10 things to do in Calgary this weekend

There are plenty of local events and activities in Calgary this weekend.

Here are 10 things happening in the city:

Chinook Blast

• What: Chinook Blast is a celebration of community, culture and civic pride that includes arts, music, theater, sports and recreation.
• When: February 2-19.
• Where: Various locations in Calgary.
• Cost: Prices vary by event, but some are free.

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Calgary Boat and Outdoor Show

• What: The Calgary Boat and Outdoor Show is an opportunity for people to check out boats and merchandise for outdoor adventures.
• When: Friday, February 9 from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. February 10 from 10:00 to 19:00. Sunday, February 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Where: BMO Center, 20 Roundup Way SE
• Cost: $15 for adults, $12 for seniors, $12 for juniors (ages 13-17) and $45 for a family ticket (two adults and two juniors).

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YYC Hot Chocolate Festival

• What: Dozens of vendors sell specialty hot chocolate for charity at Calgary's annual YYC Hot Chocolate Festival. A portion of the sales will go to Calgary Meals on Wheels.
• When: February 1-29
• Where: Various locations in Calgary.
• Cost: Prices vary

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Wine and chocolate

• What: Market Wines is hosting a wine and chocolate tasting event.
• When: Saturday, February 10, 14:00-15:00 and 16:00-17:00.
• Where: Market Wines, 4109 University Ave., NW
• Cost: $25

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Celebrating the Lunar New Year

• What: Head to Fort Calgary to celebrate the Lunar New Year with crafts, ice skating and free hot chocolate.
• When: Saturday, February 10, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Where: Fort Calgary, 750 Nine Ave. SE
• Cost: $10 for general admission, $5 for youth (five-17), $7 for seniors, free for children (zero to four) and Indigenous.

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Chinese New Year Festival 2024

• What: Market, dragon and lion dances, art exhibitions and more at the Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre. including the 2024 Chinese New Year Festival.
• When: February 10 and 11 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Where: Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre, 197 First Street, SW
• Cost: Free

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Meteor Enemy by Steve Martin

• What: The Calgary Theater presents a stream of Steve Martin's Meteor Enemy, described as an “absurd, fast-paced comedy.”
• When: Until February 11.
• Where: BMO Center, 20 Roundup Way SE
• Cost: Prices vary

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A heist at the Vertigo Theater

• What: Heist is Vertigo Theater's fast-paced diamond heist play featuring guns, lasers and treachery.
• When: Until February 25
• Where: Vertigo Theatre, 115 Nine Ave. SE
• Cost: Prices vary

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Hitman vs. Tigers

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Hitman vs Warriors

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