Let’s explore social events in Calgary, ab happening this week. Local events are a great way to meet new people and make new friends. Look through this page and consider going out and socializing during one of these social events.
Social events are great and offer a world of possibilities. You can make new friends, learn new skills, see things from different perspectives and it’s fantastic for your mental health. And never before has companionship and being able to spend time with others been as important as it is today.
You probably remember being a kid and going up to another person your age and saying, “Do you want to be friends?” and that was pretty much that. Friend made. Alas, it’s not quite as simple now that we’re grown up, but it doesn’t have to be as difficult or as awkward as we think. There are thousands of people out there who would love to meet up with others, finding them just takes a bit of help and that’s what we’re here for.
On this page, we hope you’ll find some interesting events in Calgary where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Calgary
February Pixels and Pints
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: Bottlescrew Bill’s Pub
For fifteen years, Calgary’s best and brightest in tech and digital design have been meeting for drinks. Sometimes there’s cake.
**Agenda:**
5pm – Mingle and be merry;
7pm – Call for Talent (community announcements);
7:15pm – More mingling!
**Parking**
There is a paid parking lot on the NW corner of 1st Street and 10th Ave SW.
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**Discord server**
Over the lockdown, we started a Disco(…)
Geospatial Data and GeoAI: The Coolest Data You Use
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: East Annex, Platform Calgary
Geospatial Data plays a crucial role in the Energy industry and impacts our daily lives in ways you might not even realize. While many people associate it with navigation apps, there’s much more to this fascinating field!
Join us and our keynote speaker, **Alonzo de la Cruz** of **Suncor Energy**, for an engaging session where we’ll dive into:
* The science behind Geospatial Data and why accurac(…)
AI for Safety – Transforming Field Incident Reporting with Voice & AI
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: 110 9 Ave SW
**Presenters:**
**Mohamed Sharaf**, CEO of Revolution Data Platforms
**Shady Mohammed**, Co-founder and CTO
**Kim St-Georges**, Sr. Advisor Data & AI for Enterprises, Microsoft
**Time & Location:**
2:30-4:00pm MST
Calgary Microsoft Offices 7th Floor
**Agenda:**
**The Challenges of Safety Incident Reporting**
* The inefficiencies and delays in traditional reporting methods
* Barriers to timely a(…)
YYC Data Con 2025
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 27th
◦ Where: BMO Centre (formerly Roundup)
**[Get your Tickets Now for YYC DataCon 2025!](https://www.showpass.com/yyc-data-con-2025/)**[ ](https://www.showpass.com/yyc-data-con-2025/)🚀
Join the most anticipated tech conference of the year and be part of **”Business Reimagined: Where Data Fuels Innovation”**! 🌟
*Uncover how data enables businesses to innovate, disrupt, and adapt to new challenges faster than ever before. Real people solv(…)
Calgary GoGeomatics February Social
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 25th
◦ Where: Pig & Duke Neighbourhood Pub
Hello February!
We cant wait to see you at our social, 6:30PM at Pig & Duke Neighborhood Pub!
Come on down and join us for another great evening of networking, drinking and general friendship making.(…)
Calgary BR Tech – Feb 2025
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 25th
◦ Where: Platform Innovation Centre
**📢 Calgary BR Tech – Edição Fevereiro 2025**
🚀 **Smashing the Cloud-Native Stack for Fun and Profit**
🎤 **Palestrante:** Diego Casati
📅 **Data:** 24 de Fevereiro de 2025
🕕 **Horário:** 18h
📍 **Local:** Platform Calgary
**Endereço:** 407 9th Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 2K7
Nesta edição do **Calgary BR Tech**, teremos uma palestra imperdível com **Diego Casati**, que compartilhará sua jornada de (…)
Search for the Best Burger… Kensington Pub
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: The Kensington Pub
Burgers are the best! Let’s check out some of the hyped burgers in town and find our own personal fave.
Menu – [Menus | Kensington Pub](https://www.kensingtonpub.com/menu-s)
Kensington pub has a great vibe and great atmosphere. Food here is fantastic. Can’t wait to try their burgers!(…)
🦸 Zero to Hero: Open Source Developer with Fedora Linux 🐧 (CNCF Calgary)
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 27th
◦ Where: Bow Valley Square
**🦸 Zero to Hero: Open Source Developer with Fedora Linux 🐧**
Ready to level up your open-source game? Join us for an action-packed session where we’ll take you from *zero* to *Fedora-powered hero*! 🚀
Connect with us : [connect.codetocloud.io](connect.codeto.cloud.io)
**What’s on the Agenda?**
🔹 **Deploying Fedora Linux** \- Get hands\-on with installation and setup\.
