r
This New Calgary Brewery is Bringing Back Historical Beers
Calgary’s craft brewing scene is a vast one with new beers being released constantly. But sometimes, it’s fun to take a look back and remember where the brewing industry came from. Calgary’s newest brewery, Good Cheer Brewing, is doing just that by bringing back historical beer recipes and serving t
15 Best Things to Do in Calgary This January
Go tubing at WinSport When: Opens for the season on December 20 WinSport’s tube park promises plenty of snowy excitement with its eight tubing lanes to slide down. Bring the whole family or some friends for a memorable weekend activity in the fresh air. 88 Canada Olympic Rd. S.W., 403-247-5452, wins
Made in Calgary: Baby Tree Woodworks Crafts High-Quality Kitchenware and Decor
Photo courtesy of Baby Tree Woodworks After making a career pivot from head chef of Vagabond to construction work, Mikael Valentin was asked to make a cutting board by a friend. What initially started as a single cutting board project eventually became a full-scale business, Baby Tree Woodworks. Sin
What to Do in the Mountains in January
Catch the final season of Nightrise When: On now until March 25, 2026 Nightrise, the light show at the top of Sulphur Mountain created by Moment Factory in partnership with the Stoney Nakoda Nation and Banff Gondola, is running for a final season until March 25, 2026. Learn about stories inspired by
Meet Calgary-Based Artist Marigold Santos
Photo by Jared Sych Calgary-based artist Marigold Santos creates startlingly beautiful works that explore identity, transformation, heritage and the fragmented nature of cultural diaspora. This past fall, Santos unveiled a new exhibition, Efflorescence/The Way We Wake, in Lyon, France, at Musée d’ar
A New Year of A-List Events
An A-List membership is a great way to enjoy time well spent with your loved ones (or treat yourself to an evening out) with special pricing and additional perks on events. Avenue‘s A-List program offers members the best of the city with VIP treatment — A-Listers don’t have to worry about a thing wh
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
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