Things To Do in CALGARY THIS WEEK, Aug 7 - 13

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Cirque du Soleil ECHO Comes to Calgary!

From August 30 - October 19, Cirque du Soleil will be under the Big Top at Stampede Park (Lot #6)!

A spectacular performance combining poetry, stagecraft, daring acrobatics, and technology explores the delicate balance between people, animals, and the world we all share.

Special Offer for Must Do Canada Family/Friends: Use this link to save up to 20% off select seats/dates. Groups of 10+, save 25% and reduce handling fees, contact [email protected] for details.

Things to Do This Week

• Italy vs. The World at Market Wines (Aug 7) Italy is a world-renowned wine region and is often dubbed as one of the best regions in the world. Is Italy truly the best wine region out there? We are putting Italian wines next to otherworldly wines in a head-to-head blind tasting to put their reputation to the test. Join us for a blind taste test of a variety of Italian wines and their international counterparts. 

• Kensington Night Market (Aug 7) Held by The Downtown Markets, The Kensington Night Market returns with the opportunity to shop from local vendors while enjoying live music and entertainment. 

• Alberta on the Plate (Aug 8 - 17) Join us as we celebrate this incredible ingredient that has been a staple in kitchens around the world. Through “Chefs’ Table: Cracking Egg-Cellence,” we aim to elevate the profile of eggs in Alberta’s culinary scene, promote local farmers, and inspire a deeper connection to the food we eat. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a home cook, get ready to explore the wonderful world of eggs with us!

• Dragon Boat Race & Festival (Aug 8 - 10) Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of fun, culture, and racing at the Sinopec Calgary Dragon Boat Race & Festival — Calgary’s premier free water sport and cultural celebration! Hosted at North Glenmore Park, this high-energy event brings together over 1,850 paddlers, more than 4,000 spectators, and an incredible lineup of entertainment, food, and family activities.

• Calgary Surge Home Game (Aug 8) Saskatchewan Rattlers Vs Calgary Surge at WinSport Event Centre. 

• Cocktails for Conservation (Aug 8) Join us for an unforgettable evening at Cocktails for Conservation, presented by Jayman BUILT, where exquisite cocktails, delicious food, and live music set the scene for a perfect night out. 

• Inglewood Night Market (Aug 8) The Inglewood Night Market is a modern market with locally sourced and handmade vendors selling diverse goods; from handmade crafts to vintage clothing, antiques & collectibles, artisan eats & more! 

• Spark After Dark: Your Brain on Music (Aug 8) Taylor Swift nailed it when she sang, 'I’ve got that muuusic, in my mind sayin’ it’s gonna be alright!' Fun fact: music doesn’t just hit different—it literally lights up your brain! That’s right, music activates your brain like nothing else, and during Spark After Dark on August 8, explore just how much it impacts and shapes our minds, bodies, and lives in incredible ways. Get the full STEAM experience—check out how beats are made, what tools make it happen, who's behind the magic, and why it all matters. It’s science and creativity vibing together!

• SAMAR: An Improvised Raqs Sharqi Experience (Aug 8) Join us for an exciting, immersive theatre show of bellydance, music, and community at cSPACE Studio Theatre (1721 29 Ave SW)! We’re flying in superstar Zara from Cairo, Egypt, to perform alongside some of Canada’s top dancers and a live band of Calgary’s finest Arab musicians. Expect powerful, improvised performances that celebrate the rich traditions of Arab art and culture. 

• Candlelight: A Tribute to ABBA (Aug 8) Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Calgary. Get your tickets now to discover the music of ABBA at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, under the gentle glow of candlelight.

• Ryan Castro at The Palace Theatre (Aug 8) 

• TuneGo Music Bingo at Top's Pizza South (Aug 1) Get ready for the most fun Friday night in town! Grab a friend or a table full of friends and come join DJ Armin Hammer for an unforgettable night of music meets bingo...ish!  

• Intro to Wine with Eli (Aug 8) Have you ever been into a liquor store and felt completely overwhelmed and confused by the selection? Have you ever been to a dinner party and had no idea what people were talking about when it came to the wine? Ripasso? Traditional Method? Carbonic Maceration? What do all these things mean? 

