February 20th, 2010
Are you a Calgary based event organizer? Then we need your help! We want to create the most comprehensive list of events happening in Calgary, but in order to do it we need to know about them. Promoting your event on Calgary Things is FREE, and you’re also able to include a link back to your website for buying tickets or for more information.
So if you’re ready to add your event – whether it’s coming up in a month or in a year – simply do one of the following:
- Email us at things@calgarythings.com with event information, and we’ll post it to the site
- Visit the Add your Event page and add your event details to add it automatically
And if you have other ideas of how we can help you promote your event, shoot us an email. We’re always open to new ideas and unique partnerships with organizers.
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February 6th, 2010
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and with less than one week away its time to start thinking of how we can celebrate the most romantic day of the year. Here to aid you in your most daring decision are five ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Calgary:
- The classic “Dinner and a Movie”. A classic romantic night out is a simple way to show your loved one how much you love them by recreating that perfect “date night”. For dinner suggestions, check out Urban Spoon to find great restaurants in the Calgary area.
- If that sounds too plain for your liking, how about something a bit more physical? Try taking a dance lesson together to create a night of active fun. Latin Corner, Alberta Dance Sport, and Mambo Pro all feature beginner and drop-in lessons. If rhythm isn’t your thing, go out for a night of ice skating at either the Olympic Oval or Bowness Park.
- Treat yourself! Ladies, whether you’re single or attached don’t forget that Valentine’s Day is about loving you, your man and making yourself look good. For some sexy outfits to wear outside on the big day, check out the Valentine’s Shopping Night @ Fashion Central or for something more revealing in the evening, pick up some lingerie at She Apparel or Knickers N Lace.
- Do something different! Don’t want to celebrate Valentine’s Day with the classic dinner? How about playing tourist for the day instead. Pretend it’s your first visit to Calgary and take in the sights and sounds the city has to offer. Check out the Glenbow Museum, take a trip to the Calgary Zoo and then top it all off by spending a night with your lover in one of Calgary’s great hotels – Hotel Arts perhaps?
- Bring out the artist in you! Do a fun and simple craft together that will create a memory to last a lifetime. Check out Color Me Mine or Fire Escape for some fun and amazing Valentine’s Day fun.
So whether you decide to stick with the classics, or try something a little different, have a fun and sexy Valentine’s Day!
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October 26th, 2009
For all you arts and crafts fans – November is the month for you! With a number of events happening in Calgary, you are sure to find some unique items and Christmas gift ideas. Here’s what’s happening:
November 6 – 8 – Happening at the Blackfoot Inn, this show features fine art and hand crafted one-of-a-kind pieces by Artists & Artisans. Tickets are only $7, and feature a number of creations from local artists.
November 6 – 8 - Located at the Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre, Make it Calgary is happening the same weekend as the Beyond Artisan Marketplace. With over 70 of Canada’s hottest urban artisans and designers, you’re sure to find an amazing one-of-a-kind handmade item that’s perfect for a gift (or for yourself!). Items range from fashion and accessories to home decor items.
November 19 – November 22 - Head down to the Telus Convention Centre to discover the Calgary Art Market. This exclusive event is designed for Christmas gift giving and for the discerning collector. Over 200 professional artisans from across Canada present an amazing selection of quality art and craft, with over fifty craft categories represented.
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October 21st, 2009
Halloween is one of my favourite holidays. After all, who doesn’t like a good little scare every now and then? Calgary has a great set of events scheduled for the weeks leading up to Halloween in October, from haunted houses to monster mashes. Here’s a round up of Calgary’s best Halloween Haunts:
ScreamFest is a yearly event at Canada Olympic Park that includes five different haunted houses and a tent full of games and other ghastly attractions (like getting buried alive or test driving a casket). I recommend getting there early as it definitely gets busy quickly, and it’s much more fun getting scared then waiting in line. With a number of scary performers sneaking up behind you, you also might get a little scare outside of the haunted houses (my apologies to the guy that snuck up on me… I didn’t mean to call you an asshole).
Located at KartWorld off MacLeod Trail, Nightmare Now is smaller than ScreamFest but packed full of just as many screams. With two creepy haunted houses that are sure to make you pee your pants, you’ll also be able to hang out at KartWorld afterwards for a fun night out.
My number one Halloween tradition is watching the Rocky Horror Picture Show. And what better way to do it then with a bunch of other crazy people at midnight? Head down to The Plaza theatre in Kensington October 30 or 31 for one of three screenings of the movie. Audience participation is a must, so be sure to bring your props, costumes and be prepared to do the Time Warp.
An annual event, Boo! at the Zoo is a fun family event for children between the ages of 3 – 12. Starting October 26 you can take your kids to the zoo for a day (or evening for the older kids) of scares as they walk through the “Walk of the Dead” and play a number of Halloween themed games. There is also a free treat for kids under 12. Who doesn’t like free candy?
There’s also a number of other family friendly events happening on October 31. Bring your kids to Halloween Scare at Market Mall, The YMCA Halloween Howler, or Halloween Fun Day for Kids at Deerfoot Mall. You can also visit Calgary Opera’s Grave Gala for an evening of spooky fun.
Update: Check the comments for some other great family friendly events!
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October 21st, 2009
We’re kicking things up a notch with Calgary Things – introducing a new blog dedicated to reviewing and writing about the latest and coolest events happening in Calgary. The blog will be written primarily by myself (John) but we’ll also be on the hunt for local #yyc authors to help contribute to our website.
If you’re an event coordinator and you would like to get your event reviewed/promoted, send us an email at things@calgarythings.com and we’ll see what we can do!
Stay tuned for some great articles.
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