Second semester is starting up again but that doesn’t mean the fun of exam break (the actual break part not the exams) has to end! Now is a great time to get to know some new people or hang with some old friends at some awesome events happening around Calgary! This weekend especially is not the weekend to stay in!
1) Form(al) Economics by Grier Edmundson
For the art lovers, history buffs or those who love a thoughtful piece, Grier Edmundson’s ‘Form(al) Economics’ combines a combination of Monopoly money, priceless antiques and several personal objects in several abstract art pieces to highlight and question how we define value.
When: January 31 from 12:00-6:00PM
Where: The New Gallery (208 Centre St. S.E.)
Cost: FREE – all are welcome
2) Dreaming Now
Vertigo theater presents “Dreaming Now”, plunging audience members into the world of a boy in the age of our digital overload – his dreams fragmented and pixelated still connecting him to others. How would our world be different if we were all constantly connected even in sleep?
NOTE TICKETS ARE LIMITED
When: January 31 @ 12:30 and 3:00PM, February 1 @ 12:30 and 3:00PM
Where: Vertigo Theater – The Studio (115 – 9 Avenue SE)
Cost: 15$
Ever wanted to try climbing a wall of ice? Whether you’re an experienced mountaineer or just tentatively thought of putting that aside for a future bucket list, the time is now! Head up to Banff National Park for this fun icy festival where you will be pushed to the limits as you scale the icy wall!
When: Held from January 30 through to February 1st (8:00AM-9:00PM)
Where: Banff Avenue Square, Banff National Park
Cost: FREE
4) YYC Hot Chocolate Festival
Who doesn’t love a good cup of hot chocolate? In these cold months of pre-spring it’s always nice to get outside (within reason of course!)! So grab a friend or two (or three) and come out to the official kick off on January 31 and enjoy some free hot chocolate samples. Make sure to vote on your favorite!
This festival goes towards helping Meals On Wheels.
When: January 31 @ 11:00AM
Where: Calgary Farmer’s Market – Food Court
Cost: Depends upon order.
5) Ice Festival
Bring the whole family up to see some amazing ice art and enjoy some fun outdoor winter activities! This festival is wrapping up but next week so make sure you get in on the fresh, locally grown, produce.
When: January 30- February 1 (10AM-5PM)
Where: Symons Valley Ranch (14555 Symons Valley Rd N.W.)
Cost: FREE