🔹 **Package & OS Mana(…)
Microsoft Copilot Ai: An introduction to Enterprise Ai for the modern workplace
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 27th
◦ Where: Online
**Overview:** Join us for an informative session where we introduce you to the transformative world of Microsoft 365 Copilot AI technology tailored for the modern workplace. This session will provide an overview of AI and demonstrate how it is revolutionizing the way we work.
**What You’ll Learn:**
* **Introduction to AI:** Understand the basics of AI and its impact on the workplace.
* **Copilot(…)
YYC Bitcoin (Bitcoiner Social)
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: The Derrick Gin Mill & Kitchen
Join us with an evening of networking with fellow bitcoiners. Please note the venue will add auto gratuity to your bill. Thank you
Be sure to check out our free resource page at yycbitcoin.com.(…)
Enjoy a free Zouk dancing class!
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Dance Life Calgary
Join us for a free Brazilian Zouk partner dancing lesson! You’ll meet some of our current community members as well as absolute beginners also trying their first class. So grab your dance shoes, invite a friend out, and come have some fun with us!
After class, you’re welcome to join us for our social or grab a bite down the bustling streets of the Mission area and enjoy your Friday night out!
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Real Estate Investor Meetup Topic: TBD
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: BLVD
Wealthy Walls Real Estate Investing Network, a free in-person meetup hosted by Real Estate Investors.
**What to Expect:**
We dive into a new topic designed to enhance your real estate knowledge and investment strategies. From insightful presentations, round table discussions to deal deep dives, you’ll gain practical tips on acquiring your first property or scaling your portfolio. Last Thursday of(…)
Wallyball*TRAIL *Tues $6 please note fee change
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: Trail Courts Squash & Racquetball
The fee starting Jan 2025 is $6/person by cash (exact amount) or by etransfer to:
[email protected]
The courts are available at 6pm, arrive when you are able to between 5:45-6:15pm. Team count off at 6:30pm.
3-4 players per side. Help with setup is appreciated and needed in order to start event on time. If you can, please arrive early.
\*\*\*This is a scent free event…please do not wear pe(…)
Bottlescrew Bill’s 30th Annual Beerfest
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Bottlescrew Bill’s Pub & Buzzards Restaurant 140, 10th Avenue SW
Join us next Saturday for the 30th Annual Bottlescrew Bill’s Beerfest!
With over 30 breweries and 80 beers to try this busy Beerfest is one of the best and longest lasting in town!
Tickets are $45 and include 15 beer tickets for 4oz samples. Make sure to purchase your ticket ASAP as it doesn’t occasionally sell-out.
Tickets are available at – https://www.showpass.com/bsb-beerfest2025/(…)
Calgary Missfits checks out: Sled Social
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: National 10th Ave SW
Please note Calgary Missfits is not organizing this event! We are just coming to crash!
🎉 Introducing Sled Social! 🎉
That’s right! Two of your local faves are coming together to get you ready for Sled Island 2025 on Thursday, February 27 at National 10th.
OK Social and Sled Island have teamed up to bring you Sled Social – where you can meet like-minded people to attend the festival with! Runnin(…)
CGDA Unreal Feb Meetup
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: Bow Valley College, North Campus, Room N231
For all developers within the Unreal/Epic ecosystem come chat, learn and network with developers working within Epics engine.
Location: Bow Valley College North Building – Room N231
Event is free and open to all! We only suggest you bring something to work on.
Epic Event Link: https://communities.unrealengine.com/events/details/epic-games-calgary-presents-calgary-unreal-february-monthly-meetup/(…)
City Walk, Crescent Heights
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: Memorial Drive stairs
We’ll walk around the area for a couple of hours. There are lots of options with trails, hills and yes stairs.(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Calgary is by choosing a common theme or interest. If you like movies, why not go see a screening with people who also like movies! Then you already have something to talk about. Or if you’re into coffee or beer, a Coffee and Beer Garden Meet and Greet could be perfect for you. And keep in mind that smaller group settings can be less intimidating and easier to start conversations in.
