Calgary's Whimsical New 'Urban Park' Is The Pastel Instagram Pop-Up Of Your Dreams

It's got phone chargers, mini-libraries, basketball hoops, AND it opens today!
Calgary's Whimsical New 'Urban Park' Is The Pastel Instagram Pop-Up Of Your Dreams
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If you’re looking to get out of the house then Calgary’s PARK PARK may be your pastel dream come true and it's open now. 

PARK PARK, which officially launched on Tuesday, September 8, is a reimagined recreational space and parking lot in Inglewood.

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Lot 43 - 9th & 11th Street S.E.

Location of PARK PARK

Featuring bright pastel colours and totally unique touches, the space looks like an Instagram photoshoot pop-up. 

There’s a picnic table, cellphone charging station, hand warming station, free library, basketball hoop, and skate lines that all aim to bring people to the space during off-seasons. 

The park will be open every day from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and you can even rent it out for a private event. 

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