Studio Bell’s National Music Centre Proudly Showcases Homegrown Canadian Music at its Best
People, achievements and milestones should be celebrated. If anyone in the city of Calgary should be recognized for doing this intentionally, well, and on a grand scale, I think my vote might go to Studio Bell, the proud home of our National Music Centre (NMC). Since the formal opening of their breathtaking location on the corner
Calgary’s Best Decorated Christmas Trees
At Christmas time, we have two trees in our home: a pre-lit artificial indoor tree that stands 9-foot tall and adorns – or perhaps, more accurately, dominates - our living room for a month; and a cut tree that we collect from the parking lot at IKEA for $20 and which occupies prize position on
Explore Our Favourite Free Outdoor Christmas Light Displays in Calgary
‘Tis the season for snow, apple cider and neighbourhood Christmas light reconnoitring. With five weeks to go till Christmas Eve, we’ve noticed the eager beavers in our neighbourhood already installing and powering up their glowing larger-than-life inflatables, glittering garden ornaments and twinkling light strings. The recent mild temperatures and snow-free conditions have made it enticing to get into the yard, unravel
Five Excuses to Visit the Glenbow Museum this Fall
I say this every time I visit the Glenbow Museum: “I’m just popping in to see some of the latest exhibits. I shouldn’t be more than an hour”. And, without fail, I leave more than two hours later overwhelmed by the variety of themes, new exhibits and switched out artworks that make the rooms and
#LOVEYYC Day 2019 Favourites
🎈 #LOVEYYC Day is back! 🎈 Gary, our I AM CALGARY Mascot, is geared up for #LOVEYYC Day 2019 As Tourism Calgary promotes our awesome city, loads of businesses are offering Calgarians great value in return. It’s time to hastily plan how you’re going to spend your day (and dollars) on November 2nd! Celebrate all things Calgary.
Classic Calgary: Galaxie Diner in the Beltline
There's "hole-in-the-wall" eating places, and then there's "tried-and-tested-hole-in-the-wall" eating places. Galaxie Diner has certainly proven itself to be the latter in every positive possible way. Tried. Tested. Proven. Great quality. Abundant quantity. Fast service. Reliable. Familiar. Friendly. Not to mention the charm of the
Classic Calgary: The Calgary Stampede
Touted as the "The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth", the Calgary Stampede is undeniably a Calgary classic! With its roots dating back to 1886 when the Calgary and District Agricultural Society held its first fair, the first rodeo and festival was held in 1912, known as the Stampede. This became an annual event
Classic Calgary: Peters’ Drive-In
Winter, spring, summer, or fall, all you have to do is call and I'll be there, yeah, yeah, yeah. You've got a friend."You've Got a Friend" by Carole King, 1971 Some legendary destinations start with simplicity. Peters' Drive-In has continued with their winning recipe of simplicity, it would seem. Admittedly, their menu is no longer simple, but
Trendy Downtown Calgary Neighbourhoods: Discover Bridgeland
The neighbourhood of Bridgeland-Riverside, formerly known as Germantown, is primarily residential but is also shares the same address as Calgary's world famous Calgary Zoo and iconic TELUS Spark (Science Centre). Connected to the City by the extensive Bow River pathway system, the neighbourhood is easily accessible to pedestrians, cyclists and transit commuters alike. Tom Campbell's
Trendy Downtown Calgary Neighbourhoods: Explore Inglewood
If you're looking for a downtown neighbourhood that has it all, Inglewood is likely to check off all your requirements: located within easy walking distance from Calgary's downtown and East Village; situated along the banks of the Bow River; offering a trendy shopping scene; serving up fantastic culinary destinations; boasting a buzzing live music scene;
