Top Events Happening in Calgary This Week- July 14 - 18, 2025
- Allison Fitkowski
- 21 minutes ago
- 9 min read
Hey Wanderers!
Calgary is buzzing with excitement this week, offering a vibrant mix of music, culture, and sweet summer indulgence!
Let the sounds of classical brilliance sweep you away at ChamberFest West, where renowned musicians bring timeless works to life in intimate, awe-inspiring performances. Then, dive into the heart of Latin culture at Fiestaval Latino Festival, a high-energy celebration filled with live music, dancing, authentic food, and colorful traditions — all in the heart of downtown and completely free. And for those with a sweet tooth, YYC Ice Cream Fest is the ultimate summer treat: explore Calgary one scoop at a time while supporting local businesses and voting for your favorite frozen creation.
Whether you're soaking up music, dancing in the streets, or sampling the city's coolest desserts, this is your chance to experience Calgary at its most joyful. Call up your crew, map out your weekend, and let the city surprise you!
Monday, July 14, 2025
ChamberFest West
Where:
Various venues
When:
July 14 - 19, 2025
Cost:
$17+
Details:
ChamberFest West brings internationally acclaimed classical musicians to perform with some of Canada’s best and together they create a unique fusion of styles and interpretations.
Each of our summer festivals is a unique experience shared with our audience. The fusion of feelings each listener has to a live, intimate performance creates a special collective moment that lives beyond the concert hall.
We’re thrilled to present Lost & Found, ChamberFest West’s fourth annual chamber music festival. Join us JULY 14-19, 2025 for delightful discoveries, unexpected treasures, and hidden gems spanning the centuries, highlighting composers from A (Amadeus) to Z (Zosha di Castri). As always, you can expect extraordinary performances by some of the world’s finest chamber musicians.
Summer Farm Days at Calgary Farmyard
Where:
Calgary Farmyard (284022 Township Road 224, Rocky View County, AB)
When:
June 30 - August 31, 2025
Cost:
$25+
Details:
Looking for something to do with your summer days in Alberta? Summer is the perfect time to visit the Calgary Farmyard. The lines are shorter and the days are just as much fun! Capture the perfect photo in our Sunflower Fields and be the first to take our 11 Acre Corn Maze Adventure for a spin! Summer is the perfect time to come and see the barnyard babies that aren’t all grown up just yet! From the young to the young at heart, there’s hours of fun for everyone. Zip through our zip lines, jump on our jumping pillows and play on our 35+ attractions!
Petting Zoo – See our Barnyard Babies all grown up!
30+ Attractions *Wild West Shooting Gallery and Lost Treasure Mining Not Included
2.5 Acre Sunflower Fields - opens mid-August
11 Acre Corn Maze - opens late - July
Open Food Stands
2 and Under are FREE, 3 and Up Requires Admission.
Legends of the 80s
Where:
Stage West Calgary (727 – 42 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
June 27 - August 31, 2025
Cost:
$85+
Details:
Get ready for a totally rad musical journey back to the glory days of the 80’s! This bodacious revue is a non-stop celebration of the decade’s most iconic artists and unforgettable hits.
The stage will come alive with the signature sounds and styles of legendary acts like Elton John, Madonna, Janet Jackson, Cyndi Lauper, Queen, and so many more. From the rebellious rock of Guns N’ Roses to the peppy pop of Wham!, this show has it all. Decked out in outrageous 80’s fashion and hair, our mega-talented cast will have you dancing in your seat as they perform renditions of “Like a Virgin”, “Sweet Child O’ Mine”, “Girls Just Want to Have Fun”, “Crocodile Rock” and a killer set list of other chart-toppers. The visual spectacle will be just awesome, with dazzling lights, and rad dance moves.
Whether you lived through the 80’s yourself or just dig the vibe, this musical revue is the ultimate way to experience the decade in all its over-the-top glory. So, tease your hair, pull on some neon spandex, and get stoked for a show that’s guaranteed to be the most righteous nostalgia trip ever!
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Bow Habitat Station Bug Soup Marsh Dipping
Where:
Bow Habitat Station (1440 – 17A Street SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 02 - August 30, 2025 (Tuesday - Saturday)
Cost:
$7
Details:
Armed with nets and buckets, prepare to get a bit muddy as you search for and identify the critters who make their home in our wetlands. Join Bow Habitat Station for Bug Soup this summer — it’s a great summertime activity to satisfy a kid’s natural curiosity! This programmer-led activity lets you dive deeper and learn about the often-missed little creatures. All science gear is provided, and rubber boots are highly recommended. (And maybe even extra clothes!)
