Top Events Happening in Calgary This WEEK- July 07 - 11, 2025
- Jul 7, 2025
- 12 min read
Hey Wanderers!
Calgary is absolutely buzzing this week! The city is packed with non-stop action, big-name entertainment, and unforgettable moments for all ages!
Kick things off at the iconic Calgary Stampede, where the rodeo, midway, concerts, and fireworks light up the city day and night. Families can swing into Take a Kid to the Course Week for some quality time and fresh air on the greens. Food lovers won’t want to miss Guy Fieri’s 6th Annual Cook-Off, serving up fierce competition and even bolder flavours. Over at Calaway Park, little heroes and comic fans will find adventure at Comic Fest for Kids — a fun-filled time of costumes, characters, and excitement! And if live music is your vibe, you’re in luck. With countless concerts across the city, top artists are hitting stages big and small all week long.
There’s truly something for everyone, everywhere you turn. So round up your crew, check your calendar, and get ready to soak up every second of this action-packed Calgary week!
Monday, July 07, 2025
Take a Kid to the Golf Course Week
Where:
Participating courses
When:
July 07 - 13, 2025
Cost:
FREE
Details:
Get your kid golfing … for FREE!
During this week, participating golf courses will offer free golf to kids under the age of 16, when accompanied by a paying adult. In addition to free golf, some courses will offer additional programs such as junior clinics, free range balls, free junior club rentals and parent/child tournaments.
It is recommended to call the facility before you go, to check any restrictions. Be sure to let them know you are participating in the Take A Kid To The Course program!
Fluor Rope Square Pancake Breakfast
Where:
228 8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB
When:
July 07 - 12, 2025
Cost:
FREE
Details:
Get your bacon-pancakes hot off the griddles from the back of the authentic Chuckwagons stoves and Fluor Smokies at Fluor Rope Square. You might even get to meet one of the Chuckwagon drivers! Fluor Rope Square serves up our famous bacon-pancakes daily.
8:30am - 10:30am
Calgary Stampede 2025
Where:
Stampede Park (1410 Stampede Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 04 - 13, 2025
Cost:
$25+
Details:
The Calgary Stampede is back for 2025! From rodeo to midway rides, unique food to western art, and Indigenous culture to agriculture, there’s something for everyone at The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth.
Diplo Presents Thomas Wesley
Where:
Coca-Cola Stage, Stampede Park (1410 Stampede Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 07, 2025
Cost:
$25+ (included in park admission)
Details:
Get ready for an unforgettable night of high-energy beats, epic vibes, and the best of country meets electronic with one of the biggest names in music.
Koe Wetzel (18+)
Where:
Nashville North, Stampede Park (1410 Stampede Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 07, 2025
Cost:
$25+ (included in park admission)
Details:
Get ready for gritty vocals, Southern swagger, and a wild night of real country energy. If you like your music loud, raw, and rowdy.
TLC (18+)
Where:
The Big Four Roadhouse, Stampede Park (1801 Big Four Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 07, 2025
Cost:
$25+ (included in park admission)
Details:
Get ready to sing your heart out to the iconic hits that defined a generation — “No Scrubs,” “Waterfalls,” “Creep,” and more!
Kygo with Special Guest The All-American Rejects
Where:
Cowboys Park (1220 9 Ave SW Calgary, AB)
When:
July 07, 2025
Cost:
$130+
Details:
Get ready for a night of electrifying EDM beats and unforgettable rock anthems all in one epic show. From Kygo’s tropical vibes to The All-American Rejects’ classic hits, this is a festival experience you can’t miss!
Tuesday, July 08, 2025
Cavalry FC TELUS Canadian Championship Quarterfinal
Where:
Spruce Meadows (18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 08, 2025
Cost:
$20+
Details:
Cavalry FC is charging into the TELUS Canadian Championship Quarterfinal, and this is your chance to be part of the action, the energy, and the unforgettable atmosphere that only a home crowd at ATCO Field can deliver.
