6 Activities You Can Look Forward To This Fall

Moving to Calgary means learning its ins and outs. If you don’t already know the town, then remember only half of what you’ve heard about it is true. Same as any other city.

It is a prosperous, competitive place. The people are decent and direct. The seasons there are lovely and even though winter can be quite harsh, there is still plenty to do. This fall there are many fun things to do. Here are just a few suggestions:

The Calgarian Hockey Scene

Like all major Canadian cities, Calgary loves its hockey. The Scotiabank Saddledome has a swooping, saddle-shaped roof, and is perhaps the most recognizable sports arena in Canada. Seeing the Calgary Flames play there is thrilling but ticket costs might stretch some household budgets.

If this is the case, the Calgary Hitmen, a Western Hockey League franchise, also plays at the ‘dome. Admission costs only a fraction of their NHL counterparts. The same is true of the Calgary Wranglers, an American Hockey League team.

All three teams’ seasons start in October.

Big Hill Springs Provincial Park

Alberta is alive with natural beauty. Forty kilometers northwest of Calgary is Big Hill Springs Provincial Park. Its waterfalls and springs make it an obvious destination for hiking, camping, or observing wildlife.

You can learn more about the park here.

Granary Road

South of the city is Granary Road, a farmer’s market, garden center, and an active learning park. Some activities are seasonal while others are year-round. It’s a great place to bring kids who want to explore. Weather permitting, try the mini-golf.

Devonian Gardens

In the heart of downtown is this year-round treasure. Calgary’s only indoor park, Devonian Gardens is always balmy, loaded with beautiful plants and long trails. There are fountains and trees, and even streams with fish!

It’s located on the top floor of the CORE Shopping Centre. There are spots for kids to play. Couples can enjoy a romantic roam there. You can also disappear with a book.

Devonian Gardens is both cozy and exotic. If the cooler fall temperatures get you down, this is the perfect escape.

Calgary Farmyard

Located in Southeast Calgary, Calgary Farmyard is a family-friendly petting zoo with a corn maze, pumpkin patch, and pony rides for small children.

This is the perfect spot for kids.

17th Avenue Southwest

This is the entertainment district, away from downtown but not far. From 1st Street to 14th Street, the avenue is lined with cool restaurants, taverns and shops. It’s nicknamed ‘The Red Mile’ after the Flames’ 2004 playoff run, during which red-uniformed fans swarmed the area.

An ideal date night can be had here.

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