Calgary Girls Book Club - YYC Girls Night (Book - Bewitched)
Where:
Two Rivers Distillery (453 42 Ave SE Calgary, AB)
When:
July 15, 2025
Cost:
$10
Details:
✨ Welcome to the YYC Girls Night Book Club! ✨
📚 The book you need to have completed by this date is Bewitched (by Laura Thalassa)
Join us for a cozy evening of books, bonding, and new friends! Discover your next great read, connect with other book lovers, and shape the future of the book club. Come on down, grab a drink, and settle in for a fun, literary night out!
Date: July 15, 2025 from 6-8 pm
The Bow Ho Comedy Show at Mikey's Juke Joint
Where:
Mikey's Juke Joint & Eatery (6404 Bowness Road Northwest #unit 109 Calgary, AB)
When:
July 15, 2025
Cost:
$10
Details:
Weekly every Tuesday starting at 7:30 pm there is a comedy show with a new Headliner , Mc and guest Comedians. Come join in the laughter.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Heritage Park Music in the Plaza
Where:
The Plaza at Heritage Park (1900 Heritage Dr SW, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 16, 2025
Cost:
FREE
Details:
As if you needed another reason to visit Heritage Park, this summer you can enjoy Music in the Plaza!
Every Wednesday from July 2 – August 27, 2025, the city’s best emerging artists bring you a series of free concerts from 6 – 8 PM. Watch from the Selkirk’s patio as you enjoy dinner, or explore the shops of the Haskayne Mercantile Block before you set up your lawn chair and enjoy the show with popcorn in hand! Performances are free of charge and take place in the Heritage Town Square.
Wynonna Judd – The Greatest Hits Tour
Where:
Grey Eagle Event Centre (3775 Grey Eagle Drive, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 16, 2025
Cost:
$60+
Details:
Beyond the five Grammy Awards, the multi-platinum albums and sold-out tours, the country/soul vocalist built on the Appalachian traditionalism that defined The Judds to create a world where Top 5 dance/club hits were as possible as being inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Having practically grown up as America’s favorite musical daughter, Wynonna matured into a woman who embraced how life is filled with peaks and valleys, great thrills, and heavy disappointment. Those realities informed her 5-times platinum Wynonna and nearing 3-times platinum Tell Me Why, the albums that gave voice to every human being emerging into their own adulthood with joy in their heart.
ABBAMANIA: Back to the Disco Dimension
Where:
Jubilations Dinner Theatre (1002 37th St SW, Calgary, AB)
When:
June 07 - August 09, 2025
Cost:
$57+
Details:
Dinner theatre at Jubilations brings you an evening of laughter and entertainment. The all-Canadian, three-act musical comedy is paired with a delicious multi-course dinner served right at your table by interactive character servers. You’ll have your choice of beef, chicken, seafood or pork, and vegetarian selections, and the menu is carefully selected and themed to the show. Enjoy your meal and the lively servers, as the show plays out between courses.
Get ready to laugh, dance and sing along with ‘ABBAMANIA: Back To The Disco Dimension’ at Jubilations Dinner Theatre, a rollicking musical parody that turns iconic ABBA hits on their head. This show blends beloved ABBA classics with side-splitting humour and outrageous twists. It’s a high-energy celebration of ABBA’s timeless music with a hilariously absurd spin that guarantees a night of unforgettable fun!
Are you celebrating a special occasion or just a random Friday with friends or family? Maybe you just want to find something to do with your teenagers, without any complaining or eye rolling. (No guarantees on the eye rolling, but you’ll all have a great time, anyway!)
(Wednesdays to Sundays, June 7 – August 9, 2025)
Thursday, July 17, 2025
Summer Comedy Series at The Loft, with Todd Ness and Bryan Moxon (18+)
Where:
Calgary Farmers' Market West (25 Greenbriar Drive Northwest Calgary, AB)
When:
July 17, 2025
Cost:
$20
Details:
Cackling Crow Comedy presents Laughs at The Loft, a summer comedy series featuring Calgary's funniest touring stand-up comedians.
Stampede Reset - A YYC Girls Night Event
Where:
1235 11 Avenue Southwest Calgary, AB
When:
July 17, 2025
Cost:
$40
Details:
Welcome to Stampede Reset – A YYC Girls Night x Rise Empowerment Event! ✨🧘♀️
A post-Stampede wind-down to reset your energy, reconnect with yourself, and recharge with high-vibe women.
