#ExploreDowntownYYC Explore Downtown Calgary

In the city of possibility, downtown is the face and the place of Calgary’s future.

It’s a mix of bold entrepreneurship, where dreams become reality and where creative curiosity is unleashed; it’s toes tapped to music and dipped in the river, drinks sipped from a rooftop and art and culture appreciated up close and personal.

Downtown is where it all happens – it’s the pulse of our city and no matter what you’re looking for, you’ll find it here. 

Events in the Spotlight

Check out what's happening downtown this week.

  • Calgary Arab Film Nights

    The Globe Cinema, Oct. 3-5

    The Calgary Arab Film Nights are thrilled to once again show the diversity, beauty, and rich culture and history of the Arab world, and bring either a piece of home or a brand-new experience to Calgarians.

  • Move & Make Workshop

    Historic Firehall, Oct. 4

    A creative workshop combining gentle movement and hands-on crafts inspired by global traditions.

  • Echoes Across the Border: Laurel Canyon and the Northern Connection

    Studio Bell, Oct. 4-5

    The Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music and the National Music Centre are bringing industry leaders together to explore the cultural synergies between Canadian and American music.

Itineraries

Explore these sample itineraries to help guide your visit. New memories are waiting – start here, in downtown Calgary.

Neighbourhood guides

There are so many downtown neighbourhoods to explore! Use these guides to help plan your outing.

Getting here

Get downtown by using one of these modes of transportation.

  • Walk, wheel or run

    Downtown is accessible by walking, wheeling, or running.

Stay connected

Read our latest Downtown Strategy Newsletter

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