Vote for the Best Restaurants in Calgary
The voting round for Avenue’s Best Restaurants Readers’ Choice Ballot runs from August 17 to September 4, 2026....
The Latest
CouchHaus Brings its Modular Sofas to a New Calgary Showroom
The Vancouver-based furniture brand offers customizable sofas, sectionals and more in its new Beltline storefront....
30 Years of Beer
Wild Rose Brewery celebrates three decades of brews with a special celebration in September....
Win the Ultimate Wild Rose Brewery 30th Anniversary Swag Bag
Celebrate Wild Rose’s 30th anniversary with limited-edition merch and a taproom gift card....
11 New Stores That Have Opened in Calgary This Year (So Far)
Shop for modular sofas, arts and crafts supplies, beauty products and more at these new shops....
What’s New and Notable in Calgary’s Food Scene
A French-inspired restaurant is coming to Bridgeland and Analog Coffee is opening its 11th Calgary location....
5 Questions with Community Builder and Filmmaker Kelli Morning Bull
Kelli Morning Bull promotes Indigenous stories, languages and cultures to deepen understanding....
Alberta on the Plate Highlights Local Food and Drinks Across the Province
Participating Calgary restaurants are offering multi-course, fixed-price menus during this year’s festival from August 7 to 16....
Win Four Tickets to Explore Asian Highlands at the Zoo
Asian Highlands, the first phase of the Imagine Asia zone transformation, is now open at the Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo....
Avenue Asks
Your opinion helps shape the stories we tell. Take this month’s quick poll and see how your answers compare with other Calgarians....
3 Tucked-Away Mountain Accommodations Worth Seeking Out
Where to find a good night’s rest off the beaten path....
Celebrate Calgary’s Design Scene During the Second Annual Design Week
From August 6 to 8, explore Calgary’s architecture and design with exhibits, tours, interactive experiences and installations....
18 Best Things to Do in Calgary This August
Go to Calgary's first Picklefest, celebrate love during Pride Week, check out the fireworks at GlobalFest and more....
9 Things to Do in Calgary During the August Long Weekend
Cool down at a new gelato and waffle shop, watch medieval jousting, go to Taste of Calgary and more....
All About A-List
Avenue’s exclusive membership program opens the door to the city’s best experiences. ...
Calgary Is a Soccer City
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup buzz dies down, Calgarians can still get their soccer thrills thanks to Cavalry Football Club....
5 Things We’re Excited to Eat and Drink This August
Cool down with a crunchy soft serve, snack on freshly made manakeesh, try a flight of tea sorbets and more....
What to Do in the Mountains in August
Listen to music with friends at the Canmore Folk Festival, dine at a new steak house and more....
Where to Go for Afternoon Tea in Calgary
These Calgary restaurants offer a range of tea services complete with drinks, sandwiches, pastries and more....
Calgary’s River Hall Returns for an Extended Summer Run
The summer activation and event series is back with food vendors, live entertainment and fun events for two and a half months....
The Keg Comes Home: A Calgary Favourite, Exclusively On DoorDash
A beloved Canadian steakhouse is finding a new home on DoorDash....
Raise a Glass to Alberta’s Best Food and Drinks
The Calgary Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival returns to Calgary September 18 and 19 with an exciting new home at Spruce Meadows....
Into City Building and Architecture? Check Out These Upcoming Calgary Events
Learn about historic Stephen Avenue buildings on a guided tour, check out 75+ events during Historic Calgary Week and more....
How an Antiquated Barn Loft was Transformed Into a Bright and Airy Living Space
The James family worked with local designer Lori Sellmer to transform the upstairs loft of an old wooden barn on their property just outside of Calgary....
A Look at the Amenity Gap in Some of Calgary’s New Neighbourhoods
In the expanding suburbs, residents often wait years for their communities to feel livable. Some developers are trying to change that....
YYC Ice Cream Fest is Back with New Sweet Treats
From July 17 to August 16, participating ice cream shops, cafés and restaurants are offering special ice cream creations, with part of the proceeds going to Calgary Meals on Wheels....