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This local brewery has grown from a small enterprise to a slightly larger, and critically respected, enterprise. Begun in 1985 by a former lawyer, barley farmer and beer aficionado, the brewery now produces some of the best independently-crafted beer in North America. Batch-brewed ales are the specialty, and they've become incredibly popular throughout Canada and the States. Sporting whimsical names like Cold Cock Winter Porter, Grasshopper Wheat Ale, and Warthog Cream Ale, the beer has a sense of humor in its advertising while cultivating a seriousness in its approach to production. Visitors may tour the modern facility Monday through Wednesday and are provided samples of the product so that they may taste the quality for themselves.
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Calaway Park
245033 Range Road 33, Calgary, AB T3Z 2E9 · 403-240-3822
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If you've finally decided to give in to the kids' begging for something fun to do, here's where you'll most certainly come. This amusement park, located 10 minutes west of town, will please the young ones for hours, as they scramble to reach the abundance of rides and entertainment. Among the attractions are roller coasters, bumper cars, a log flume, mini-golf, haunted house, magic show and a fishing hole. Activities for younger kids as well as older ones are available, and you'll find a good supply of theme park food for consumption (at over 20 venues), including hamburgers and cotton candy. (Opening times are seasonal; please call for specific information.)
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A punctuation of exoticism and color in Calgary's downtown, this beautiful structure plays home to a museum, gallery, gift shop, gym, auditorium, restaurant and more. Its central hall rises 70 feet to a dome that's been painstakingly adorned with intricate designs and exuberant color, especially red, the Chinese color for luck. The dome, which was modeled after the Temple of Heaven in Beijing, is supported by four gold-leafed pillars that represent the seasons. Smaller columns correspond to the months of the year. The museum includes displays of porcelain, ceramics, textiles, furniture and replicas of tomb treasures. Terrific restaurants in the area serve delicious, authentic cuisine – make sure you stop in for a meal or a quick bite.
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Originally built for the 1988 Winter Olympics, this park remains an integral part of the city's recreational life. Nowadays, it serves as a training facility for athletes and is used by the city's residents throughout the year. Although the original ski jumps are off-limits to the public, you'll find ski and snowboarding slopes, winter bobsleigh rides, a park for mountain biking, summer luge rides and year-round zipline rides. You can also take a bus tour of the facility or visit the Olympic Hall of Fame and Museum. Several restaurants and a gift shop are also located on the premises. Athletic facilities have different hours depending on season.
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Sure, it's called a casino, but it's actually much more than that. Sisson's does offer an array of blackjack, poker and roulette games, but you'll also find video lottery terminals (VLTs) and slot machines if you want to play without the presence of dealers. In addition, there are TVs to watch (especially sports events), restaurants to dine at, and a bowling alley that sports over 35 lanes. Plus, the complex sponsors music concerts (Garth Brooks and Emmylou Harris have performed here) and conventions throughout the year.
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SpacePort
2000 Airport Rd NE, Calgary International Airport, Calgary, AB T2E 6W5 · 403-717-7678
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Space and aviation have always held a special allure for kids, who let their imaginations run wild with thoughts of the unknown. This center mediates the fantasy with an array of scientific exhibits about flight, technology and the future of air travel. Flight and motion simulators give kids a chance to man their own ships and fly about the cosmos. They can also experiment with air-pressurized rockets to learn about thrust, explore the radar screens that help air traffic controllers monitor planes, and build a space station of their own. Thanks to an agreement with NASA, the center also boasts a model of a space shuttle, along with rocks actually collected from moon walks.
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Stampede Casino
1801 Big Four Trail SE, Big Four Bldg, Stampede Park, Calgary, AB T2G 2W1 · 403-261-0422
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It somehow seems fitting that Calgary's largest casino should be located on the grounds of Stampede, home to the city's best-known annual event. In the expansive space, visitors will find an array of table games and slot machines to keep them occupied. If you decide to break away for refreshments, you'll find a restaurant, cafe and a lounge, although if you want to stick to your lucky position, they'll bring your favorite alcoholic beverage tableside.
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Stampede Park
1410 Olympic Way SE, Calgary, AB T2G 2W1 · 403-261-0214
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Although it's best known for hosting rodeo activities at Calgary's annual Stampede event, thoroughbred and harness racing takes place here much of the year, and facilities are available for trade shows and conventions throughout the year. Even if you don't make it for Stampede, you might want to walk around the grounds and take in the ambience. The casino operates year-round in Big Four Building, and the Grain Academy in Roundup Centre provides a glimpse into the workings of Calgary's agricultural industry. If you're here during Stampede, you'll come to know the place very well without too much added effort.
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If your kids are fascinated by science, or if you're looking to spark their interest in the natural world, this is a wonderful place to bring them. The center boasts a variety of exhibits and interactive displays to educate kids about dinosaurs, the human body, astronomy, gravity, building and construction, and the natural processes by which oil is created. Among the attractions you'll find are multi-media programs and laser shows. Terrific sound system and production values.
You want only quality attractions and activities to occupy your leisure hours. To that end, we've researched a diverse list of options, ruled out the wastes of time, and delivered only the 10Best. We provide detailed information about historical sites, theme parks, sporting events, and city sights that you won't want to miss. Peruse our lists, see what grabs your fancy, and then head out for some personal time!
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