9 Unique Things to Do In Calgary This Weekend, October 2-4
The weekend is just about here and we're already so excited about it. Because we want you to make the most out of every minute, we've rounded up a list of anything things to do in Calgary. From eating and drinking to exploring and road trips, we've got it all covered.
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This weekend we are ringing in the start of October. This spooky season is bringing with it some awesome events and activities and we just can’t keep them to ourselves.
From high tea and pumpkin patches to eating at some of the best-hidden gems in the city, there are nine things you simply must do this weekend.
We only get two days off so if you haven’t started scheduling things, you may want to.
Some of the mentioned events require tickets so we suggest getting them while you still can.
Whatever you decide to do, don’t do it alone. Get your social circle involved and make it a fun, but safe, weekend.
Take A Heritage Park Ghost Tour
Price: $22.95
When: Multiple dates
Address: Heritage Park Historic Village, Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, AB
Why You Need To Go: Calgary as a haunted past and on this ghost tour, you can learn all about it. There are even adults-only tours available if you aren’t interested in taking the tour with kids.
Check Out This Retro Diner
Address: 118 4 Ave., S.W., High River, AB
Why You Need To Go: There’s a hidden retro diner outside of Calgary and you need to road trip this weekend to see it. The food is super cheap and they have some of the best desserts in the province. You can thank us later.
Hit Up An Adult’s Only Kangaroo Visit
Price: $39.99
When: Saturday, October 3
Address: 1500 84 St. N.E., Calgary, AB
Why You Need To Go: For one day only, you can hit up an adults-only night at Cobb’s Farm. While you sip wine you can cuddle with adorable baby kangaroos and it doesn’t get any better than this.
Enjoy Harvest Nights Before Snow Falls
Price: $17.95+
When: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday to Sunday
Address: 284022 Township Rd. 224, Rocky View, AB
Why You Need To Go: Exploring a corn maze in the daytime is one thing but we challenge you to do it at night. It'll be completely dark so bring a flashlight. When you’re done, explore the grounds as it's lit by thousands of twinkle lights.
Mac & Cheese Food Truck Fest
When: Sunday, October 4 from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Address: 3777 Grey Eagle Dr., Calgary, AB
Why You Need To Go: This weekend you can satisfy all your macaroni and cheese cravings. It’s comfort food at its finest. There's even a pizza Mac and it’s exactly what it sounds like.
Alice In Wonderland High Tea
Price: $100
When: Various dates starting Thursday, October 1
Address: Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant, 15979 Bow Bottom Tr. S.E., Calgary, AB
Why You Need To Go: A high-class, high tea experience is coming to Calgary this weekend. You and up to five others could sit inside a clear dome that is completely decorated to look like you’re in Alice in Wonderland. Even the cookies are decorated on point.
Get Some Teddy Bear Bubble Tea
Price: $5.50+
Address: 931 10 Ave. S.W., Calgary, AB
Why You Need To Go: Calgary is known for delicious bubble tea but this place is so cute you need to see it for yourself. Royaltea Calgary has adorable teddy bear-shaped bottles and you need to get one this weekend. With flavours like orange, matcha, and oreo, you can't go wrong.
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Drink All The Tequila
Address: #2, 2116 – 4th St. S.W., Calgary, AB
Why You Need To Go: Canada’s largest tequila menu is right here in Calgary. They have over 200 different types and some are exclusive to just the restaurant. If you love Mexican food and good liquor then Anejo has your weekend plans covered.
Take A Stoll To Wedge Pond
Address: Wedge Pond Day-Use Area, Spray Valley Provincial Park
Why You Need To Go: A one-kilometre hike near Calgary will take you to a lake surround by colourful trees. Now that things are cooling down, it’s the perfect time to get out and explore. The leaves are changing and it couldn’t look more beautiful.