Things To Do in CALGARY THIS WEEK Feb 6 - 12

Good morning!

It’s a blistering cold week here in YYC, but thankfully, there are lots of indoor events taking place, such as the Exposure Photography Festival, Calgary Tattoo & Arts Festival Winter Edition, YYC Hot Chocolate Fest, Calgary Flames Hockey, Trivia Nights, and more!

Enjoy!

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Featured Events

Things to Do this Week!

  • Murder at the Park: A Wedding To Die For (Feb 6 - 8) Bring your sharpest detective skills and your best sleuthing friends for a night of mystery, suspense and deadly fun!

  • Calgary Flames Vs. Colorado Avalanche (Feb 6) Hockey game at Scotiabank Saddledome. 

  • CIRCULARITY! ALTERNATIVE WINTER MARKET & REPAIR EXCHANGE FOR ALL (Feb 6) Alternative Market centred around local community vendors accepting Calgary Dollars. The Market will include multiple local vendors with a variety of goods, a Repair Exchange Station and Indigenous Wheel of Wisdom programming. 

  • KETTAMA & X CLUB at Commonwealth (Feb 6) Western Canada Ripper. 

  • Tequila & Detox Remedies (Feb 6) Join us for a fun and rejuvenating workshop where you’ll sip El Tequileno Tequila & craft your own healing remedies!

  • FREE First Thursdays x Exposure Festival Exhibition Opening (Feb 6) Join us on February 6th at Contemporary Calgary for FREE First Thursdays, offering complimentary admission from 5-9 PM! Dive into the dynamic world of contemporary art as we extend our hours, inviting you to explore our galleries, enjoy the opening of the 2025 Exposure Photography Festival, and sip on a thoughtful selection of wine, craft beer, and refreshing non-alcoholic beverages. This is an all-ages event.

  • BINGO! Night at Whiskey Rose (Feb 6) BINGO finally returns to Whiskey Rose on February 6th! We are going to have 6 rounds of Bingo, fun prizes, and sweet deals including $10 pizza and pitchers of beer for $20! 

  • Dear Rouge At The Palace Theatre (Feb 6) For over 10 years now, Dear Rouge, the alternative rock duo of Drew and Danielle McTaggart, have been winning over fans consistently and hitting new career heights.  

  • Super Trivia Night At The Potion Room (Feb 6) We're bringing weekly trivia to this amazing cocktail bar every Thursday at 7 pm! Bring down your team of up to 8 people for 6 rounds of General Knowledge Trivia and Name That Tune in this fun, cozy atmosphere and one-of-a-kind bar in the heart of Inglewood! 

  • Free Live Music at Two House Brewing (Feb 6) Celebrate Robbie Burns Night With Us! Get ready for an unforgettable evening packed with Scottish charm and entertainment! Here’s what to expect:  Live Celtic Music featuring Byron & Danny, Highland Dancers bringing the spirit of Scotland to life,  Bagpipers to honour the legendary poet, and Signature Cocktails crafted just for the night.

  • Paint Nite At Two Rivers Distillery (Feb 6) Join us for an evening of creativity and relaxation at Two Rivers Distillery with the talented and relatable Nancy Lindsay - The Anxious Artsy Mom. Let your inner artist shine as you sip on delicious craft cocktails and follow along with Nancy's step-by-step instructions to create a beautiful painting.

  • Peach Pitt - Grey Eagle Event Centre (Feb 7) Peach Pit’s fourth album is a masterclass in expansive arrangement and deeply felt songwriting—a winning formula that only continues the incredible trajectory the band’s been on since their star-making debut EP Sweet FA in 2016.

  • Calgary Tattoo & Arts Festival Winter Edition (Feb 7 - 9) An intimate tattoo event, showcasing the best in local talent! Contest, retail exhibits, and tattooing all weekend long! 

  • Mecha Mayhem (Feb 7 - 9)  Mecha Mayhem brings together over 260 teams from around the world to compete at the BMO Center. Teams battle for the title of Mecha Mayhem Tournament Champions and guarantee a qualification spot to the VEX Robotics World Championships in Dallas, TX. 

