If you’re looking to get sandy this summer, Calgary offers a great beach volleyball scene. Check out the courts in the heart of downtown, family-friendly leagues, or easy drop-ins at community parks. Grab your crew, bring a volleyball, sunscreen, water, and enjoy the summer vibes on the sand! Here’s a list of the most popular spots:
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Grand Railway Hotel Welcomes Travellers For Over A Century |Palliser
Arguably the most prominent heritage landmark in Calgary! The Palliser Hotel has represented the pinnacle of hospitality for over a century. It has hosted the highest echelons of society, from world leaders to celebrities.
Urban Hike for Halloween | Reader Rock Garden
Reader Rock Garden is an internationally praised garden and a national historic site. This hidden gem a must see for bikers riding the pathway around Stampede Park. Its connection to Union Cemetery makes it a great place to explore with your feet or imagination for Halloween.
The Value of Saving Old Houses | Nimmons’ Residence
In an era of rapid urban development, saving old houses is about more than just preserving physical structures. It is about safeguarding our collective heritage, celebrating architectural diversity, and fostering sustainable practices. There is intrinsic value in saving these historical structures that go beyond sentimentality. Environmental Considerations Preserving old houses is an environmentally responsible choice….
Best Outdoor Basketball Courts in Calgary
These are the best outdoor basketball courts in the city, celebrating an active lifestyle for all ages in an inner-city environment that is free and open to the public.
Reimagining Glenbow
Glenbow closed to the public in 2021 to undergo a massive transformation. The museum opened in this concrete box, lacking windows and style, in 1976. It will re-emerge after the renovation as the JR Shaw Centre for Arts & Culture. When it does, it will welcome visitors with a new look and experience.
Exploring Arts Commons
This guide examines the history of Arts Commons and explores this destination on Stephen Avenue. Significant for its role in the development of the arts and culture in the city. Its imminent transformation will impact more than the city block it occupies.
Trans Canada Trail – RiverWalk | Centre Street Bridge
Centre Street Bridge is an iconic Calgary landmark and a historically vital transportation artery to the heart of the city. This destination on The City’s 900 km network of pathways includes the RiverWalk and the 29,000 km Trans Canada Trail. This system connects communities, people, and nature, making it a great place to explore on foot or by bike.
Exploring An 802-Step Art Gallery | Calgary Tower
The 802 Challenge is back again every Tuesday in March 2025. Whether you’re looking for a unique activity or taking your fitness goals to another level. There is more to see than just the view from the observation deck. Explore the murals painted by young amateur artists on the landings of the stairways of the Calgary Tower.
Evolution of Stampede Park | Saddledome
The plan to create a Culture and Entertainment District anchored by the new $1.22 billion Scotia Place will transform Victoria Park. The former Olympic Saddledome appears destined for extinction in this evolving landscape. Explore this iconic landmark destination on a 900 km pathway system as you bike Calgary.
The Urban Explorer 