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Things To Do in CALGARY THIS WEEK, Jan 22 - 28
Good morning!
We’re already almost halfway through January. How time flies! If you’re looking to make the most of the year’s first month, there are lots of things happening, including the Calgary RV Adventure Sale & Show, the Shoresy Winter Classic, the High Performance Rodeo, and so much more.
Enjoy!
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Things to Do This Week
High Performance Rodeo (Until Jan 31) Celebrating its 40th year, the High Performance Rodeo is an annual festival featuring theatre, dance, comedy, music, and so much more.
Calgary RV Adventure Sale & Show (Jan 22 - 25) The Calgary RV Adventure Sale & Show is one of the biggest RV events in Alberta. It’s a 4-day showcase, bringing together the largest gathering of outdoor enthusiasts and RV dealers in Alberta.
Dean Lewis: The Epilogue Tour (Jan 22) Following unprecedented worldwide success, critical acclaim, and sold-out tours, Dean continues to write and perform with unmatched vulnerability, vibrancy, and vitality. As such, The Epilogue represents both the culmination of an incredible journey thus far and a harbinger for where he may go next.
Pints N' Purls Free Knitting Club (Jan 22) Every Thursday, knitters gather to create beautiful projects! We run community projects, where items in need will be created and donated to those less fortunate. You are also welcome to come and work on your own personal projects! This is free to attend, we encourage you to come, be social and make new friends, while working on your knitting or crocheting skills!
Red Carpet Premiere - The Women In Security Documentary (Jan 22) Join us on Thursday for an exclusive showing of The Women in Security Documentary, followed by networking, appetizers and drinks.
DINNER AND A MOVIE (Jan 22) Enjoy a movie on our 28 ft screen while sipping on a cold one.
Candle Making Workshop (Jan 22) Join us for some personal instruction while enjoying a drink and some great company! This craft is great as a gift or to adorn your own home and is completely customizable.
Shoresy Winter Classic (Jan 22) At Scotiabank Saddledome.
Energy Circle: The Flow Forum (Jan 22) Come join us at Connected Chiropractic for The Flow Forum, a powerful gathering designed to help you connect, recharge, and tap into collective support.
JAIDEN RILEY AND THE CRYBABIES (Jan 22) Get ready for a truly soulful evening of smooth grooves, heartfelt vocals, and unforgettable vibes in one of the city’s coziest venues, right on Music Mile.
It Takes Two: A Symphonic Collaboration (Jan 23 - 24) Warm up your January with the Calgary Phil and conductor Fawzi Haimor in this wide-ranging program featuring Ginastera's spirited Argentine dances and Gershwin's musical portrait of a wistful American wandering the streets of Paris.
Robbie Burns Day at Heritage Park (Jan 23) For one night only, Gasoline Alley Museum comes alive with Scottish pride, performance, and community spirit — where old friends are honoured and new ones made, for auld lang syne.
After School Art Café (Jan 23) Afterschool Art Café! Kids can explore DIY kits or our $10 Art Buffet. No skills needed—just play, create & connect. Ages 7+ drop-off.
HYROX Half (Jan 23) Take on the HYROX Half - All 8 Zones, half the distance and half the reps, no running. Take on this challenge solo, or as a doubles team*!
Paul Callander Quartet (Jan 23) Get ready to groove with the smooth jazz vibes of the Paul Callander Quintet, it's going to be a night to remember!
Fish Creek Concerts Presents Jeffery Straker with Leanne Lightfoot @ Southwest (Jan 23) Jeffery Straker is a prairie-born troubadour whose songs feel like well-worn postcards from small towns and quiet backroads. Leanne Lightfoot is a heartfelt songwriter and evocative vocalist whose songs explore love, loss, and the deep pull of land and connection, guiding listeners through intimate emotional journeys with warmth and honesty.
Somnium (Jan 23) Inspired by a conversation with the audience, this improvised montage goes to places usually only dreams will go. We'll explore the weird and surreal, the mundane and sometimes emotional, and all of it through the haze of a good night's rest. In the end, this show will make you feel like you just woke up.
Dry January – Mocktail Dance Party (Jan 23) Join us for a tropical-inspired night out at Deerfoot Inn & Casino’s Dry January Mocktail Dance Party! Sip on delicious handcrafted mocktails, hit the dance floor, and soak in the island vibes with live entertainment by Silly Wrabbit and our Video DJ.
Introduction to Baking With The Sourdough Method (Jan 24) Come learn the fundamentals and best practices of fermented bread. Mix, shape and bake artisan bread and bagels in this 4-hour workshop.
Sparkle Entrepreneur Networking Event January 24th @10am (Jan 24) A heart-led network for ambitious women to connect, grow, and sparkle—without the pressure or the pitch. Ready to grow your business without the awkward elevator pitch or surface-level small talk?
Make Your Horror Script Stand Out with Adrian G. De La Peña (Jan 24) Come and learn how to make your horror idea different from all the rest. Come to this workshop to learn how to use your lived experience within your idea, avoid the common cliches, and work with the genre in surprising ways.