TC Energy Community Day
Where:
Calgary Stampede (1410 Olympic Way Southeast, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 08, 2025
Cost:
FREE
Details:
Free admission to the grounds for everyone from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
FREE admission all day long and free coffee and donuts for Seniors (65+) and Military Veterans in the BMO Plaza until 11 a.m., while quantities last.
Taylor Swift Tribute Concert
Where:
Ranchman's Calgary (9615 McLeod Trail S, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 08, 2025
Cost:
$11+
Details:
Get ready for a family-friendly afternoon of Tay Tay magic at the Ranchmans All Ages Taylor Swift Tribute! Starring Calgary’s own incredible Seraphina Ellen, this high-energy show brings all the hits and sparkle you can handle.
🎨 Facepainting
🐂 Mechanical Bull Rides
👢 Free Line Dance Lesson
🎀 Best Dressed Contest with Prizing
Dress up, sing loud, and dance your heart out in the Ranchmans Stampede Tent!
Minors permitted until 4pm.
Don Toliver
Where:
Coca-Cola Stage, Stampede Park (1410 Stampede Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 08, 2025
Cost:
$25+ (included in park admission)
Details:
With his signature smooth flow and hits like “After Party” and “No Idea,” Don Toliver is bringing the perfect vibe to Stampede nights.
Cole Swindell (18+)
Where:
Nashville North, Stampede Park (1410 Stampede Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 08, 2025
Cost:
$25+ (included in park admission)
Details:
Cole Swindell is taking over Nashville North at the Calgary Stampede!
From chart-topping hits like “You Should Be Here” and “Chillin’ It” to his signature country swagger, this is a night you won't forget.
De La Soul (18+)
Where:
The Big Four Roadhouse, Stampede Park (1801 Big Four Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 08, 2025
Cost:
$25+ (included in park admission)
Details:
Legendary beats, timeless rhymes, and feel-good vibes — get ready to celebrate hip-hop history with one of the most iconic groups of all time.
Fall Out Boy
Where:
Cowboys Park (1220 9 Ave SW Calgary, AB)
When:
July 08, 2025
Cost:
$160+
Details:
Get ready to scream every word to iconic hits like “Sugar, We’re Goin Down” and “Dance, Dance” — this is the ultimate pop-punk party you don’t want to miss!
Wednesday, July 09, 2025
Roundup MusicFest
Where:
Prince's Island Park (698 Eau Claire Ave SW, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 09, 2025
Cost:
$99+
Details:
The Roundup Music Festival offers world-class entertainment to Calgarians by bringing internationally acclaimed artists to the stage in a first-class outdoor music festival format.
Lineup:
Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo
Tom Cochrane
J.D. Fortune
JJ Wilde
18+
Heritage Park Music in the Plaza
Where:
The Plaza at Heritage Park (1900 Heritage Dr SW, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 09, 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.
Calgary Surge vs. Montreal Alliance
Where:
Scotiabank Saddledome (555 Saddledome Rise Southeast, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 09, 2025
Cost:
$45+
Details:
Catch the city’s newest basketball obsession — the Calgary Surge are lighting up the court with fast-paced action, electric dunks, and a crowd that brings the heat! Whether you're courtside or in the stands, every game is an experience. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the movement.
BMO Kids’ Day
Where:
Calgary Stampede (1410 Olympic Way Southeast, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 09, 2025
Cost:
FREE
Details:
Join us with your little ones for BMO Kids’ Day at the Calgary Stampede with FREE breakfast in the GMC Stadium Courtyard from 8-10 a.m. while quantities last, and a FREE variety show from 8-10 a.m.
Stampede Line Dance Bust Out 2.0
Where:
Ranchman's Calgary (9615 McLeod Trail S, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 09, 2025
Cost:
$11+
Details:
Get ready to kick up your boots! The Stampede Line Dance Bust Out is back and bigger than ever. Ranchmans and Calgary Dance Stampede are teaming up once again to bring you the ultimate line dance showdown during Calgary Stampede!
FEATURING WORKSHOPS WITH TOP INSTRUCTORS & CHOREOGRAPHERS:
• Tara Bianco – Texas (International Line Dance Choreographer)
• Sean Buckley – Calgary
• Zachary Frisen – Calgary
• Dianne Seguin – Calgary
Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just boot-scootin’ for the fun of it, this is your night to shine!