Join us on Wednesday, July 17 for an intentional evening of healing, connection, and inner glow-up energy. We’ll ease into the night with guided chakra meditation, move through reiki energy work, and create space for meaningful connection with other incredible women in the YYC community.
Paint Nite Brand Creative Events
Where:
The Cat N' Fiddle (540 16th Ave NW Calgary, AB )
When:
July 17, 2025
Cost:
$44
Details:
Join us for a night of artistic expression and fun as we gather at The Cat N' Fiddle in Calgary for a Paint Nite event with the talented artist, Sheri B! Sip on your favorite drink and let your creativity flow as Sheri guides you through the steps of creating a beautiful painting. Whether you're a seasoned painter or have never picked up a paintbrush before, this event is perfect for all skill levels. So gather your friends, unleash your inner artist, and create a masterpiece to take home with you. Don't miss out on this unique and exciting event at The Cat N' Fiddle with Sheri B!
Friday, July 18, 2025
YYC Ice Cream Fest 2025
Where:
Various participating cafés, restaurants, and creameries across Calgary
When:
July 18 - August 17, 2025
Cost:
$0+
Details:
Taste your way through Calgary's best ice cream creations at this annual festival supporting Calgary Meals on Wheels. Enjoy chilled treats from local cafés, vote for your favourites, and help crown the winners for Best Scoop, Best Non‑Dairy Scoop, and Golden Scoop in town. A portion of each purchase helps feed neighbours in need.
Fiestaval Latino Festival
Where:
Eau Claire Plaza (3 St. & Riverfront Ave. S.W., Calgary, AB)
When:
July 18 - 20, 2025
Cost:
FREE
Details:
Each July the weekend after the Calgary Stampede, Downtown Calgary becomes a big fiesta!!! Come and enjoy the 3 hottest days of the summer with over 25 authentic food vendors, hundreds of national and international performers, artisan market, kids area, beer gardens and lots of fun.
Let us share our beautiful culture with you and your family!
Fiestaval is a free and family-oriented, multicultural arts and entertainment festival highlighting the Latin American Culture — 3 days of fun in the sun, hundreds of performers, authentic Latin food vendors, the best Latin entertainment from western Canada, international Latin bands, international dance showcase, amazing kids area, beer gardens with our award winning Sangrias, and much more!
Bow Valley Boot Stomp
Where:
Cochrane & District AG Society (43080 Bow Valley Trail, Cochrane, AB)
When:
July 18 & 19, 2025
Cost:
$70+
Details:
Get ready to stomp your boots at Cochrane’s very own small-town country music festival that’s all about heart and local pride! Bow Valley Boot Stomp is dedicated to showcasing emerging country artists who are passionate about their craft and ready to shine on the festival stage. Over half our lineup comes from right here in Alberta, bringing authentic country sounds to Cochrane.
Enjoy live music, food trucks, beer gardens, family-friendly fun, and onsite camping for the full weekend experience.
Calgary Japanese Festival “Omatsuri”
Where:
Max Bell Centre (1001 Barlow Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 18 & 19, 2025
Cost:
$15+
Details:
“Omatsuri” is the Japanese term for a “traditional festival”. Visitors to the festival will be treated to authentic Japanese customs, presentations of traditional music, dance & song, martial arts demonstrations, and more!
Both days are Omatsuri which in Japanese means ‘Festival’. This year we are planning on adding a Friday Night Market in the tradition of a Japanese Obon Festival with dancing, vendor stalls, and much much more. Check back often as we will update the site as plans are finalized.
As in the past, the traditional Saturday Festival will be filled with Japanese performances, children’s games, arts and culture, lots of your favorite Japanese vendors, and cuisine. Don’t miss the fabulous Sake tasting as well as the beer garden!
Annual Bulls on the Beach
Where:
Chestermere Recreation Centre (201 West Chestermere Drive, Chestermere, AB)
When:
July 18, 2025
Cost:
$45
Details:
Join Rocky View Chestermere Agricultural Society for a memorable rodeo and cabaret experience, “Bow Mitsubishi Bulls on the Beach.”
Join 25 of Canada’s best bull riders for a night of wild action with cabaret and entertainment by Joel Ostrom & the Tin Star Band.
Rodeo & Cabaret – Available online only, tickets will not be sold at the gate.
Be sure to tag @WanderingInYYC / #WanderingInYYC in your stories and posts—we love following along with your adventures around the city and seeing how you make the most of July 14th - 18th.
Have a blast, and happy wandering!
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