Hey everyone — if you’re planning ahead for Christmas dinner this year (whether you want to go out, have a sit-down meal, or take a feast home), here are some great options folks around Calgary love. Feel free to share your own favorites in the comments! 👇 🍗 Take-Home / Take-Out Christmas Dinners (great if you want to enjoy a feast at home without the cooking) • Blue Flame Kitchen — classic turkey dinner with all the sides that feeds several people; ready to heat and serve. • Hotel Arts — festive turkey dinner with trimmings you can pre-order and pick up. • Hotel Blackfoot — larger take-out feast designed for bigger groups with turkey and all the fixings. • Best Western Premier / Calgary Plaza — Christmas dinner take-out available in a few portion sizes. • Fairmont Palliser Turkey To-Go — holiday turkey dinner pick-up on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day with classic sides. • Sunterra Market Holiday Meal Kits — meal kits with turkey breast or prime rib plus sides — great for a DIY feast at home. 🍽️ Dine-In Christmas Dinner / Holiday Meals (for a sit-down experience with festive vibes) • Many restaurants and hotel dining rooms in Calgary offer special Christmas menus, buffets, or festive dinners for the holiday season. • Places like Thomsons Kitchen & Bar, Flower & Wolf, Yellow Door Bistro / Hotel Arts, Hawthorn Dining Room, and Carriage House Inn regularly host Christmas Day or Christmas Eve meals that make celebrating easy and delicious. • Local favorites and community picks often include Chinese restaurants and spots on 17th Ave that stay open on Christmas Day too — perfect for an alternative holiday meal. 💬 Questions for the Community: • Where will you be enjoying Christmas dinner this year — home-style take-out, a festive restaurant meal, or something else? • Have you already pre-ordered or made reservations anywhere around YYC? • Any hidden gems or local places that always have a great Christmas dinner — dine-in or to-go — worth recommending? Drop your favorite Calgary Christmas dinner ideas below! Let’s help each other make the holidays delicious! 🎅🍽️🎁

I just learned about Seven Chiefs Sportsplex & Chief Jim Starlight Centre — and WOW, what a facility! It’s one of the largest sporting and recreation venues in Western Canada, built with a welcoming spirit rooted in Tsuut’ina Nation heritage. Here’s what makes it stand out: ✨ Multiple NHL-size ice arenas for hockey, skating, and events. ✨ A massive field house for volleyball, basketball, badminton, indoor soccer, and more. ✨ A full-service fitness centre with cardio, strength equipment, running track, and group classes. ✨ Indoor running track, meeting rooms, group fitness studios — basically something for everyone. 🤔 I’m curious: - Have you been here yet? - What activities have you tried — ice skating, drop-in sports, gym classes, or something else? - Would you bring family or friends for a day of fun here? Drop your thoughts, experiences, or any tips below — and let’s plan a community outing sometime! 📸🏐⛸️

I just came across I just came across JJ Golf and it looks like such a fun indoor activity here in Calgary! It’s an amazing spot with private golf simulator rooms, great food & drinks, and a chill environment — perfect for a night out, a practice session, or a group hang with friends or family. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer, trying to keep your swing sharp in the off-season, or just want a fun indoor activity that’s not bowling or arcade games, this seems like a cool choice. You can play world-class courses from around the world, enjoy snacks and drinks while you play, and even join leagues or host parties there! ⛳🍕🥤 📍 Location: 7825 Flint Rd SE, Calgary🕐 Hours:• Mon–Thu: 10 AM–10 PM• Fri: 10 AM–12 AM• Sat: 9 AM–12 AM• Sun: 9 AM–8 PM Questions for the group: ✨ Have you played there yet? ✨ What did you think of the simulators and the vibe? ✨ Any favorite menu items from their food/drinks? ✨ Would you go back with a group? Drop your experiences, photos, or recommendations below — let’s plan a community golf night! 📸🏌️‍♂️

If it’s way too cold to go for a walk or hit the outdoor park, there’s a place that keeps tails wagging and pups happy — Petfinity has an indoor dog park where your dog can burn off energy without frozen paws or sloppy snow boots! Here’s a question for the community 👇 👉 When it’s freezing outside, what’s your dog’s go-to way to stay entertained indoors?Share your answer — and bonus points if you include a photo or 🐾 story! Answer options (just comment!): 🐾 We head to the indoor dog park 🧠 Puzzle toys or treat games 🏃‍♂️ Indoor zoomies around the house 🎾 Hallway fetch sessions 🍖 Training tricks + treats ❤️ Something else (tell us!) Cold weather doesn’t have to slow your pup down — let’s help each other discover ideas to keep our dogs happy and active all winter! 🐕‍🦺❄️

If you’re looking for a fun, affordable, and action-packed night out, the Calgary Hitmen are an awesome choice — especially for families, friends, or anyone who loves live hockey! 🇨🇦🔥 Here’s what makes a Hitmen game one of the best live hockey experiences in Calgary: 🎟️ Super affordable tickets — Hitmen games are known for great value, with low ticket prices that make catching live hockey easy on the wallet. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly atmosphere — Many games include fun activities like Sunday Funday with face painting, balloon animals, games, and even post-game skate opportunities on the Saddledome ice! 🥅 Fast, exciting on-ice action — Hitmen hockey is high-energy and competitive — just the kind of fast paced game that keeps everyone cheering from start to finish. 🎉 Special events & traditions — From crowd-favourite moments like the Teddy Bear Toss to theme nights and fan appreciation evenings, each game feels like an event worth showing up for. 🍔 Game day is more than hockey — Enjoy tasty Saddledome concessions, merch booths, music, and that unbeatable live-sports atmosphere where every goal feels electric! Whether it’s a first date, family night, or catching up with friends, a Calgary Hitmen game delivers fun memories and great live hockey without the hefty price tag. 📅 Who’s heading to the next game?Drop your plans, share your favorite Hitmen game experience, or tell us which theme night you’re most excited about! 📸🔥 Calgary Hitmen