  • Seconds Vintage Market (Feb 7 - 9) Seconds Collective is Calgary’s coolest vintage and secondhand market, bringing together a vibrant community of small businesses, vintage curators and second-hand makers. Popping up monthly. 

  • Kimmett Cup (Feb 7 - 8) The hockey tournament benefits the Lindsay Leigh Kimmett Memorial Foundation, a non-profit organization started by Lindsay’s family after her death. 

  • Galentine's Day Benefiting I Can for Kids (Feb 7) Join us at Borough Bar & Grill for a fun-filled event celebrating friendship and giving back to the community. Get ready for a morning of laughter, great conversation, and delicious food, all for a great cause.

  • Galentine's Celebration & Self-Care Night (Feb 7) Celebrate friendship, self-care, and self-love at Bloom Culture’s Galentine's Celebration! This exclusive event is the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind, and enjoy a night of creativity and connection with your besties.

  • Laughs & Giraffes At Skunkworks Distellery (Feb 7) In the old days of punk rock, comedians would open for bands. We're bringing back that staple in a new monthly show for 2025.  4 of Calgary's top comedians will let you laugh and Calgary's most unique punk band, Giraffistan, will close the show. 

  • TuneGo Music Bingo at Top's PizzamSouth (Feb 7) 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!  

  • Hannah Montana Night at Ranchmans (Feb 7) Get ready for a night of pure pop nostalgia as Stephanie Merkus performs a dazzling tribute to Hannah Montana! Sing along to all the iconic hits and dress to impress in your best Hannah Montana-inspired outfit.

  • BangFest At Dickens (Feb 8) BangFest brings you 3 one-woman shows featuring Uma Gahd (Montreal), Lilith Fair (Calgary), and Chelsea Horrendous (Edmonton). 

  • A Tribute to Bob Marley At CPO (Feb 8) One love. One heart. Let your soul be lifted by Bob Marley’s message of peace and unity in this powerful showcase of his inspiring songs with renditions inspired by Jones & Jones. This incredible line-up of songs will be performed by the Orchestra, and conducted by Christopher Dragon with guest vocalists Ammoye, Steele, Omega Mighty, Soji Joseph, and a live band. We wanna jam it with you! 

  • Calgary Flames Vs. Seattle Kraken (Feb 8) Hockey game at Scotiabank Saddledome.

  • Galentine's Tea At Lougheed House (Feb 8) Treat your bestie to Afternoon Tea at Lougheed House, presented by A Certain Flair Catering! Join us for our traditional afternoon tea experience with a twist of love for your favourite people in the historic Conservatory at Lougheed House. 

  • NMC Presents: Black History Month (Feb 8) In celebration of Black History Month, the National Music Centre will present a special event spotlighting the evolution of Black Canadian music. Stay tuned for the lineup!

  • Real Canadian Wrestling WARRANTED AGGRESSION (Feb 8) Join us at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 1 for an action-packed evening of intense wrestling matches. Get ready to witness aggression like never before as our talented wrestlers go head-to-head in the ring.

  • Streetheart at Deerfoot Casino (Feb 8) Join us at the Deerfoot Inn & Casino for an unforgettable night with legendary rock band Streetheart, and opening act Jackson Reed & The Silverbirds!

  • VendUrban Market (Feb 8) Can’t wait to celebrate the start of 2025 with you all! Come check out all the amazing vendors lining the inside of Lake Bonavista Promenade!    Wicked vendors, face painting, activities for the kiddos + all the fun vibes a market brings!

  • Girls' Night Out: Cocktails & Hors d'Oeuvres - Galentine's Edition! (Feb 8) Happy Galentine’s Day! So you want to have a few girlfriends over to swap tales and have some laughs. You’ll want to eat well, of course, and serve a few smashing cocktails.

  • Gilberto Santa Rosa: Autentico Tour Love Edition (Feb 9) The “Gentleman of Salsa,” Gilberto Santa Rosa, is ready to bring his romantic style to various venues with his highly anticipated Valentine’s Day concert series, now called “Auténtico Love Edition.” This special celebration of Love and Friendship Day will take him to multiple cities in the United States and Canada, offering fans an unforgettable evening filled with his most romantic and iconic hits. 

