Beltline is a trendy neighborhood that can please many a visitor to Calgary. Whether you’re a free-spirited gambler, an aspiring dancer, or a puzzle lover, Beltline could be just what you need to see when you’re in our city.
In this list of things to do in the area, we added fascinating discoveries to make your journey filled with even more culture, taste, and adventure!
Table of Contents
- 1. Go skiing at Sunshine Village – Snow Central
- 2. Practice your edge jumps at Barb Scott Park
- 3. Join a dance class at Decidedly Jazz Danceworks
- 4. Enjoy outdoor sports at Haultain Park
- 5. Test your puzzle solving skills at Exit Calgary
- 6. Test your luck at Cowboys Casino
- 7. See the exciting events at Scotiabank Saddledome
- 8. Laugh to your heart’s content at Yuk Yuk’s Calgary
- 9. Take a stroll at the historic Central Memorial Park
- 10. Appreciate the city views at High Park
- 11. Take photos of the popular Rundle Ruins
- 12. See the Lougheed House National & Provincial Historical Site
- 13. Be moved by extraordinary voices at Calgary Opera
1. Go skiing at Sunshine Village – Snow Central
Website: https://www.skibanff.com/
Address: 1037 11 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0G1, Canada
Contact details: +1 403-705-4000
Operating hours:
- Monday to Friday – 8:30 AM to 5 PM
- Saturday & Sunday – closed
Price:
- Adult season pass – $1,399
- Youth season pass – $469
- Senior season pass – $1,040
- Children season pass – $415
Alberta is one of the extremely popular regions in Canada for skiing. Fortunately, if you find yourself in the Beltline neighborhood, the best place to ski is just around the corner.
At the Sunshine Village, one can enjoy a thrilling gliding session on skis or enjoy the snowy views while riding the gondola or the chairlift.
Pro tip:
You can also stay at the Sunshine’s Village lodge where they offer cozy rooms with great views of the surrounding area. Check out their website to know more and to book a stay.
2. Practice your edge jumps at Barb Scott Park
Website: https://www.calgary.ca/parks/barb-scott-park.html
Address: 1211 9 St SW, Calgary, AB T2R 1P9, Canada
Contact details: +1 403-828-2954
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday – 5 AM to 11 PM
Price: Free
Barb Scott Park is a lovely place to take a breather in the Beltline neighborhood. There’s a skating rink in the park which anyone can enjoy for free.
Here, you can practice doing the salchow, the lutz, and the single axel, or, of course, hold on to your dear life while you try to balance on the slippery ice like the rest of us ice skating noobs.
Pro tip:
Barb Scott Park is also well-known among locals for its interesting art installation called the Chinook Arc. It’s even more fascinating at night because it lights up and gives the surrounding area a peculiar glow.
3. Join a dance class at Decidedly Jazz Danceworks
Website: https://www.decidedlyjazz.com
Address: 111 12 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0Z9, Canada
Contact details: +1 403-245-3533
Operating hours:
- Monday to Friday – 9 AM to 9 PM
- Saturday & Sunday – closed
Learn how to move your body gracefully at Decidedly Jazz Danceworks. They have a lot of classes to choose from, so you’re bound to find something that will catch your interest. There are adult dance classes, partner salsa, and other classes just for your kids.
Attending just a few classes made us grow a deeper connection with our body and learn how to appreciate what it can do. We loved how there’s no pressure to be good or to succeed, so we were able to focus on just having fun!
Pro tip:
If you want to learn how to dance professionally, they also have classes for that. It’s an 8-month long training session where you’ll get to be trained by professional jazz dancers.
4. Enjoy outdoor sports at Haultain Park
Website: https://www.calgary.ca/parks/haultain-park.html
Address: 225 13 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 1N8, Canada
Contact details: +1 403-268-2489
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday – 8 AM to 11 PM
Price: Free
Haultain Park sits on the residential area of the Beltline neighborhood, so it’s on the more peaceful and quieter side.
Aside from the kids being able to play on the two playgrounds available, there’s also a picnic area and a tennis court adults can enjoy.
Pro tip:
Haultain Park’s busiest hours are usually around 7 PM to 8 PM. If you want to avoid crowds, we find it best to go here during 9 AM to 12 NN.
5. Test your puzzle solving skills at Exit Calgary
Website: https://e-exit.ca/calgary/
Address: 880 16 Ave SW #60, Calgary, AB T2R 1J9, Canada
Contact details: +1 403-475-3948
Operating hours:
- Monday to Thursday, Sunday – 12 PM to 10 PM
- Friday & Saturday – 12 PM to 12 AM
Exit Calgary has a lot of interesting escape rooms you can play with your friends. Each room has several themes and stories that make it super-exciting!
As of the moment, they have one about dinosaurs, a pharaoh’s tomb, and more. Some rooms require at least 3 people to play, but there are some rooms you can participate in by just bringing one friend.
Pro tip:
Our favorite from one of their escape rooms as of the moment is the Tokyo Rush. Incidentally, it’s also their most popular game as of writing. Try this out if you want something challenging but easy enough to play confidently.
6. Test your luck at Cowboys Casino
Website: https://www.cowboyscasino.ca
Address: 421 12 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 1A5, Canada
Contact details: +1 403-514-0900
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday – 9:30 AM to 5 AM
The lively atmosphere at Cowboys Casino is guaranteed to make your night more thrilling. Jam-packed with various games, one can indulge in gambling however they want here.