• Big Bounce Canada (Aug 9 - 17) Calgary, Get Ready to Bounce! The world’s biggest inflatable event is landing at Spruce Meadows from August 9 to August 17! Jump, slide, and soar through 3 hours of epic fun for all ages. 

• Calgary Korean Day Festival (Aug 9 - 10) The Korean Day Festival is an annual celebration of Korean culture, heritage, and community spirit. It brings together people of all backgrounds to experience the richness of Korean traditions through performances, cultural exhibits, and culinary delights. 

• RCMP Musical Ride at Century Downs (Aug 9) Century Downs is proud to present the RCMP Musical Ride after live racing! After racing, enjoy an exhilarating performance from the Rhye Miller Trick Riders!  Then, a team of up to 32 riders and horses bring you a truly spectacular performance showcasing their equestrian skill through a variety of formations and cavalry drills set to music.

• Bridgeland Night Market (Aug 9)

• Calgary Water Lantern Festival (Aug 9) Light up the night with those you love. Choose the ticket that best suits you, and let’s make magical memories together! 

• MT JOY At The Saddledome (Aug 9) Main Act: Mt. Joy with Special Guest: Ricky Mitch & The Coal Miners. 

• Ogden Small Business Market (Aug 9) Are you a small business owner who wants to showcase and sell your product, but you can't risk the cost of larger markets? Then this market is for you! 

• Stamps Home Game (Aug 9) Winnipeg Vs Calgary. 

• Puppy Yoga - Granary Road (Aug 9) Puppy yoga. 

• Lantern Peace Festival (Aug 9) Join us at the Lantern Peace Festival for an afternoon of beautiful lanterns, music, and spreading good vibes! 

• Cavalry Home Game (Aug 9) Cavalry vs HFX. 

• Sisters' Cake Picnic (Aug 9) Grab your mixing bowls. You’re officially invited to our Sisters’ Cake Picnic!

• Sunset Splash! Lavender Club’s 3rd Anniversary Party (Aug 9) Celebrate our 3rd anniversary with a Sunset Splash that is all about taking care of US.

  Come join us for a pool party & celebrate our ability to take care of each other and have fun, all in equal measures. Featuring local vendors, DJs, a cafe pop-up, and more, the whole event highlights all the myriad ways in which we show up for one another.

• CARLOS BALLARTA: TLATOANI (Aug 9) Carlos Ballarta’s new stand up show is here and its called “Tlatoani” (He Who Speaks), a show where the comedian promises to take us on a journey full of laughs, reflections, and hilarious anecdotes, which touch sensitive fibers of Latin american people and they make us view life from a comical and fun perspective, loaded with lots of sarcasm and with a good dose of dark humor … a characterized style of the comedian.

• Erin Ross Live at The Attic Bar (Aug 9) Join us for an intimate evening of genre-blending roots music with Erin Ross, a standout voice in Calgary’s music scene. Known for her soulful fusion of blues, folk, rock 'n' roll, and jazz, Erin brings stories to life through rich lyricism and captivating stage presence. 

• Calgary Surge at The Saddledome (Aug 10) Following last year’s record-breaking CEBL attendance at the Saddledome, we’re bringing Surge basketball back to the biggest stage in Calgary. On August 10, 2025, we’re taking over the Scotiabank Saddledome once again, this time, with an even bigger and better experience for fans as we play our final 2025 regular-season game. Don’t miss your chance to be part of another unforgettable night for basketball in Calgary.  

• Clutch with Special Guests Blacktop Mojo & The Inspector Cluzo (Aug 10) CLUTCH shares more in common with The Grateful Dead, Rush, and the Allman Brothers than their heavy riffs and heady twists of phrase might suggest. Because like those bands, the supporters who adore CLUTCH are there for the experience, community, and authentic connection. 

• Marda Loop Marda Gras (Aug 10) Along with the Marda Loop BIA, Marda Gras Street Festival turns 40 in 2025, and we have a BIG celebration planned. Don’t miss it! Marda Gras is a FREE family-friendly event in the heart of Marda Loop and the longest-running street festival in Calgary. Take part in a pedestrian-friendly, car-free day with your friends and family – shopping local, experiencing quality arts and culture programming, and connecting with your community. 