Another thing that might worry you is introductions. Some people aren’t as keen on introducing themselves and others worry or get nervous about it. Why not level the playing field and go to an event where everyone is expected to introduce themselves and talk? It could be a networking event, an acting class, a singles event, or a book club. Not only are people looking to introduce themselves at these events but they’re also there to make friends.
Our final tip is on the age of the people you are going to meet. If you have your heart set on meeting people close to your own age, then research events so that you can find your chosen demographic. At the same time, we want to encourage you not to limit yourself. An age gap doesn’t necessarily mean a disconnect and the great thing about different age groups is that they can learn from each other!
You can find even more events in Calgary on Visitcalgary.com, Avenuecalgary.com, or Todocanada.ca.
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14th Annual Country Music Alberta Awards™ Weekend
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Grey Eagle Resort & Casino
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Exmerce Business Owner Mastermind Networking
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: Hotel Blackfoot
Within 90 minutes at our events you will efficiently meet multiple business owners and learn valuable strategies to grow your business.
MUSE 2025 Opening Night
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 27th
◦ Where: 4029 8 St SE, Calgary, AB, Canada
Opening night attracts a diverse audience, providing a chance to view and acquire artwork while engaging in conversations with the artists.
AU5 @ The Back Alley (FREE RSVP)
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: The Back Alley
Get ready for wild night with Au5! Bass & pure energy—don’t miss it! ⚡
Jully Black with Melafrique
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Festival Hall
Juno Award winning singer-songwriter with a soulful R&B flair & a powerhouse, multi-octave vocal style
YPE February Happy Hour
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 27th
◦ Where: Social Beer Haus
Kick off the Young Professionals in Energy year at our February Happy Hour!
It’s a FOCers Reunion!
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: Salt & Brick – Calgary
It’s been a while! Let’s catch up, reconnect and kick off 2025 with a FOCing reunion
Fundraiser and Silent Auction to Aid Haitian Farmers and Families
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 27th
◦ Where: Last Best Brewing & Distilling
Join us for a night of giving back to Haitian farmers and families through a silent auction and fundraiser!
2025 Canadian Men’s Squash Open
◦ When: Monday, Feb 24th
◦ Where: The Bow Valley Club
Watch Canada’s top squash professionals compete against international players for $60,000 USD in prize money on the All-Glass Power Court!
Concert – March Madness with The Drowsy Maggies
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Irish Cultural Society
Fan favourite, The Drowsy Maggies, is on our pre-Saint Patrick’s Day concert lineup along with local folk icon Barry Luft and Get Reel.
Put Your Cups Up – Malie Donn Live In Calgary
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: TBA
Put your cups up and get ready to turn up with Malie Donn live in Calgary!
RCW HIGH INTENSITY
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 1
Get ready for some heart-pounding action and intense matches at RCW HIGH INTENSITY – it’s gonna be lit!
The ENDLESSLY Premiere
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 27th
◦ Where: Globe Cinema
Join us for the exclusive premiere of ENDLESSLY, a timeless work of music and film.
The Oratory Live Talk Show: Debut Season
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Contemporary Calgary
Be our guest as The Oratory brings back late-night talk show vibes with a fresh, intimate twist—think sexy, entertaining, and unforgettable.
Ignite Student Design Competition Student Registration 2025
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 27th
◦ Where: SAIT Campus Centre
Thank you very much for your interest in the Ignite Student Design Competition.
North-West Emo: 4 Rising Acts Live! *ALL AGES
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: The Rec Room Deerfoot
Saturday March 1st catch the Next Wave of Canadian Emo & Alternative – Live & Raw at The Recroom Calgary
3rd Annual Bricks & Mortar Gala: Drafting Blueprints
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: The Palomino Room [BMO Centre]
Celebrate Stonewall Recovery’s progress as we draft blueprints for a brighter future
ACG Calgary Sushi Social
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 27th
◦ Where: Sukiyaki House
Join us on February 27th for an evening of networking and sushi at ACG Calgary’s third annual Sushi Social.
February MPI Showcase Event
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 27th
◦ Where: Cold Garden Beverage Company
Come join us at the February MPI Showcase Event to network, learn, and discover the latest trends in the meetings and events industry!
Quranic Calligraphy Night
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: Energy. Environment. Experiential Learning Room 161
Join us for a FREE Beginner Friendly Quranic Calligraphy Night —an evening of creativity, spirituality, and community to support Gaza.