January Newsletter

Happy New Year!

I hope everyone had a restful Christmas holiday with family and friends, and I hope all of us will carry this joy and peace with us throughout 2024. 

Explore Calgary parks this winter

Winter makes it possible to enjoy Calgary parks in a different way than any other season. Many winter activities are also free with minimal equipment needed. In winter can you skate on outdoor rinks, marvel at beautifully lit ice trails, play Crokicurl and ride an ice bike in Calgary’s parks. You could also plan an afternoon at your local community park snowshoeing or cross-country skiing. For easier skiing, visit a park or golf course that has groomed cross-country trails. 

Enjoy Calgary’s many pathways by taking walk on a sunny winter day. Keep a list of all the birds and other wildlife you spot. You can also pre-book an outdoor firepit at a park and have a winter picnic with friends. For more ideas about how to stay active during cooler temperatures at city parks, visit https://www.calgary.ca/events/winter-city/activities.html.

Experience the magic of Chinook Blast

Calgary’s ultimate winter festival returns Feb. 2-19, 2024. This year’s event will warm up our city with a celebration of community, culture, and civic pride, where the best of Calgary’s art, music, theatre, sport and recreation will be on display. 
For the past three winters, Chinook Blast has captivated Calgarians and visitors by bringing downtown Calgary to life with an incredible lineup of activities and performances to help you beat the winter blues. This year will again feature a sizzling lineup of art installations, live music, thrilling winter sports, local markets, live shows and so much more. 

Get ready to experience the magic as we transform the city into a winter wonderland. Mark your calendars and follow Chinook Blast on social media or at chinookblast.ca for the latest updates. It’s going to be a winter extravaganza like no other!