What’s on in Calgary this weekend
Calgarians have a packed few days ahead with a mix of music, sport, theatre and guided heritage walks across the city from Friday, July 24 to Sunday, July 26. Highlights include the 47th Calgary Folk Music Festival on Prince’s Island, the Calgary Surge basketball home game at WinSport and a Curiosities and Oddities walking tour at Heritage Park.
Major draws and where to go
The long-running Calgary Folk Music Festival returns to Prince’s Island Park (698 Eau Claire Ave. SW) with an international and local lineup featuring names such as Valerie June, Goldie Boutilier and Marty Stuart. Event passes are priced variably depending on access and days chosen.
Family-friendly and niche activities
For those looking for something offbeat, Heritage Park is offering a 1.5-hour guided tour called Curiosities and Oddities. The walk sets out from the Engineered Air Gazebo and visits sites around the park including the Prince House, Wing Chong Laundry and Gledhill’s Pharmacy.
“On the Curiosities and Oddities Walking Tour, you’ll explore the strangest corners of Heritage Park on a 1.5-hour guided walk. Starting at the Engineered Air Gazebo, you’ll visit places like the Prince House, Wing Chong Laundry, and Gledhill’s Pharmacy—each one packed with bizarre facts, hidden tales, and curious relics.”
Sporting and theatre options
Sports fans can catch the Calgary Surge taking on the Edmonton Stingers at the WinSport Event Centre (88 Canada Olympic Rd. SW) on Friday night. Theatre-goers can see Broadway Across Canada’s production of CLUE, a stage adaptation inspired by the 1985 movie, offering a comedic whodunnit option.
Quick event snapshot
| Event | When | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Calgary Folk Music Festival | July 23–26, 2026 | Prince's Island Park |
| Curiosities and Oddities Walking Tour | Friday, July 24, 7 p.m. | Heritage Park (Engineered Air Gazebo) |
| Calgary Surge vs Edmonton Stingers | Friday, July 24, 7:30 p.m. | WinSport Event Centre |
| Broadway: CLUE | Various dates | Broadway venues (city) |
Planning tips
- Check event websites for ticket prices and pass options before you go; prices vary by event and seating.
- Prince’s Island and Heritage Park can be busy during festival hours — allow extra time for parking or use transit where possible.
- Family activities such as breakfast at the zoo and walking spots across the city present lower-cost options for a day out.
With the end of July nearing, the city still offers a blend of high-profile festivals and smaller guided experiences to suit a range of interests and budgets. Keep an eye on official event pages for the latest scheduling or ticket updates.