18+ with valid ID
16th Annual Pink Pancake Stampede Breakfast
Where:
Southcentre Mall (100 Anderson Road SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 09, 2025
Cost:
FREE
Details:
The Pink Pancake Breakfast is back! Visit Southcentre Mall on Wednesday, July 9 from 9 AM to 11 AM for our 16th annual Pink Pancake Stampede Breakfast on behalf of the Canadian Cancer Society in support of the CIBC Run for the Cure. Enjoy free breakfast, entertainment, and Stampede-inspired activities for the entire family. Wear pink and bring your Stampede spirit! No registration needed.
Khalid
Where:
Coca-Cola Stage, Stampede Park (1410 Stampede Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 09, 2025
Cost:
$25+ (included in park admission)
Details:
Khalid is bringing his soulful vibes to the Coca-Cola Stage at the Calgary Stampede!
Get ready for mesmerizing vocals, unforgettable hits like “Location” and “Talk,” and a night full of pure R&B magic.
Chase Rice (18+)
Where:
Nashville North, Stampede Park (1410 Stampede Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 09, 2025
Cost:
$25+ (included in park admission)
Details:
With heart-pounding country hits and high-energy anthems like “Buy Me a Boat” and “Gonna Wanna Tonight,” this is the ultimate party for country fans.
Lil Jon (18+)
Where:
The Big Four Roadhouse, Stampede Park (1801 Big Four Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 09, 2025
Cost:
$25+ (included in park admission)
Details:
Get ready to TURN UP — Lil Jon is hitting the Big Four Roadhouse at the Calgary Stampede!
Crunk classics, nonstop energy, and party anthems like “Yeah!” and “Turn Down for What” — this is gonna be one wild night.
T-PAIN with Jessie Murph
Where:
Cowboys Park (1220 9 Ave SW Calgary, AB)
When:
July 09, 2025
Cost:
$80+
Details:
Get ready for iconic autotune vibes, chart-topping hits, and fresh sounds that’ll have you dancing all night long. From T-Pain’s classics to Jessie Murph’s rising star energy — this show’s got it all!
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 10, 2025
Take The Stage
Where:
Ranchman's Calgary (9615 McLeod Trail S, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 10, 2025
Cost:
$10+
Details:
Featuring 11 up & coming Alberta artists backed by the ranchman’s outriders | tent show 9pm – 12am.
Bleachers
Where:
Coca-Cola Stage, Stampede Park (1410 Stampede Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 10, 2025
Cost:
$25+ (included in park admission)
Details:
Get ready for infectious indie-pop anthems, electrifying energy, and a night full of unforgettable sing-alongs.
The Reklaws (18+)
Where:
Nashville North, Stampede Park (1410 Stampede Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 10, 2025
Cost:
$25+ (included in park admission)
Details:
Get ready for catchy hooks, high-energy country beats, and those unforgettable sing-alongs that’ll have you dancing all night long!
Boys Like Girls (18+)
Where:
The Big Four Roadhouse, Stampede Park (1801 Big Four Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 10, 2025
Cost:
$25+ (included in park admission)
Details:
Get ready to scream every word to “The Great Escape,” “Love Drunk,” and all the anthems that defined your teenage soundtrack.
Guy Fieri 6th Annual Cook-Off
Where:
Cowboys Park (1220 9 Ave SW Calgary, AB)
When:
July 10, 2025
Cost:
$40+
Details:
Get ready for flavour at Guy Fieri’s 6th Annual Cook-Off! 🍔
Join the party where top chefs battle it out with bold eats, fiery flavours, and unforgettable dishes. It’s the ultimate foodie showdown you don’t want to miss!
Bring your appetite and your love for all things delicious — this cook-off is pure fun and fire!
Jordan Davis & Maren Morris
Where:
Cowboys Park (1220 9 Ave SW Calgary, AB)
When:
July 10, 2025
Cost:
$60+
Details:
Get ready for heartfelt lyrics, unforgettable melodies, and powerful performances from two of country’s brightest stars. This is the perfect night for fans who love real stories and big voices!