  • Hillhurst Flea & Antique Markets (Feb 9) The HSCA Flea Market has been a community program since 1985! It runs year-round and admission is FREE. The Flea Market has over 100 vendors, featuring crafts, furniture, antiques, books, household items, and more!

  • Galentines Brunch - Drag + Clay + Rosé (Feb 9) Join us for a fabulous afternoon of creativity, fun, and celebrating femininity! Kick off the afternoon with delicious brunch bites, mimosas, and refreshing rosé. Then, tap into your creative side with a hands-on clay activity led by feminist potter Firuze Avci. Firuze will guide you in crafting ceramic pieces that celebrate female energy, gender equality, and the unique beauty of the female form. 

  • The Calgary Jazz Orchestra - Art of Romance & Art of Soul (Feb 9) Experience music from the Great American Songbook, Motown, soul, and funk music. 

  • Trivia Night At The Unicorn on 4th (Feb 9) 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! (Feb 10) 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! 

  • Tuesday Night Trivia At Canadian Brewhouse University (Feb 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!

  • Taco & Trivia Tuesdays at The Winkin Owl Pub (Feb 11) Come with a team or join one on the spot and test your knowledge with 6 rounds of Trivia and Name That Tune while enjoying our delicious taco specials and sipping on some of the best drinks around. Whether you're a trivia buff or just looking for a fun night out with friends, our trivia night is the perfect place to be!

  • Tuesday Night Trivia at the Pig & Whistle (Feb 11) Tremendous Trivia and The Pig & Whistle Pub are proud to present Weekly Trivia every Tuesday at 7 pm! 

  • Free Euchre Tournament at Cold Garden (Feb 11 - March 4) The taproom has a ton of games to play at any time, but one is more popular than the rest… that’s why we are starting FREE weekly Euchre tournaments every Tuesday from February 4 - March 4 at 7:00 p.m! 

  • 4 Nations Cup Kicks Off (Feb 12) Taking place from February 12th to 20th, 2025, this exciting event will feature NHL players representing Canada, Finland, Sweden, and the United States in a high-stakes tournament known as the 4 Nations Face-Off. This tournament is set to replace the 2025 NHL All-Star Game, offering fans a fresh, thrilling hockey experience. 

  • Dirty Bingo at The Unicorn (Feb 12) Dirty Bingo is back in the basement pub! start:7:30PM. Win Sex Toys! not your grandma's bingo. 

  • Bath Bombs and Bubbly - GALENTINE'S EDITION (Feb 12) The best girls' night is back! Step-by-step instructions by our founder will leave you with 10 bath bombs, completely customized by you. Including LIMITED EDITION Valentine-themed scents and colour-core bath bombs for a fun colourful surprise. 

Ongoing

  • Horizons of Khufu: KhufuSARAH20 for 20% off (Until March 2) The Pyramids of Giza have arrived in Calgary for the first time ever! This revolutionary virtual reality immersive experience takes you back to the golden age of ancient Egypt, allowing you to explore the depths of the iconic pyramids, decipher hieroglyphs, relive the reign of King Khufu, and more!

  • Chinook Blast – Calgary's Winter Festival (Until Feb 17) With Olympic Plaza under construction, we’re reimagining our festival to bring you the best of Chinook Blast in new and exciting ways. We’re changing to bring fresh energy and new adventures for you and your family to explore.

  • Deadly Murder at Vertigo Theatre (Until March 2) Full of bluffs and double bluffs, crosses and double-crosses, this intensely intricate psychological thriller will be one step ahead of you until the very end!

  • YYC Hot Chocolate Fest (Until Feb 28) Every February, participating cafés, restaurants, and chocolatiers compete for the coveted titles of YYC’s Best Hot Chocolate, Best Spirited Hot Chocolate, Most Creative Hot Chocolate and special Cup That Runneth Over Award. Calgarians can sip a variety of hot cocoas and determine the blend that roasts them all!

  • Free Euchre Tournament at Cold Garden (Until March 4) Each week will be an independent tournament with the two weekly winners each receiving any piece of Cold Garden merch!

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