There are table games like blackjack, roulette, ultimate Texas hold’em, and so on. Additionally, there are also 370 slot machines, a game of poker, and much more!
Pro tip:
We suggest checking out the several dining options in Cowboys Casino. There’s the Centre Bar & Eatery with the good pizza, Melrose with the delectable burgers, and Hitman’s Bar with the tasty cocktails. You can even hit the Cowboys Nightclub if you’re in the mood to dance.
7. See the exciting events at Scotiabank Saddledome
Website: https://www.scotiabanksaddledome.com
Address: 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary, AB T2G 2W1, Canada
Contact details: +1 403-777-4646
The Scotiabank Saddledome is an indoor arena that hosts a lot of events of different varieties. Depending on the day, there would sometimes be sports games, live music performances, comedy shows, and more.
If you’re planning your trip to Calgary, it’s best to check the shows they have currently lined up so you don’t miss anything!
Pro tip:
You can check out the seating map in the Saddledome here.
8. Laugh to your heart’s content at Yuk Yuk’s Calgary
Website: https://www.yukyuks.com/calgary
Address: 218 18 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 1L1, Canada
Contact details: +1 403-258-2028
Operating hours:
- Sunday to Wednesday – closed
- Thursday – 6:30 PM to 10 PM
- Friday to Saturday – 6 PM to 1 AM
Looking for a good laugh? Make sure to add Yuk Yuk’s Calgary to your list of places to visit! This comedy bar hosts a lot of top acts that would surely tickle anyone’s funny bone.
Pro tip:
If you want to catch amateur nights, be there on a Thursday! We like the unpredictability of the acts, which makes it even more exciting. If you prefer to watch the experts do their magic though, catch their shows on weekends.
9. Take a stroll at the historic Central Memorial Park
Website: https://www.calgary.ca/parks/central-memorial-park.html
Address: 1221 2 St SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0W5, Canada
Contact details: +1 403-268-2489
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday – 5 AM to 11 PM
Price: Free
Being the city’s oldest park, Central Memorial Park is particularly popular among locals. Every November 11, this is where Remembrance Day ceremonies are being observed.
It’s a beautiful, well-maintained historical space where one can indulge in a relaxing walk filled with stunning green spaces.
Pro tip:
Bookworms would love this. This park is also home to the Memorial Park Library. Not only does it keep a lot of interesting books, the exterior is also a lovely sight inspired by the early 20th century.
10. Appreciate the city views at High Park
Website: https://www.beltlineyyc.ca/highparkyyc
Address: 340 10 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0A6, Canada
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday – 7 AM to 11 PM
Price: Free
One of the most unique parks in Calgary, High Park, is exactly what its name entails. It sits on the rooftop of a building, 6 floors up from street level.
This spot used to be a parking lot but after a thorough reconceptualization, they’ve come up with a beautiful public space where Calgarians can gather to enjoy the surrounding views of the surrounding cityscapes.
The colorful nature of this park is also enough to lift anyone’s spirits, which is exactly what it was made for. In fact, it was created some time during the height of COVID-19, so locals can escape from their apartments when it gets too stuffy.
Pro tip:
There are also performance art events in the High Park, so check out their website to plan accordingly.
11. Take photos of the popular Rundle Ruins
Website: https://campus.calgarystampede.com/rundleruins
Address: 631 12 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 1C5, Canada
Contact details: +1 403-261-0247
Operating hours: 24 hours
Price: Free
History buffs would enjoy a peaceful visit to the Rundle Ruins. This historical landmark is a remainder of Calgary’s Second General Hospital from the 1800s’ tail end.
It was (and still is) an architectural marvel designed to depict a neo-Roman style.
It’s a popular spot among locals who want an interesting background for their photographs. Sometimes, you’ll even see a few professional photographers around taking photos of couples for their engagements and such.
Pro tip:
If you’re bringing a car, do note that there’s limited parking in the area located at 12th ave. That said, it shouldn’t get too crowded during the weekdays, so it shouldn’t be cause for concern.
12. See the Lougheed House National & Provincial Historical Site
Website: https://lougheedhouse.com
Address: 707 13 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0K8, Canada
Contact details: +1 403-244-6333
Operating hours:
- Monday & Tuesday – closed
- Wednesday to Sunday – 10:30 AM to 4 PM
Price:
- Adults – $8.50
- Senior (65+) – $6.50
- Youth (7 – 17) – $5.00
- Family – $25.00
- 6 and under – FREE
The Lougheed House National & Provincial Historical Site is a museum also known as a beautiful mansion in Beltline.
It has been restored and maintained to make it look as close as possible to how it looked in the 20th century, including artifacts and furniture. They also have interesting rotating exhibits that change at least three times per year.
Pro tip:
You can also enjoy the Lougheed House National & Provincial Historical Site for free! There’s a beautiful flower and vegetable garden that anyone can enter.
13. Be moved by extraordinary voices at Calgary Opera
Website: https://www.calgaryopera.com
Address: 1315 7 St SW, Calgary, AB T2R 1A5, Canada
Contact details: +1 403-262-7286
Operating hours:
- Monday to Friday – 9 AM to 5 PM
- Saturday & Sunday – closed
Patrons of the arts will surely enjoy a visit to the Calgary Opera. As of writing, they have several shows up and running such as The Marriage of Figaro, Beauty and the Beast, The Elixir of Love, and Das Rheingold.
Pro tip:
If you’re planning on catching one of their spectacular shows, we suggest being there at least 45 minutes before the show is set to start. Since shows start on time, this would avoid missing any vital part of the performance.
