10 things to do in Calgary this weekend

Gina Martin has details about all the events going on in Calgary this weekend for July 12 to 13, 2025.

There are plenty of local events and activities you can check out in Calgary this weekend.

Here’s a look at just 10 of the many amazing things happening around the city:

Calgary Stampede

• What: Yahoo! The Calgary Stampede returns with ten days of rides, fireworks, fried foods, midway games and musical performances.
• When: Until Sunday, July 13, 2025.
• Where: Calgary Stampede, 1912 Flores LaDue Parade S.E.

Calaway Comicfest for Kids

• What: Dress up as your favourite superhero and head to Calaway Park for Calaway Comicfest for Kids. The family-friendly event features meet and greets with Paw Patrol characters and special activities.
• When: Friday, July 11 to Sunday, July 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Where: Calaway Park, 245033 Range Road 33

Wild vs Rise

• What: Calgary’s Wild FC take on the Vancouver Rise.
• When: Saturday, July 12 at 5 p.m.
• Where: McMahon Stadium, 1817 Crowchild Trail N.W.

Tom Morello

• What: American singer and songwriter Tom Morello takes the stage at the Big Four Roadhouse.
• When: Saturday, July 12 at 10 p.m.
• Where: Big Four Roadhouse at the Calgary Stampede, 1410 Stampede Tr. S.E.

Duke Dumont and Alesso

• What: English DJ Duke Dumont performs at the Coca Cola Stage, followed by Swedish DJ Alesso.
• When: Saturday, July 12, 2025. Duke Dumont takes the stage at 9 p.m., followed by Alesso at 10:05 p.m.
• Where: Coca Cola Stage at the Calgary Stampede, 1410 Stampede Tr. S.E.

Simple Plan

• What: Canadian rock band Simple Plan performs at the Coca Cola Stage.
• When: Sunday, July 13 at 9:45 p.m.
• Where: Coca Cola Stage at the Calgary Stampede, 1410 Stampede Tr. S.E.

Mackenzie Porter

• What: Canadian country music artist Mackenzie Porter performs at Nashville North.
• When: Sunday, July 13 at 9 p.m.
• Where: Nashville North at the Calgary Stampede, 1410 Stampede Tr. S.E.

The Chainsmokers

• What: American DJs The Chainsmokers serve as the final musical act at the 2025 Cowboys Music Festival.
• When: Sunday, July 13, 2025.
• Where: Cowboys Music Festival, 1220 Ninth Ave. S.W.

ABBA Mania: Back to the Disco Dimension

• What: Jubilations Dinner Theatre Calgary presents ABBA Mania: Back to the Disco Dimension, a musical parody that turns iconic ABBA hits on their head, blending the beloved classics with humour and outrageous twists.
• When: Until Aug. 9, 2025.
• Where: Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 1002 37 St. S.W.

Legends of the 80’s

• What: Stage West Calgary presents Legends of the 80’s, a 1980s musical extravaganza featuring music by legends like Elton John, Madonna, Janet Jackson, Cyndi Lauper and Queen.
• When: Until Aug. 31, 2025.
• Where: Stage West, 727 42 Ave. S.E.