Festivals, Valentine’s Day events, art exhibitions, and much more! Check out these Calgary events happening in February to plan your outings.
Everest by Calgary Opera
February 1 – February 9
Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14 Ave. N.W.
Calgary Opera presents Everest, a contemporary work of opera on its tragic subject matter, with a mixture of grandiosity and tenderness. Based on the real-life Mount Everest disaster in 1996, this Canadian premiere was composed by Joby Talbot (Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy) and features an original libretto by Gene Scheer (Moby Dick).
Dinner and Show
Enjoy dinner at Oxbow in Kensington before your show at the Jubilee. Their new Showtime menu includes two-courses and a glass of wine for $30.
Located just one C-train stop away, or a 5 minute drive from the Jubilee Oxbow is the perfect place to grab a bite before the show.
Glenbow Exhibit: Christian Dior
February 3 – June 2, 2019
Glenbow Museum, 130 9 Ave SE
Organized by the Royal Ontario Museum | Curated by Dr. Alexandra Palmer | Fashion Partner: Holt Renfrew
Learn more about influential fashion designer, Christian Doir at the new international fashion exhibition at the Glenbow. Exhibit curator Dr. Alexandra Palmer explores “how he made ‘women feel like women’ again after the Second World War, and why millions of women around the world were influenced by his designs”.
While you are there, check out the new exhibit featuring Calgary artist, Chris Cran, who will be debuting one new work at Glenbow, running February 9 – May 26th. Continue your art tour with a cocktail Raw Bar in Hotel Arts, where you can find 3 works by Chris Cran from his Chorus series.
Hockey Night: Free Parking at Hotel Arts
Hockey Night is back! Join us at Yellow Door Bistro or Raw Bar for pre-game specials and complimentary self-parking for Calgary Flames home games.
Thursday, Feb. 7: Flames vs. San Jose Sharks – 7:00pm
Monday, Feb. 18: Flames vs. Arizona Coyotes – 2:00pm
Wednesday, Feb. 20: Flames vs. New York Islanders – 7:30pm
Friday, Feb. 22: Flames vs. Anaheim Ducks – 7:30pm
Enjoy two courses for $20 per person plus $4.99 feature draught beer and feature red or white wine. Then be out the door just in time to catch the game. Available every night the NHL Calgary Flames play on home ice.
Located only a few blocks from the action at the Scotiabank Saddledome, Yellow Door Bistro and Raw Bar offer free parking at Hotel Arts for patrons attending the game. Please present a copy of your dining receipt to the Front Desk team at the end of the game to have your parking validated. Parking is subject to availability.
Go Flames Go!
Glow: Downtown Winter Light Festival
February 14-18, 2019
Explore outdoor art installations and events at glow festival in downtown Calgary. The winter light festival features more than a dozen exhibits and events focused around creating magical light-filled experiences. Expect illuminated, interactive art installations, a tech fashion show by MakeFashion and a night of art and music put on by BassBus in Olympic Plaza.
Valentine’s Day Dinner
February 14-16, 2019
Looking for Valentine’s Day dinner plans in Calgary? These three restaurants are featuring artful menus made with love, and the freshest local ingredients. Enjoy these culinary delights with wine (or cocktail!) pairings.
Yellow Door Bistro
119 12 Ave SW
Enjoy four course menu at Yellow Door Bistro this Valentine’s Day. First Course: Smoked Scallop & Foie Gras Terrine | Second Course: Beet Velouté | Entrée: Sable Fish or Prime Alberta Beef Loin | Dessert: Strawberry & White Chocolate Mousse. $65 per person. Optional wine parings $30 per person.
Raw Bar
119 12 Ave SW – in Hotel Arts
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a three course dinner and cocktail parings at Raw Bar. First Course: Crab & Avocado Salad or Tea Smoked Duck Breast Carpaccio | Second Course: Pan Seared Salmon or Coconut Curry Braised Short Rib | Dessert: Lemon & Passion Fruit Tart. $50 per person, plus optional cocktails pairings.
Oxbow
1126 Memorial Dr. NW – in Hotel Arts Kensington
Join Oxbow for an exceptional four-course menu to celebrate Valentines Day. First Course: Cauliflower Velouté | Second Course: Mushroom Risotto | Entrée: Beef Tenderloin & Rib Cap or Salmon Oscar | Dessert: Early Grey Chocolate Cake. $65 per person. Optional wine parings $30 per person.
Winefest Calgary
February 22-23
Stampede Park, BMO Centre Hall E
Winefest is an all-inclusive sampling event with wines from the worlds most celebrated regions and delicious hors d’oeuvres. Held on Stampede Park, Winefest is a quick 10 minute walk from Hotel arts.
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