10 things to do in Calgary this weekend (Aug. 21 - 23)

Dandy Brewing presents DandyFest, a single-day celebration of beer, music and art featuring two stages, more than 10 bands and more than 10 breweries. (Facebook/Dandy Brewing)

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

DandyFest 2026

• What: Dandy Brewing presents DandyFest, a single-day celebration of beer, music and art featuring two stages, more than 10 bands and more than 10 breweries.
• When: 12 p.m. – 10 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 22
• Where: The Dandy Brewing Company, 2003 11 St. S.E.

Brewery & the Beast

• What: Celebrate meat-focused dishes and beer at Calgary’s Brewery and the Beast culinary event.
• When: 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, May 23.
• Where: The Confluence, 750 Ninth Ave. S.E.

Rogers Charity Classic

• What: Watch some of the greatest names in golf compete at the Rogers Charity Classic.
• When: Until Sunday, Aug. 23.
• Where: Canyon Meadows Golf and Country Club, 12501 14 St. S.W.

August Classic II

• What: Head to Spruce Meadows to watch competitors compete in the August Classic II show jumping competition. Admission and parking are complementary.
• When: Thursday, Aug. 20 to Sunday, Aug. 23.
• Where: Spruce Meadows, 18011 Spruce Meadows Way S.W.

WWE Summer Tour

• What: The WWE Summer Tour hits the Saddledome, featuring CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Hunther, Finn Balor, Carmelo Hayes, Trick Williams, Baron Corbin and more.
• When: 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 23.
• Where: Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise S.E.

Cavalry vs. Atlético

• What: Calgary’s Cavalry FC take on the Atlético Ottawa in Canadian Premier League action.
• When: 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 22.
• Where: ATCO Field at Spruce Meadows, 18011 Spruce Meadows Way S.W.

Soul Asylum

• What: American rock band Soul Asylum, perhaps best known for their hit ‘Runaway Train,’ performs at The Arrowhead.
• When: 6 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 23.
• Where: The Arrowhead, 4630 Macleod Tr. South.

Where Dark Things Dwell

• What: An outdoor escape room has taken over the historical village at Heritage Park. Where Dark Things Dwell is an immersive escape experience from Secret City Adventures, pulling guests deep into a chilling story filled with live actors, mind-bending puzzles and secrets waiting to be uncovered.
• When: Select evenings until Oct. 31.
• Where: Heritage Park, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W.

Rock Around the Clock with Elvis and Friends

• What: Jubilations Dinner Theatre presents Rock Around the Clock with Elvis and Friends, a throwback to 1950s rock and roll.
• When: Aug. 15 – Oct. 17.
• Where: Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 1002 37 St. S.W.

Beehive: The 60s Musical

• What: Stage West Calgary presents Beehive: The 60s Musical, which pays homage to the unforgettable female powerhouses of the 1960s.
• When: Until Aug. 30.
• Where: Stage West, 727 42 Ave. S.E.