Where to Staycation Near Downtown Calgary
Want a getaway without the hassle of actually going away? Stay, play and eat local with these great options in and around downtown Calgary....
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Alberta’s newest dine around festival celebrates local food
From August 9 to 18, experience Alberta on the Plate, highlighting all things local....
5 Things You Didn’t Know About Calgary’s Blue Cart Recycling Program
Go behind the scenes on City of Calgary recycling...
What You Should Know About Barbecuing in a Calgary Park
Calgary has almost 100 barbecues in eight parks that you can reserve ahead of time....
How These Calgary Homes Offer Families Room to Grow
This stunning community blends the best of both urban and rural living....
10 Breweries with Great Patios
Combine your love for local beer and patios at one of these local spots....
Shakespeare by the Bow for Beginners
Everything you need to know about Calgary's summertime outdoor theatre show....
20 Best Places For a Picnic or Barbecue in Calgary and the Mountains
Pack a lunch, bring the bug spray and enjoy dining alfresco while it's nice outside....
All the Patios in Mission
On rooftops, in front of coffee shops and down side streets, these are the patios along 4th Street S.W., from 17th to 26th Avenues....
A Calgary Expert Shares How To Throw a Frisbee
Improve your frisbee skills with these tips from “Frisbee Rob” McLeod, a Calgary-based motivational speaker and frisbee ambassador....
Where to Eat, Stay and Play in Kaslo, British Columbia
Mixing alpine adventure with low-key living, this lakeside village in the West Kootenays offers an ideal escape from the urban rush....
Free Things to Do in Calgary
There are plenty of inexpensive ways to enjoy our city, including these free things to do in and around Calgary all year round....
Set Sail in Style
Layered looks for evenings on board Heritage Park’s historic S.S. Moyie paddlewheeler....
How Avenue’s Fashion Photoshoot on the S.S. Moyie Came Together
A behind-the-scenes look at Avenue's July 2019 fashion photoshoot....
Meet the Finalists of the First Made in Alberta Awards
The first annual Made in Alberta Awards finalists have been announced. Plus, cast your vote for the Readers' Choice award....
Eat This Now: Korean Fried Chicken at Han Maru
Han Maru's most popular flavour is Korean fried chicken dressed with grana padano (a hard cheese similar to Parmesan) and truffle oil....
Special Restaurant Dishes and Drinks to Try During Stampede
The Stampede grounds aren't the only place you can find unique food and drink items. Here are some of the mouthwatering Stampede creations by restaurants, breweries and cafes around the city....
4 Brazilian Steak Houses in Calgary
Plus, 10 beef dishes from around the world and where to get them in Calgary....
6 New Bubble Tea Shops in Calgary
Get your bubble tea fix at one of these major chains or local spots that have recently opened around the city....
Fun Facts About Calgary Stampede Midway Food
Find out how many food vendors apply every year and the one food item that didn't make the cut in 2018....
Calgary’s Outdoor Swimming Pools
Cool down at one of these outdoor pools and spray parks. Calgary's outdoor pools open on June 15th, and most run until September 2....
50 Things To Do in Banff This Summer
There is nothing better than a trip to the Rocky Mountains in the summer. Here is a list of best things to do to take advantage of our own backyard....
6 Summer Food Festivals to Check Out in Calgary
There are festivals featuring Mexican food, local beer, barbecue and more....
Tips for Watching Summer Spectator Sports In and Around Calgary
From football to horse racing, there are some great spectator sports played through the summer in Calgary and the surrounding area. Make the most of your experience with these insider tips....
9 New Things for Calgary Stampede 2019
Check out brand new shows that'll make your heart race and new bar named for Stampede's opening year....
Work of Art: Herald/Harbinger by Ben Rubin and Jer Thorp
This artwork uses three different forms of data-based art — audio feed, paving design and LED light display — operating on location in real time....
Inside Gardenia Flower Boutique’s Live-Work Space in Marda Loop
Once a modest bungalow, this Marda Loop home has been expanded and transformed into a live-work space with a French countryside aesthetic....
Heathen’s Brewing is the First Gluten-Free Brewery in Calgary
Celiacs and non-celiacs alike can now enjoy completely gluten-free beer in a completely gluten-free taproom....
5 Things We’re Excited to Eat and Drink This July
A Flamin' Hot Cheetos corn dog, an affogato and pitchers of sangria are on our list this month....
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