• Monty Franklin at The Laugh Shop (Aug 10) After sell-out shows across Australia and America in 2024, Monty Franklin returns in 2025 for his BIGGEST TOUR YET in America, Asia, Europe and Australia. Monty Franklin is an Australian-born stand-up comedian and actor based in Los Angeles. He has toured over 40 states in the US, performing to over 1 million Americans. Monty also tours with Rob Schneider, Joe Rogan and John Cleese. 

• Hillhurst Flea & Antique Markets (Aug 10) The Flea Market has over 100 vendors, featuring crafts, furniture, antiques, books, household items, and more!

• Outdoor Yoga Every Sunday in Stanley Park (Aug 10) Join us for a 60-minute gentle slow flow yoga class suitable for all levels - beginners & experienced welcome! Bring your yoga mat, water and clothes to move in.

• Jazz Fiesta (Aug 10) Come join us for a night of smooth tunes and good vibes at Prohibition Bar & Lounge! Get ready to tap your feet and sway to the rhythm. Let's make this a night to remember with the soulful sounds of jazz filling the air. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!

• Laugh Loft Stand Up Comedy (Aug 10) Laugh Loft is Calgary’s newest curated Sunday night stand-up comedy show! Featuring professional comedy acts with TV-quality stand-up comedy material and an enforced code of conduct against hate speech, this femme-centred and femme-curated show is edgy yet affirming, shocking but not scarring.

• Rogers Charity Classic (Aug 11 - 17) From entertaining clients and colleagues to celebrating with friends and family, the Rogers Charity Classic offers a variety of ways for you to watch in style. Experience golf legends from a skybox or host from an all-inclusive suite. 

• Trivia Night At The Unicorn on 4th (Aug 11) TRIVIA MONDAYS! Warm up with this question to prepare yourself for tomorrow's awesome trivia night! There are prizes to be won, and fun to be had!

• Calgary Prairie Dog Brewing Monday Night Trivia! (Aug 11) Gather your friends and join us at Prairie Dog Brewing! With free games, great food and drink specials, and a lively atmosphere, it's the perfect way to start your week and have some fun. Don't miss out on the chance to win prizes, show off your knowledge, and have an amazing time at one of the best local breweries Calgary has to offer!

• Monday Night Trivia At Canadian Brewhouse University (Aug 11) Enjoy our fast-paced and entertaining trivia show, featuring a visual round, two Name That Tune Rounds, and three fun general knowledge rounds. Players work as a team to answer the questions, which appear on the screens. Our charismatic live hosts keep things moving and will even do a mini-game for individual prizes! 

• Queer Arts & Crafts at Bells Cafe (Aug 11) This event is perfect for newcomers looking to connect with the community over their favourite crafts! Bring your preferred hobby and socialize in a relaxed and inclusive setting.

• The Australian Pink Floyd Show: Wish You Were Here - 50th Anniversary Tour (Aug 12) Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of Pink Floyd’s formation in 1965, as well as the 50th Anniversary of their album, Wish You Were Here, The Australian Pink Floyd Show returns in 2025. 

• Stephen Ave Market (Aug 12 - 26) Shop the avenue for all your market needs!  

• Taco & Trivia Tuesdays at The Winkin Owl Pub (Aug 12) Looking for a fun way to break up the workweek? Look no further than our Tuesday night event at The Winkin Owl! Every Tuesday at 7 pm, we host a Trivia, Tacos, and Tequila night that is sure to satisfy your cravings for both brain teasers and delicious food and drinks.

• Tuesday Night Trivia at the Pig & Whistle (Aug 12) Join us in January and February for Trivia every Tuesday and GROW YOUR SCORE! In addition to weekly prizes, the top team in those 2 months will receive a $200 Night Out Gift Card! Trivia is Free to play with purchase - bring your team down for league trivia!

• LiveNation Pres: Charlie Cunningham (Aug 12) At Commonwealth.

• Ratboy Comedy (Aug 13) A COMEDY SHOW 4 BASEMENT PEOPLE: skulk around in a dive bar & watch a surprise line-up of local comics, first-timers, and professionals!