Behind The Cut: Wish You Were Here | Studio Bell (Jan 24) Join songwriter, musician, and educator Kenna Burima and Classic Albums Live musician Sean Craig for an in-depth exploration of Pink Floyd’s 1975 masterpiece Wish You Were Here.
9TH AVENUE BIG BAND (Jan 24) At Ironwood Stage & Grill.
Cheap & Cheerful (Jan 24) Join us for this budget-friendly 1-hour tasting and try 3 of the absolute best wine deals in Calgary!
Paint Night - Dive Into the Ultimate Neon Experience (Jan 24) Neon Paint Night is a fun and unique event where you can unleash your inner artist and create a piece of art that glows in the dark! You'll be provided with all the materials you need, including neon paints, brushes, and canvases, and a professional.
SAFFL Winter Training Camp (Jan 24) Get ready to sharpen your skills and have a blast this season at our in-person Winter Training Camp! Whether you're a beginner or a veteran, this is the perfect chance to train hard, meet new friends, and enjoy some cool winter vibes.
Cocktails 101: The Basics (Jan 24) Beginner-friendly intro: shake and stir 2 classics with guided spirit tasting. Leave confident. Snacks, 20% off, tour, prize.
Spiritual Singles Mingle (Jan 24) Connect with like-minded, spiritually awake singles in a fun, high-vibe space for genuine connections.
Back to the Future | The Grand (Jan 24) With iconic performances by Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd, this time-bending classic continues to captivate audiences of all ages.
Hombre, Gnarwhal, Iron Tusk, Bodies Of Everest (Jan 24) We've got a quartet of incredible bands lined up to work the everyday worries from your head and help you make sure 2026 is kick ass. Let us transport you to a spiritual dimension where all that exists are back rubs, beers, and stoner riffs!
Secret Impro Show (Jan 24) Improvised comedy shows every Saturday evening! Live improvised comedy shows featuring some of our most popular formats like Maestro Impro and Gorilla Theatre. The Secret Impro Show is recommended for ages 14 and up.
Exceptional stand-up comedy - SIMON KING live in CALGARY (Jan 24) Hilarious. Rapid fire. High energy. Intelligent and absolutely unmatched in the stand-up world, Simon King is not to be missed.
Moody & Bangloose @ STREATS BELTLINE (Jan 24) Local Calgary DJ's Moody & Bangloose dropping beats live at STREATS BELTLINE in a fun boiler room style party! Don’t miss out!
Intro to Herbal Medicine Workshop (Jan 25) Learn all about herbal medicines from plants that are grown in the Calgary area! This hands-on workshop will teach you about the medicinal properties of common plants, best practices for preparing plants for medicinal purposes and guide you through making three kinds of herbal remedies for you to take home.
BLUE GOSPEL (Jan 25) Erin Ross has been playing a confident mix of roots music for many years, from her home base in Calgary.
Form & Space: Calgary AB (Jan 25) Hosted by psychologists Hillary McBride and Chantai Minet, this event is about creating the space to step outside of the ways of being a body that are structured, familiar, and prescribed, to tune into our bodily voice, and practice moving in a way that feels authentic.
Robbie Burn’s Day – Scotch Whisky Makers Dinner (Jan 25) Join us in the Cactus Lounge this Robbie Burns Day for a Scottish-inspired 4-course dinner paired perfectly with Scotch Whisky.
Foodies + New Friends: Calgary (Jan 25) Turn strangers into friends in your city. It’s that simple! Connect over dinner with other adventurous individuals.
Fabio Porchat- Historias Do Porchat (Jan 25) Fábio Porchat makes his Calgary debut with Histórias do Porchat, a comedy packed with hilarious tales from his adventures around the globe. The show has toured over 33 cities in Brazil and more than 10 countries, delighting more than 500,000 spectators. Following multiple sold-out performances in Toronto, Vancouver, and London, Ontario in 2025, Porchat now brings his hit show to new audiences across Canada.
Levi McCachen - Tuesday Takeover (Jan 27) Join Levi McCachen on Tuesdays in January as he takes over the Laugh Shop! Every Tuesday is proudly presented by our good friends at Bronc Beer, featuring Great Buckin' Beer specials!!!
Calgary Cribbage at Banded Peak (Jan 28) Join us for a chill night of cribbage and laughs at Banded Peak in Calgary—good vibes guaranteed!
Community Yoga (Jan 28) You need a BREAK! Give yourself the gift of stillness. Beginning with gentle movement and postures to tap into our bodies, accompanied by breathwork techniques to fully let go, and finally ease into a guided meditation along with a mini soundbath!
Jade Eagleson (Jan 28) Jade Eagleson brings his first headlining tour to The Palace.
Restorative Yin & Sound Bath — Intention-Based Healing Class (Jan 28) Not your average yoga class. Restorative Yin Yoga & Sound Bath for deep stress release and full-body relaxation.
The Run: Ballers Edition (Jan 28) The Run: Ballers Edition is a weekly pick-up game with friends and some friendly competition.
