Planning a trip to Calgary? Here is my list of fun things to do in Calgary all year round plus an activities guide by every season! Save this guide divided by seasons to help you experience the city like a local! Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or staying longer, here are some of my favourite things to do throughout the year.
Things to do in Calgary: All Year Round
This is a master list of all the activities you can enjoy all year round in the city. For season specific activities not in this list, I have made a smaller by season list which is after this. So keep scrolling!
- Head to the Central Library and then stroll towards East Village. Grab a coffee/snack and cross the bridge towards St. Patrick’s Island. Stroll, enjoy the playgrounds and don’t forget to climb the hill “The Rise” for the most epic downtown views.
- Calgary Zoo
- TELUS Spark Science Centre
- Heritage Park Historical Village (ensure that the historical village is open or see the winter programming available)
- Calgary Tower (or eat at Sky 360 and you get access!)
- TELUS Spark Science Centre
- Crescent Heights Lookout Point for beautiful Skyline views and a nice walk
- Explore the beautiful parks in Calgary: Some of our favs are: North Glenmore Park, Bowness Park, Carburn Park, Prince’s Island Park and Confederation Park.
- Scotsman’s Hill for skyline views
- Stroll Stephen Avenue and enjoy a nice meal if you like downtown vibes
- Calgary has the best ice cream scene and you have to try Village Ice cream if you visit! Lots of locations around the city!
- Visit Fish Creek Provincial Park by Bow Valley Ranch Restaurant. The views are beautiful! Enjoy ice cream at Annie’s Cafe! The restaurant is expensive so leave it for special occasions but you can get amazing photos with it in the back drop. If the weather is nice, walk to the river!
Things to do in Calgary in the SPRING Season
On top of all the year round activities, here are some fun things to do in the Spring season:
- Reader Rock Garden: this park is my fav for appreciating the gorgeous blooms, plus amazing views from the top!
- Butterfield Acres and Granary Road if you have little ones!
- In May the whole city gets gorgeous blooms but I recommend Murdock Park, Garrison Square Park and Baker Park.
Things to do in Calgary in the SUMMER Season
On top of all the year round activities, here are some fun things to do in the summer season:
- Float down the Bow River
- Downhill karting by Skyline Luge
- Calgary Stampede: runs for 10 daysin July
- Calaway Park
- Peace Bridge at sunset
- Paddle boat or boating in Bowness park
- Spray Parks around the city!
- Enjoy river access at Pearce Estate Park, Stanley Park, St. Patrick’s Island and Edworthy Park
Things to do in Calgary in the Fall Season
On top of all the year round activities, here are some fun things to do in the Fall season:
- Butterfield Acres
- Pumpkin patches & corn mazes
- Fall walks around the city and in the beautiful city parks especially North Glenmore Park, Carburn Park, Fish Creek Park etc.
Things to do in Calgary in the Winter Season
On top of all the year round activities, here are some fun things to do in the Winter season:
- ZooLights
- WinSport tubing
- Public skating at Bowness Park
- Stephen Avenue’s holiday lights
- The CORE Shopping Centre or Chinook Mall
Calgary is so much more than a gateway to Banff. It’s a vibrant city with incredible parks, neighbourhoods, family attractions, great food, and festivals in every season.
Have you visited Calgary before? What’s your favourite spot or what would you add to this list?
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