Friday, July 11, 2025
Calaway Park Comic Fest for Kids
Where:
Calaway Park (245033 Range Road 33, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 11 - 13, 2025
Cost:
$53+
Details:
Calaway Comic Fest for Kids is included with your admission to Calaway Park. You’ll enjoy unlimited rides, live entertainment, access to the Cinemagic 3D, Haunted Hotel, CP Spray n’ Play, and parking. It’s all the fun of Calaway Park, plus Comic Fest for Kids! Dress up in a family-friendly costume, meet your favourite characters, and join in some fun surprises in the Calaway Comic Fest for Kids zone.
Oxford Stomp
Where:
Prince's Island Park (Eau Claire, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 11, 2025
Cost:
$99+
Details:
Oxford STOMP is Calgary’s longest running corporate event, and one of Calgary’s most anticipated outdoor musical festivals!
Lineup:
Sheryl Crow
The Sheepdogs
Dear Rouge
Hotel Mira
Inglewood Night Market 2025
Where:
10 Ave & 10 Street SE, Calgary, AB
When:
July 11, 2025
Cost:
FREE
Details:
The Inglewood Night Market is a modern market with locally sourced and handmade vendors selling diverse goods; from handmade crafts to vintage clothing, antiques & collectibles, artisan eats & more! THE MARKET IS OUTDOORS.
140 curated local artisans, makers and small businesses
Live Music
Beer Garden
The Confluence After Hours
Where:
The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland (750 9 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 11, 2025
Cost:
$0 - $15
Details:
Experience The Confluence in a new light – the evening light, that is! For a limited number of evenings this summer, we’re extending the cultural centre opening hours beyond happy hour, giving you the rare chance to enjoy the site and exhibits after hours.
Take advantage of the extended hours to explore our brand-new exhibit Kípaitápiiyssinnooni (Our Way of Life) or embark on a special guided walking tour during golden hour. These nights are the perfect opportunity to learn a new side of Calgary’s history while enjoying the warm summer evenings!
Stampede Stand-Up (18+)
Where:
Stage of Wonders, Stampede Park (1410 Stampede Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 11, 2025
Cost:
$25+ (included in park admission)
Details:
For one night only, the Stage of Wonders becomes a licensed 18+ Comedy Club! Enjoy an All-Canadian Stand-Up Show at the Calgary Stampede.
Catch a stagecoach of Canada's funniest comedians on The Stage of Wonders mining laughs from every corner of life! Marriage, dating, people, politics, and everything in between, nothing is safe from their keen comedy minds!
Doors Open - 8 p.m.
Show - 8:45 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Venue Close – 11 p.m.
Lake Street Dive
Where:
Coca-Cola Stage, Stampede Park (1410 Stampede Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 11, 2025
Cost:
$25+ (included in park admission)
Details:
Get ready for powerhouse vocals, infectious melodies, and a live show packed with energy and heart. This is the perfect blend of soul, pop, and jazz you don’t want to miss!
Max McNown (18+)
Where:
Nashville North, Stampede Park (1410 Stampede Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 11, 2025
Cost:
$25+ (included in park admission)
Details:
With heartfelt lyrics, soaring vocals, and that true country spirit, Max is bringing an unforgettable live experience you don’t want to miss.
Yung Gravy (18+)
Where:
The Big Four Roadhouse, Stampede Park (1801 Big Four Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
July 11, 2025
Cost:
$25+ (included in park admission)
Details:
Get ready for smooth flows, hilarious vibes, and party anthems that’ll have you laughing and dancing all night long.
AKON & Taio Cruz
Where:
Cowboys Park (1220 9 Ave SW Calgary, AB)
When:
July 11, 2025
Cost:
$160+
Details:
From Akon’s unforgettable hits like “Smack That” to Taio Cruz’s dance anthems like “Dynamite,” this is the ultimate throwback and dance party all in one epic night!
Don’t miss your chance to experience these legends LIVE and keep the festival vibes going all night long!
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 7th - 11th.
Have a blast, and happy wandering!
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