Ideas for Fun Things To Do

Virtual reality meets race car! This super cool facility has 12 cockpits that create a true-to-life race car experience. Hit a bump on the road and trust me, you'll feel it! Perfect for bachelor parties, friend groups, or corporate fun!

All of the backgrounds you ever wanted and so many more can be found at Snap Foto on Stephen Ave.  You can go here for an hourly rate or rent out the whole space at an affordable rate for private parties.

The movies are fun and all, but when's the last time you've experienced live theatre?! You don't know what you're missing out on. 

Laughter is the best medicine and I believe it!  A night out at the comedy club always makes me so happy. I've seen comedians that made me laugh until tears streamed down my face. Great for a fun cheap night out.

Cakeify is a really cute bakery studio where us regular folks with no baking experience can bake delicious treats! Make a cake, cookies or cupcakes. You can do it as a night out with the girls or as a fun family activity (there are events for both!).

The National Music Centre is not only educational but it also has beautiful architecture. Many of the exhibits in the museum are interactive and fun. This place is great for kids and adults.

I'm sure you've been to Telus Spark Science Centre before but have you been lately? They are always changing it up and adding new fun interactive elements. Most recently they added a Digital Immersion Gallery and a VR play area. I recommend going on one of their monthly Adults Only Nights as a fun date night.

I haven't been to Simtopia but it looks really unique!  They have indoor ski and golf simulators and serve food and drinks.

Have you tried axe throwing before?   It's a unique way to spend an afternoon. It's exactly like it sounds, you throw various sized axes at a target board and see how well you can do. They also serve alcohol.

Calgary has multiple escape rooms. I've only tried a few but I've always enjoyed them as something challenging and interactive. 

The Flying Squirrel is an indoor trampoline park which I'm dying to try! It looks so fun! Okay, so this is mostly for kids, but adults can do it too. 

Heritage Park holds ghost tours in the fall and spring. Must be 16 or older to attend. Dress warm!

Games, games and more games. Did I mention there are games?

Want the rush of sky diving minus the airplane experience? Try it from the ground at iFly's indoor sky diving experience. 

This dueling piano bar can apparently get pretty wild. 

There are only occasional public events held at the observatory so they are a special treat.  

Granary Road is a market and "active learning park' that holds events for adults and kids. (Note they close each year Jan-April) 

Get crafty at Pinnovate with fun crafts for adults and kids. It's a guided experience so even those of us who are less crafty are set up for success!

Ever wanted to have a smash moment similar to the infamous Office Space printer scene? Well now  you can release your rage in a  sanctioned setting!  Best used after a break-up or firing.

Glow in the dark mini golf! Okay, this might be geared towards children, but adults can do it too! 

At Speeders you race around an indoor track in electric powered go karts. Great for birthdays or corporate events.

Multiple escape rooms plus there's a bar! Haven't tried this one, but it look's awesome.

I haven't done laser tag in FOREVER. Here are two options for you. Laser City and Tactical Laser. I haven't been to either but Classified has mission and looks like it's tailored to a more mature audience.

Feel what it's like to fly a plane! No experience necessary. Complete with observation area so the whole group can watch.

Paint some pottery and take home your beautiful creation! Great for groups.  Try Crock a Doodle or the Color Cafe.

Have you done one of these before?! They're fun. Try Raw Canvas, Paint it! Mobile Painting Parties, or Vin Gogh.

Remake that scene in Ghost, just kidding, probably don't do that. But this would be cool to try!

Schedule your own murder mystery! Interactive mysteries with a  professional improv theatre company

Pole Junkies provides 1 hour strip classes for groups. Perfect for a bachelorette or wild birthday!

Have an exquisite tea experience at Cafe du Centre. Includes sandwiches, sweets and unlimited tea.  You can also book a private high tea at the Reader's Garden Cafe.

Sit back and relax and enjoy a free show put on by Theatre Calgary.  Make sure you show up early as these get packed! Note, these shows are outdoors so they don't run on bad weather days.

I was skeptical about the Pedal Pub because it is pricy and what's so great about drinking on a giant bicycle? Well, I was wrong, it is SO fun. I love the pedal pub, I've been twice, and both times I power-drank a LOT of beer.  This is not for the faint of heart!

Confession, I barely like football, but even I think Stamps games are fun. Drink beer, eat a hot dog, enjoy the sun and the hype from the crowd! If you can get 20 people together you get a group discount.

Try downhill go karting at skyline luge. Good for adults and kids!

Illuminated Escapes is Calgary's first transparent, hybrid kayak-canoes with LED light and Bluetooth.

So this isn't cheap, but did know if you book a catered event at Heritage Park you can add on an old fashioned gun fight? You don't participate, but you watch this outdoor show go down!

I did this with my friends last year and it was so fun! I think it was around $12-$15 for a ticket.  You take a giant treadmill (there's probably a name for it) up the hill and plunk yourself down on a lane and a staff member gives you a shove. It's exhilarating but not scary, this is probably fine for kids.

Ah yes, lacrosse, the party sport! If you like non-stop hyped up music, lots of party people and shouting chants then this is the sport for you my friend. Highly recommend! Group discounts are available too.

Classic fun at National on 10th! Bowl and have some tasty beers. Make sure you reserve in advance as they get busy. 

If not Olympic Plaza one of the many other skating rinks around Calgary. Cute picture opportunity!

Okay, I haven't been to this but I stumbled upon it and thought it looked fascinating. 

You can check out the zoo on a regular day or you can go on one of their special events nights. Every month or so they have an adults night!

It's a driving range but also has pub vibes.

Puzzles and board games fill this café giving you lots of fun options to occupy your time.